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Newspaper
Algona Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1897
Page
2
Milton Starr lists subscription pricing for the Algona Republican, detailing one year in advance six months and three months rates, with portions cut off in the OCR. The item reads as a simple rate card or notice for readers.
The piece argues new currency laws unlikely this session as Republicans dominate the House while the Senate tilts toward free silver. Western Republicans resist drastic changes, urging stable currency and tariff conditions. It recalls debates over the gold standard, greenbacks, and who benefits from reform efforts, noting Secretary Gage’s controversial reform program and ongoing financial agitation.
The party resists currency contraction and opposes legislation that would empower banks to contract money supply. They argue that protecting the nation's interests requires a cautious, fiscally conservative stance aligned with party goals.
The Courier argues the state legislature should indemnify J M Dally of this place for injuries from a premature discharge during the Governor's salute at the Bs. Dodge encampment last August. Dally, who broke his right arm in three places and lost part of a finger, has no other means of support. If he were injured while railroad work, damages would face $3,000. the paper urges prompt state payment as a moral and legal obligation.
A. W. Utter prominent Emmetsburg resident dies from injuries suffered in a barn fire. For years he worked with the Reporter and served as Emmetsburg postmaster under Harrison. Widely esteemed, he was a Wisconsin native and Wisconsin University graduate.
Congressman Dolliver cites a fruit growers association seeking a prohibitory banana tariff. Governor Dingley assigns the issue to specialists. Questions reveal no domestic banana production and doubt about future yields. The group defends protectionist aims, arguing exclusion would boost native fruits, while Dolliver critiques the broad protection doctrine.
A Led yard swain in Kossuth county writes a humorous political style letter to an Algona girl. He declares candidacy for her hand and proposes her mother act as temporary chairman with him chairing the permanent organization. He hints at caucuses primaries and a convention date if the result is favorable.
A terse telegram urges no unnecessary pomp and asks all to come and fix the convention date at once. The message emphasizes unity and aims to set the date as early as possible for the event.
The Mason City Republican notes the death of Judge Randall, a longtime upright, temperate and God loving leader. Founding Methodist church member, he influenced many families and lived as a model Christian citizen beloved by all. His passing brings sorrow to relatives and long-time residents.
An offer to send a free copy of the North-Western Home-Seeker to W. B. Kniskern at 22 Fifth Avenue Chicago A1. It promotes practical information for agriculture dairy ing and cattle raising with solicited correspondence from intending settlers.
Mrs F Butler of Fairhaven Conn credits Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with curing weeks of bilious colic and stomach pains. She says she has recommended it to many people and notes it helps ward off attacks when symptoms first appear. Sold by W J Studley.
Nicely located building plots in Algona for sale with sizes from 5 rods wide to 10, 11, 12, 13 up to 114 rods deep. Some lots on sidewalks already graded and ready for shade and fruit trees. Low prices and easy terms for those planning to build soon.
Try Grain O. Ask your grocer to show you Grain O the new drink replacing coffee. Children and adults may drink it with no injury. It imitates Mocha and Java but is made from grains and is gentle on delicate stomachs. Priced per package and sold by all grocers. Also employment ad for The Jewell Nursery Co. Minnesota.
W L Joslyn offers loans at low rates with options on first and second mortgages and short terms. Grain prices are up 50 percent from a year ago while farm loan rates remain at record lows. GC Caux Algona Ia lists contact for Money On.
Daily News offers Des Moines readers a full year subscription at less than half the regular daily price. The paper promises Associated Press dispatches telegraphic markets Iowa legislature and national news. Notable staff include Judith Jorgenson Edwin A Nye and Jessie Lee Wilcox.
T. J. Julian of Union Township captured the first prize medal for dairy butter at the state dairy convention held in Charles City. Despite a lower score than at the county fair, the competition was weak this year. Julian earned a handsome gold medal inscribed for his achievement and was unable to attend the Charles City event due to being busy.
Deputy Sheriff Whalen brought Frank Boettcher of Bancroft to Justice Clarke for cruelty to animals. Boettcher pled guilty, paid a $5 fine and costs totaling about $16. He attempted to hitch a Burt team to a fence, slept in a haystack, was found by Dr. Kenefick, and later paid the taxed bill after a wrongful self mention of butchering his case.
D A Haggard sold 200 acres of the old Waite farm north of Wesley in an administrator’s sale. The price reached 7000 with half paid in cash. Buyers Powelson Bros have farmed the land for years and see it as a strong bargain in Kossuth county soil.
The Kansas City Journal notes Mrs Laura M Johns drew laughter in Albaughs theatre Washington as Kansas grants women equal municipal suffrage. She will address Washington at the court house Monday at 8 15 pm with gentlemen specially invited.
A report from Burt Monitor notes Mrs. A G Cady used gasoline while washing one day last week and began to pour some of the fuel, illustrating potential hazards in home cleaning practices.
A boiler of hot water exploded, flames enveloped a woman who ran into the yard screaming for help. Mr. Cady nearby rescued her as bystanders fought the blaze. She suffered burns to the neck and face but escaped serious injury.
The Western Star Concert Company led by Leonard J. Smith Kate Nielson Smith and D. T. Smith will debut on tour with first program performances in Bancroft and Burt next week. The ensemble promises first rate music and strong audience appeal from a talented trio.
Tomorrow at 6 p m a notable wedding will be held at the residence of Captain and Mrs Ingham when Cornelia Ingham becomes Mrs William Judd McChesney of Iowa City. Guests expected include Jank W. Bicknell Des Moines Clara Bicknell Humboldt Stella Patterson Chas McChesney Council Bluffs R A McChesney Rev Dr Barrows Iowa City Kate Barber Britt Geo W Pangburn Buffalo Moray Campbell Des Moines Geo W Ingham Olympia Wash Tom F Diaghaty Spencer and others from abroad.
The Bervusican will send out subscription statements in December to those in arrears or overdue by January. The Return- CAN Will for 1898 offers its subscribers the lowest clubbing rates with all publications. Full announcement of these matters will be made soon.
The three year old son of J A Johnson of Lynn Center Illinois faced severe croup but was saved by Chamberlains Cough Remedy according to his father who sells patent medicines. He notes the medicine’s superiority and widespread satisfaction and mentions sales opportunities with agents earning substantial amounts.
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