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Newspaper
Upper Des Moines Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1907
Page
2
Discussion of the last legislature's actions and the need for a fair trial of new laws. It notes debates over radical measures, calls for honest criticism, and contrasts partisan positions with cautious restraint. Mentions Roosevelt, Taft in Ohio, and Mr Stead advocating delaying war for thirty days to pursue mediation. Taylor's Candy always pleases.
J A Robertson of LaVerne visited Algona Saturday. Judge Coyle begins first term in Kossuth county next Monday. A new baby boy for Leroy Barton and wife, the fourth son. Local officials and residents travel to and from Burt and Germania. Various trips, summer plans, and upcoming court activity noted along with a raid on Germania pool hall and hardware updates at the county clerk’s office. Western Electric toll talks consider better links between LaVerne and Algona. Fancy potatoes offered at Dutton and Sorensen.
A quirky family etymology traces the Dahm name to I B Smith who craved a unique name after mail mix ups. Mrs Smith’s Maplesota flour joke led to the coined Dahm, linking bread, laughter, and a new surname for the Dahm clan and even the family dog. G W Paine sells Maplesota flour.
The Kossuth county association seeks bids to print 5,000 copies of the premium list with 84 pages of Look and 314 pages bound. Sealed bids due April 27, 1907, at 102.0. reserves right to reject any or all bids.
Mrs Laura Stow a well regarded resident of Burt dies Monday at 1 p m at her son Comfort Stows home at age 91 Born in 1816 in St Lawrence County New York she later lived in Ohio and Illinois before moving to Burt She leaves four children Hamilton Comfort Chester and Arthur and two Illinois sisters She joined the Burt Presbyterian church after moving her memory is cherished by many in the Algona area and beyond
HaGGarn and Perk advertise limited property loans with modest sums available. They invite interested buyers or owners seeking quick financing to contact their office for terms and eligibility. The notice emphasizes accessible rates and prompt service for local applicants.
Algena Business Men president Joe Misbach calls a 7 30 pm meeting at the house to order the mercial Club. The gathering will decide summer streetwatch sp ring arrangements and continued operation. New members will be elected and town interests urge a strong turnout.
Monday morning Warren was called to the bedside of his mother in law Mrs Altwegg in Ledyard where she had been ill for days after the birth of her child. Mrs Altwegg died Monday. Isletta M. Laird, age four, is mentioned in the notes. A funeral service is set for tomorrow at 2 o clock with Rev Spt conducting in the cemetery chapel at 2 30.
Money to loan at six percent annual rate. Terms available by negotiation with periodical payments. Contact for further details and eligibility requirements.
For sale a several acre partially wooded property suitable for poultry, orchard, and garden. Includes room for four of something and a low price. Money to loan at par rate available. Inquire for details and location.
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