This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Algona Hospital A pillar of local care and growth
A local institution for Algona, the Algona Hospital, is described as a vital community asset. Opened in 1907, it occupies 96 by 66 feet with two stories and a high basement, housing eight patient rooms, operating and sterilizing rooms, and a staff living area. Dr. Kenefick serves as resident physician with open invitations to other reputable doctors. initial funding included a $1200 subscription and a steam heating system. Over fourteen months it treated 66 patients, 36 from outside the immediate area, with many local doctors using its services.
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Algona
Kenefick
Algona Hospital
Spurbeck Lambert Co
Fige
Kenoflok
Congregational Sunday School
Charles Palmer
King’s Daughters
St. Cecelia’s
I. M. Flanel
Midat