Benjamin Wilmott Haggard Remembered in Algona Funeral
A detailed obituary recounts the life of Benjamin Wilmott Haggard born November 20 1867 near Irving and raised in Algona. He served as disbursing officer to the House of Representatives and studied law at Georgetown University though illness cut his plans short. The article notes his political activity as Republican party chairman and his deep devotion to family. His death followed a prolonged battle with tuberculosis at Stormont Sanatorium and in his home, with a large funeral attended by relatives and community figures.
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B. W. Bharnet
Ace Des Moines-Republican
Algona
Starmont
Poltarium
Nations
Boo
Pratein
Washington
Bia
House of Representatives
Hia
Forgetown University
Hich
Hhos
Stormont
Sternberg
Bubopa
Ben
Benjamin Wilmott Haggard
Kossuth County
Irvingon Village
D. A. Haggard
Norever
Mitt
Republican Party
Westsons
Canner
National Capitol
Georgetown University
Co. F
Iowa Pool Guard
Afta
Sons of 8
Yes Woodmen
Knights of
Register and Leader Haggard a Brillant Man and Local Politician
Mr Haggard was a brilliant minded mixer and a prominent political factor in Kossuth county. He valued law and politics, made many friends, and kept ties to Algona. Bancroft Register notes his death at Algona Wednesday after years of poor health and warm friendships.
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Haggard
Kossuth
Algona
Bancroft Register
B. W. Haggard
Mr. Haggard
Bancross
Lightning Kills Fred Badje As Hogs Transport In Storm
In a Saturday storm Fred Badje was riding with a hog load when lightning struck near John Steinhard’s farm, instantly killing him. His father Carl Badie and the Steinhard family aided in resuscitation efforts, but Dr. Waud of Germánus was also killed by the bolt. Funeral services were to be held at the Germán Lutheran church with interment in Germán cemetery. Also notices for a night clerk and dining room girl at the New Algon, and two top buggies for sale via Jno Musing.
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Fred Badje
Germania
Fred
John Steinhard
Carl Badie
Steinhard
Dr. Waud
Germanus
Germania Lutheran Church
Glidden Tourists Speed From Mankato to Fort Dodge
Glidden tourists pass Algona at nearly 25 miles per hour on a 128.6 mile leg from Mankato to Fort Dodge. D. F. Lewis leads the pathfinder car with 0:23 a.m. departure, Frank B. Hower pacemaker leaves at 6:30, arrival in Algona 10:20.
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Mankato
Fort Dodge
Lowa
Algona
Towa
Pathfinder
D. F. Lewis
Frank B. Hower
Kossuth
Maxwell Press
Burt
Ling
Pierce Arrow
Brush
Thorioyton Street
Chalmera-Detroit Prasa
Jewel
Call Bridge
Political Gossip Hints at 1901 Iowa Candidacies
Jake Frech reports in Bancroft Iowa on July 20 1900 that Algona whispers mention next year’s races Fred Anderson Wesley may seek Tresgier E J Gilmore for Representative Van Ness Whittemore for county attorney Glen Brunnon eyed for general and last Bill Putzier discussed for Recorder The piece notes Republicans would back any strong candidate and jokes about Bills reaction to the gossip.
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Wd. A. Frech
Bancroft
Iowa
Algona
Fred Anderson
Wesley
Tresguier
E. J. Gilmore
van Ness
Whittemore
Glen Brunnon
William Putzier
South End
Bill Putzier
Bill
Algona Baseball Club Considers Temporary Disbandment
The Algona baseball club management decided last Thursday to temporarily disband due to poor finances and unsatisfactory team results. They plan to continue playing later in the season with more local players and fewer high paid salaries, and a game with Britt is expected next Saturday at home.
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Algona Baseball Club
Britt
Big Milk Checks at Burt Reported for Past Month
Monitor lists top milk recipients: J. St. Mandeley $150.66 Bartlett Bros. $8114.96 John Koestler $113.37. Thirty patrons shared $62,645 total or an average of $884.85. Company roll last month exceeded $8,000. Purchases a pasteurizer will be installed soon.
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J. St. Mandeley
Bartlett Bros
John Koestler
Hee
John M Kundert 81. funeral in Stillwater
John M Kundert died July 17 at the Winkle home after years of invalidism. The Swiss born Civil War veteran, 1828 11 16, will be buried Monday beside his wife in Stillwater Minnesota. His daughters Mrs Peter Winkle and Mrs Tracy receive community sympathy.
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Stillwater
Minnesota
John M. Kundert
Peter Winkle
Tracy
Winkle
Kundert
Switzerland
Algona Restaurants Face 35c Meal Charge Flap
The Algona press buzzes over claims restaurants raise meals to 35c after years of 25c pricing. Forecaster Bryan day and Fourth celebrations cited while local diners recall paying 50c at New Algona. Residents pledge to avoid being overcharged and demand fair, square pricing.
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Weasley News
Algona
Bryan
Wesley
Woods
Electric railway proposed through Fenton to Fairmont and Ft. Dodge
Reporters Herman Krause and J P Moyers describe a plan to build an electric railway line through Fenton, running north to Fairmont and south to Whittemore West Bend and Ft Dodge. They claim cost is figured and much stock is sold, with pending cars to arrive.
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Herman Krause
J. P. Moyers
Fenton
Fairmont
Whittemore
West Bend
Ft. Dodge
Cara
Low Fare Tickets West and Northwest Via the Chicago Line
Low fare tickets from stations on this railway to Seattle Tacoma Spokane Portland Victoria Vancouver San Francisco Los Angeles Denver Salt Lake City and other West and Northwest points offered until September 30. Return tickets valid until October 31 with stopovers permitted. Complete details on train service fares routes and sleeping car options available. FB A Miller Geo's Pay Agent Chicago 24 Wanted A chambermaid and waitress at the New Algona Hotel applying niceties.
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Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Seattle
Tacoma
Spokane
Portland
Victoria
Vancouver
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Denver
Salt Lake City
Northwest
A. Miller
Geo's
Chicago
Emmetsburg Defeats Algona After Questionable Call
Emmetsburg Tribune reports a Sunday matchup where Algona, visiting Company K, forfeited after a disputed umpire decision. Algona critics labeled the visitors "quitters" for not staying in the game as the umpire ruled, ending the contest with a 10 to 0 score.
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Algona Ball Club
Emmetsburg
Emmetsburg Tribune
Algona
Company K
Co. K
Knickerbockers
Whittemore Father Seeks Missing Son James Britt
James Britt of Algona road near Hobart was in town early this morning searching for his 16 year old son who is believed to have run away. The boy was last seen walking toward Whittemore and Mr Britt reports no prior trouble at home, leaving him puzzled by the disappearance.
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Whittemore
James Britt
Algona Road
Hobart
Proper Treatment for Dysentery and Diarrhoea Remedy
The article promotes Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as effective when used early, claiming it prevents dangerous consequences. It notes long-standing use with consistent success and lists E. E. Conner & Co. as the seller.
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Chamberlian
E. E. Conner & Co
Kossuth County Mutual Insurance Adjourned Meeting Notice
An adjourned meeting of the company will be held at the secretary's office Thursday July 29 1900 at 1 0 o'clock a m Blackford secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kossuth County Mutual Ins. Co
A. O.—L, Blackford, Seoy
Special G A I train to Salt Lake City via Chicago Milwaukee St Paul
G A I special train due to encampment at Salt Lake City in August will run from Faribault Mason City Dubuque and Cedar Rapids to Salt Lake City via Omaha and Denver. Departures August 6 and August 6 with multiple stops. Low round trip tickets on sale August 5 to 8. Return in 30 days. One day stopover in Denver. FP A Miller, General Passenger Agent, Chicago. 2 4.
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Salt Lake City
Chicago
Milwaukee & St. Paulty
Chissolo Milwaukee
Dubuque
Cedar Rapids
Denver
Faribaule
Mason City
Omaha
A. Miller
Conner Secures Agency for Zemo Skin Remedy
E. Conner announces he has the agency for Zemo, a liquid external remedy claimed to instantly relieve and cure eczema pimples dandruff blackheads piles and other skin diseases by destroying the germ causing them. He offers proofs of cures and samples on request.
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Conner
Zemo
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Marie Lantry
T. H. Lantry
Lantry
C. H. Holmes
Congrégational Church
Lutie Wallace
G. F. Peek
Knights of Pythias
T. P. Harrington
Nis
Riverview
W. R. Hutchinson
Sioux City
H. N. Moore
San Antonio
Texas
Tom Shermen
Milwaukee
United States Postoffics
J. D. Farrell
Geo. &. Boyle
Mark Boyle
A. J. Lien
J. A. Frech
The
New Algons
Gona Musica
JNO Musing
Jake Frech
Big
Co. O. Simpson
Sherman
Algona Hot
Sore
San
HE. N. Dewey
Agnewville
E. E. Qonner & Co
Taylor's
Ngopolita Brick
Algona Ice Cream and Gandy Factory
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