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Newspaper
Upper Des Moines Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1908
Page
8
An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a cure for kidney bladder and uric acid problems including Bright’s Disease. It promises free information and a mail offer for readers of the paper and notes the product is sold by druggists at fifty cents and one dollar in bottles.
Samson receives notice that on a Sunday in 1904 Kosuth County sold lots 6 8 7 8 and 9 in Way and Barratts Park Addition to Town to W M Galbraith for back taxes. The purchase certificate was issued December 6 1904 to M P A, now held by Y P Haggard. Redemption expires within 60 days from notice. deed to be made by the county treasurer if not redeemed.
Be advised that on the eighth day of May 1908 the Kossuth County treasurer at Algona Iowa sold Lot three in Block nd according to the original plat to B E Vaughn for taxes due. The certificate of purchase was assigned to Al F Falkenhainer who holds the deed right and will receive a deed upon redemption period as provided by law. The notice is dated Algona Iowa May 8 1908 and signed by Al F Falkenhainer holder of certificate.
The 8th day of February 1908 the will of Grasse Krieger late of Kossuth County Iowa was filed and publicly read. An April 1908 hearing was set to admit or reject the will as the last will and testament of the deceased. Creditors and interested parties may appear to contest the will at the stated time. EWEL Clerk of the District Court By N. O. Tavcon Deputy.
The American torpedo boat flotilla under Lieut. Huleh Cone arrived unexpectedly at Panama Bay after sailing from Callao March 9. The fleet, two days ahead of schedule, anchored in Magdalena Bay and prepared entertainment for officers. Buffalo departed Magdalena Bay for San Diego while the fleet practice targets will be hauled by navy tug Portone. Berlin critics laud the 13,000 mile voyage as proof of excellent material and personnel.
The Big Timber Montana blaze destroyed three fourths of the town, leaving about 300 families homeless and causing losses estimated over 409,000. Fire raged seven hours as wells ran dry, hindering efforts before volunteers and women aiding firemen saved the First National Bank area.
Washington reports the post office appropriation bill of 222 12 892 dollars, the largest in history, passing the House after a 14 day debate. Chairman Overstreet opposed boosting carrier pay, a provision added earlier, but the measure carried 136 to 12. Also in brief Madrid confirms Mulai Hafid seeks peace talks with Aber-el-Aty. In Springfield a jury acquits James Roberts, 73, of murdering his sawmill employer Franklin Larkin.
Harrisburg reports that John H. Sanderson and three others Wil lam P B Snyder William J. Math nes and James M. Shumaker were convicted of conspiring to defraud the state in the new capitol project. The verdict ends a lengthy trial with motions for new trials and possible appeals. Bail continuances were granted and defendants prepare for potential retrials or appeals. Sanderson and Snyder left court for Philadelphia and home respectively, while others were represented by counsel. The case links to a 1900s Pennsylvania reform era following a large public works contract.
San Francisco report on ii-lere K Cooke former Hempstead pastor now in the city with his daughter and companion Lima Kexleh Wiley. He admits telegraphing for the eloped partner Floretta Whaley and laments his downfall. He says the world mocks the outcast and he is worn out by being judged and destitute.
New York March 16 Harry S Thaw denies insanity in his answer to Evelyn Nesbit Thaws suit for annulment of marriage. The paper notes the case will be placed on the supreme court trial calendar next week in New York. The article also mentions a separate wage discussion and a divorce ruling in Milwaukee. Rear Admiral Theodore F Kane, born 1840, died in New York. He served in the Civil War on the Bainbridge Savannas and Neptune and retired in 1896.
Jersey City reports fines for 265 boxes of game birds seized in cold storage warehouses, potentially totaling 350000 dollars. Obituary notes: John Ob Shreffler died at Plainfield aged 91 leaving 75000 dollars to the Methodist church he organized eighty years ago.
Washington delegates from grain growing, shipping, and exporting regions met to discuss proposed federal grain classification and grading rules. Opponents warn of numerous inspectors and government interference in business, while current cereal grading by boards of trade satisfies major traders. Benton fire damages several downtown businesses. losses estimated around 100000.
An essay argues about convicting men over 30 for crime, debating morality versus intellect. Belfield’s view favors harsh, even life imprisonment or exile, while critics urge measured punishment and social responsibility. The piece weighs capital punishment, penal colonies, and the burden of supporting kin.
A Boston psychologist recalls a former jailer whose habit of counting people in a public hall grew from years as a warder at an eastern prison. With a rifle on his shoulder he counted inmates, turning the hall into a mental rail yard where audiences became his prisoners.
Chicago markets show flour strong with spring wheat at $5,9066.00 and patent orders vanishing. corn steady while oats hold. Butter prices mixed across creamery and dairy, live poultry and eggs varied with cases returned. Minnesota patents and winter varieties noted, rye prices mixed. wheat after opening turned firmer as May futures advance.
A farce-like exchange features a par tician challenging Farmer Countes sel on mortgage debt. The farmer concedes debt exists but notes past earnings allowed paying down the loan by acquiring more land, arguing his choices reflected economic conditions rather than oppression by lenders.
Chicago reports mixed cattle and hog prices with prices for steers, cows, and calves. Omaha market notes include native steers, cows and heifers, calves, and mixed hogs with edge to higher quotes. overall activity described as steady to higher.
A discussion on the magnetic attraction of chess problems and the joy of solving masterpieces by a West composer. It argues problem study sharpens accuracy, quickens perception, and strengthens chess faculties, potentially sparking ideas for ordinary play.
Vienna begins a major project to encircle the city with a forest belt at an estimated cost of 10 million. Existing woods near the city will be preserved while new plantations and broad meadows will form a continuous green ring linked to the Prater.
An 1785 reference illustrates a fountain pen with metal pieces screwed together, proving the concept predates modern designs. The example was elaborate and cumbersome compared with today’s streamlined models, yet it demonstrates long-standing interest in fountain writing instruments.
Letter from Mrs. E Hanson of Columbus Ohio claims the Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound helped her through the Change of Life easing nervousness and headaches and enabling her to return to her daily work. She says she tells friends about the remedy's benefits during this trying period.
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