26 Apr 1923
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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1923
Page
1
Advertising rates and local notices appear alongside social and political quips. The page features opinions on war, economics, veterans bonuses, and a humorous Baby Show item, with a short dialogue in the final snippet.
A humorous dialogue from the Birmingham Age-Herald features a rate guest imagining handing his inn to a friend who is an entomologist. The owner of the Eagle House questions the plan as the guest explains a bug expert could study many varieties without leaving the premises.
The Washington Star quotes Senator Sorghum reflecting on public perception of confidence in his campaign. He says his apparent nonchalance is outward and that campaign managers ignore it, while voters’ concerns remain central to his strategy.
A passerby comments on a bar interior and a sign that reads Teller instead of Information. The exchange prompts curiosity about why the establishment chose the mislabeling.
Senator Sorghum dismisses brass bands at rallies while a sarcastic editor calls a prior event a concert. A dialogue references John J. Public as a stand‑in for a common man and critiques a family income of $2,500 a year.
A wry exchange highlights gendered listening habits as two neighbors joke about telling secrets. The woman quips that secrets vanish into one ear and out the other, while the man retorts that secrets enter both ears and escape from a woman’s mouth.
A terse dialogue reveals blame and self reflection as two speakers spar about family dynamics. One asserts there is one fool in every family while the other child mentions being an only child and cites accountability shifting between them.
An advertisement touts a fine selection of Elgin and Swiss wrist watches in white gold mounts, in fancy cases, plus diamond pieces and a full line of sets. Also featured are cameos, rose sachets, lingerie clasps, handbags, ear drops and souvenir spoons targeted at the graduating girl.
Retail ad promoting watches cuff links rings scarf pins belts and buckles with a promise that prices are right and customers should view before buying.
A playful barrages of dialogue shows Mr Meekton and Leoni das arguing over nobility. The city editor quips about the cub reporter remembering the speaker while noting he lacks a full transcript.
Aunt Edith jokes with a clever five year old about stockings testing the child’s wit. The exchange captures playful family banter and a fond, teasing dynamic.
A fragment discusses amiable behavior in a city apartment house while noting social barriers. It mentions a fashion cue comparing women’s gowns to Mother Hubbard and references a humorous craving for “Bones” as a sign of times past.
Briggs Vows careful driving as he crosses railroad tracks, tooting his horn beforehand.
Maude declares she hates flat tery and worries she often cannot recognize it. The exchange suggests her struggle with identifying a recurring symptom or phenomenon despite repeated exposure.
Mt Olive community notes recount a mix up involving Frank Tribbie and Earl Crippen on a porch. Several families hosted dinners and visits at Magnusen and Tribbie homes amid weather and travel challenges. Sunday services, Ladies Aid plans, and Arbor Day events feature alongside farm and horse health updates.
Afton residents hosted a party at Mrs. Glenn Parrott’s home. Emma Loucks spent part of the week with her daughter Mrs. Jones who is ill with measles. Visits included Oscar Lewis, Ray Watther, and Frank Stewart households. Mrs. Glenn Loucks was ill with tonsillitis, and Irene Melton has been absent from school due to sickness.
Ed Fitts called at Fred Gould's Sunday evening. Clifford Lewis was ill with measles last week. Miss Eva Cave visited the Young home Sunday. The Aftonball team gathered at Parker's to practice for the season. Frank Lewis visited Bowers and Oscar Lewis Tuesday afternoon. Afton folks attended an M W A dance in Aurelia last Wednesday. Miss Mary Ogle stayed with Mrs. Ellis Stieneke Wednesday night. Farm Bureau meeting at Art Whiting home postponed due to Whitings relative’s death. Mr and Mrs Wm Sleezer visited Irving Hahn Monday morning.
The Diamond Ladies Aid met at the church with about twenty in attendance. Hostesses were Margaret Hench and Mrs. Will Haight. Nutrition work from the second school showcased menus like homemade hominy with cheese, carrot and cabbage salad, barley pudding, and graham bread sandwiches. A follow up for districts Nos. 2 5 and 8 was announced and a future meeting for the east side set. Measles outbreak delayed Miss Rena Swanson's planned church play. Several local residents and visitors are noted with illnesses and recent social gatherings.
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