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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1917
Page
1
The Aurelia Sentinel lists subscription rates for Cherokee county and outside areas with foreign country pricing. An editorial quip notes that examining boards have had less trouble with flat feet than with cold feet.
A pointed, sardonic reflection on military action and leadership, suggesting even Sherman would seek stronger terms for war. It parodies Kaiser Wilhelm choosing risky moves and ends with a note that such woes can be cured.
A local editorial urges residents to assess their own behavior before criticizing neighbors. It argues self reflection improves community harmony and reduces conflicts. The piece emphasizes respectful discourse and accountability within neighborhoods.
In a period marked by fabric scarcities, the appointment of Mr Taft to major general signals a strategic move to secure khaki supplies for the military. The decision underscores logistical pressures influencing high command choices during the shortage.
It notes that worry is worse than drinking but lingers differently after. The remark contrasts effects and impressions of worry versus drink on the following day.
A speaker mocks claims that young men stay on farms, pointing to hundreds of thousands drawn to agriculture and green fields while ignoring combat duties. The remark emphasizes a shift in focus from war to farming and rural life.
If Mr. Hoover succeeds in straightening out the food situation he will have done a great work. If he fails he can console himself with the knowledge that there always has to be a goat.
Chicago students tear out a page praising the Kaiser in their spellers and avoid punishment for once as a natural impulse to protest. The passage marks an unusual display of quiet dissent among pupils.
Notice from the Aurelia Consolidated School District inviting bids and information for bus drivers. Six routes of five to seven miles each, with prompt action required as school begins in September. Inquiries or bids to George E. Blanch, Aurelia, Iowa, committee.
Cherokee papers report Dr. Nelson Edgar locating in Cherokee with Dr. Rosell at the former Hornibrook hospital on East Main. Post office construction may begin this season with a contract likely awarded soon per Postmaster Wiweke. Fred Buchanan, born in Cherokee in 1872, toured with Yankee Robinson circus. A Cherokee railroad man Pat Riley reports France voyage by submarine an alert but no damage. Cherokee guardsmen face transfers to Webster City, altering company composition with mixed reactions.
One Cam eron’s horse Look Sir Maid won 2:20 trot at Mason City fair with 2 16% time. Jens Miller rents farm north of town to son Arthur for next season. Miller undecided on where to move, hoped to relocate to Alta. Max Schulke visits Alta from Ireton with auto, to see parents Henry and Mrs. Schuelke. Committees plan Farmers Elevator and Commercial club picnic named Farmers and Merchants picnic set for September 7. Several Alta residences change hands with buyers moving to town. Ed Larson, Art Sandine, and Elof Nelson are buyers with prices $4,000 $3,850 $6,000 respectively. J L Reynolds resigns as cashier of First National Bank. directors accept. Reynolds had planned move to Irwin, Iowa, and bought grocery stock during July vacation.
The Sentinel corrects a misstatement that guarantors would dig up about five hundred dollars when it should read five dollars each. It also notes an error in the card of thanks that should have been signed Andrew.
Aurelia defeats Peterson 5 to 4 in a seesaw contest on Picnic Day. Three double plays by Aurelia kept the visitors in check while Peterson built a late ninth inning lead. Key hits by Brant and Royer homer by Royer, Moulton, and Rapp sparked Aurelia before a dramatic finish.
The editor objects to jokes while the jokesmith argues the humor has already appeared in leading newspapers nationwide. The exchange centers on appropriateness and reuse of material in print.
Poem fragment laments archaic violence where a poisoned arrow replaces gas. The speaker condemns brutal methods and labels the savage mindset as narrow. This brief verse contrasts primitive tactics with modern weapons.
A classroom exchange contrasts cause and effect with a student and professor debating whether the effect can precede the cause in a case where a man cuts grass with a lawnmower. The dialogue highlights logical sequencing and rhetorical nuance.
A humorous exchange with a patient headed to the butcher after a doctor orders an Uver pad for liver treatment. The quip hinges on a mistaken or playful mispronunciation.
On tour a comedian asks about tour support and a soubrette recalls meeting a kind hearted landlady who backed them for two weeks providing shelter and aid.
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