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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1901
Page
3
Fragmentary text appears to mention parcels or people and items like Pottles and Hoses with scattered place names and dates, but specifics are unreadable. The record preserves the limited names and venues as read, indicating a damaged notice or short event item.
A list of ornate items including dress trimmings, glove and handkerchief boxes, powder compacts, and jeweled portfolios appears in a catalog style showcase. Names like Piet Cel Infekt Gali and Bbengh surface among the misspelled goods, suggesting a broad display of fashion accessories and vanity items.
See the circus parade daily as Santa Claus rules supreme and children are promised a time of unalloyed happiness. The description lists climbing monkeys, leaping frogs, steam engines, toy animals, dolls, blocks, and many other season gifts to amuse the little folks.
Faithful and charming copies of renowned artworks feature madonnas portraits of beautiful women and novelties. Framed and mounted at 25 cents to 2.50, offering distinct innovations in this class of art.
A December 11 1901 wedding in Thompson Illinois united Miss Mildred Briecherer and Mr Lord in a ceremony led by Rev O G M Bona. Guests praised the bride and groom as they moved from the canopied parlor to the dining room where a gracious wedding feast was served. The couple plans a new life in Thompson with Mr Lord, a local contractor, and many presents were given as tokens of esteem.
Week ending December 30 reports mailed items and notices. Charley Johnapa Otto Molle listed as participants in the sale and advertisements.
Miss Florence Porter died from two chest wounds after being shot by Harry Hartman at White's restaurant in Cherokee on November 30. Hartman faces a murder in the first degree charge. he is jailed in LeMars as officers guard against lynching threats. The Porter family held services and burial in Silver township as the community mourns. The coroner’s inquest and grand jury are planned for January. Hartman’s fate hinges on the January court term.
The Des Moines Daily Capital advertises a bargain price of two dollars for the entire year 1902 with mail delivery, urging current subscribers to renew or gift copies. It touts full AP leased wire news, two color printing, strong market reports, and nationwide reach, promising a leading Iowa newspaper status. Also mentions a testimonial for Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and offers bottles free with purchase.
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