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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1907
Page
3
Local items announce Christmas gift shopping at Diurns and Garler Mummerty selections. Names include Mrs Brown and Andrew, Mr Jordan, Mr Handley, Mr Black, and others. A $10 bill parable about spending locally underscores community merchants. Also notes church services canceled due to pastor absence and upcoming moves by local residents.
A wagon runaway in eastern town area at about 1 pm injured Mrs J S Mummert returning from a visit seven miles north of Aurelia. Horse kicks and a broken wagon caused scalp wounds from a large comb and deep head bruises. She was carried home unconscious, revived later, with no fatal injuries expected. A wedding notice followed about Theodora Nordstrom and Miss Edna Ohlson marrying at Olson home.
The Sioux City Daily News marks one year with a four page anniversary edition. It touts speed and liberal proposals to subscribers, offering eight months free until 1909 to attract new readers and cover world news independently.
Mrs Robert Leeds a longtime Aurelia resident died at her Cherokee home on Friday December 18 1907 after a long illness. Funeral services were held December 16 at M B Church Cherokee conducted by Rev Thompking with many Aurelia friends in attendance. Burial was in Aurelia cemetery. She was born November 2 1843 in Savannah Carroll County and moved to Cherokee County with her parents in 1869. She married Robert Leeds in 1873 and they lived in Pilot Township before moving to Cherokee. Survived by three daughters Mrs O G Bond of Spencer Mrs Foo A Fogleman of Cherokee and Mrs He A Adan of Perry Iowa. The family and friends mourn her loss.
Eight to ten boys fired shots from a revolver near Prof Onodley's northwest town home and obstructed sidewalks with wire to trap him. Marshal Knutzen summoned. the youths fled. No arrests due to lack of positive identification. Penalties exist for carrying concealed weapons and obstructing walks. A farmer visits Garber & Mummert's store, compares prices with Montgomery Ward, and leaves convinced local stores offer better deals. Revival at Altay Opera House draws about seventy five converts led by Rev Mathis. large chorus and music noted. Advertiser urges supportive patronage and advertises sale items with deep discounts.
A letter from Mrs J H Adams of Aurelia Iowa describes visiting Sanda Colorado with her son Ceiore, expecting a winter stay nearby then returning to dine in Aurelia. She notes mild weather, daily outings, and fond views of the Royal Gorge and Tenderfoot Mountain. She mentions a guest who looks well despite illness and recalls friendly gatherings in Aurelia.
Evan the Democrat notes changes on Central division including len lengthening of running for the Sioux pilots passenger train arriving at 6 55, with two Omaha divisions removed. Fire department moves to the new city building while city contractor dispute lingers. Cherokee mail carrier Phi Stiles receives a clerk appointment in Washington. Mrs Bell McCulloch attends a family wedding. Teagan, Teagan, and local officials feature in a busy period of civic and staff changes.
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