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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1912
Page
3
The Merril city council boosted the annual saloon license from 2400 to 3000 dollars. Other items note deaths in Marcus and Peterson, new medical moves, school bond talk, and local incidents from Buena Vista to Cherokee.
Mrs. Wilhelmina Borgwardt dies at her daughter Mrs Meyers home in Peterson on December 19 1912 at 7 o clock. She was about 84 years old and had been in poor health for six years and bedridden five months. Her sons Wm Borgwardt and August Borgwardt and daughter Mrs Gus Meyers survive. An obituary will be printed next week.
In a far future scene the old village postmaster spots a flying speck with a three foot telescope. The U S M marked carrier swoops in, dropping a feathered mail bag that hits the town prankster and sinks into a horse trough as the bird fades away.
A man waits by a convention bulletin board carrying a damp bundle of news. He contemplates meals and transport, hoping the noon ballot results will empower a nomination and determine when he can return home to his family.
The marriage of Henrietta Glawe to Albert G. Meyer of Peterson was held on December 18 at 6 pm at her parents home with Lev Wm. Wehe officiating. The couple plans housekeeping on the old Glawe place northwest of Alta.
Dawson Morgan and Bernice Morgan eloped to Cherokee Saturday afternoon and were united in marriage by Rev Joy of the Methodist church. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs C M Morgan, is a Aurelia High and Cedar Falls Teachers College alumna. the groom, son of Mr and Mrs W P Dawson, is Cherokee High School and a two year college graduate. They will reside at 728 Mulberry Street Waterloo.
A Scientific American note describes Indian bridge building on the Skeena and its tributaries in British Columbia. Using cantilever design and logs up to 80 feet long, they anchor deck girders with rock and bury supports 15 feet deep. They later imitate wire suspension and even acquire railway odds and ends.
Iowa State Superintendent A M Deyoe urged rural progress centered on good roads and good schools as keys to better social and industrial life. He warned sentiment evolves slowly and urged education campaigns, school consolidation where feasible, and a systematic plan to build permanent roads funded by road taxes and automobile revenue.
The article discusses whether keeping plants in a bedroom is advisable, noting differing opinions on practicality. It explains that most authorities say plants absorb gases and release oxygen, and mentions the gas carbonic acid as part of plant growth processes.
Miss Marie Mo of Aurelia and Olaf Benson of Sioux Rapids were wed on Wednesday December 18 at 2 pm in the Swedish Lutheran parsonage in Cherokee with Rev. Chas Lindberg officiating. A reception at the Danielson home followed a meal served by Mrs. Danielson and Mrs. Alsgard. They plan to settle on a farm near Sioux Rapids.
A Des Moines street scene highlights Hansen and Anderson firm holiday windows on Locust street. Jesse Barber crafted a white frosted oak leaves and Poinsettias display behind high grade men and boys wear. Mr Hansen is noted as C. C. Hansen’s brother formerly of Aurelia business.
The Hilliard Wight company presents Thornes and Orange Blossoms by Bertha M Clay on New Year’s night January 1 1913 in Aurelia. The eight member troupe with Misa Amber Wight brings a full scenic and costumed production. A rare treat for theatre goers in a town Aurelia sized, secured by no Christmas New Year dates.
An Albany Times Union editorial lauds Bhopal and Nawab Sultan Jahan Begum and her two precedents a legendary three generation of women rulers. The piece recalls Bhopal’s transition from conflict to peace under women leadership crediting decreased poverty and thriving arts and industries.
The text describes how children on picnics favor hearty fare like fried chicken corned beef and chowder with a playful note on boys catching fish and digging clams while girls pick berries and assist in cooking. It emphasizes rustic camping meals as essential to a ideal family picnic.
A DeWitt Indiana saloon keeper agreed to a 10200 annual license for the town's only saloon. With 4000 residents, about 500 customers monthly sustain $13000 in yearly costs, leaving profit to cover living needs and business. A high school entertainment segment featured Frank Travers impersonating Napoleon Bonaparte at the Congregational church.
A note from W. C. Marsh states readiness for parcel post business on January 1, 1913 and urges not to use ordinary stamps. He offers a supply of parcel post stamps for fourth class matters.
Joe O Neill reports Tin Fang of Mott Street New York used a wide bladed cleaver to suppress a nuisance. He was arrested next day and the cleaver was used as evidence in court. The magistrate questioned the intent and Tin Fang denied any attempt to kill the complainant.
In Hugh S. Fullerton's article, Frank Isbell enrages after a steal attempt and an umpire dispute. As he yanks off his cap in anger, a Washington fan's taunt about pinching Mary Garden echoes from the crowd, causing a roar and a tense moment on the field.
Serena dominates as Moir notes the valley and termer events while Yocomite faces strong opposition.
The new parcel post law takes effect January first allowing fourth class mail parcels up to eleven pounds to be mailed at lower rates. Distinctive parcel post stamps required. every parcel must show sender name and address. Zones set rates from five cents to twelve cents per pound by distance. rural and star route carriers will handle parcels with added workload.
William Ramsay argues there is no barrier to borehole gas production by burning coal with controlled air to heat it, then injecting hydrogen and carbon monoxide to form water gas. Engines at the boremouth would convert the gas into electric power.
Zurich official bankruptcy department outlines monthly tariffs for bare living costs. Figures show single men 20 dollars single women 17.28 dollars married couples 19.92 dollars with children costs rise per child up to twenty years. Includes life and illness insurance and doctors' fees.
A short passage notes that success, even modest, reveals three friend classes the smart ones who celebrate, the sullen who resent, and those who show envy. It comments on how achievement alters social dynamics.
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