10 Feb 1911
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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1911
Page
1
The paper notes Aurelia Iowa weekly distribution and pricing while discussing a political deadlock. It blames a figure named Young for the stalemate and argues accountability if a senator is not elected. It references primary reliance and progress metaphors about medicine and a wart on progress.
A Iowa newspaper column discusses Canadian reciprocity, opposing party figures, and a proposed primary reform. It argues farmers can survive trade shifts, criticizes W L Harding and the insurgents, and favors a primary plan that protects the majority while allowing cross votes. It notes the legislature killed the bill amid political maneuvering.
Des Moines report notes Hon. W. P. Dawson pushing a bill amending the 1907 code to allow state or foreign licenses as evidence for Iowa registration. The measure requires applicants to pay ten dollars and prove qualifications matching Iowa licentiates. Also mentions daylight saloon bill momentum in South Dakota and Iowa timing changes.
Miss Mary Strickland and Frank Hall wed at the home of E. L. Cline with Rev. R. A. Harwood officiating. The couple plans to reside in Maynard Iowa. Nearby events include Ward Dawson visiting Aurelia, local families, a scarlet fever quarantine for L. A. Lickiss and kin, and a drug store fire on Miller's roof amid a windy day. A social gathering hosted by W. P. Green and family ended with guests enjoying games and refreshments.
A I Bryan aged about 45, a retired farmer and capitalist and a Mason, shot himself three times in the basement of his Storm Lake home this forenoon and is in a dying condition. Neighbors and city officials report no clear motive, with temporary insanity the suggested theory. He was a prominent local figure and head of the Masons lodge.
Notice announces the judgment day prayer gathering and lists church events at the Methodist church. Girls American Club meets after school, Young Mens Guild tonight, Young American Club Saturday, Lincoln tribute sermon, Epworth League features, missionary notes, and baptism opportunities.
Next Tuesday evening the Chicago Ladies Orchestra will perform at eight oclock in the Methodist church. The seven ladies and one gentleman in the troupe are skilled musicians and one young lady is noted for a highly pleasing reading recital from last year.
The fragment lists visits and health updates for residents including Miss Jennie Willen visiting Sioux City, Erherdt illness, Dreyer corn sheller accident, Kneaded injuries, travel to Platteville Wisconsin, and relatives visiting Manchester and Milwaukee with various chores and arrivals noted.
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