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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1941
Page
1
Public notice from The Aurelia Sentinel by E. C. Lighter announces subscription terms and renewal policy. It states paper is published weekly on Thursdays and that continued receipt after expiration requires payment if no notice of stop is given.
Thirty days of the forty-ninth Iowa General Assembly concluded with smooth procedure and no major bickering. A notable fight over a single seat occurred between Randall of Worth and Norland of Lee County. Revenue projections show no new state taxes, but added spending targets include a Town Industrial and Defense Commission with a $60,000 appropriation and large increases for old age assistance and dependent children. Debate persists over funding methods and democratic support for the new commission. Census figures shift representation between Lee and Wapello counties, impacting future House seats. veteran Rep. John R. Irwin and Rep. Wellington of Keokuk remain, while Wapello’s Wagner serves the current session.
Herb Klassie of Titonka uses his airplane to assist during severe icy road conditions, aiding transport and relief efforts amid the winter disruption.
Marcus guard hit a late long shot to lift the Marcus quintet to a 33-32 non conference victory over Aurelia on their floor. Aurelia led 11-8 after one and 26-18 at halftime, then rallied before Marcus pulled away in the final minutes. Marcus players Hamann Fassler and Dorr paced scoring while Aurelia center Schnees and forward Barnes were sidelined. The Aurelia second team also fell 24-9 to Marcus reserves.
The junior high basketball tournament will be held at Meriden next week on Monday Wednesday Friday and Saturday February 17 19 21 and 22. Pairings: Cherokee versus Cleghorn Aurelia versus Washta Meriden versus Larrabee Quimby versus Grand Meadow. Aurelia likely opens Monday.
Viviene and Arlie Peterson of Buffalo Center rescued a dog trapped on a barbed wire fence. They cut the wire to free the animal and then returned it to town for care before continuing to their teaching duties.
Mr and Mrs Sleezer marked 30 years with a surprise party attended by about eighty friends and relatives. A program featured singing, piano, and a mock wedding, followed by a two course lunch and gifts from guests. Numerous local families and out of town visitors joined the observance, with additional notes of church activities and radio program reminders.
Aurelia Bulldogs stay atop the Sioux Valley conference after a Tuesday win over Alta. Sioux Rapids moved to second with a 25 22 win over Primghar, dropping Alta to third. Remaining schedule includes games at Sutherland and Hartley. potential make up with Primghar per Coach J Nitzke.
Charles Kaeser of Waukon was injured when a bolt kicked him, authorities reported. The incident details remain sparse as investigators review the scene and identify contributing factors.
Church school at 10:00 led by Superintendent W A Lewis. Morning worship at 11:00. Epworth League at 7:00 with president Deloris Peterson. Sunday evening program 7 to 9 led by Edgar Allen and Carolyn Lindsay. Choir rehearsal Monday 7:30. Banquet for father and son February 20 at 6:30 with Rev L D Havighurst as speaker. Northwest Iowa Outlook Days March 4-5 in Sioux City. Northwest Iowa layman's Sunday February 16 led by laymen. Archie Nelson of Cherokee appears as guest speaker.
William Walter presides as pastor at St Pauls Lutheran Church where Sunday school begins at 9 45 a m and English worship follows at 10 45 a m This Sunday to launch a sermon series on the Lord s Prayer based on Luke 11 1 4 the lesson titled The Lord s Prayer presents Christ s answer to teach prayer Join the study of this central prayer and its values all life.
An instrument purporting to be the last will of Mabel C. Waddell, dated March 26 1984, was filed in District Court Cherokee County Iowa. A hearing to prove the will is set for March 12 1941 at Cherokee Court House. Interested parties must appear at 10:00 AM to show cause why the will should not be probated.
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