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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1926
Page
3
Dramatic and humorous prose contests select Aurelia as focal school for state preliminary competition on February 26. Schools from Cherokee Larrabee Meriden Aurelia send contestants to vie for ten first place honors and cash prizes with medal training noted for the event.
At two recent meetings the city council discussed installing a cluster of lights on Main Street to improve lighting and attract business. Officials believe the project would enhance safety and visibility, and expect cooperation from local merchants if pursued.
The paged church notes report Pastor Geo. C. Safford of Pederated Church delivering a morning sermon on the theme Reading Ashes and an evening message titled Woman.
Afton township local leaders chaired by a presiding chairman welcomed attendees including Petird Whitney Florence Helmsoth Diamond and Will Haight. Present were Mrs. Ralston Miss Luella Peterson and others as visiting participants.
The county will grade a road from Aurelia north to Peterson this year as part of the 1926 road building program. When finished two miles remain between Aurelia and the Buena Vista county line. Supervisor Zoma Goombs notes a possible graveling of additional sections before the season ends, though no action has been taken yet.
The Pleasan Cemetery Association held its annual meeting at the library in Aurelia on Monday afternoon. Officers were re-elected: President Mrs F G Scott, Secretary Mrs Zelda Chamberlin, Treasurer Mrs Olive Johnson. Directors include Mrs Mary Fraser Mrs T H Dieterich and Mrs Frank Waddell. B McCarty was rehired as caretaker for six months from April 1 to October 1 at 180 dollars per month.
Sioux Rapids resident Vm. Gifford has bought the Northern & Roberts pool hall from A. B. Snyder. The transaction closes yesterday and makes Gifford the owner of the establishment, with reports noting other business interests tied to the buyer.
Marcus Indiana January 26 Herman Rebers 24 year old farm hand was found dead from gunshot wounds in his chest beside his running automobile three miles east of Marcus An empty double barrel shotgun lay in the delivery box behind the driver's seat with shells discharged The coroner and sheriff suspect accidental discharge while Reber had the gun in the car He apparently placed the weapon in the rear before toppling to the road money and watch found on him rule out robbery No known enemies attributed to the shooting and a brother reportedly living near Maynarows
A community oyster supper will be held with sandwiches, pickles, potato salad, coffee and cake. Families should bring utensils and a dish, women from the east bring cake or pickles, those from the west bring potato salad and coffee cream. A 25 cent charge supports expenses. The evening includes music movies and a speech by Mr. Dewar.
The Fraser elevator reports its new feed grinder is fully installed and tested. It can grind a load of grain in minutes, converting farmer loads into feed quickly, with the addition built at substantial expense. Mr Fraser says he is ready to grind for local farmers.
The next Sunday morning service will feature From the Top of the Mount of Olives. The evening topic is The Religious Life of Sir John Franklin. Plan to attend these services. A hearty welcome to all is extended.
The list shows February 9 Cherokee at home, February 16 Cleghorn away, February 20 County Tournament, February 24 Paullina at home, February 26 vacant, March 2 Kingsley at home, March 6 6 6 Tournament. A social gathering honors Alfred Bralthesth with a six o'clock dinner and a evening of visiting relatives.
Local and national radio fans stretch their ears during the international broadcasting test period. Some report success. others doubt the effort. The editor heard three stations Sunday night two American and one foreign in a tongue. A Texas preacher and a sauer kraut aerial experiment are noted as possible methods to reach Germany and Italy.
The Farm Bureau women gathered January 23 at Mrs. Alfred Stieneke's home for an afternoon of community singing a business meeting a report on the Des Moines convention by Mrs. Dyslin and a discussion on sewing lessons. Piano solo by Mary Keister and a reading by Margaret Keister were featured with refreshments served by districts three and four.
Ten years ago thirty cars of stock were shipped from Aurelia with six cars of cattle and twelve of hogs to Sioux City while twelve cattle cars and one hog car went to Chicago. Geo N Booth plans to quit farming and hold a public sale near Aurelia. Irvan and R H Graham bought land near Mott North Dakota and will move. Bent Pierson returns from Sweden after a three year stay. H Cole and son C E Cole move onto McGuire farm west of town. L H Chase moves to Storm Lake. H J Whitlatch moves from the city power plant back to Cherokee. Mrs M S Madsen dies after childbirth. Jonas Mummert buys and takes charge of machinery and coal business from J C Lockin & Son. A L Belew assists with office work.
The Model advertises special prices on sheep lined coats for shoppers seeking affordable outerwear. Limited stock on display with promotional discounts available for a short period.
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