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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1913
Page
1
The Aurelia Sentinel announces Friday publication and rates for local ads. It notes a Paullina Times piece praising Redpath Vawter chautauqua and laments businessmen mis signing up this system for next year.
On July 15 the state commission named weed day and towns celebrated by punishing weed crops. Aurelia reports a surplus of tall grass and weeds needing attention.
Tuesday saw the peak heat with a government thermometer near Farmers National Bank reading 95 degrees. The still air intensified the day’s intensity as no breeze provided relief.
A midsummer progressive rally was held in Sac County at Gdebelt on Wednesday. Dr Wesley A Hunsberger of New York City, a renowned orator on the American platform, attended to boost enthusiasm at the meeting.
Alfalfa should be planted on well drained land not necessarily high. Tile drained low land can produce excellent stands. Avoid wet soils to prevent crown damage from freezing and thawing that can kill plants. Do not plant on acid soils. apply lime if needed.
Alfalfa planting timing varies by Iowa region with fall sowing best in the northeast and central areas while spring sowing shines in the west. Key steps include soil preparation, inoculation, and careful seed-bed management to ensure germination. early planting dates and specific seeding rates are given. Alta news covers Jesse Wilkinson selling his grocery, local farm updates, construction, and street oil plans as the community prepares for infrastructure and economic activities.
In Des Moines on July 16 1913 a report outlines state funds for tuberculosis care and building projects. The State Sanatorium is slated to receive about 290000 dollars when available and a millage for five years finances rehabilitation and new buildings under the State Board of Control.
The Silver Township column notes Miss Carrie Smith assists Mrs Lent recovering from a disabled hand. Lidd and Neta Chbison visit near Alta and may attend church. Miss Hannah Juber plans a summer outing with Cary of Ida Grove. Vern Lane returns to Cherokee after helping Mr Porter. Rev Lockert suffers sciatic rheumatism and a severe relapse slows progress.
The parish announces end of current preaching series with morning service at 10 30 a m for baptism probationers and church writing. Evening service at 7 30 features ample music and a message by the pastor. Sunday school at 9 30 and Epworth League at 7 p m urge booster attendance amid hot weather.
The Capitol roils over lobby influence and a widening tariff battle as Democrats align with the Administration. Senate leaders pledge support for the tariff bill. disputes flare over tobacco schedules and patronage. McNab probes shake McRaynolds, while Burleson shifts postmaster changes. Quarantine lifts on cattle in the Dakotas and neighboring states conclude the report.
A large crowd enjoyed the Quimby celebration with no serious injuries. Fireworks were postponed by a shower and the festivities resumed Saturday night. A dispute over a race horse led to two men in the cooler for most of the day. they were released on bond and fined about $15 and $20 plus costs. Miss Ruth Parker fell through a moving Merry-go-round platform suffering sprained ankles.
Uncalled letters at Aurelia post office include Mrs. Victor Petersen Mrs. C A Bates Dave Polston two letters Almeda Nelson Carl Johnson and Alex Johnson for the week ending July 15 1913.
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