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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1923
Page
1
A mix of local advertising rates mild humor and aphorisms touches on insurance pitches early birds and worms and a non stop dancer note. The column closes with a joke about a dish washer earning front page fame and marathon dancing precision.
Sheriff and deputy seized hidden alcohol in tins from a field near a wire fence. They arrested A I Donaldson of Milford Iowa an aviator living in Minnesota after finding him in the grass. He is bound over to the grand jury with $500 bond. Aviation has been his business for years.
Sealed bids for moving about 4000 yards of dirt to fill road bed between section 32 in Pitcher township and section 5 in Diamond township. Bids must be received by May 21, 1923, with right to reject any or all bids. By order of Pitcher township board of trustees. Joshua Shank, Clerk.
A local seller in the for sale column advertises a private sale of an item. The notice emphasizes direct sale without intermediaries and lists contact details for interested buyers.
A salesman recalls a lady customer asking to match upholstery to her hair. He apologized after asking whether she wanted it the way it is now, and she left angrily in a huff.
Reports from several towns note Cleghorn's 68 5-6 points leading the county track meet at Washta with Maccus runner-up and Washta, Quimby, and Larrabee following. Other items include Linn Grove appointing Leon Johnson as athletic director for Spencer High School and a May 4 track meet at Estherville.
A curious scene unfolds as a stranger proclaims himself advance guard of prosperity while a hotel owner distrusts him over a refused check. The article then lists local visits and happenings in Diamond, including Miss Estella Hickey and Mrs. Irene Hansen, measles news, and weekend trips to nearby towns. Families, travel, and farming activity mark the community update.
A child asks if young cubs become men, and a mother explains that growth does not change biology. The exchange turns on a remark about a lion's youth.
The Chiggersville Clarion editor recalls using large paper weights to cool down an irate subscriber who planned to misuse the editor as a floor mop. The anecdote highlights a quirky newsroom gesture and the editor’s calm handling of a tense encounter.
A visiting artist quips to Smith about balancing studies, land scopes, and selling. Smith replies he fears his latest salt of work will not endure much longer. The exchange captures a tense moment during a difficult project.
In a tense exchange, Senator Sorghum is asked if the newly introduced bill will become law. He replies candidly that he does not think it has a chance, admitting it was pushed as a favor to a friend. The scene carries a serious undertone as observers note the political maneuver.
Treats offered for white and green scours necro enteritis bullnose and mixed infections in young pigs. Cherokee Stock Remedy Co promotes guaranteed treatments. Cherokee Oklahoma contact phon 211 for details.
A humorous verse notes Hortense is deeply in debt while she struggles to pay for her car and fuel. The speaker mocks her over their financial squeeze and gasoline expenses.
A husband bursts in to find his wife writing memoirs. She reassures him nothing about him will appear. The playful exchange captures a domestic moment with humor and secrecy.
In a playful exchange, Farmer Corntessel suggests Josh could be a future motion picture actor, saying he’s good for something and has tried almost everything else. The remark hints at Josh’s versatility and the humor of rural banter.
A dialogue about a leaking hot water pipe leads to a plumber delaying service while a couple bickers over fair treatment and familiarity with the household staff. The exchange highlights domestic friction and practical delays.
In a domestic exchange, a Mrs asks why she is asked to sing when Mr Smathers visits. The Mister explains he does not see the visitor but avoids telling him directly to leave.
Edith argues marriage for love is foolish Maud counters with love for a millionaire air.
A reader recalls a man cursing near an office as someone offered a book only to the best people. The speaker wonders if this affected their place on the mat and notes the tense moment outside the office.
In London a quick exchange notes the new manager is a hustler and the businessman says the leader hasn’t time to grumble. The brief dialogue highlights a pragmatic, busy office tone and a hopeful start.
Emma Loucks and Miss Stoner visited at Glenn Loucks home with Nina Loucks. The Afton team defeated Larrabee on their home field. Numerous visits and social calls stretch across Cherokee, Alva Wilburton, O'Brien, Hartley, Aurelia, and nearby towns as residents schedule Sunday gatherings and family time.
A school update reports garden posters and bird study for first grade while second grade works on nursery rhymes and spelling. Third grade notes eleven perfect spelling papers and comprehension 100 percent while finishing bird book covers and garden reports. Fourth grade covers fractions and baseball practice. fifth grade notes perfect spelling papers and strong attendance.
Fred Blake attended the Farm Bureau convention in Cherokee last Thursday. The Farm Bureau met at the Art Whiting home for an all day meeting Thursday. The next meeting will be at Leon Sanborn's.
The Mt Olive Ladies Aid met at Lars Mork home with about thirty attendees and a lunch served by hosts Mrs. Mork and Mrs. Magnuson. Mrs. Deibner’s family attended Grandma Deibner’s funeral in Spirit Lake, and Mr Deibner returned with them. The Olive Farmers Union held its monthly meeting at store rooms, and a YWCA B Y P U roast at Floyd Allen grove drew about thirty five attendees. Dan and Mrs Dubes of Aurelia visited Warl Crippen. Herbert Crippen bought a new coupe. Far Crippen sold six loads of Yars in Aurelia.
Campbell and crew from Cherokee have dug a cistern and installed a basement under a kitchen and bathroom at the Earl Crippen residence. Several Cherokee residents were entertained at the Magnuson home for supper Sunday evening. Bertie Deibner was briefly ill last week. Relatives visited Mt. Olive on Sunday afternoon. Numerous local families spent Sunday at various homes, including Ivan Wilson and Pete McGregor households. Ernest Magnuson visited Claus Johnson’s family in Sioux Rapids and returned Tuesday. Mrs. Henry Georke of Aurelia is ill and hopes for a speedy recovery.
In a brief exchange, Jill confirms a son has gone to war and questions his readiness to charge properly, noting he previously worked as a taxicab driver. The dialogue hints at practical knowledge spilling into military service.
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