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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1913
Page
1
Brother Horner of the Fonda Times calls on Aurelia and neighboring towns to form a commercial club. The Aurelia Sentinel notes weekly Friday publication and advertising rates, with subscription options and rates for outside the county.
A South Dakota town elected to name its single saloon keeper after a contested vote. The piece notes a tense political climate and mocks a motto from Mascatine High School, suggesting a tongue in cheek replacement.
Howard Mitchell, formerly two years foreman at the LeMars Sentinel, has purchased the Hespers Tribune and will assume ownership on July 1. He has long experience in the printing trade from start to finish and is wished success.
A Storm Lake Pilot-Tribune reader praises Aurelia’s newspaper, saying Ervil Lighter runs the best paper Aurelia has had since the observer began monitoring it and credits local businessmen for liberal support.
State representative C. C. Cannon from the Capitol region criticizes the legislature’s decision to spend funds on enlarging and redesigning the state capitol grounds. He argues the action is misunderstood and improperly justified by the newspapers.
In Paullina Times reporting from O'Brien county Mr. Cannon defends a Capitol grounds project. He argues the reform benefits the state, raises surrounding land value, and safeguards assets through state control rather than graft, with options and possible resale under clear stipulations.
The second annual flag week by The Register and Leader and Evening Tribune runs May 20 to 30. Thousands of full five foot flags with sewn stripes will be distributed for Memorial Day. Order 31.40 for either The Daily Register and Leader eight months or The Evening Tribune six months and the flag will be prepaid.
Property owners must clean yards and alleys of manure and refuse at once or the city will do so and charge the expense to the property or occupants. Signed A. Fraser Mayor.
Silver Township notes a slow weather week with few events. Reports say farming progress stalled by rain while illness improves and church activities resume cautiously. Ladies Aid and Luther League plan Friday gathering at Mrs. Edward Johnson’s home, plus a June Good Hope Mt Olive Men’s Club event featuring home talent.
Rev Earl Hoon visited Cherokee with friends on Friday and Aurelia residents Mrs N Siglini and daughter Pearl dropped in as business visitors. W N Russell and family from Aurelia were here Saturday, as was A N Sheldon visiting old friends. A A Dingman also from Aurelia came for business. The note adds a small crowd at the circus and remarks farmers had a busier day.
Jessamine arrives as a visitor at Ma Simms's restaurant in Jager's Junction triggering rival romances. Curly and Gimpy vie for Jessamine's favor while Ma Simms mediates. Jessamine reveals she is engaged not to either, then confirms she loves Curly as the scene ends with a kiss and decision.
An article notes German law limits when a cat may be shot. Lt. Klotz of Berlin was fined after killing eighteen cats. a judge warns canaries and bird lovers must pursue cats to prove ownership. The law prescribes shooting only under specific conditions and forbids shooting mere glimpses of a cat.
Miss Ellen Anderson returns home from visit with friends in Storm Lake. Margaret Hench visits relatives near Cherokee. Gus Ohlson departs for Sweden for several months. Misa Bessie Pitcher returns from Des Moines. A newborn boy born to Mr and Mrs Lew Kenyon. J S Linquist feels unwell. Mrs Phelps visits daughter in Carroll. Hazel Hench finishes studies at Sibley and prepares to graduate with family present. A birthday gathering for Miss Stella ends with a music cabinet gift from the community after an unexpected Wednesday party. A local item in The Sentinel will sell it.
A columnist argues that women over forty should avoid aging their appearance with heavy serious expressions. Do not overdo solemnity or mimic youth, but maintain earnest purpose without lines, heavy brows, or a perpetual grave demeanor.
A woman confronts a shoemaker about squeaky shoes. He refuses a refund but offers to replace one shoe with a matching squeak to tune the pair. The exchange ends with a practical but comic compromise.
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