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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1908
Page
3
The Aurelia Sentinel announces the publisher details for Aurelia Iowa listing B E Lord as the publisher in this public notice and imprint acknowledgment for the newspaper.
A lightning explosion in the Chelodian church entrance at Walker LA trapped worshippers during a Christian meeting. Pastor Rev Charles J Feher and several youths suffered severe burns while others escaped through a window as the church and residence burned. Fisher, a school principal, was seriously hurt and may not recover.
Nineteen cars from four nations joined the 600 mile Grand Prize at Savannah run by the Automobile Club of America. The event features a gold trophy valued at 5000 and total cash prizes of 8000, covering fifteen laps of the 26.73 mile course. A prelude on the day prior includes a light voiturette race over 50 miles.
Definite plans outline a Norwegian north pole voyage led by Amundsen. He aims to drift the Fram through the Behring Strait area near the northwest of Pont Liarrow, prepared to drift for five to six years if needed, to reach the polar region.
A historical brief notes a naval squadron from the Atlantic fleet preparing for target practice off Olongavy, with orders to coal and stores. The gunk on ships is near completion and the squadron will begin target practice from Monday with observers from Nebraska Georgia and Alandby.
A Milo, Ohio dwelling housed Max Devore and his wife both aged 30 along with Chaaiites aged 23. They were found dead, apparently asphyxiated by a stove exhaust escape. The incident details suggest accidental gas or smoke inhalation.
Unclear text fragment references Shaux City with distorted phrases. Readable bits mention a price of 5.55 and a protest-like push following a top line. No clear people or organizations emerge to establish a solid event or outcome.
A blazing fire early Monday at St Paul Mint threatens Shea's Wyery stall and Angas hotel. An employee is believed to have started the blaze amid storm conditions. About one hundred Hersey were placed under care, and the total loss is estimated at $50,000.
The Pennsylvania Railroad company announced on Monday at Philadelphia a regular annual dividend of 3 percent. The statement notes the payout will be to shareholders of record and follows prior earnings reports.
The Netherlands government could act against Venezuela over a May 14 decree not revoked by President Castro. Curacao officials say Caracas has not rescinded the measure at the latest hour, while naval officers anticipate limited steps and preparations for possible escalation. Reports also say Castro ordered a mobilization of 50,000 troops for November 2.
San Francisco veteran lecturer on health and vegetarianism applies for admission to a county poor farm after years of public work. He recalls events from the late 18th and early 19th centuries, ardently advocates turnips and onions, and continues to walk with the aid of a heavy stick.
A gas main line north of Leavenworth ruptured Sunday afternoon after a pressure surge, isolating Independence gas field consumers and leaving Atchison Kansas and St. Joseph Missouri unable to access gas and heat briefly. Repairs followed quickly but Lawrence and surrounding areas faced outages until service was restored.
The crew of the schooner Lane Lad Pollard of Philadelphia were brought to port in New York by the steamer Admiral Schley after being rescued at sea from their burning vessel. The Pollard, bound from Fernandina to Philadelphia with a Gas Company cargo, was set afire following a collision with a steamer during the voyage.
A mob of about thirty masked men attacked the Doane County jail on Kinkston Street Tennessee and fatally injured inmate George Cook who faced a murder charge. Police say the mob intended to hang Cook but he resisted with a razor, after which the assailants killed him. John King, also under charge, was present.
A Norfolk, Virginia youth, son of G. 2. Pereber, died of brain concussion from an inforging football game between Crowthall Institute and Tannoke College at Lexington. The score at halftime was Virginia Institute 67 Hoarnke College 0. the second half was not played.
Mrs Julia A Carney author of Little Raps of Water and other hymns died Sunday after an illness in Culver. She was born in Lancaster, Maine on April 6, 1823.
In Foraker Oklahoma on March 8 Seward a prominent hardware merchant and democratic committeeman shot and killed John Millan a well known farmer of Pawhuska The men argued over a political dispute in Sewards store when he drew a revolver and fired five times into Millans head authorities reported the incident as a fatal shooting with political tensions cited as the motive
Mrs William Astor, 82, longtime New York social leader, died Friday night at her Fifth Avenue home after a long heart illness. Her reign defined New York society, with famous balls and gatherings that drew up to 1,000 guests in her mansion.
Passengers and crew of the steamer Luckenbach from New York to San Juan faced an October fire 480 miles east of Sandy Hook. Alarmed at dawn, they prepared lifeboats and provisions while awaiting rescue as the Philadelphia was sighted. The crew, led by Captain McLean, was praised for brave conduct and disciplined action.
A blast struck a gambling resort alley in Collage Grove near Axoleon owned by FF. Brennan on Friday. Windows shattered and the neighborhood was startled as the lighted fuse blew the device. Authorities view the act as retaliation against gambling houses facing suppression.
Theodore Whitmore of Jersey City was acquitted after a two hour jury trial over the death of his wife whose battered body was found last year. Witnesses testified he was in New York when the crime occurred. The foreman’s kiss of relief followed the verdict as Whitmore’s defense rested on alibi witnesses.
In Gass county two men suspected in a Sunday night robbery were seen at Riverside hotel where they registered as Charles Sidders and Arthur Mune ster. They later confronted Night Watchman C. A. Futaton near cork chutes and fired. Futaton died. Ralston Gilson was wounded earlier in the same encounter. A large hunt followed with locals aroused to possible lynching if captured. The suspects fled in dark clothing after the shooting.
The Wear Point Farmers' Institute lists premiums for the county corn show. Top prizes include 15 dollars for best bunk of corn of any color, 10 ears of yellow corn first prize 10 dollars, second 5 dollars, third 3 dollars, fourth 4 dollars, fifth 2 dollars, and 3 next best at 1 dollars each. Same prizes offered for white corn. Additional premiums cover best stage one of corn, street crop, and a few popcarts. Also offered: a 20 dollar emblem to the school district with highest total prize winnings and an 18 dollar prize to funders analyze for the best ten years of corn.
Modern Woodmen of America sues to establish a 260000 deposit in the defunct Chariton National Bank. A 350000 deposit with the bank’s receiver is tied to an agreement. a first dividend is expected soon with about 25 percent of the claim, and total dividends may reach around 40 percent after subsequent distributions.
A 7 year old Oakdale girl, Mma Moore, was abducted near her home by an unidentified man on Wednesday. Dogs from Stanton assisted in the search, and neighbors fear the assailant, a close friend of the family, may be harmed if found. The community remains enraged and threats are issued.
Harry Paget of Chicago and John Hughes of Gretna Nebraska secured a verdict totaling ten thousand dollars against J J Eaton and the Interstate Shirt and Collar Company of Troy New York for false arrest and mistreatment. The case stemmed from events around December 11, 1906, with Hughes arrested in Chicago upon the complaint of O O Baton, treasurer of the Interstate Shirt and Collar Company, regarding promissory notes.
Robbers smashed the Stella Theater safe of Theodore Schutt Saturday morning, escaping with about $1,500 in jewels and $60 in cash after entering through the front door. A large blast damaged nearby wiring. jewelry trays were found near a railroad track as citizens reported two shots.
A thief who took books from the defunct Chamberlain banking house while in a box was seen moving toward Treumann and nearly to Beatrice on the return trip. Officers cannot yet identify the man due to lack of evidence or means to confirm his identity.
A thief broke into Lane & Allinson Hardware at Lyons and stole six revolvers cartridges pocket knives one gold watch and three nickle plated watches. No suspects named. Police investigate the Lyons burglary.
An epidemic of hog cholera spreads across Nehawka and surrounding counties. Hog raisers report substantial losses as large portions of their herds are wiped out, signaling a severe impact on local agriculture and livelihoods.
The bodies of Gus Johnson of Weeping Water and Frank Jott addres unknown were found in bed at the Aehin hotel in Omaha. Authorities cite asphyxiation with unverified theory blaming a turned off gas or unrelated accident during a firefight, while a westbound freight wreck near the same time added to chaotic conditions.
The report describes a violent entry into a residence where Gilreave Hough of the United County Invent Tre department was attacked by a burglar. The assailant fled with only a few dollars as Mrs. Hough was left severely injured and unable to speak. Police were not immediately notified due to a delayed report, and investigators traced the suspect to an August night, with a telecommunication disruption hindering witness access.
Many depositors in the recently defeated Hawke Bank of Corinth will lose their money, a situation clarified by Judge A J Clark. It was decreed that nearly all the bank's assets, about 70,000 dollars, are pledged to claimants who proved that the money entrusted to the bank was in trust and hence are preferred creditors.
Evidence before the coroner’s jury indicates Mike Cummins was found dead near his bed with foul play suspected. Witness testimony points to two persons seen with Cummins at midnight, and the case will be referred to the grand jury.
The annual entomology event at the university kicks off with freshmen biology students transporting a feline to Whaleyten laboratories. Some students test methods to catch their specimen using Mall hugs, while others conduct the sight hunt in person.
Within ten days at least a dozen different farsers of the Sleinfigs of Galva have purchased corn wukern from local inplement sealers. The machines are capable of quaking from vleht to toh aeres per liny.
A fire caused significant damage at a local plant leading to an estimated $20,000 in losses. Investigators noted the blaze started in a boiler area and efforts to control the flames disrupted production for the day. The incident involved staff and safety responders on site.
A Chicago weekly market summary reports mixed signals across sectors. It notes gradual recovery indicators, rising payments, and improved supplies for live stock and provisions, with weaker wholesale activity and heavy weather affecting seeding. New York retail trends show cautious optimism and expected gains later this year. Freight, currency, and bank clearings figures are cited, alongside drought impacts on transport and grain movements.
A garbled OCR listing shows varied commodity quotes including Chicago, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Detroit, Milwaukee markets. Entries reference cattle hogs sheep wheat corn oats barley and potatoes with mixed price ranges and unit notes, but many words are unreadable.
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