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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1919
Page
2
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The case of Ira Bonnett vs. O W Nylander opened today with Slan a er charged amid allegations of chicken theft. Jurors named include J A Ruggles Harry McNeese O McClain and others. Opening statements and first witnesses were heard before adjournment until Monday.
Parsons College and Fairfield high school send athletes to Des Moines for the Drake Relays. Parsons Stever Gallaher Allen and Smith compete alongside high school entrants Crail Forbes Scott and Masdem.
The Fairfield Oratorio Society holds its first regular rehearsal for the Elijah oratorio on Monday at 7 30 in Prof Moorhead's studio. Strong interest from city and college singers promises a large chorus and fine soloists for the June 2 performance.
Des Moines Indiana April 19 James W Gerard former ambassador to Berlin says America must feed Germany to save itself from Bolshevism at Victory Liberty loan meeting urging aid to the enemy as a strategic move amid postwar tension.
Earl Bogardus and Fred Connell were found guilty of robbery by a Jefferson county jury after a lengthy deadlock. The panel, with 11 to 1 in favor of conviction, deliberated through forty ballots before the last holdout joined. Sentencing is set for next Tuesday.
Fairfield Victory Loan headquarters stay open until 9 p m at the first door north of the Iowa State Bank. Citizens are urged to contribute for Uncle Sam and place Fairfield and Jefferson county on the Victory loan map tonight.
Mrs. Nancy J. Armstrong died about 9 a m at her son's home northeast of the city after a two week pneumonia battle. Survived by six children Eva Kelly Olive Porter Frank Armstrong Vernon and Andrew J and A J of this city. four sisters and three brothers. Short funeral services will be held tomorrow at 9 am at the son's home in charge of Rev. C L Tennant with burial in Wellington.
Sunrise Easter services at Epworth Methodist Church led by Prof Mountain tomorrow at 6 30 am. Young Women's Auxiliary hosts a picnic supper Monday at 6 pm at Misses Bessie and Florence Jones home West Broadway. Jefferson County Teachers club Easter party for brides at Court House after meeting. Mrs Elsie Haifly birthday surprise with games music and refreshments. Public dance at Fraternal Aid hall tonight with special music. Pythian Sisters KensingtonRowena Circle handkerchief shower for Mrs Margaret Minster and Mrs Easton with sandwiches ice cream and cake. Pythian Sisters next meeting Monday evening with refreshments.
Lieut Col J F Clarke arrived in Charleston D C yesterday and is expected to be mustered out soon. Mrs Clarke left days ago to meet the officers. Easter visitors include Dorothy Kann Lulu Lucas Eula Herrald and Mrs Anice Kann with residents in Davenport Moline and Burlington referenced. Mrs Charlotte Gustison and Mrs Alex Monson are noted local residents with health updates.
Des Moines reports a Municipal Judge Bonner accusation that some lawmakers aided and abetted delinquency of girls aged 17 and 18. Representative Morgan Jasper county and others demand a formal investigation, seeking names and affidavits. Governor's office and a state agent reportedly involved. affidavits allege all night parties in Des Moines. A classified sale notice for a Lincoln Terrace lot follows.
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