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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1917
Page
2
The article outlines civilian flag etiquette, stressing the canton at the top, no flag below another, and no salute for nonofficial displays. It notes raising to the top before dawn and lowering at sunset, half mast only for official mourning, and continuous flying on inaccessible staff as acceptable.
Edmund C. Genet, an American aviator and descendant of a French minister under Washington, is reported as the first American to die in France while fighting under the U S flag. He was killed near towns in escorting Sergeant Raoul Lufber. Genet resided in Ossining N Y and was famed for his daring flying and cheery spirit.
Robert H Hall of Newcastle Indiana a second lieutenant in Company M First Infantry Indiana national guard was sentenced to 20 years imprisonment in Leavenworth penitentiary after a San Antonio Texas court martial on charges including bigamy desertion forgery and embezzlement the sentence was approved by President Wilson.
Dr Joy gave a fine musical program after an address at the Methodist church drawing a crowded crowd. The evening featured whistling piano singing and character sketches showcasing his versatility. The final talk of the series titled Training by the Art of Suggestion will conclude the campaign tonight.
The Ottumwa Courier reports a study on soy bean as human food with a potential test in Ottumwa. The Social Service bureau secured about a peck through the federal agricultural department, and The Samuel Mahon Co. seeks quotations while the Ottumwa Domestic Science Club and Miss Florence Imlay plan demonstrations. The bean, small and pea shaped, enlarges when cooked and resembles a lima bean served. It is known as soya bean and stock pea, native to Japan, Indo China and Java, with strong soil and climate suitability. The plant is an erect annual two to three feet tall with broad pods containing two to five seeds.
Mrs. H. H. Moyer left this afternoon for Marshalltown for a visit. She will then travel to Wyoming in May to manage farm interests. Mrs. Chas Lingren of Burlington is visiting Mrs. C. W. Hotz.
J F Teal sues Rock Island railroad with trial held today jury sworn at 2 pm. Eleven jurors named. case cites four steer deaths and other damages claimed from steer herd raced before C R I & P trains.
Notice is given that an instrument purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of Arminda Barrier is on file in Jefferson County Clerk Court. A probate proceeding and final hearing are set for April 30 1917 at 2 00 pm in the April term of the district court.
Parsons College notes three players have enlisted in the U S Army including next year’s football captain Russell and teammates Gantz and Whitaker. They drill under ex lieutenant R D Erickson with guidance from Lloyd K Faulkner and Reverend Watson. The unit plans a large flag staff at the Chapel triangle and a benefit concert by the Glee Club to help with expenses.
James vs Clark verdict favors Clark. Jury agreed at 7 o clock last night. Case involves payment on a note and the jury ruled in favor of the defendant.
Short white ready-made curtains feature a colored border priced at 98c. The listing highlights simple home decor items and a low price point for quick purchase.
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