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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1918
Page
6
The notice lists subscription terms for WAN TAYLOR with editor manager Lisawee and Wayer Months all subscriptions strictly in advance. The ad indicates pricing around 1.00 per item and emphasizes prepayment.
The fragment notes mail matter processing at the Fairig ig Iowa Post Office under Sec 28 Class, indicating a postal classification entry. It preserves no additional names or dates and reflects a routine postal designation.
A collection of Republican primary candidate notices for Jefferson county office seekers. Names include WM L LONG for State Representative, WALTER HARRIS for Sheriff, U S RITCHER for Sheriff, C E RISTINE for Sheriff, SANFORD ZEIGLER Jr for Clerk of Court, A C TURNER for County Auditor, GEO STEPHENSON for County Auditor, VERN 8 SAMUELSON for County Recorder, R C LEGGETT for County Attorney, M OLGA RAINES for County Recorder, J B TRENT for Supervisor, MU HUMPHREYS for Supervisor, with primary date June 3 191X or 1918 as stated.
Frank P. Mowery seeks renomination in Jefferson County as a Democrat for the Iowa House of Representatives. He urges voters to study his record in the 27th General Assembly and promises loyal support at the June 3, 1918 primary. He adds he will seek the Democratic nomination for Treasurer as well.
Parsons college faculty join the wartime effort as two professors accept overseas service. English head A R Morris will depart for France after the term ends, while History professor Earl Crossman heads to Camp Grant in Georgia to prepare for training camp work. Morris plans a short visit to Camp Dodge for orientation ahead of service.
The government seized the Bosch Magneto plants at Springfield Massachusetts and Plainfield New Jersey. A. M. Palmer alien property custodian will appoint directors to manage operations. The company was found enemy owned with a nominal capital of 75 000 dollars but a reported value around 7 million. Output will support airplane service the navy and other government branches.
Stockholm reports Finland has joined Germany as an enemy and troops with German support crossed the northeastern frontier into Russia. Russian defenders estimated at 12,000 engaged near the railway zone as Finnish aims include annexation toward the White Sea.
President Wilson signed a new spy bill aimed at countering activities of female agents of Germany. The law targets enemy aliens and wives of German subjects and is expected to affect German nationals in the District of Columbia and military zones.
Treasury Department announces the Liberty Bond subscription total up to last night at 1,204,714,250 dollars. Five men killed by auto train collision near Carrollville crossing as Western passenger train struck their vehicle. Local editor appeals civic support for Fairfield's future against "Wide Open" Sundays.
A local candidate, K. H. Spence, declares intent to seek the Democratic nomination for sheriff in the upcoming June primaries. The statement urges voter support and outlines a plan for the office.
The note detailed several homely gatherings last evening across South Main and West Broad Way. The First Methodist choir enjoyed rehearsal and a unique program at Misses Bessie and Florence Jones’s home. Other events include Loyal Woman’s class at the parsonage, Hawkeye Rebekah lodge couples dinner, Westminster Bible class at the Groves home, and W R C hospitality with Red Cross talks and Victrola music.
An editorial urges support for councilmen pursuing a new law despite concerns that it overrules established Fairfield regulations. The piece frames the issue as a test of honest civic backing and discipline in governance.
Subscribers receiving by mail outside Fairfield Rural routes report missing newspapers for weeks. The Journal notes it has paid postage but papers disappear en route. causes including railroad administration are uncertain. The Journal seeks further details from affected readers to address the issue.
A civic column argues that timely actions by city council members can prevent problems, urging residents to support proactive measures. The piece frames urgency in public service and implies upcoming reforms in local governance.
Henry Adkins of South Fifth Street receives a letter from his son Private Benj. F. Adkins serving with Company M, 168th Infantry in France. He reports good health, warm weather, recent packages appreciated, and longing to see family, signing with affection.
A local call to action urges enacting a new Sunday law to protect homes children and the future as venues from shows to billiard halls face potential closure.
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