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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1918
Page
2
Public notice from Waterco at the Fairfield Iowa post office outlines prepaid subscription terms and mail matter status. The clipped text indicates editor and manager markings with prices and advance payment details for subscriptions.
Army General Staff and the Wilson administration back a plan to extend the draft age to nineteen to forty. Leaders in both military committees expect quick action when Congress reconvenes, with debate over a possible forty five year maximum.
Washington reports a doubled special tax on tobacco products including cigarettes and cigars, plus higher duties on brokers and entertainment venues. The move accompanies wartime revenue needs and is framed by committee action to fund government activities.
Eight hundred carpenters in various states begin new talks as demands for higher wages surface. The dispute centers on pay raises and working conditions with contractors offering a small increase. workers observe a planned walkout while awaiting resolutions.
National League notes New York 0 Chicago 4 Brooklyn dominates as Cincinnati and Pittsburgh post scores in 12 innings. American League features Chicago 2 and Detroit 7 amid Boston Cleveland Philadelphia results showcasing tight races and shifts in the standings.
Local retailer Drike Clothing Co offers a zero percent discount on all Summer Odd Pants, advertising a clearance style reduction across inventory. Bold signage promotes the sale to shoppers seeking seasonal wardrobe updates.
Fairfield business men urged the city council to adopt a rule of reason for traffic enforcement. A committee will press for leniency toward first offenses especially for visiting farmers unfamiliar with local laws, while supporting strict enforcement for repeat violations and speeding.
Rome reports brisk local fighting on the Italian front with a reconnoitering party driving back an enemy patrol and taking prisoners in Ledro valley. Austrian forces are said to prepare a counter offensive in Albania with re enforcements under new command.
The document from Onondags declares war against Cer tainy following the seizure and imprisonment of 47 men at a waterfront. It references a treaty with Gen. George Washington and notes authorities will enlist willing citizens to support allies in the conflict.
Fragmentary notice states a submarine victim Wieblestoy died August 2 and a 28 member crew aboard a British steamer was lost near a port after an accident. The report, the first official word since the incident, mentions a United States count and a sudden event.
Fairfield and Jefferson county residents look to attend the Jefferson County Community club picnic at Sloughville school house east of Germanville on Thursday evening August S. The Walnut township Red Cross hosts a 7 30 p m picnic supper with tickets 75 cents in advance from Roy Emry. Children under 12 35 cents. Menu includes Parkerhouse rolls potato salad baked beans banana salad cold sliced beef sliced tomato cherry pie a la mode coffee.
IN SOCIETY sh & 4 Miss Bertha Jones Miss Lucile Douglass and Edward Roth entertain ed a number of hiends in the J E McElderry house on South Main street last evening. The evening was delightfully spent in contests games and dancing. At the close refreshments were served. Mrs Thomas Davies hosted the N I E club yesterday afternoon at her South Main street home with music and fancy work. There will be no more meetings until September. The Christian church Sunday School class taught by Miss Effie Gantz enjoyed a picnic at the George Liblin home south of the city yesterday afternoon with a picnic supper served.
Washington Aug 2 centralization of aircraft production into a new executive department is proposed in a senate bill by Senator New ofTaciana. He says the department of aeronautics would solve wartime difficulties, backed by army officers and Navy board members who testified.
Reduced prices on all summer brits at The Drake Clo. Co. rentals listed include a seven room house on Eght Burlington Street for $39 and a modern four room theater on Powell Street for $14. John H. Fritz advertises a 894 for rent. Also horse for sale and barn teardown offer by J. Farl Abel. One lot of fancy caps sold at special price. Phone and location details noted.
Jefferson County breeders announce a major livestock show the third week in September. The county fair will not be held this year. the fair grounds will host the event. Officers and directors from each township have been named to organize the show, with a meeting slated Saturday evening to finalize plans.
The regular Friday evening street services will be held at No 1 West Van Buren street with Rev. L. E. Kuhns as speaker. No 2 506 East Lowe street features Rev. R. T Butler. No 5 Adams and D street has an unannounced speaker. Two touring cars available for use. volunteers may meet at the Baptist church at 7 30 p m.
Popular Mechanics describes a modern bell replacement using Nerass pipes installed in the belfry. A system of fleeting hammers strikes the pipes via magnets controlled by a simple keyboard, allowing operation from any part of the building. The device promises compact space use and ease of play for those with basic piano skills.
Lightweight Lustre and Mohul coats for men offered at The Drake Clothing Co. Casual outerwear with a focus on comfort and style. Available in limited stock with a focus on modern, casual fashion.
The golf event will be served at six thirty Friday evening.
The Girl's Club of Meyer Chapel announces a food sale to be held Saturday in August at the Orpheum Building. Proceeds support club activities as listed in the classified section.
Paris August 2 Premier Clemenceau's government secured a confidence vote in the chamber of deputies. The ballot stood 312 to 168 in favor. The motion sought to refer a proposed amendment for calling up the 1906 class of recruits.
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