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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1917
Page
4
Mischa Elman headlines a second state appearance at Fairfield as grounds are prepared for the Chautauqua evening. Local crowds await the famed violinist known for a storied career and renowned concert tours.
Tonight features Mischa Elman with a grand concert by The Kitties Band at Fairfield Chautauqua Park. An opening day program includes an auto parade from Public Square to the park and calls to order, with local telephones listed for contact. Several large tents are delayed due to a shipping error, expected soon.
Fragmentary notice lists numerous individuals and organizations including Elizabeth Heaton, Fairfield Daily Journal, Parsons College, Presbyterian Church, Mrs. Alice B. Booker, G. A. R., W. R. C., Carrie Stever, J. D. Hausman, and others amid a bustle of activities and refreshments noted at 9 to 11 and various page references.
A Sunday School picnic led by Mrs H C Davis at Chautauqua Park brought sixteen children to games and treats. Elizabeth and Margar et Black of Creston visited town as guests of honor. Florence Roth to host Parsons College graduates dinner at 6 pm at her East Burlington home. Mayme Wells hosted twelve ladies Saturday evening at her West Washington street residence. Mrs Wayne Harris to host Neighborhood Club on Thursday at East Hempstead street.
Local residents share travels and visits from Columbus Ohio to Mt Pleasant. Announcements note a son born to Mr and Mrs Kurtz of Geneva on August 8 with Mrs Kurtz's mother visiting from the city. Various locals are visiting friends and relatives in nearby towns and attending the Chautauqua and the Parson Class reunion of 1912.
Town column lists items for sale and trade including five touring Fords and a roadster plus 15 other makes and 1690 used tires and tubes by South Ottumwa Wrecking Co at 241 243 South Ward Ottumwa. Also hens and a rooster, a jewel gas range, a showcase, trade offers for land, and a range of used typewriters from American Writing Machine Co. with terms and catalogue request.
Two unfurnished rooms available to rent. Contact number 1439. Furnished rooms in a modern house at 404 West Broadway call 1455. Two large furnished sleeping rooms at 305 West Hempstead street contact 4750. Modern flat near the square priced at $12.50 by E. R. Smith phone Tbs 64.
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