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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1918
Page
2
Inaccurate OCR shows a postal notice from Fair aid with subscription terms and prices. It mentions carrier Bee Week Lee PeeeT Teee and several monthly rates in advance, with a note about mail matter of the Sec and a post office entry.
Two Fairfield men Floyd V. Goodman and Joseph Za Harris departed this morning on No 3 to Des Moines for auto repair training at a Des Moines college. Five more men left this afternoon on No 5 for Ames to study auto mechanics at Ames College after reporting to the Exemption board and being sworn in. The afternoon group includes James Harold Zeigler George N Light Carl W Hartman Vincent R Shalongski and Elbert E Calhoun.
Mrs Joseph Wilson hosted the R N A at her country home west of town with lodge colors and a lawn picnic at 12 30. Miss Ethel Roth announced her engagement to Albert Hayes of Chicago, with a wedding planned for Wednesday August 28. Mrs T M Grant will host an all day lodge meeting August 27 at her home. Florence Jones Bessie Jones and Mrs W H Niebert hosted a tea at the Jones home on West Broadway.
In a note relayed through a diplomatic channel, King George of England communicates with President Wilson. The message discusses British naval power, alliance intentions, and a desire to coordinate with the United States and other powers to shape policy amid the European conflict. The King expresses gratitude for Wilson's reply and reiterates the aim of joint efforts with Britain to safeguard national interests.
Senator Lewis travels to Europe on a government mission with arrival reported safely in Northport. The dispatch cites officials and notes the mission aims to advance diplomatic or policy objectives for the United States.
A Presbyterian church hosts a musical pageant and living pictures this evening at 8 o'clock. Attendance aimed at community enjoyment with performances by local volunteers.
Jefferson county and all Iowa youths who turned 21 since June 5 will register for military service on August 24 under the selective draft. Des Moines estimates 3,600 to 3,800 new registrants in Iowa, with 50 to 75 percent likely eligible for class 1. Washington has yet to specify September calls. The August 24 registration order arrived at the Adjutant General’s office with no delays anticipated.
Pupils of Prof James P Moorhead will perform in a summer term recital in his studio tomorrow evening at 7 30. The public is cordially invited to attend a local music event under a noted instructor.
The House Ways and Means Committee pushes a war revenue bill totaling eight billion dollars adding a ten dollar annual tax on occupations and professions not exempt, plus a 25 dollar levy on wholesale businesses with high receipts. Exemptions for farmers teachers and clergy remain debated as McAdoo to testify on excess profits tax and other levies. The plan includes a 10 percent levy on stock brokers and a 16 percent tax on jewelers’ sales, with ongoing fights over exemptions and coverage.
Keosauqua native Terrence Black, serving in France, writes home of his wound and loss of both legs after tetanus infection following a 15 July injury. His father William Black and community learn of the tragedy as Terrence says he has done his bit and hopes to return home.
The Old Settlers committee voted to hold a one day Old Settlers celebration on September 12 inviting Ottumwa packing house employees for a joint picnic in Fairfield. Some 2000 workers and families will bring meals and take part in sports while Old Soldiers reunions also occur with about 300 veterans expected from fifty miles. A program committee led by E. R. Smith and S. Crane will finalize plans in days ahead.
A blaze struck Ocean View near Norfolk after eight miles from the city. The Ocean View hotel and nearby park buildings were damaged as fire crews battled flames with a bucket brigade and hired jackets. No fatalities reported.
Paris dispatch quotes Deputy Maurice Damont claiming President Wilson plans a trip to Europe. The Journal notes no prior travel while in office and cites officials disputing any imminent departure.
Paul Simith of Lockrige visits Woodstock with Mrs. Joseph Bucher and daughter. They left yesterday for a visit with relatives in Woodstock, Ml.
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