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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1916
Page
6
Carrie Deming former resident died Tuesday evening in Minneapolis after an operation. Funeral services were held in St Paul at her brother C. A. Davis Jr. home. Cremation per her wishes, ashes brought here yesterday and interred at Evergreen cemetery after brief services.
The business men's prayer meeting at Attorney E. R. Smith's office drew a large crowd as B. F. Wnorowski reports on evangelist Peacock urging high standards. The tabernacle service featured testimonies and a large turnout, with 28 people stepping forward for Christ during the invitation.
Fairfield High School honored Sophomore Domestic Science guests and the football team at a dinner led by Miss Reed. Captain Donald Murdock was elected unanimously after speeches by Coach Lang and others praising the team's season and future leadership.
Judge F M Hunter adjourned the District court closing probate and routine matters. Many docketed cases were omitted and new probate actions approved with executors named for several estates including Bates Caldwell Banach Davis Pringle and White.
G Gaumer of West Briggs Street suffered a stroke yesterday morning and is in a serious condition. He has been in poor health and, at 75, his prognosis is cautious as Mrs Gaumer found him unable to speak when checking his bed at about nine o'clock.
Church notes announce Bible school at 9 39 and Sunday school at 9 30. Epworth League at 6 30 with a Monday meeting at 7 30 for members and card signers. Official Board meets at 8 30 with important business. Missionary Conference in Fairfield December 14 17 with speakers Mrs Wells Mrs Silverthorne and Mrs Davis. Factory Night at the tabernacle next Tuesday December 2 features embroidered and crocheted items for Christmas.
Factory Night Four features a quartet performance by workers in overalls, showcasing a factory venue concert with local talent and a communal arts moment. The event highlights group harmony amid workplace settings and community engagement.
Saturday night Mr. Peacock will give a sermon on Hell. Sunday morning and afternoon services for everybody at 10 30 and 2 30. He will also speak on Booze or Hot Shots for the Liquor Bunch. Sunday night services start at 7 30. Come early.
Trustees appoint a committee to lead a campaign for increased endowment at Parsons College. Plans are under review and the effort is expected to show promise. The drive opens with Factory Night at 7 o’clock Tuesday.
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