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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1918
Page
7
Miss Frances Pierson returns home to Libertyville while David Roth visits Hedrick with his sister. Several families report influenza illness and Christmas travel from West Broadway to Des Moines Fulton Atchison and Donnelly. Veterans and relatives receive word of promotions and discharges as kin journey to Centerville Polo and Ottumwa for seasonal visits and burials.
A sailor writes from a hospital aboard after a month at sea detailing his voyage across the Atlantic. He mentions feeling well though hospitalized, missing meals, and hopeful for a safe return voyage. He notes scenery around the area and signs off wishing good health to his family.
Major J and Fred Clarke record October through November in a Red Cross hospital near Paris. They describe wounds, operations, and the mood as Germany nears surrender and peace looms. They note Allied gains, the expected end, and reflections on rebuilding, with vivid scenes of nurses, soldiers, and ruins.
T. E. McLean offers engraved Christmas Cards suitable for gifts or remembrance. Readily available in a broad selection to fit various tastes and occasions.
Having been honorably discharged from the service, Sgt Wilbur BP Keesey offers to welcome all old students and any new ones who wish to study. Phone the college office for details.
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