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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1909
Page
9
A reminiscence in rustic dialect about Christmas lore and Santa Claus told by a narrator recalling childhood on Christmas Eve. The piece blends memory with old folk storytelling and a child’s awe of Santa arriving with gifts.
John Wolf, a farm hand from LeMars Iowa, died of gunshot injuries after a gun discharged while he talked with his employer. The wound tore his right ear and damaged his face. he lingered four days. His parents reside in Baxter Indiana, and his body was shipped there for burial.
In Council Bluffs Iowa on December 15 two brothers Henry and Oliver Kurtz died within hours after drinking wood alcohol. Oliver 24 worked at a candy factory. Henry left a widow and five children. Police doubt Oliver stole liquor from the candy house but believe he knew where the poison was kept.
Marshal Campbell received word that a man passed a raised check at a company store in Albia and boarded a Burlington train headed toward Illinois. The marshal intercepted Burlington No. 6 near Mt. Pleasant, captured a man named Charles Rhodes of Peoria, and brought him back to the city for detention.
Mrs S A Moore is ill with typhoid fever and her mother-in-law comes from Mina to help. Rosalie Heston from Batay visits grandparents Mr and Mrs Stansberry. Mabel Greeson, Will Greeson’s daughter, listed as sick. Pleasant Grove Sunday School plans a Christmas Eve entertainment. Mr and Mrs W Holcomb relocate to Fairfield. W I C meets with Mrs Hudgell the first Thursday in January.
New York report reveals Mrs. Mary Brokaw sues W. Gould Brokaw at Mineola for separation with alimony of 50000 dollars annually. A telegram from Brokaw to his mother-in-law claims he decided to sue after a house party the prior Sunday featuring six guests and disputed proprieties including private room access.
Fred Peterson also called Freda Chellis wounded his wife as she prepared to leave him and then shot himself. Both are in critical condition. The wife says they were not legally married. The incident occurred as she packed her trunk at an offer home.
A store promotes its latest season treats including Candied Cherries Nut Meats English style Wafers and knick knacks. Connecticut Sealships Oysters are sold as solid meats suitable for frying.
A ten round fight is scheduled for Monday night December 20 at 10 p m. between Cook Fulton and Private Barker. Fulton is managed by Private Johnson Barker by Private Valentine. Captain Moore serves as referee.
Five copies of the Heavy Boundary directory remain with C E Prather at the Ledger office. A few paper bound directories will be disposed of at 1.50 dollars each. Call for details.
Leave orders with W F Berring for your magazine subscriptions. He will be responsible for all renewal and delivery details.
Spence's Roller Skating Rink will stay open after 7:30 p m with sessions running until 10 p m on select holidays.
Piano tuning notice states the tuner will return this week. Orders may be left at Baker's music store or Leggett House with S J Eisenhart.
The Lyric invites guests to view nightly picture changes, charging 10 cents for entry. Patrons are told that new images rotate each evening, offering affordable entertainment.
The rink will be open starting Tuesday night from 7 30 to 10 00. Local officials urge skaters to follow posted hours and safety guidelines while enjoying possible nightly sessions.
R. H. Spence's Roller Skating Rink will be open Tuesday night December 14 from 7 30 to 10 p m and will stay open every night through the holidays offering continued skating sessions.
The lyric describes a change of program as the place to enjoy a good show. It emphasizes a lively performance scene and invites audiences to experience entertainment.
The Lyric presents an opening night performance this evening at 7 30. Tickets are available at the box office and outlets.
The Lyric hosts opening night show at 7:30 with doors opening at 7 for attendees. The brief notes the event time and venue.
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