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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1917
Page
2
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A Private in Hospital Unit KR VA writes from Atlanta of Christmas offerings for service members, civilian meals provided by locals, and a detailed full day schedule of drills, chores, and duties at Fort Meade. He notes six o'clock dinners, calls to colors, and plans for a Victrola to lift spirits.
The Merrimac bridge dispute ends with an arbitration board selecting John F. Webber of Ottumwa as the third member. The award accepts by the contractor and the Supervisors. Ottumwa Supply and Construction Co. forfeits its $600 penalty but receives salvage from the original contract.
Fairfield Merchants association hosts a Thursday banquet inviting Washington businessmen. A large delegation from the adjoining county is expected as programs are arranged by Secretary Roy Emry and the special committee. Further program details will be announced soon.
Mrs Roy Smith is in serious condition at her home one mile south of Abingdon after taking an overdose of quieting medicine Saturday forenoon. She had been in poor health and her mind was affected. Her husband and children were away. she was found unconscious and regained consciousness the next day. The family had moved back to Abingdon from North Dakota recently for her health and she was taken to Jefferson County Hospital.
An upcoming social calendar lists a masquerade dance at Yeoman hall with music by the Frank Dance orchestra from nine to twelve. Invitations are limited but prior masquerade invitees may attend, and a W R C meeting is scheduled at the Court house tomorrow night.
Mary Cochran and Guy McCormick of Fairfield wed yesterday at two o clock at the Methodist parsonage with Rev. Keesey officiating. The couple will reside on the groom’s farm east of the city. Mrs Cochran is a clerk at Hufstedier Baker. The notice also mentions a White Rose Club event at Fraternal Aid hall and a dinner hosted by Anton Carlson with several relatives visiting Fairfield. Money to Loan on Improved City Property-Thoma & Thoma.
Louis Kennedy visited Des Moines with friends on Saturday. Miss Ella Woodford and Mrs. Chas Woodford of Brighton called on friends in the city. Mr. and Mrs. O E Kirby and son Jack spent yesterday with relatives in Ottumwa. Mrs. Kirby and son remained for a longer visit. Ruth Selby visited friends in town en route to Osceola after Eldon visits. HW D Myrick and three sons left for Square Butte Montana after weeks with Mr. and Mrs Henry Pierson. Sergi John J Frasher returned to Camp Dodge after days with his parents. Miss Mary Snook returned to Fairfield after a week with her mother. Wendell Clotfelty returned to Great Lakes Training School after a two week furlough. KE F Tyrell and daughter Ruth left for Cedar Rapids before returning to Oxford Junction. Charles White will move to Rock Island for a new Arsenal position. Dr W J Schade and Mrs Schade, after visiting Mrs Kate Me Clain, went to Chicago for a week before returning to Lancaster Wisconsin.
Extreme cold kept crowds away from the armory sale in Jefferson County last Saturday. Proceeds of 12.05 will fund comfort kit supplies for National Army troops heading to Camp Dodge. Organizers hope for another auction when weather improves and country sellers can attend.
Government agents raid the I. W. W. headquarters in Chicago led by Hinton G. Clabaugh seizing inflammatory literature and papers alleged to show large contributions to the organization funds.
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