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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1918
Page
2
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Washington dispatch reports 1,848 Tuscania survivors named with about 225 more unlisted. Among the missing 133 estimate, 38 are from Wisconsin and three states have one or more missing. Wisconsin had six missing in the Twentieth Engineers and 32 in the Thirty-second division. Minnesota totals include foresters from the Twentieth Engineers. Des Moines dispatch notes a Webster City man previously imprisoned.
A batch of early 20th century party notices announces candidates for Republican nomination. Walter Haus seeks Sheriff, Banford Zeigler Jr for Clerk of Court, A C Turner for County Auditor, Verne Samuelson for County Recorder, Leggett for County Attorney, M Olga Raines for County Recorder.
The notice lists R. H. Spence as a candidate for Clerk of Court and a Democrat seeking the nomination for County Treasurer. George M. Ball also appears as a candidate, all subject to Democratic voters’ approval at the June 3rd primary.
A large audience gathered at the high school this afternoon for a lecture and mass meeting under the United States Food Administration. The event drew many attendees from the surrounding county and featured remarks on wartime food programs and security.
The event began with a short concert by the Fairfield Iowa band guiding the crowd to the high school. Speakers led by John B. Lord of New York arrived in the city this forenoon for the gathering.
The fourth annual county engineers convention and road school meet in Ames February 26 27 28. Topics include federal air projects high costs and scarcity of labor and materiel for highway work. Speakers from other states discuss road and bridge building challenges.
Washington notes ships as war’s main factor and urges enrollment of 250 000 volunteers this week. State and federal authorities coordinate shipping efforts through a national service plan, with deferments and regulations shaping enlistment and industrial labor.
Federal order stricts enforcement of vice laws in Chicago as 600 suspected criminals are detained. Over 200 men and women were arrested in the drive, with raids on disordered houses, flats, and hotels. Prisoners are turned over to officials for processing.
Society notes report Miss Burl Fleming will entertain the Young Ladies and Young Men's class of the Christian church Thursday evening at her West Harrison street home, instead of Tuesday as announced. The Camp Fire Girls met at Cleo Pence’s West Hempstead street home with a patriotism themed ceremonial and no refreshments. Mrs. Bates hosted guests at West Jackson street last evening in honor of Mrs. Shugman and Mrs. McClure of Abingdon Illinois with games, music and refreshments. The Camp Fire Girls plan a Valentine party Friday night at Ruth Bradshay’s home with each member inviting one friend.
A large Loyalty meeting for workers and employers is planned at the Armory Friday at 8 p.m. It is sponsored by the American Alliance of Labor and Democracy, founded in part by Samuel Gompers, aligning with a national Loyalty Week. Principal speaker will be Hon. John T. Clarkson of Albia with Judge Seneca Cornell among others and a musical program.
Fairfield Lodge No 629 hosts an unusual Thursday evening program at the north side hall. Newton Beers presents his powerful biblical monologue The Shepherd and the King depicting the life of Jonathan and David under King Saul. Endorsements from prominent Masons vouch for the merit of the entertainment.
The Philothea Bible class will meet at Mrs W R Keesey 206 West Briggs for a Smile Party. The Brotherhood Bible class gathers at 7 30 pm in the minister's study for a crucial business and social meeting. Neighborhood prayer meetings are planned with leaders at eight homes and a final gathering in the minister's study.
Thomas Lynn of Pleasant Plain is in the city today for business. He is meeting with local officials and planning activities tied to his professional interests. The visit is described as routine and focused on immediate business matters.
State of Iowa Jefferson county es to the heirs at law of Margaret Kennedy deceased and all persons whom it may concern. There is on file in the Clerk of the District Court Jefferson county Iowa the final report of W J Kennedy Administrator of the estate and the petition for discharge and release of securities. The report will be heard February 13 1918 at Fairfield Jefferson county Iowa. You may appear and object if you desire. 14: Feb 5 12.
Notice states a K ef P lodge meeting this week due to fuel scarcity. Also advertises a 26 acre property within a mile of Eldon depot with a good house and small barn for sale as a bargain in 10 days. Contact 709 South Third Street. Also loan offer of $97 on improved city property by Thoma Thoma at 804.
EH Bluntley of Davenport and T Moore of Libertyville visited the city on business today and yesterday. Miss Virginia Bevering travels to visit her sister Mrs Willard Whitaker. Fire crews responded to Harvey Maxwell home on 1st Washington Street after a short circuit caused smoke but no damage thanks to quick department arrival.
Rome reports Gen. Luigi Cadorna is removed from the interallied supreme war council and placed at the war minister's disposal as Gen. Carlo Porro and Gen. Luigi Capello are also summoned to Rome. The move follows the Isonzo debacle and shifts responsibility away from Cadorna and his former senior aides.
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