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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1917
Page
4
A British press summary notes that a U S liner was torpedoed and sunk with loss of guns aboard, as U S military claims indicate submarines attacked transatlantic shipping. The report cites maritime records and statements from naval authorities.
General Carranza, head of the Mexican fleet, calls neutral nations to prohibit exporting foodstuffs and munitions to warring powers. He appeals mainly to Pan American countries, warning they could be drawn into war and need sustenance and arms. Some officials see German influence behind the move.
Des Moines Iowa February 12 George Almond 72 an insurance solicitor for Royal Union Mutual Life killed himself with a bullet through the head detailing ill health and financial reverses from depredations by Mexican bandits on his estate in Mexico Almond had the revolver hidden in a sick bed unknown to his wife who was in another part of the house He came here four months ago from Kansas City Two sons strive to save the remaining property in Mexico from bandits.
Two seamen aboard the Morm Castle report a German submarine penetrated Los Valmas harbor to torpedo and sink the Greek steamer Spyros on December 6. Spyros was towed to a Spanish port after being torpedoed. the U boat allegedly entered the harbor and warned the captain to abandon ship within forty hours before destruction.
Public outcry follows claims that soprano Geraldine Farrar did not rise for The Star Spangled Banner during a New York appearance. The singer, known privately as Mrs Lou Teilegen, is said to be awaiting a notable personal event soon.
Chicago live stock receipts 72 000 hogs priced light to heavy 12.25 12.50 and 9.95. cattle receipts 21 000 with steers 10.75 11.50 cows 7.65 8.40 and butcher values 13.25 14.00. butter eggs and potatoes quoted with assorted firsts and storage prices. East Buffalo quotes cattle 50 cars higher. hogs 40 cars heavy to Yorkers 12.00 13.20. lambs 15.40 15.60 yearlings 13.50 14.50. wethers 12.00 12.50. ewes 11.00 11.50. veals 16.00.
Local households reported numerous visitors and gatherings. Relatives from Edgerton and Stockport joined the Workman family for dinner while others traveled from Leon Ottumwa Fairfield and Ames. Updates include visits by J W Hurst Abe Williams and Mrs Williams plus a M E church meeting planned for February 13.
John Briggs of Lockridge was in the city yesterday. Mrs. Ray Hemmings travels to Al bia for a few days visit. Harve McCreery of Abingdon is in the city on business. Mrs. Walter Matlock of Eldon visits her mother Mrs. Florence Garber as Mr. Matlock moves to CenterVille. B. F. Raines heads to Florida for a time. Stephen Angstead died Feb 8 near Pleasant Plain at 64. brother of Hiram Angstead. KE Fligg leaves for Chicago on business. Roscoe Emry of Ottumwa visited the city. Hawk Eye Rebekah Lodge No. 386 meets tonight. Mr. and Mrs. X. Nady return from Ottumwa. Mr. and Mrs. Ira Hadley of Richland visit here. Major JF Ready to lecture Experiences on the Border at St. Marys Feb 14 for Catholic Ladies Aid Society. Admission and refreshments. Public invited.
The notice advertises first class residences and building lots for sale by Wm. L. Long and promotes Landology a magazine on Wisconsin land deals with a three month free subscription. Also lists an eighty acre property near Four Corners with contact Ernest Sandblom Hannah Sandblom and phone number 2692 218 for details.
Jefferson county hosts a special Sunday school meeting Thursday at 7 30 in the English Lutheran church Fairfield. Walter Hutton of Des Moines will discuss a plan to strengthen every Sunday School in the county and connect with the Iowa State Sunday School Association. All Superintendents teachers officers workers and pastors invited. George Stephenson county secretary.
A humorous column laments fathers underperforming expectations, noting sons must outpace dad’s loads. The piece plays with dialect and teasing tone about editors clipping hot material, urging sharper wit.
A weed chain tightener formed of four springs and a chain went missing from the fire department during this morning's run. Finder should return it to the Fire Department.
Classified note seeks a girl or woman for general housework who will go home at night. Contact by phone at 2621.
Classified notice seeks rental of six room unit on the west half of the Coffin property opposite The Orpheum. Inquiries directed to Harry Smith at 139.
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