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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1917
Page
8
A historical report notes the loss of an American liner to submarine action, with casualties and details of wartime naval engagements. The item highlights the peril faced by civilian ships in the maritime theater and the broader impact on transatlantic shipping.
Washington reports General Venustiano Carranza has written to neutral nations proposing joint action to halt export of foodstuffs and munitions to belligerents. The note appeals to Pan American states may impact war, with some suspects of German influence in Mexico and possible pro German leanings if U S hostilities grow.
Des Moines Iowa February 18 George Almond aged seventy two insurance solicitor for Royal Union Mutual Life shot himself in his sick bed after suffering ill health and financial reverses from attacks by Mexican bandits on his estate in Mexico. Almond had the revolver hidden from his wife who was elsewhere in the house. He came to Des Moines four months ago from Kansas City. Two sons strive to salvage what remains of the property in Mexico from bandits.
Two seamen aboard the Morm Castle report a German submarine entered Los Palmas harbor on Dec. 6 and torpedoed the Greek steamer Spyros. They say the ship was towed into a Spanish port and later destroyed after a forty hour ultimatum.
New York on February 13 reports widespread debate over whether Miss Geraldine Farrar showed unpatriotic sentiment by not standing during The Star Spangled Banner. Farrar, private name Mrs Lou Teillegen, is said to anticipate a notable event soon.
Chicago market reports show hog receipts at 72 000 with light shipping at 12 20 to 12 50 and heavy packing up to 12 50 plus. cattle receipts 21 000 with steers 10 75 to 11 50 cows 7 65 to 8 40 and prime dealers 12 25 to 14 00. East Buffalo quotes hogs 12 00 to 13 20 and lambs up to 15 60 while veals reach 16 00 with butter eggs and potatoes also listed.
Libertyville and surrounding towns host a string of visits and greetings. Guests include Mr. and Mrs. B Newman of Edgerton Wisconsin and Mr and Mrs Tom Newman among others. Henry Wolff remains critically ill. Mrs Raymond Scovel is under care after two weeks of illness. The W F M S plans a Tuesday meeting with missionary Mrs Pointer and Rev Caughlin in attendance.
John Briggs of Lockridge visited the city yesterday. Mrs. Ray Hemmings travels to Albia for a short stay with friends. Harve McCreery of Abingdon is in the city on business. Mrs. Walter Matlock of Eldon visits her mother Mrs. Florence Garber while Mr. Matlock moves to Centerville this week. B. F. Raines heads to Florida for an extended stay. Stephen Angstead dies Feb 8 at Mr. Pleasant. age 64. brother of Hiram Angstead of this city. E G Fligg leaves for a Chicago business trip. Roscoe Emry of Ottumwa visits 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 J F Ready to lecture, Experiences on the Border, Feb 14 at St Marys for Catholic Ladies Aid Society. admission and refreshments. public invited.
First class residence properties and building lots offered for sale by Wm I Long. Landology magazine on land situation offers three months free subscription to readers. respond by mailing Landology and details to Land Co Marinette Wisconsin. Also eighty acres for sale near Four Corners with contact Ernest Sandblom Hannah Sandblom or phone 2692.
A special meeting for all Sunday School leaders in Jefferson county is set for Thursday at 7:30 PM at the English Lutheran church in Fairfield. Walter Hutton of Des Moines, field worker for the Iowa State Sunday School Association, will present a plan to greatly strengthen every Sunday School in the county. Everyone is urged to attend and engage with the State Association work.
A compact piece critiquing fathers expectations and sons carrying burdens beyond their fathers, noting editors should trim excess. The verse uses dialect to lampoon generational pressure and editorial temper.
Fire department seeks return of a weed chain tightener found on a fire truck during this morning run. The item consists of four springs and a chain. Please bring it to the Fire Department.
Help wanted notice seeks a girl or woman for general housework with the ability to return home at night. Apply by phone at 2621.
FOR RENT The west half of the Coffin property opposite The Orpheum six rooms See Harry Smith 139.
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