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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1918
Page
6
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In Ottumwa Federal Court Saturday Zene Robinson was released for lack of evidence after being held on charges of speaking against the government. Nick Elmore, of near Pleasant Plain, appeared for failing to register for military service, posted bond, and awaits trial Tuesday at 2 PM with Atty J A Huglin of Ottumwa defending.
Washington June 8 The selective service act was upheld as constitutional by the Supreme Court. The government’s claim that Congress power to declare war includes forcing citizens into military service at home and abroad was sustained unanimously by Chief Justice White.
Fairfield business men plan a Thursday banquet at Elks hall served by South Side Bridge club volunteers in Red Cross uniforms. Proceeds aid the Red Cross with menu including Swiss steak and pumpkin pie. Prof. O. E. Klingaman of Iowa State University will give the principal address, with a large Washington delegation invited.
Washington January 8 1920 Director General of Railroads McAdoo designates next week as national freight clearance week to ease railroad congestion. He seeks cooperation from governors city officials boards of trade and shippers organizations to minimize car delays and maximize loaded shipments.
Hamburg runs without street lighting at night due to coal shortage halting gas and electric output. Amsterdam dispatch reports the city, Germanys second largest, faces powered blackout as energy reserves dwindle.
The article notes Loyal Women's Bible class and Daughters of the American Revolution meetings with time changes and dues vote. Health club and Fancy Work Circle gatherings announced, plus the marriage of John W. Cremer and Miss Helen V. Alfred at the Methodist parsonage. G A R and W R C plan a joint installation with an oyster supper and guest list.
About twenty youths in Libertyville conducted a wartime protest targeting Mayor John Glotfelty and Isaac Newland for not supporting the Red Cross Y M C A and Liberty Loans. Homes were daubed with paint and Red Cross symbols, with placards urging action before a second visit. Sheriff’s Office was alerted but unavailable.
Washington considers compulsory food conservation with meatless and wheatless days. Legislation would enforce rationing and other controls after voluntary efforts failed to meet overseas needs. The Food Administration reports enemy agents openly resist and sabotage the conservation campaign.
The Woodman Circle schedules a gathering Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock in the Fraternal Aid hall. The event invites members and interested community attendees to join the session.
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