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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1917
Page
8
Fire department rushed to the Frank Higby residence on West Madison Street after a flue fire sparked falling embers on the roof. The crew extended hoses but no water was needed as flames did not spread.
Wedding bells rang on Sunday January 14 at 1 30. Burl Turner of Bloomington Illinois and Rachel Baker of Fairfield were quietly married at the residence of Mrs Waker. Rev B F Hubbard officiated with only necessary witnesses present. A two course dinner followed and many friends extended congratulations.
Public sale of real estate and stock on the W Schafer farm near Yeo and Pleasant Plain on January 17, 1917 at 10 a.m. The 205 acre farm, two parcels, includes good improvements and running water, with livestock, grain, and implements listed. Terms require cash under $10, balance by bankable note at seven percent. sale conducted by McNarlen Realty Co Keota auctioneers J. J. Kyle clerk. Lunch by Ladies' Aid.
The funeral for Mildred Fredrick twelve daughter of Mr and Mrs Clyde Fredrick was held today at 2 30 pm at the Methodist church with the local minister in charge. She died Saturday morning at home after a illness lasting weeks. She is survived by her parents two sisters Bonnie and Marjorie. The notice also mentions Civicization tickets at the Orpheum and a 25 cent supper at the Presbyterian church Thursday evening from to o'clock.
A community fund drive gathers over one hundred dollars through popular subscription to aid H. S. Carpenter after a fire damaged his home Saturday morning. Neighbors show strong spirit as donations come in.
A memorial style welcome song honors returning soldiers with chorus lines and patriotic imagery. The page also lists multiple classified ads for calves, houses, a residence property, and farm exchanges with prices and contact details. Local names include Lincoln Hudgell, W.D. Garmoe & Son, Mrs S J Morris, A J Smith, and A M KAUFFMAN.
WANTED By Wednesday noon 85 dressed rabbits. Contact E M Bell at 111 W or call phone 1192. WANTED Practical nursing inquire 1102 South Second Street or phone 3718 Mrs Irene Humphreys 105.
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