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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1919
Page
2
The notice lists subscription terms for Miversa by Carrierime Week and Maree Months with three months in advance options. It shows prices of 12.60 and 1.50 per unit and mentions a 1.26 figure, indicating prepaid rates or discounts. The chaotic OCR yields unclear spacing and typos but preserves the pricing structure for different subscription periods.
President Wilson, speaking at the White House, praised prompt modification of the peace treaty by the German National Assembly and urged resuming trade with the associated nations to help meet reparations. He favored keeping American troops on the Rhine until German compliance and delivery of treaty materials. He said the League of Nations covenant would appear in all Versailles treaties and backed a credit-based European reconstruction strategy. He noted France protection under the German pact and expected a two-thirds Senate vote for ratification reservations.
Vienna reports a major battle in eastern Galicia ongoing for days between Ukrainian forces under General Grekow and two Polish armies. Ukrainians are said to have repelled attacks on the Ziota Lipa and Naraguvka rivers and are now pushing Polish troops from Brody Tarnopol and Stanislau. Polish and Romanian units are described as reinforced, with Zeligovski commanding sees.
Evangelistic gathering scheduled for Sunday night at the ME Chasch venue, expected to draw attendees from the community seeking inspirational talks and spiritual outreach.
David B. Cassat announced that the Headquarters Company of the Fourth Regiment organized here has been federally recognized as of June 21, 1919. Cassat also received recognition as captain in an order from Adjutant General Louis G. Lasher, raising the likelihood that the Regimental headquarters will be located here. He seeks experienced men for key positions in the headquarters company.
County Clerk Sanford Zeigler Jr reports that the Explosive Regulation Act has been repealed by Congress. Licenses are no longer required for purchasing or using explosives. The change took effect on July 1.
A small audience attended the Parsons College Conservatory Summer School recital at Barhydt Chapel. The program featured vocal, piano, violin, and organ numbers by students including Ferol Van Dorin, Vivian Begeman, and Katherine Davis, with pieces by Mendelssohn, Wieniawski, Grieg, and others.
Miss Alberta Hoagland of this city and Edgar L. Allender of Waterloo wed Thursday at Ottumwa Presbyterian parsonage. The couple, accompanied by Miss Minta Hoagland and Mr and Mrs J W Van Tassell and Maurine, left for Waterloo to start married life. Mrs. Allender, daughter of Mr and Mrs H C Hoagrant, has long worked as a trimmer at the Fair Department store. Mr. Allender is with the Moline Tractor Company. Friends extend best wishes. Also, Wesleyan Bible Class picnic at John Gow home near the city attracted about sixty members with a noon dinner. Luth Erd L P C classes were entertained at the Hughlin home, with seventy attending and toasts afterwards. Surprise guests Miss Reva Elder and J A Huglin presented souvenir spoons. Idaho to Sell 69000 Acres of Land. Boise, Idaho, July 11. Nearly 69000 acres of state lands will be sold by the state land department within 60 days, including 46000 acres in southern Idaho and 22000 acres in north Idaho.
Miss Ina Gantz stays with sister Mrs. Roy Gravel in Muncatine. Funeral arrangements pending for Mrs. H. F. Atchison who died yesterday at her daughter's home, Mrs. R. B. Gobble. Rov. Atchison expected to arrive this evening. Mrs. Caroline Baggs, treated for a broken hip, returns home on East Burlington. Mr. and Mrs. C. Radley and Walter depart tomorrow for a two week visit with relatives in Peoria County and other Illinois locales.
Sub-Lieutenant Jean Navarre, one of France's top fighter aces, was killed when his aircraft fell near Versailles and he died shortly after.
Miss Jane Addams of Chicago, president of the International Congress of Women for Permanent Peace, arrived in Berlin on July 11. Her visit marks an ongoing effort to promote international cooperation and pacifist aims through the congress activities.
Sunday morning at the M E church will feature Sticking to the Qid Car and Bundey night with One Lover at a Time as the program. Church services announce two topics for the day including a morning talk and an evening event.
The "Big Swede" and his trainer Prof Mountain plan a short rounds exhibition Sunday in the musical ring at the M. E. Church.
Notice of found automobile on college road. Owner may claim by identifying and paying for this ad. Phone 2663, 580.
Hear Prof Mountain and the Big Swede team perform in song at the M E church Sunday as part of a local musical gathering.
New London Iowa July 11 Mr Hunt manager of the Fairfield Glove and Mitten factory was in New London Thursday and completed arrangements to take over the Cotton Flannel Glove and Mitten factory formerly owned by J E Peterson Manufacturing Co. The factory has been closed almost two years. Its resumption will be good news to the citizens as about 40 people are employed at good wages. Operations will be resumed next week.
Carl and Glenn Rupp stay with their grandmother in Fairfield while Paul Sodergren and family visit Mrs. Hannah Sodergren. The Graby property sold to Wm Zurmuehlen. Lockridge school board elects officers George Miller president Henry Danielson secretary R A Linderson treasurer and directors Mickey A J Lewis Lewis Boos and A F Johnson. Chautauqua set for July 28 to 30 in Oscar Peterson pasture east of town. Eunice Hult leaves for Lake Okoboji for summer.
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