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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1918
Page
6
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The piece notes Quentin Roosevelt, youngest son of former President Theodore Roosevelt, died in action as an aviator in World War I. It recalls his youth, wartime service, and the public mourning expected from a prominent family, highlighting the personal sacrifices of the Roosevelts and the perils faced by Aaron’s sons in war.
The Bon Het Rouge editor Duval was executed by firing squad in Vincennes for treason against the government. Reports note this as part of a broader crackdown on German propaganda efforts in France during the war. Other convicts include M. Morien and Klawmatie, with trials and punishments continuing into May.
County officials consider replacing the county fair with a livestock and agricultural show to attract state funding and create a worthwhile event. County Agent H. C. Ferguson and local farmers back the plan, with a meeting set at the Armory at 9 p m on Saturday July 12 to discuss details. all interested are invited.
Two more matches of the golf club annual handicap tourney produced tight finishes. Til E Johnson beat Leo D Thoma on the 19th hole after extra time with both players evenly matched. C H Heer defeated F A Spillman in an extra hole, Heer giving Spillman strokes due to differing handicaps.
Mrs. W D Shirk hosted a dinner party for relatives and friends honoring nephews Fred and George Light who will enter service soon. Priot Harry Porter and Nadine Monroe of Clinton wed July 6 at Camp Cody with Chaplain George Fr Jones officiating. White Rose club joined by Mrs Robert Despain and Mrs FW Dies hosted an afternoon gathering. Leo Chapuis and Rahama Jane Hines both 19 20 applied for marriage licenses. guardian consent required due to Chaplain being Spanish and having 60 parents living, Iowa Loan and Trust Co appointed guardian with J S McKenney as company representative.
Bernadetta O'Brien youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs S O'Brien of West Hempstead street died at 3 30 am after months of illness. Born December 2 1895 in St Josephs county Michigan she moved to Iowa in 1898 and graduated Fairfield High School 1914. Survived by parents brothers and sisters including Leo A O'Brien and Victor J O'Brien in service. Funeral plans delayed until mother arrives from Springer New Mexico.
Atlanta shuts down street car service as workers strike over dismissal of union members. Union officials say Georgia Railway and Power Co refused arbitration, halting all city and interurban cars.
With the French Army in France July 17 the Allied resistance to the German offensive has been so strong and German losses so heavy that divisions not to be used until today were forced into the line by noon Monday.
Paris reports a deliberate attack by two German planes on the American Red Cross hospital at Jolly late Monday night. Four bombs were dropped near tents with a large 190 foot cross marking the lawn. witnesses describe repeated passes and precise dropping amid nearby terrain and radio observations.
J E Allender and R S McNurlen proprietors of the Star Garage move from the Vernon blacksmith shop to Burlington street in a larger, better equipped facility. The former Stortz and Taglauer location now houses the Star Garage and offers over twice the floor space to service cars and expand facilities.
The Kaiser the Beast of Berlin is the second appearance of the film in this city. The first showing stirred interest and patriotism to a heat among audiences. Many who saw it before will attend again, and newcomers will find the showing a revelation.
Miss K Carroll of Brighton and Charles Smith of Batavia were in the city today and yesterday. Mrs Claire Robinson of Batavia and Mr and Mrs Frank Gantz with Mrs H C Gantz and daughters of Brookville visited yesterday. Mrs J W Anderson and Cecil of Holdrege Neb are visiting J M Fry home. Army Stewart of Libertyville in the city today. Mrs Henry Stichter of Washington visits her daughter Mrs Cc J Burton. Fred Fry of Chicago and Mrs Cora Harper of Sioux City called here for mother Mrs George R Fry. Mrs Thomas Grant underwent a serious operation in Rochester Minnesota. Mr Grant closed his meat market to be with her.
Mannish ad for a 6 cylinder Liberty car offered by R. 3. Spence for sale to raise funds for Red Cross YMCA and Liberty Bonds. Car described as in good condition with extra casing tubes chains and dimmer. Interested buyers asked to visit County Treasurer's office or call two numbers.
Washington reports the national war labor board ordered Atlanta street car workers back to work at Gov. Hugh M. Dorsey’s request until grievances are reviewed. The board deems the strike indefensible amid war conditions and warns against further action during the war. Cars are expected to resume service today, preventing outages in 40 cities and 100 factories with government contracts.
Announcement lists Miss Ruth Clark daughter of Ette Clarke and Lieut. C White of the Signals Corps San Diego California marrying at noon July sixth at Capt Charles Clark’s La Jolla home. After breakfast they proceed to Del Mar and Catalina for a short wedding trip.
London reporters note the House of Commons passed on third and final reading the education bill introduced last year. The bill now proceeds to the Lords for consideration and potential royal assent.
Reported advance in the Far East shows Czecho Slovakia occupying Klutshevek in the southwest Trans Baikal region after taking Irkutsk. Bolshevik forces concentrate at Verkhneudinsk as General Sermenoff seizes Sharasun in Manchuria.
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