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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1919
Page
2
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Former Iowa senator F M Smo lesberry of Columbia Sanction has announced candidacy for Congress in the First District to succeed Charles A Kennedy. Announcement adds to a crowded field with Frank Thompson and Major Freda Holsteen already in. Smo lesberry cites Louisa county as lacking representation and notes his prior campaigns and service in the Iowa senate.
Secretary of the Interior Franklin K. Lane argues in an interview that German agents during the war sought to stir race hatred in large cities and believes their influence persisted after the peace treaty. He cites riots in Washington and Chicago and praises Tuskegee and Hampton institutes for shaping proper social duty and morale.
Roy Emerson, convicted July 19 of murdering his mother, killed himself by hanging in Creston Iowa. He had been free for a week awaiting his appeal to the Iowa Supreme Court.
New London Connecticut July 31 a submarine said to be G2 suddenly went down with hatches open according to witnesses at Pleasure Beach Waterford and it is said two men were drowned
The fourth game of the baseball series between the Presbyterians and the Methodists is set for 7 00 p m tonight It aims for a timely finish so attendees can attend the band concert A large crowd is hoped for as much interest is shown in the games with both teams featuring strong players
East bound passenger No. 178 narrowly escaped destruction at Ottumwa when it struck a gasoline laden truck stalled on the crossing one half mile west of the depot. The engine ignited the fuel, sparking a fire that burned several cars. the engineer and fireman were severely burned but no lives were lost.
Friends gathered at Miss Olive Russell’s home on East Lowe Street for a birthday party with ice cream and cake. The Women's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Church plans a 2:30 PM meeting tomorrow at Mrs T B Waters’ home 502 West Burlington Street with a box donation request. Rowena Circle meets Friday at Mrs Thyer’s home 509 East Anny Street for a kerchief shower for Mrs Thye and Mrs Fuqua and Mrs Sargent, guests to bring sandwiches and a dish. Hawkeye Rebekah Club picnic postponed indefinitely.
Frank J. Black a prominent Jefferson County citizen died July 26 1919 born April 16 1846 in Lexington Ohio came to Iowa 1860 lived in Jefferson County thereafter Survived by wife Mary Gaines daughter Ada Smith and foster son Lyle Black Funeral held at West Adams Street conducted by Rev H A Moss er burial in Fairfield Evergreen cemetery Black held many offices including assistant postmaster cashier banker county treasurer and deacon known for devotion to music and community service
Roye Emerson, serving a life term for murdering his mother in Creston, escaped guards near Kellerton, Iowa, and hanged himself from a bridge beam using a belt. Deputies reported he showed no previous signs of intent and remained silent during the Des Moines trip. The body was found around 5:30 p.m. by Meldon Allen and pursuing locals.
At a Board of Curators meeting in Iowa City on Wednesday July 30 James P Starr of this city was elected to membership in the State Historical Society of Iowa. The society, headquartered in Iowa City, was organized over sixty years ago and is recognized nationwide for its historical research.
The regular weekly street services will be held Friday evening at 603 West Van Buren Street and Saturday evening at the public square. All Christian men who desire to do a greater work for God are invited to assist in these services.
Striking street and elevated railway workers will vote Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on whether to accept Governor London’s proposed wage settlement. If approved no cars will be in operation before Saturday morning. The referendum date was announced by W. D. Mahon, international president of the Carmen, after meetings with the governor and tractor line officials.
Washington July 31 Victor Berger’s attempt to parallel Republican war criticism with his own wartime utterances drew a strong response from Representative Welty of Ohio, a special committee member probing Berger’s eligibility stemming from disloyalty conviction. Welty said Republicans criticized lack of speed, while Berger sought to undermine military efficiency.
Announcement to commence Friday offers regular meals at fifty cents and Sunday dinners at the Ktozy, plus bargains on first class high grade machines. Fairfield Business College in Junkin Block on South Main advertises new and rebuilt typewriters for purchase or rent. Call after noon, do not phone.
Land sale advertises thousands of acres with timothy and clover crops near railroads and markets. Prices range from 15 to 35 dollars per acre with trade options. Also offers Iowa land and city property deals and insurance savings. Contact 649-30 F. W. Lundquist & Son, phone 2551.
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