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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1919
Page
2
An Tayl or Giaura R Taylor lists subscription options for carriers and mail. The card shows weekly and monthly rates, three month blocks, and prices per delivery method. It includes in advance and mail delivery details with unit prices for the period.
A Sunday Gold Star service in Jefferson County drew a packed audience at a church under the Women’s Relief Corps. Rev R H Polly welcomed attendees including Civil War veterans and present day soldiers. Dr W A Keesey spoke on democracy and militarism while Dr Virgil Gilchrist shared Red Cross experiences. A county gold star roster was presented for display at the courthouse. The event honored families of missing soldiers and emphasized support for veterans through government programs.
Earl Combs of Chariton has purchased the Orpheum and Victory theatres in Fairfield and will take possession tomorrow. The Orpheum will close briefly for interior changes before reopening. Combs plans nightly operation and matinees, a high quality program, and aims for strong public patronage.
Wilbur Keesey students will present a recital in Prof Moorhead's studio tomorrow evening. A complete program will be published tomorrow. Louis Messer is seriously ill at his West Broadway home. William Stever of Des Moines spent Sunday with his parents, Mr and Mrs John Stever.
The First National Bank of this city plans large upgrades to quarters and safety features due to rising business. A new vault with modern fire and burglar proofing and a heavy compression door will seal all cracks. Additional safety deposit boxes, a user alcove, and improved director and book keeping spaces are included. Starr & Jordan will occupy upstairs offices with three rooms and a vault in June.
About noon today a fire was discovered in the residence of Mrs Cor nelius DuBois on North Court street. It is uncertain whether the blaze started from the flue or defective electric light wires. The goods were removed but the house suffered serious damage with the roof a total loss. The loss is covered by insurance.
Mr and Mrs Ed Ogden welcomed about 75 friends Friday evening at their east side home for a pleasant gathering. Last Wednesday in Ottumwa Miss Iva Montgomery and McKinley Bailey were married at the Presbyterian parsonage with a small group of relatives and friends present. Bailey has recently been discharged from overseas service and the couple will reside on a farm near town.
Walter Roth of Cedar Rapids and Mrs. M. W. Roth are guests of Mrs. Mumper’s mother Mrs. Mike O’Connor en route to Newton where they will establish a home. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Mumper visit Mrs. Mumper’s mother in Cedar Rapids. Mrs. H. E. Snyder and daughter Harriet left for Chicago to visit Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Snyder.
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