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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1918
Page
2
A rhetoric-filled wartime statement declares the nation must fight to prevail or face subjugation, insisting that lives and institutions at stake demand unwavering unity and loyalty to the cause and leaders. It warns traitors will betray themselves and country.
The food controller urges Canadians to eat less bread due to shortages of barley rye and oats in the Dominion. He says victory depends on reducing bread consumption with Europe’s needs met and suggests focusing gardens on potatoes and beans. Herbert Hoover.
The peasants in France live in villages rather than farms and subsist on goods from nearby stores and the local bakery.
An audience crowded Barhydt chapel for Miss Margaret White’s graduation recital in voice. The program mixed solos, duets, quartets and piano with fine ensemble and appreciation for Miss White’s tone and enunciation. Also praised were Mr. Valentine and Prof. Mountain for their performances and the accompanists Mrs. Charlotte White Piterson and Fern Young for their contributions to the high quality program.
The annual all day Missionary Society meeting will be held tomorrow at the Methodist church with a strong program. Morning session includes music and a talk by Rev. Butler and Dr. E. L. Mattox. Afternoon session features devotions by Rev. Vartanian, business, and “Progress in Missions” with Miss Fern Young and Mrs. Mosser. Closing prayer by Rev. H. A. Anspach.
The Fairfield Theater presents an extraordinary production titled Scandal starring Constance Talmadge. The plot follows Beatrix Vanderdyke in a tale of social scandal, deception, and forbidden romance set in New York society and the Vanderdyke country home.
Cliff Craig portrays Col McMillen in a standout performance described as among the finest plays seen by the F H 8B. The critic notes Craig’s execution and presence elevating the production above its peers.
May 1 report states the Chicago Herald, renamed The Herald Examiner, will be consolidated with Pilnels Publishing Company. The transaction ends with the paper's sale and a planned consolidation move to publish under new ownership tonight.
Sergeant Edward D Terrell of the quartermaster corps drowned while attempting to cross a creek swollen by heavy rain. Nearest relative listed as Mrs. Maury Williams Puduenah Kentucky. Report filed from San Antonio Texas dated May 1.
Melbourne reports the death of George T king of the Longa islands. The royal figure cited as ruler of Tonga is confirmed deceased on May 1.
The council approves a plan to draft a Sunday performances ban after gauging public will by election. Councilman Simpson leads the move. support comes from Connor Price Baker Dear duff and Simpson with Israel voting no.
Rebecca Long one of the county s oldest settlers died last evening at the home of D F McLean west of the city after years of poor health. Born in Ohio March 1 1833 she was eighty five at death A private funeral was held at four o clock from the McLean home with Rev H A Mosser officiating and interment in Eveer green cemetery.
Elmer Carlson five miles northwest of the city suffered serious injuries yesterday morning while starting a car on an incline in a barn. His body was wedged between the fender and wheel, thrown to the ground and buried under the car. He was dug out and raised, and rests well though internal injuries may be possible.
Hiram Heaton of Glendale is visiting the city today. RC Leggett is in Ottumwa on business. Miss Olive Monson returned to Beckwith after attending a recital by Miss Margaret White. Charles Sirdoretis went to Burlington last evening to be with the seriously ill Mrs Carl Sidoreus.
Reports from Rome indicate heavy snow blocks Alpine passes delaying military movements. Italian officials expect cold weather to persist, hampering operations in northern theater while Vienna forecasts intensified pressure. Local dispatches note six to eight feet drifts closing routes and hindering resupply.
Dr. Carlos Me ria De Pena, the Uruguayan minister, died in a Washington hospital. The report notes his death occurred in the capital, reflecting the loss of a senior diplomatic official.
Jefferson County service flag prepared by the Woman's Relief Corps will be raised in a 2:30 p.m. ceremony Thursday May 9 in the park. Governor Harding will attend and address the crowd. Supt A W Crane awaits participation from all townships and schoolchildren in the parade. The flag lists all local men in service prior to May 1 1818 as published in the Journal.
The navy announces three Chincha crew members were killed in a March 21 clash with a submarine. The Chincha fired about thirty shots and drove off the sub after one blow struck the aft, killing Seaman A. S. Edwards of Augusta, Georgia, and two unnamed sailors. The vessel had previously escaped a submarine on January 18, earning praise from Secretary Daniels.
Geneva dispatch reports German newspapers shift tone from derisive to warning about possible U S intervention on the western front. Zeitung of Constanze urges rapid solid victory before American forces arrive, echoed by Vienna papers.
An official dispatch from Belgium reports a Telegram letter from Belgian senators and deputies to the governor general protesting Belgians’ treatment. Many residents, including youths under sixteen and elders over fifty, have been taken from homes to the Flanders front or north of France to work under bombardment.
Dr John M Birkner once major of the United States army in charge of the wives corps at Camp Cody New Mexico held on a disloyalty charge released from the state penitentiary here on five thousand dollar bail prepared by federal authorities and awaiting further action.
The Junior Class of the F. H. S. has given up their banquet and will donate the funds to the Red Cross. Everyone is urged to attend their Friday night play to support the boys and girls.
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