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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1910
Page
3
In a quiet moment in a shop, Arthur praises Henry and recalls how he, not the strong, gave what he could. He speaks through tears of taking the blame, confessing to Gillespie, and working with his hands to support his brother.
On Glenarm terrace Gillespie and I debate Helen and Rosalind after a night of storm and secrets. The Stiletto struggles in a gale and Henry Holbrook is found dead, knife wound evident, as Rosalind and her father approach Glenarm.
Miss Patricia Holbrook and her niece Helen face peril as Donovan uncovers intrigues around the Holbrook clan in Port Annandale. A forged-note plot, romantic entanglements, and an assassin scene unfold leading to a dramatic rescue and revelation of true paternity and mistaken identities.
In a tense scene Miss Pat urges truth from Arthur Holbrook and Henry as Gillespie reveals a hidden packet. Helen seizes the flaming bundle, keeping the proof, while Rosalind and Aunt Pat weigh the sealed notes and Gillespie’s claim before delivering the documents to Henry.
Des Moines May 4. Secretary George D. Dobson reports the Boone river fall of 104 feet from Webster City to the mouth could power cities along the river with reservoirs and regulated flow. A seven mile stretch north of Webster City drops 24 feet aiding power and light needs. government engineers may fund dikes and levees on the upper Des Moines if the project proves cost effective. Government survey costs are expected around 2500 dollars.
Des Moines reports that Iowa coal mines may reopen next Monday as the joint scale committee works to seal a two year agreement. Iowa Operators' president John P. Reese says penalties for violations under resolution 19 will be debated as stricter enforcement is sought. If negotiations fail no agreement may be reached and a joint convention could be called later this week.
Des Moines reports a state wide weather crop bulletin by Section Director George M. Chappel noting excellent soil condition for corn and fruit varieties escaping freeze damage. Rain is needed in all districts to soften the surface and start growth while gardens recover with warmer weather.
Mason City May 4. Mr and Mrs Benjamin Barfoot of Decorah mark their sixtieth anniversary in a quiet family celebration noting a long marriage and shared life together.
A large barn on Henry Riemenschneider’s farm near State Center, Marshall County Iowa, burned on May 4 causing an estimated loss of 2200 dollars. Firefighters fought the blaze but the structure was destroyed.
Council Bluffs Iowa May 4 Chief of Police George H Richmond said he would appeal Judge Woodruffs decision removing him from office Clarence Crum has been appointed chief of police temporarily.
Oskaloosa suffers as the city enforces the tuberculosis test for milk men under the new ordinance. Arrests have been made for selling milk without licenses.
Boston visitors praised Cooper's medicine for digestion and overall health. A Chelsea man described relief from indigestion after trying the remedy, claiming a dramatic improvement and urging others to use Cooper's New Discovery sold by druggists or via the company.
A widowed mother objects to her daughter's chosen fiancé due to wealth and secrecy. The daughter insists the mother would object if she met the man, while the mother laments not seeing him and fears the unknown. The tale centers on parental approval and romance secrecy.
Napoleon storms into the clubhouse scowling over Baron Munchhausen. He curses golf fiascos and vows not to golf with Munch again, joking about exile on St. Helena. Caesar, reading the Congressional Record, responds with dry humor.
A girl blushes when a young man kisses her for the first time, feeling embarrassed by the thought that she might not have been kissed yet.
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