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Newspaper

Fairfield Journal

Location

Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1918

Page

6

Subscriptions Notice For Dean Taylor Paper

The notice lists subscription rates for Dean Taylor publications with three months and four months options. It specifies in advance mail subscriptions and pricing details for editor and manager roles.

Round Prairie Township First To Go Over The Top

Mrs Ada B F Parsons chairman of the Second Red Cross Fund Campaign for Round Prairie reports she delivered in a lump sum the township quota to the Jefferson County Treasurer. Local Red Cross officials extend congratulations on being first to go over the top.

Ada B. F. Parsons Red Cross Fund Round Prairie Jefferson County Red Cross Round Prairie Township Parsons

Miss Scheffels Pupils to Give Piano Recital at Parsons

Parsons College Conservatory of Music hosts a spring piano recital by Miss Iva Scheffel’s pupils Saturday at 2 30 pm. The program features students like Grace Shaner, Elizabeth McKee, Lucile Stallman, Irma Droz Devaux, Elizabeth Hansen, and Gladys McClain performing selections from Bach to Beethoven.

Parsons College Conservatory of Music Iva Scheffel Nccienees Patrick McLaughlin Lucile Stallma Catherine Brady Elizabeth McKennet Elizabeth McKee McClain Pees Bliss Williams Dennee Saree Kern Lishner Gladys

College News Reports WWI Y M C A Assignments

Dr L E Crossman travels to Camp Gordon Atlanta to join Y M C A work with U S troops likely teaching the basics of education to Sammies. Prof Amos R Morris heads to New York for overseas Y M C A work probably near the firing line huts in France. College treasurer Vu B Newton and Rev Marsoff also depart for similar service. Faculty and students mourn parting even as duty calls. The Sing out day and Freshmen Log Cabin gathering with snacks conclude campus events.

L. E. Crossman College Camp Gordon Atlanta U. S Crossman Amos R. Morris New York France Morris Vu. B. Newton Marsoff

Funeral of Batavia Aged Resident Held Today

Benjamin Evans a Civil War veteran aged eighty four died in Batavia after gangrene led to amputation and collapse. He served in 1861 with Co B 19th Iowa Infantry and moved to Batavia twelve years ago. Survived by his wife eleven children and many relatives. Funeral at M. E. church with Rev. John Brown officiating. burial in Batavia cemetery.

Benjamin Evans Batavia Mr. Evans Co. &, 19Th Iowa Infantry M. E. Church John Brown

Patriotism meeting scheduled at Chautauqua Park

Fairfield and Jefferson county citizens will gather for a patriotic mass meeting at Chautauqua park tomorrow afternoon. County Chairman O F Fryer learned of a speaker offer this morning as rural lines notify residents. Liberty Loan flags will be presented to each township and an Army officer from Chicago will speak along with other talks. The event starts at 2 o'clock with closures of stores from 2 to 3 30 and banks from 2 until 7 in the evening.

Fairfield Jefferson County Chautauqua Park O. F. Fryer Liberty Loan Chicago

Weddings and social events brighten Fairfield scene

In San Francisco on May 11 Captain James Barry Adams wed Mrs Cora B Taylor widow of Hawkins Taylor Jr both hold prominent backgrounds. In Stockport Miss Opal Stonebraker wed Ray Davis of Fairfield with Sh e accompanied by two friends. Local clubs report gatherings at the First Methodist church home and Mrs Clay Brenaman hosting the Wesleyan Bible Class. A Red Cross dance at Elks Hall and meetings of L T L and Y P B chapters were highlighted as community activities.

Cora B. Taylor James Barry Adams San Francisco Hawkins Taylor, Jr Washington, D. C G. D McGaw Capt. Adams Washington West Opal Stonebraker Stockport Ray Davis Fairfield R. H. Polly Blanche Stonebraker Florence Munson First Methodist Church Clay Brenaman West Hempstead Street Brenaman Charles Linn L. M. Biddle Charles Lawson Perry Bates E. L. Stephenson Red Cross Elks Hall

Hat Mixup At Presbyterian Supper Sparks Thorne Store Call

Notice requests the owner of a mistaken hat swap to contact the Thorne store to claim their hat. The mixup occurred at the Presbyterian church supper and involves J. C. Thorne. Contact details point to the Thorne business location.

J. C. Thorne Presbyterian Church Thorne

Probate of Will in Jefferson County

Notice in probate court that Laura BE. Weitzel deceased has a claimed Last Will and Testament on file this court sets September 9, 1918 at 2 p m for proof and final hearing. GEO M BALL Clerk signs the document May 15, 1918.

Lown Jefferson County Laura BE. Weitzel District Court Geo, M. Ball

Iowa Electric Co Seeks Higher Gas Rates in Fairfield

The Iowa Electric Co filed a bill of complaint in a Federal court in Ottumwa against the City of Fairfield over insufficient gas rates. An official said settlement was hoped but city actions prompted the suit.

Iowa Electric CO Fairfield Ottumwa

Batavia High School Graduation Closes Year of Achievement

The Batavia High School commencement was held last evening in the school auditorium. The 1920 class was the largest to graduate. Diplomas were presented by Superintendent Royal V. Galliher, who resigns. Ruth Koons will become principal next year.

Batavia High School Janet Alverson Elsie Brown Leorge Washington Cecile Campbell Lola Campbell Bruce Fresconi Mabel Frescoli Woodrow Wilson Helen Forney Neta Huff Welccome High School Abraham Lincoln Florence Lat Walter Curtis

Drake Clothing Co Graduation Styles for Boys

Drake Clothing Co offers stylish graduation outfits for boys. The ad highlights affordable, neat designs with a focus on school and ceremony readiness.

the Drake Clothing Co

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