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Newspaper

Fairfield Journal

Location

Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1910

Page

8

County Notes From Beckwith and Nearby Towns

Miss Ella Trail returns to Mrs. Cornell's Sunday after two weeks near Richland. Miss Blanche Root visits Fairfield friends. Miss Francis Root injures her foot stepping on a nail. Mr. Mac Davis visits grandparents. Mrs. Eugene Prince and two children stay with her mother Mrs. A C Root. Mr. R E Parsons falls very ill. Joe Mulholien visits Ottumwa. Oscar Tudeen is ill. Hedge home Wednesday. Mrs. Alex Smith. Peter Bucher of Fairfield calls on friends. Mrs. Thomas Daugherty of Rome visits daughter Mrs. Geo Fagan. John Hanson travels to Fairfield. Joe Snider calls in Fairfield. Mrs. Will Holley of Rome visits sister Mrs. Gevrg Fagan. Mr. and Mrs. Phillips return to Ottumwa for a few days. S F P Lewis reports 97 percent corn stand from his own seed. Who said we couldn't have a crop this year. He is a good man to talk to, Mr. Farmer.

Ella Trail Ottumwa Oscar Tudeen Alex Smith Peter Bucher Fairfield Thomas Daugherty Rome Geo. Fagan John Hanson Joe Snider Will Holley Gevrg Fagan Phillips Mr. Farmer Zella Boyd Eldon Floyd Potts Myr Krum Plum College Zelda Selma Libertyville Epworth League Rev. MacNeal James Hall Anna Belle Williams Brokes Gus Graber Albia Will. Rodabaugh Agency Lydia Beach M. E C.D. McPherson Liberertyville

Rider Lost Valuables and Family Tragedy Reported

T M Rider lost a valuable horse last week. L Birt returned to Nebraska to be near ill and dying brother J J Birt. S F Davidson spent Sunday at Drakesville with son Melvin. T P Dubois family dined at Hartman home Sunday. Ed Neiswanger visited Fairfield to see a sick brother. Master Wayne Housholm fell and cut his face. Corn planting begins amid demand for warmer weather.

T. M L. Birt Nebraska Rother J.J. Birt S. F. Davidson Drakesville Mélvin T. P. Dubois Hartman Ed Neiswanger Fairfield Wayne Housholm

Local Notes and Family News from Ottumwa and Vicinity

Paul Hollander visits Ottumwa. Mrs. Ross Lynn visits her mother Mrs. John Castell. Ames Linguist builds a cottage for Mrs. Bush on John Forman’s farm. Ervin Castell constructs a large cattle barn with Jasper Lynn assisting. Weather in Buffalo, NY reports daily rain. Obituary for John Roach of Dresden, Kansas, with funeral details. News of J M Castell’s daughter Mrs. Fred Emry in Paonia Colorado and bear cubs sighting on a mountain trip. Luther Church youth in Salina plan an ice cream supper.

Paul Hollander Ottumwa Ross Lynn John Castell Ames Linguist Mrs. Bush John Forman Ervin Castell Jasper Lynn Charley Lesher Buffalo N. Y J. D. Bates John Roach Washington County Kansas Harvey Roach Vicksburg Paonia Luther Church Salina

Local Social News Include Visits and School Update

Community visits include Mrs Ruth Emry and T A Courtney in Fairfield and at Caviness home. Mrs Jane Mealey and Clara Thompson bought the Smith property. Three weeks left in Academy term with seven graduates practicing orations. A horse injury after escaping and running into barbed wire. other small visits noted among Winfield Fairfield Buffalo Kendall and Clinton residents.

Jane Mealey Clara Thompson Smith Rue Clark Buffalo F.be. Smith Paul Biskey Burke Perlee Barney Gurski Raymond Harvey Kendall, Mont Clark Tracy Brighton Effcamp Clinton

Sunday Visits and Local Notices in Center

Courtland Merckens and wife were Sunday guests at Loren Randall's. Mrs. B F Fowler of Muscatine visited Mrs. Henry Waters and Mrs. Randall's sister from Des Moines spent Tuesday at the Randall home. Banneth has the measles. Sympathy extended to Mrs. William Kennedy on the death of their little son Martha Mrogenski was taken ill Tuesday and had to be taken home. Gust Carleon called at the Dave

Courtland Merckens Loren Randall’s B. F. Fowler Muscatine M Irs Henry Waters Wren Randall Randal Des Moines Banneth William Kennedy Martha Mrogenski Gust, Caerleon Dave

Parsonville Social and School News

A large crowd attended a splendid program at Liberty school house Friday. May basket parties were held by local youth at the Walgren residence on May 4. Misses Bessie and Pearl Monson and Mary L. Hickabottom expect Fairfield diplomas May 5 and 6. The church entrance is being painted. Elmer Smith and family visit from Columbus Junction. Robert Parsons is gravely ill with pneumonia. Oscar Tudeen is on the sick list. Will Vogel is recovering from a fall. Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Nelson and daughter Tressa traveled to Ottumwa Monday.

Liberty School Walgren Bessie Peal Monson Mary L. Hicckabottom Fairfield Elmer Smith Columbus Junction Smith Robert Parsons Oscar Tudeen Will Vogel

Homecoming Festival Set by Ebenezer Church in Uilendale

The Ebenezer church at Uilendale will host a homecoming festival on Sunday May 15 with expected attendees from distant areas. Rev William Berdne, the pastor, is noted for community affection and ready service. Elmer Smith, formerly a railway agent at Columbus Junction, leaves rail work to pursue farming in Montana, bidding farewell to his wife and child here.

Uilendale Ebenezer William Berd Ne Elmer Smith Glendale Columbus Junction Montana Wfe

Brighton Gleanings and Local Transfers

Ivy Hinshaw suffers a severe head pain and possible stroke with left arm and eye loss. nurse from Ottumwa expected for care. John Davis trades town properties for J L Tucker’s 160 acre farm, values set at 100 per acre and 5500 total, with move to Des Moines planned in September. Myrtle Jamison returns to Wapello from visit. Rev R A Bruce planning summer construction. Theodore Wanerus visits from Iowa City. Mrs Bates and Marie Bailey of Fairfield visit Brim home. Dr Parks travels to Ottumwa to see Eugene Peterson of Amarillo Texas after thumb amputation from splinter injury six weeks ago. Glen Hoover relocates to Kiethburg for produce job. PEOs host farewell for Mrs C C Davis at D C Friend home.

Ivy Hinshaw Ottumwa John Davis J. L. Tucker Davis Des Moines Myrtle Jamison Wapello Christie R. A. Bruce Theodore Wanerus Iowa City Bates Marie Bailey Fairfield Dr. Parks Eugene Peterson Amarillo Texas Peterson Glen Hoover Kietheburg

Local residents visit relatives across town and state

Mrs. C. A. Walters of Fairfield spent Sunday with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Carlson. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Kiger of near Glasgow were passengers for Mt. Pleasant Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Hillman of Fairfield spent Sunday at the parental interace home. Mr. and Mrs. Chas Graber of Memphis Mo was visiting a few days last week with her daughter.

C. A. Walters Fairfield Carlson Lewis Kiger Near Glasgow Mt. Pleasant Ralph Hillman Chas. Graber Memphis

Local News Roundup from Libertyville and Vicinity

Mrs Elizabeth Laughlin narrowly escaped serious injury after a fall while horse grazing on a slight incline. Several residents and visitors including J M Fry F A Wood and Mrs Leedy plus many from Fairfield Eldon and Ottumwa are noted with various visits illnesses and events. The community plans Decoration Day activities Fourth of July celebrations and a Free Methodists meeting at Leedy hall.

Elizabeth Laughlin

Hobart McPherson Tops Chicago Drivers Journal Contest

Hobart McPherson won the contest conducted by the Chicago Driver's Journal. Marvin Jargo placed second and Walter Holloay third. The trio travels next Wednesday to Washington and the eastern states, with Hobart leaving Tuesday for Chicago to join the party.

Hobart McPherson Chicago Driver’s Journal Marvin Jargo Tweeds Walter Holloway Thompson, Mo Washington, D. C Hobart Chicago

Conservatory to Offer Seven Week Summer Vocal Course

Miss Florence Glenn of the Parsons Conservatory of Music will conduct a seven weeks vocal course this summer starting June 1. Tuition is 10.00. Those interested should call 2130 as soon as possible.

Florence Glenn Parsons Conservatory of Music Phome

Republican primary notices nominees for county offices

Political announcements announce candidacies in Jefferson county for county treasurer county attorney sheriff and county superintendent. F J L Black Ralph H Munro Shan Campbell and Miss June Chidister seek Republican nominations ahead of the June primary election.

Walter Stewart Seeks County Supervisor Nomination in June GOP Primary

Walter Stewart announces candidacy for County Supervisor in the Republican primary ahead of the term starting January 1. The announcement frames his bid as a race to win the county post before the June election.

Walter Stewart

County Clerk Candidate Files for Republican Nomination

Jefferson county candidate 1223 Harley Carter seeks the Republican nomination for Clerk of the District Court at the next primary on June 7 1910.

District Court Jefferson County Harley Carter

Republican Coroner Candidate for June Primary

A June primary campaign announcement lists Tallman M. D. as a Republican candidate for the office of Coroner in County Cc.

Dr A S Hague Seeks Jefferson County Coroner Post

Dr A S Hague declares candidacy for the office of coroner in Jefferson County ahead of the Republican primaries in June. Hague aims to run in the local election and present his qualifications to voters.

A. S. Hague Jefferson County

Howell enters race for County Recorder nomination

John S. Howell announces candidacy before the June Republican primaries seeking the nomination for County Recorder. The statement outlines his run and intent to win the office.

John S. Howell

Republican candidate for Jefferson County Clerk race

Thomas W. Hannah announces candidacy in the June Primary for the Republican nomination for Clerk of the District Court in Jefferson County. He seeks to win the nomination and advance to the general election.

Jefferson County Auditor nomination bid announced

George Stephenson announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for County Auditor, subject to June primaries, addressing Republican voters in Jefferson County.

Jefferson County George Stephenson

County Recorder candidate seeks Republican primary support

John Bowermaster files as a Republican nominee candidate for County Recorder. He announces intent to run in the June primary and earns Republican voter backing.

Fresh home-grown vegetables delivered by wagon

See or phone Philip Carey for fresh vegetables. His wagon will stop at your door.

Philip Carey

Foley's Honey and Tar Ad Promotes Safe Use for All Ages

For over 30 years Foley's Honey and Tar has been a trusted remedy for throat chest and lung ailments. The ad claims it is best for infants and children as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs and warns to avoid substitutes. © L. H. Bradshaw Co.

Foley L. 8 Bradshaw Co

Foley's Kidney Remedy Advertisement Claim

An old advertisement urges taking Foley's Kidney Remedy at first sign of irregularity to prevent kidney problems. The copy promises restoration of kidneys and bladder to normal state and activity and cites L. H. Bradshaw Co as distributor.

Poley Foley Bradshaw Co

Foley Kidney Pills Help Veteran End Backache

Isaac Cook of Kewanee Illinois, commander of the Commander Julius A Pratt Post No 143 G A R, reports relief from backache and kidney pain after using Foley Kidney Pills for two months. He says the pills fully met claims, eliminated bladder discomfort, and led him to recommend them to friends and fellow veterans.

Julius A. Pratt Dept G.A.R Isaac Cook Above Kewanee, Ill Bradshaw Co

Poley Kidney Pills Advertised By Bradshaw Co

Advert says Poley Kidney Pills serve as antiseptic tonic and restorative for urinary irregularities. It urges to refuse substitutes and credits Bradshaw Co as the source.

Bradshaw Co

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Beckwith Hedge Home Parsonville J. R. Nelson Tressa Loceridge Liberty Ville George Payne Dan Leppo Victor Iowa F. J. L. Black Ralph H. Munro Shan Campbell June Chidister Office of Coroner. Co Cc. Tallman, M. D County Recorder Thomas W. Hannah Rancie Nrom Zephyr Kaw Bowersock Mills and Power Co Kansas Lawrence D. M. Fishel & CO Patavia TA Turner & CO. Pleasait H. T White Sewing Machine CO Clfvfland, O Hufstedler & Aker Monarch Monarch Typewriter Company East Randolph Street Chicago, Ill John Bowermaster
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