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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1919
Page
2
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Fairfield and Jefferson county residents support free band concerts in the public square. The note urges quiet during performances and warns that officers will be called for disturbances. It cautions against romping, playing, and loud talking, urging young people to adopt New Year resolutions for better behavior.
An executive order amends Federal civil service rules to allow waivers of physical requirements for disabled honorably discharged soldiers sailors or marines. The Civil Service Commission may certify training and test demonstrated ability, with possible rehabilitation through the Federal Board of Vocational Education and Employees' Compensation Commission to qualify for a position otherwise barred by physical limits.
A fragmented message from May reports an independent candidate for Pern presidency claiming a strong lead with a majority in provinces. The opposition trails, and a rival faction alleges fraud or miscounts amid rising tensions.
Prof. Allen Bacon of St. Louis will head the Parsons College Conservatory of Music piano department for the coming year. He succeeds Prof. James P. Moorhead who resigned earlier. Bacon previously served as organist and choir leader at King's Highway Presbyterian Church and taught piano and organ in St. Louis.
Former Parsons student Paul Ferrer visiting on campus notes the freshmen oratorical contest to determine the Fred B. Mason prize winners. Six freshmen entered the event, seen as the first college opportunity for new students to display ability. The exact hour will be announced due to other college functions.
Chicago May 23. City Clerk James T. Igoe received an official notice from Adjt. Gen. Julius A. Penn stating the U S Army will not be demobilized by July 1 1919. The reply responds to a May 6 city council resolution seeking earlier demobilization to lift the liquor ban on that date. The War Department says no statement can declare full demobilization by July 1.
The House approved a deficiency bill allocating 45 million dollars for war risk allowances to soldiers and sailors families and Civil War pensioners. It authorizes about 9.6 million for May and June payments to nearly 700,000 families, plus extensive war risk insurance administration costs. The measure follows a rapid approval pace and marks partisan clashes in the session.
Report from Vienna dated May 25 describes executions in Budapest by Hancarten communists of people accused as counter revolutionists. The dispatch details a sequence of acts near public buildings and a Marvkostresse school yard as authorities enforce fear and punishment.
Poles launch broad assault on the front against the Ukrainians as latest war reports from Tro KK lew describe intensified fighting across multiple sectors. Ensuing battles draw in artillery and infantry units with uncertain gains as the conflict widens.
Piano tuner E. J. Eisenhart will be in Fairfield from May 26 to June 4. Leave orders at Leggett House or Scheffel's music store for service.
The Drake Clothing Company presents an array of new suit models on the B side showcasing updated styles and fabrics for upcoming season shoppers. The collection emphasizes modern tailoring and versatile fits for daily wear and formal occasions.
A six o’clock dinner honored Supt A W Crane before his move to Creston to lead next year’s schools. Miss Julia E Dempsey wed Sgt Lane E Stansberry in Ottumwa, with farewell plans for Marshalltown. Elinor Witkoski married Ralph McKettrick in Cleveland after a briefing at St Johns Cathedral. Also noted are a Fairfield native’s wedding and a Buffalo Niagara Falls trip, plus early season golf plans and homecoming services for soldiers at Brookville Church.
A Drake Clothing Company catalog item highlights underwear lines for Vassar students offering all styles. The notice emphasizes range, pricing, and availability for campus residents.
Fairfield prepares for a Memorial Day service by the Grand Army of the Republic. Veterans anticipate an active role this may be their last major observance as ranks thin. World War veterans and sons of veterans are urged to join the parade and cemetery tributes on Memorial Day May 25 at 10 am, with services at the First Presbyterian Church led by Rev. A. H. Mosser.
Readers are directed to Drake Clothing Co for a selection of trunks bags and suit cases as part of travel gear offerings. The notice highlights durable styles and mid prices aimed at shoppers preparing for trips or relocations.
The Jefferson County Hospital Auxiliary holds a food sale at Mc Laughlin’s furniture store Saturday at 10 o’clock. The 1st and 4th wards oversee the event. Those with dishes from the last sale are asked to return them Saturday.
Mr Wilbur E Keesey will begin June 9 and will reach a term of eleven weeks. Call Ewing Hall 2263.
Bessie M Kemp advertises summer term piano lessons at her home 404 West Briggs Street starting June ninth. For information call 1558 297-23.
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