Government call to save fruit pits and nutshells
A government appeal by the Gas Defense Division calls every citizen to collect fruit pits and nutshells to produce carbon for gas masks. The notice lists peach, apricot, prune, plum, cherry pits, olive pits, date seeds, Brazil nut shells, and hickory walnut butternut shells. It urges drying materials, directs collection at central points, and notes a Red Cross and YMC A presence in Fairfield with local volunteers organizing receptacles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chemical Warfare Service
Fiest
Goldiers
Omar
Gas Defense Division
Red Cross
Knights of Columbus
Fairfield
Bessie Knowles
Hazel Turner
Rosalie Higby
Elizabeth Turney
New Chicago
Martha Garber
Virginia McKenzie
What Republicans Are Good For
President Wilson argues Republicans are not fit to govern in Congress now yet are prepared to die for the republic in military service and to pay taxes and subscribe to loans. He notes soldiers’ sacrifices and the home-front cost, contending the blood and money do not grant voters a voice on war aims or postwar terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Republic
Congress
Big Horn
Denver
Burlington
Wyoming
Powell
J. B. Lamson
C. B. and
W. Jackson Blvd
Chicago
Illinois
Mr Nady Seeks Support During Influenza Epidemic Campaign
The candidate explains illness has hindered active campaigning in Jefferson County. He emphasizes local roots and practice since bar admission, invites scrutiny of his integrity and legal ability, notes two years as Fairfield city solicitor and calls on voters to consider his reputation and service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County
Couny
Fairfield
Democratic Candidate for District Clerk Seeks Support
Announcement from George M. Ball announcing candidacy for Clerk of the District Court and soliciting support. Also an ad noting shoe repair by W. L. Lambert near A. J. Boyd's Grocery with services including dyeing tan shoes black and fixing worn soles. Contact number 318-4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George M. Ball
W. L. Lambert
A. J. Boyd
Doctors Urge Use of Phosphated Iron for Vitality
Leading doctors across the country promote Phosphated Iron as a blood and nerve builder. They claim it helps tired overworked adults, nervous women, pale children, and the elderly regain energy, better sleep, and improved look. Capsules are sold by Gaumer Bros and major druggists to ensure genuine product.
Democratic Candidate for County Attorney Adopts Integrity Appeal
X C Nady running as Democratic candidate for county attorney shares campaign result and asserts honest, energetic, economical conduct. He notes leading voters outside his party and pledges to administer duties impartially if elected. Political advertisement stresses qualifications and commitment to public service.
Assessment of 31 1/3 mills by Jefferson County Farmers Mutual
The Executive Committee levies a three and one third mill assessment on insurance in force as of October 12 1918. Payment begins November 5 with delinquency after November 26. T C Ross secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County Farmers’ Mutual Insurance Union
T. C. Ross
Apples for sale from A. J. Boyd in New York
Apples ready for shipment from A. J. Boyd offering Baldwins and Northern Spy from New York. Car arrival soon with pricing at 1.85 dollars at the car or 1.90 delivered. Order now by calling 2763.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Baldwins
Northern Spy
A. J. Boyd
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Italy
Portia Harper
Evaline Whitmore
Clydena Stanford
MR. Nady
Rodabaugh & Bean
Gaumer Bros
X. C. Nady
Co. Att’y
R. C. Leggett
Muscatine Auto Radiator
J. Goldman
Cedar St
Muscatine
Iowa
United States Railroad Administration
W. G. McAdoo
Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad
Rana
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