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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1918
Page
3
Residents visit and business people in Ottumwa Batavia Des Moines and Exline figure in daily briefs. Notable items include illness and recoveries from Spanish influenza and rheumatism, a pneumonia patient in Norfolk, a death in Sacramento, house purchases remodeling and a musical outing in Ottumwa. The Fourth Meal rule remains in force with no refreshments between meals per state Food Administration orders.
The Des Moines Register highlights W. S. Allen as Iowa’s top vote getter in his fourth election as secretary of state. He carried most counties, with Polk, Woodbury, Scott, and Linn showing large margins, and his statewide lead is estimated near 65 000 votes. Some suggest he may head the state ticket in the future.
The end of hostilities spurred merchant marine recruitment with 1000 enrollments in a week, exceeding wartime averages. President Wilson nominated John W. Davis as ambassador to Great Britain and Alexander C. King of Atlanta as solicitor general to replace Davis.
A buyout sale offers bed springs in all sizes at 1.48 dollars each, advertised by H. P. McLaughlin Co. for quick disposal.
The board of health requires disinfection before release from quarantine for Inflanza sensitive items notably clothing and wearables. The order enforces sanitation steps to prevent disease spread.
Fairfield music lovers hear Prof G Goldkette on the Cremona organ at the Orpheum Theater. He is joined by Mary Pickford in the new Artcraft photo play How Could You Jean based on Eleanor Hoyt Brainerd’s novel. Jean becomes a country cook who falls for Ted Burton amid romantic and dramatic trials.
After this date, November 15, 1918, I will not be responsible for any debts except those contracted personally by me. James Manary.
A girl begins daytime work at the Kozy Lunch Room, with a note referencing a 387-If detail. The item records a local employment arrangement and the venue involved.
Wm Beattie and T B Allender announce a public sale of farm property near the old Marcy farm northwest of Fairfield on Thursday November 21 1918 starting 10 30 a m. Auction includes two horses six cattle four milch cows and implements plus hay grain and fodder. Terms: cash under 10 dollars and 12 months credit on larger purchases with bankable note.
John Vogelsang presents a practical piano tune listed under phone number 2412. The item appears in a period catalog or advertisement with a terse entry and contact reference.
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