Life of Lt. E. E. Rorick A Naval-Methodist Iowa Native
Elroy Edward Rorick born Dec 12 1882 near Wilton Iowa. He rose from Iowa farm roots to Wilton Academy and State University of Iowa earning a BA in 1908 and a law license in 1913. A lawyer and educator, he served in the Iowa National Guard and taught at Roswell New Mexico military academy. He married Stella Pidd in 1909 and they had a son Shirley Merle. He later practiced law in Red Lodge Montana and Fairfield Iowa. A devoted citizen, he supported the Allied cause in World War I, volunteered for service, and trained at Fort Snelling Fort Sheridan Camp Stanley Camp Perry and Fort Sill. He rose to first lieutenant and trained troops and horses before active duty amid heavy artillery and field service.
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Elroy Edward Rorick
John Rorick
Iowa City
Wilton
Iowa
William
J. Calvin Rorick
White Salmon
Wash
Methodist
Wilton German English College
State University of Iowa
State University
Co. I
Iowa National Guard
New Mexico Military Academy
Roswell
N. M
Stella Pidd
Downey
Shirley Merle
The
Shelly
Supreme Court of
State of
Red Lodge
Montana
J. A. Huglin
Fairfield
F Hustin & Roritk
Hreiin
Attoreny
Europe
Belgium
France
England
Corman
Fort Snelling
Minn
44Th
U. S. Infantry
Fort Sheridan
Minois
304Th Cavalry
Camp Stanley
Texas
Camp Perry
Ohio
44Th Field Artillery
Fort Bill
Oklahoma
Rorick
Franklin L. Miller
14Th Field Artillery
Camp
Travis
Clinton Masonic Lodge No. 15
Order of Eastern Star
100000 Italians Set Free From Austria and Germany
Berne reports plans to move 100000 Italian POWs to Italy via Switzerland with trains carrying 500 men. A soldier from Fairfield Iowa died Nov 12 1918 after an accident and illnesses near Camp Travis Texas. He left a wife Stella and son Shirley Merle, plus parents and a brother.
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Berne
Austria
Germany
Italy
Switerland
54Th Field Artillery
Camp Stanley
Fairfield
Rorick
Stella Rorick
Shirley Merle
John Rorick
Pidd
J. Calvin Rorick
White Salmon
Washington
Elory EB
Second
Iowa
SOME YANKS III TREATED
American prisoners released by the Germans are crossing the line singly or in pairs at various points. German withdrawal plans are hampered by transport chaos in Germany. The American army has set up reception stations along the occupation zone to care for returnees. Accountings vary from harsh treatment to stern but not unduly brutal.
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France
For Sale and Lost Notices in Journal Classifieds
Brief classifieds list multiple items including livestock hogs sheep and turkeys, vehicles Ford cars, real estate equity fronting South Park, a four room rental, and lost items such as a pocketbook umbrella inner tube. Includes contact details like phone numbers and box addresses.
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Journal Office
Iowa State Savings Bank
Fourth Street
Lockridge
Fairfield
Four Corners
Davies Oil Co
Wanted Trade Equity for Cow Offers
WANTED To trade 160 equity in two lots for a good cow. Address Y care of the Journal 3322 Clerks drown examinations November 16 December 7. Salary 1200. Experience unnecessary. Men and women desiring government positions write for free particulars S C Leonard former Civil Service Examiner 275 Konoi Building Washington 321 7.
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S. C. Leonard
Civil Service Examiner
Konois Building
Washington
For Rent Listings From Davis Lunch Room and Grimes
Several rental notices describe five and six room cottages. One unit available December first with gas for cooking, another six room cottage vacant now. Contacts include Davis Lunch Room and J A Grimes at 207 E Hempstead St for details.
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Davis
East Grimes
C Street
J. A. Grimes
E. Hempstead St
Doctors Promote Phosphated Iron for Health Boosts
Leading doctors across the country urge using Phosphated Iron to treat blood and nerve troubles. They claim it builds up the body, improves tiredness, nerves, sleep, and energy, and helps overworked people, pale children, and the elderly feel better and more productive.
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Ecountry
Build up blood with Phosphated Iron after grippe
After Spanish influenza or grippe, strong blood rich in iron and phosphates aids fast recovery. Doctors praise Phosphated Tron as a blood tonic, noting quick results from the first dose, improved digestion, appetite, sleep, and a healthy glow. Special notice insists on genuine capsules for safety.
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Ed Tron
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Pleasant Plain
Star Garage
A. J. Smith
North Main Stret
Joe Hickinbottom
Lou Thoma
Frank BP
Kerrick
Tribune
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Gaumer Bros
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the Daily Journal
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