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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1916
Page
2
The Daily Journal lists subscription terms from one month to three months in advance with a price of 1.00 in the observed line item. Names appear as publishers Swournal Printing Co. and unspecified daily publication.
A windstorm toppled a new barn frame at the Stover place and struck employee John Stone, causing a scalp wound needing 18 stitches and eyelid stitching. The barn, larger than a nearby Monster barn, was under construction when the wind damaged the framework.
Attorney A W Jaques resigns as justice of the peace and secretary of the Soldiers Relief Commission due to failing health. Squire Jaques has long served the public and his illness causes regret among friends.
Close friends and relatives paid final respects to Jacok London, famed author, at a Oakland crematory. The ceremony reflected his wish for no religious rites as Rev. Edward Payne spoke and George Sterling read a funeral song.
A corn busker near Spalding Nebraska is identified as not being Jean Crone the poisoner linked to the Mundelein banquet. A. J. Brisette, steward of the Chicago Mundelein club, confirmed the man seen is not the wanted person.
London reports the British hospital ship Braemer Castle of 6280 tons, carrying wounded from Saloniki to Malta, was mined or torpedoed in the Aegean Sea. All on board believed saved. Reuters confirms torpedoing claims. Wolfe Named U S Attorney for Western District of Wisconsin. James L. Coke Named Hawaii Circuit Judge.
Washington was selected as the 1917 convention city by the National Executive Committee of the Womens Christian Temperance Union at a Claypool hotel meeting. The 1918 gathering is likely to be held in November.
Dorothy and Jessie Holeh twins of Mr and Mrs J G Holeh of Gilman received Ralston medals for saving Robert Wallace from drowning in a eleatern.
Census estimates project continental U S population around 102 826 209 on June 41 1917 with outlying possessions totaling 113 209 285 while Treasury statisticians use a different method to estimate 103 002 000 on November 1. Mrs J Pierpont Morgan widow of the financier is critically ill at her Highland Falls summer home near Newburg New York.
A chaotic 1920s night pageant features separate meetings for women men and general attendance at the Tabernacle and Methodist church led by several organizers. Reporters chase facts on a crowded scene with partial details and rumors about host, ushers, and a hen party.
The note records a grand total from last night with unclear partial figures and fragmented text. Key names or places are not readable, making specifics hard to determine.
Report from a Friday gathering at the Peace Machine Shop area notes a large women’s turnout at the tabernacle for a sermon by an evangelist. The piece humorously laments reporter’s inability to obtain full feedback, cites constraints from gunshot range and janitor’s absence, and mocks societal topics like dancing and card playing discussed during the event.
Community appeal urges immediate help for cold weather need. Readers are asked to donate usable clothing, especially children's wear, and drop items at the Fair store Foreman & Cochran's or A. J. Boyd's, or call I. E. Kuhns for help with delivery.
Portland judge rules motorcar can be a dangerous weapon in the assault case of Dr. A Warriner who drove down a motorcycle injuring Mr. and Mrs. Beckman on the Columbia highway. Judge Morrow cites American precedents and European battle field examples to justify the ruling.
A quirky Cleveland item notes Joseph Jordin of Willons hy as a fashion folk figure to escort lovers to see a parade of courtship symbols and social motifs. The piece jumbles city life with names and odd phrasing, reflecting a fragmented OCR read from a local column. Nearby updates report a Peoria meat market robbery, unrelated court reports, and real estate ads for Pumphreys addition with lots priced for quick sale.
Lake City Minn natives report James Scott plans a series of disk funeral receptions in distant locations. The records will include a wordless visitation a song by a ge see add a peeser and this type of record is planted per Soot a Presbyterian program is expected. Bacotists will offer characteristic services if a nostrone eulogy is desired.
The Brom v. Peacock trial opened this morning with a jury sworn at 1 a m. Judge Hunter sustained the defendant’s motion for a directed verdict, instructing the jury to find for Peacock after the plaintiff’s evidence. A automobile commission on Brom property was involved and later reclaimed. The Supreme Court affirmed Fisher Ball vs Carter.
Fairfield lodge No 1192 plans a December 11 to 16 charity event at the armory. Vaudeville entertainment and nightly dancing were set with merchant booths to attract patrons. Proceeds will support Christmas charity.
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