Airmmen Raid Germany and Bombardment of Allied Cities
British airmen bombed German stations behind the lines destroying 15 Gotha aircraft at St Denis and Westrom and damaged a troop train. French aviators bombarded Krokfert on the Main Stuttgart Treves and Coblenz in retaliation for German attacks on Dunkirk and other cities. German losses included several aircraft brought down while bombs fell on targets near Metz and Chambley.
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Dunkirk
le Dee
Ftankfoert-on-the Main
Coble
Longeau
Argentina’s President Hints Break With Germany
President Yrigoyen reveals Argentina will follow a defined stance on the war after a National Juvenile committee briefing. He notes the U S position should not drag Argentina into the conflict and says a congress of American neutrals may decide South America’s attitude, with a rupture with Germany possible.
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Iwenes
Irt
Germany
Gore Luxburg
Argentina
Eblic
Comandeer
Rigoven
South America
Gee
Rigoyen
United States
London Raid Death Toll Soars With German Bombers
London reports a devastating raid on October 3 in which more than 20 Gotha bombers attacked Seedon and southeastern counties. The attack caused heavy material damage from bombs and falling shrapnel. At least ten people were killed amid the chaos.
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London
Suiness
Seedon
German Troop Shifts To Italy As Mainsizza Offensive Looms
Washington reports German forces withdraw many Aus troops from France Gaul and Bukowina to reinforce the Italian front amid renewed Cadorna offensives at Mainsizza. Dispatches indicate the second phase of the battle nears.
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Aiser
Washington
Oct. S
Mainsizza
Germany
France
Gadeia
Bukowina
Cadorna
Thome
U. S. Acts to Cut Coal Cost
The fuel administration announces a limit on retailers profits intended to reduce anthracite prices and lower some bituminous grades. Coke is expected to drop nationwide.
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U. S
Fuel Administration
Washington
The
Governor Neville Accepts Colonelcy of Seventh Nebraska
Keith Neville of Nebraska accepts the colonelcy of the Seventh Nebraska National Guard. He will resign the governorship when the regiment is mustered into government service in Lincoln on October 3.
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Keith Neville
Nebraska
Seventh Regiment
Lincoln, Neb
Nebraska National Guard
Webb county jail crowded with wrackers captured on way to Mexico
Webb county jail in Laredo Texas is filled to overflowing with wrackers captured by federal authorities while they were attempting to reach Mexico.
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Texas
Laredo
Tex
Webb County
Mexico
Army opens balloon observation service for trained officers
The United States Army announces a new balloon observation branch. Men aged 25 to 35 with technical education may apply through Rollin J. Wilson, local branch chairman. Training lasts about two months, with commissions leading to immediate service in France. Apply promptly as limited slots exist.
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R. J. Wilson
Wharton Clay
Military Training Camp Association
Army
United States Army
France
Rollin J. Wilson
Military Training Camps Association
Election Test Divides Between Poor Man and Whisky Man
October 15 election will reveal which side voters take between aiding the poor and backing Prohibition era whisky interests. The brief notes the binaries are central to the local political fray and may shape policy shifts.
Prohibition Amendment Vote Urged Amid Temporary Measures
A brief urges voters to back the prohibition amendment and to ensure that measures already taken are kept in effect temporarily. The call emphasizes timely civic action and adherence to the current legal framework.
Philathea Bible Class to Hold Friday Browse
The Philathea Bible Class of the Methodist church will hold a browse at Miss Iva Galliher’s home one half mile northeast of the city Friday evening. Members should bring bread and butter sandwiches and meet at six o’clock at the Stever home on North B street. Mrs. Paul McLean hosted the Thursday Embroidery Club this afternoon at her west city home. The Sunshine Class of the English Lutheran Sunday School will meet Friday evening at Mabel Trail’s home 611 South 5th street for a short business meeting of importance.
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Philathea Bible
Methodist Church
Paul McLean
Sunshine
English Lutheran Sunday School
Mabel Trail
South 5Th Street
City enters potato market with 600 bushels on hand
Des Moines city officials under Mayor MacVicar moved to sell 600 bushels of potatoes. By noon more than 10 bushels had been sold at 1.20 dollars per bushel, five cents above the purchase price, with plans to sell more if needed.
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Des Moines
MacVicar
Jefferson County Insurance Union Annual Meeting Notice
Notice to members announces the regular annual meeting of all policy holders at Fairfield Public Library on Saturday October 13 at 10 00 a m Election of officers and other business may appear By order of the Executive Committee E Db Y Culbertson Sect 241 CO 48 11
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Jefferson County Insurance Union
Fairfield Public Library
E. Db. Y. Culbertson
Sect
When Journal Subscription Expires Prompt to Pay Ahead
The notice asks readers to confirm their subscription expiry date and urges paying in advance if owed through October 1. It encourages visiting the office or calling to verify and renew to avoid lapse.
Get Results Those People Column Ads Sure Do It
A brief item notes column ads claiming quick results and urging action. It highlights the effectiveness of a marketing tactic and signals reader interest in immediate outcomes.
Registration Notice for Fairfield Special Election
Registration books open in Fairfield on October 4, 6 and 13 1917 to register voters for the October 15 1917 special election. Registration in wards one to four at Court House Fulton s Cafe City Hall Public Library. Movers between wards must re register. Paul Coleson City Clerk.
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Fairfield
Ocober
Court House
Fulton’s Cafe
Fourth Ward
Automobiles and household items for sale in local column
Nearly new Studebaker and a Ford offered for sale with payment options. Also listed: a hard coal base burner in good condition, a Studebaker five passenger car with new tires in excellent running condition, a Willard piano with fine tone. Contacts include Russell Smith 337 and phone numbers 1589 2341 468.
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Studebaker
Ford
Russell Smith
W. B. Picken
Wanted Help for Auto Races and Hall Supplies
Wanted three ticket sellers three ticket collectors four policemen and two time keepers for two day races at the Fair Grounds Old Settlers Days. See H L Vickrey at the Court Hotel at once. Wanted six large soft coal stoves second hand. Phone numbers 2699 and 235 335 appear in the notice.
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Fair Grounds
H. L. Vickrey
Court Hotel
Dle
Jefferson County
Chariton Racing Co
Daily Journal
For Rent Four Listings Near Dexter Area
Five rooms near Dexter Washing Machine Factory with contact 171 338tt. Furnished room in modern home two blocks from the square call 2621 334. Three rooms in double house at 52 East Adams St Lee WG Gilbert 330. Six room house with five acres of ground listed by E F Simmons 308.
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Dexter Washing Machine Factory
East Adams St
Lee
Gilbert
E. F. Simmons
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James P. Moorhead
John T. Davies
Undertaker
George Q. Loesch
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