Airmen Raid Germany Across Fronts In October Bombardments
British and French air forces conducted widespread night raids on German targets including Frankfurt am Main Stuttgart Koblenz and Dunkirk. Bombings damaged military depots and railway facilities while German defenses claimed losses among pilots and aircraft. Reports note explosives dropped on Routers Metz and Chambley areas with several German planes shot down or forced to land.
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Laris
Krokfert-on-the Main
Stuttgart
Preves
Coblenz
Dunkirk
Bee -Polle
Jankfort-on-the-Main
Trees
Metz-Sur-Woippy
Bignwille
Chambley
Spinecourt
Tilly
Longeau
Bree
Argentina’s Irigoyen sets stance on neutral war issue
President Irigoyen outlines Argentina's position on the war and national policy, saying he will adhere to a cautious course and call a congress soon. The statement, released through the National Juvenile committee, stresses Argentina cannot be dragged into the war by the United States and points to a possible rupture with craviny.
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Asenos
Aires
Iri‘eyeveo
Germaboy
Luxburg
Watt Ovill
Argentina
Irigoyen
Congress
South America
Gee
Rigoyen
United States
London Raid Death Toll Reaches Sixteen
London reports a German air raid over London and southeast England on Monday night. About 20 Gotha bombers participated, causing damage from bombs and shrapnel. Sixteen people are confirmed dead with many injured as the raid’s casualties mount.
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London
Adon
German shifts troops to Italian front as Cadorna assault renews
German authorities move large contingents from France and from Galicia and Bukovina to reinforce Italy after reports of renewed Italian operations on the Bainsizza plateau. Dispatches from Trieste indicate the second phase of the battle is imminent.
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Aiser
Washington
Coal Price Curbs Expected to Cut Costs Nationwide
The fuel administration announces its order limiting retailers’ profits should reduce anthracite prices generally and lower bituminous prices on certain grades and sizes with Coke expected to drop across the country.
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Fuel Administration
Washington
The
Governor to Lead Troops in Seventh Nebraska Regiment
Lincoln Neb Oct 3 4 Gov Keith Neville of Nebraska accepts the colonelcy of the Seventh Nebraska National Guard regiment and will resign as governor when the unit is mustered into government service.
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Keith Neville
Nebraska
Seventh Regiment
Wills
Lincoln, Neb
Keith Wile
Nebraska National Guard
Webb County jail crowded with wlackers captured heading to Mexico
Webb County jail in Laredo Texas is crowded as federal authorities detain wlackers during a crackdown on cross border travel. The incident highlights ongoing efforts to curb illicit transit through the area.
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Laredo
Tex
Webb County
Mexico
United States Army inaugurates balloon observation service
The Army introduces a balloon observation branch for captives balloons with parachute equipped observers. Qualified men aged 25 to 35 may apply for commissions from first lieutenant with $2,000 yearly pay plus 5 percent active service bonus. Two month training, assignment to France, contact Rollin J. Wilson for blanks and details. limited openings, acted quickly.
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R. J. Wilson
Wharton Clay
Military Training Camp Association
Army
United States Army
October 15 Ballot Question Sparks Prohibition Debate
Voters weigh a prohibition amendment on October 15 with a focus on aiding the poor while ensuring temporary measures remain in effect. Supporters urge strict limits on alcohol and a return to temperance values.
Local club events planned around city homes
The Philathea Bible Class will hold a browse at Miss Iva Galliher's home Friday evening with members bringing their own bread and butter sandwiches, meeting at 6 pm at the Stever home on North B street. Mrs. Paul McLean hosted the Thursday Embroidery Club this afternoon west of the city for a pleasant gathering. The Sunshine Class of the English Lutheran Sunday School plans a Friday evening visit to Mabel Prail at 611 South 5th Street with a brief business meeting noted as important.
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Philathea Bible
Methodist Church
Paul McLean
Sunshine
English Lutheran Sunday School
Mabel Prail
South 5Th Street
Registration Notice for Fairfield Special Election
Registration books will be open in Fairfield on October 4 5 and 13 1917 for the Special Election to be held October 15 1917. Voting places include First Ward Court House Dosis St M Bea Second Ward Fultons Cafe PeeS Ea Third Ward City Hall Fourth Ward Public Library. Movers to a new ward since last election must re register. City Clerk Paul Coleson.
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Fairfield
Ocober
Court House
Third Ward
City Hall
Fourth Ward
Automobiles for sale and used items listing
Nearly new Studebaker and a Ford available on easy terms. Also a hard coal base burner in good condition and a Willard piano with fine tone. Contacts include Russell Smith and W. B. Picken, with phone numbers 1589 and 2341 plus item numbers 337 and 320 321 331.
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Studebaker
Ford
Russell Smith
W. B. Picken
Willard
Jefferson County Insurance Union Annual Meeting Notice
Notice to policy holders of the Jefferson County Insurance Union announces the regular Annual Meeting at Fairfield Public Library on Saturday October 13 at 7:00 p m. Election of officers and any other business to be conducted by the Executive Committee. Also job ads for auto race staff and second hand stoves.
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Jefferson County Insurance Union
Fairfield Public Library
Dle
Jefferson County
Chariton Racing Co
H. L. Vickrey
Court Hotel
Daily Journal
City Sells Potatoes In Des Moines Market
Des Moines, October 3. With 600 bushels on hand the city began selling potatoes and by noon over 100 bushels were disposed of at 1.20 dollars per bushel, which is 20 cents above the purchase price. Mayor MacVicar proposed the plan and it was approved by the city council. More potatoes may be sold this way if needed.
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Des Moines
MacVicar
Journal Subscription Renewal Prompt
The note urges readers to check subscription expiry and pay in advance if it runs to October 1. It invites in person visits or a call to confirm status and avoid lapses, touting the effectiveness of Classifieds.
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Germany
Frankfort-on-Main
Treves Ama Coblenz
Amsterdam
Gotha
St. Denis
Westrom
Siwis
America
J. S
Texas
France
Rollin J. Wilson
Military Training Camps Association
Dosis
Second Ward
Fulton’s Cafe
Pees Ea
Paul Coleson
People’s Column
E. D. Y. Culbertson
Fair Grounds
Dexter Washstory
East Adams St
Lee
Gilbert
E. F. Simmons
Fairfield Theatre
East Broadway
Mary Maclaren
Triangle
Frank Keenan
Orpheum Orchestra
William Fox
Gladys Brockwell
Uncle Tom
S Cabin
Minnesota
Caron C., B. & Q
Frank D. Kerrick
Tribune
Parsons College Conservatory OF Music
James P. Moorhead
John T. Davies
Undertaker
George Q. Loesch
L. E
Alita Dane
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