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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1918
Page
4
A soldier's letter from Aberdeen Proving Grounds Maryland to his family describes Maryland's woods and Chesapeake Bay scenery after shipping to the front. He details barracks life clothing, food, and a lively camp culture while praising camaraderie and duty.
Classified items include a 3 burner oil stove with high back and 50 gal drum, a glass front oven, and a baby buggy. Sorghum for sale. Trade equity in 100 acres near Fairfield for a dwelling. Rentals: two 3 room cottages and a seven room house with gas and lights. Contacts J M Hunter, J O Danielson, and others with phone numbers and addresses.
A recruit from the One Hundred Sixty third depot brigade received a military court martial death sentence for disobeying orders. The War Department commuted the sentence to hard labor for 20 years after records showed he refused to wear the uniform.
Washington reports the packers and the Food Administration will keep October hog prices near 18.50 per hundred, following a producers committee suggestion. No fixed price for November yet, but support for a 15.50 minimum remains.
WANTED A housekeeper to care for small children at 610 W Kirkwood for H F Keltner. WANTED At once a man at Fairfield Steam Laundry. WANTED Woman for general housework on farm for a family of three, call 5507. WANTED Situation by a middle aged lady with old people or small family, call 3764. Government needs 2900 clerks with October exams, salary 1200, no experience needed. Write J C Leonard for details, 275 Kenoi Building Washington.
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