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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1917
Page
2
An editor manager is recorded at the Fair Geld Iowa post office as a primary second class matter. The entry notes the individual’s posting status and location for mailing classifications.
Jefferson county men likely go to army training with third and fourth increments scheduled. Gov. Harding hires counsel to review exemption cases. Governor may direct re openings. Plan delays due to unfinished cantonments and rail movement limits.
The Old Settlers celebration proceeds today and tomorrow despite cold weather that kept crowds away this morning. Tomorrow is expected to bring much larger attendance with Hon. Willem Jennings Bryan to speak at the Chautauqua auditorium. Congressman John C. Cooper of Ohio is ill and will miss his speaking engagement tomorrow. The industrial parade ran this morning with many prominent exhibitors and vehicles. The Daily Journal will publish at noon today and tomorrow due to the event.
The Girls' Club of the Lutheran church will meet Friday evening at the home of Mrs Bert Dill on North Main Street. Announcements note recent marriages in the area and homecomings planned for October.
Mrs Walter Prouty of Lockridge attends Old Settlers in the city and visits with her parents Mr Mer Wm Raseell and Mrs Lor en White, where a baby boy is mentioned. A small note lists household items and milk bottle counts as part of a sale or listing.
Peoria Illinois October 10 Coroner W D Elliott prepared to hear testimony as W G Roberts a cousin said relatives believe Barker banker and millionaire was murdered. The scene may not have been the bathroom and Barker's wife in Chicago under medical care awaited question. Funeral services at Parker residence by Dr B G Carpenter. Burial at Springdale cemetery.
About twelve racing cars are entered for the big auto races to be held this afternoon and tomorrow at the Chariton Fair Grounds under the Chariton Racing Club. H L Vickrey is in charge and notes light showers helped firm the track. Entries include Dusen tere Staver Fords Buicks and Saxons with local cars in the free for all races on both flags. Out of town cars will be at the Ford Garage for inspection today and tomorrow morning.
Citizens urged to vote yes on October 15 for permanent prohibition amendment in Towa. Backers claim broad support across parties while alcohol producers oppose the measure. The call to action emphasizes the perceived moral and civic benefits of banning booze.
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