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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1916
Page
8
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National Republican ticket listed Charles E. Hughes for president with Charles W. Fairbanks as vice president. Includes Congressional candidate Co. A. Kennedy for Congress.
A rusted iron frame and heavy terra cotta roof blocks on the court house clock tower prompted officials to remove all terra cotta and install new iron rods. A slate roof will replace it, improving safety and reducing future replacement costs.
Mrs Harriett Ann Kyle longtime Jefferson county resident died Sunday at her Richwoods home after a cancer illness. Funeral services are set for 2 pm tomorrow from the residence, with Rev Carson presiding. She is survived by siblings Jasper Lynn and Mrs H S Angstead and by daughter Mrs George Neal. Born January 15 1836 in Pennsylvania, she moved to Iowa in 1844 and joined the Methodist church.
Dustin Farnum stars in the Pallas Paramount photoplay Davy Crockett coming to the Orpheum Theatre Tuesday October 17. The windproof doe-skin suit, tailored from an old wood-cut design, kept him comfortable amid a mountain snowstorm while others suffered. The outfit used soft chamois like skins selected from a large supply and crafted by studio camp Indians in genuine fashion.
Ottumwa resident Roscoe Emry visits the city today, stopping at local spots and meeting residents. The occasion highlights Ottumwa's visitor program and community outreach as Emry engages with local businesses.
A massive barn on the Stever home farm west of Burlington burned Saturday night, destroying the 60 by 150 foot structure and its 450 tons of hay 1,500 bushels of oats 300 bushels of corn and seed. The blaze also claimed two horses a colt a stallion three boats and much farm machinery. No serious injuries or deaths occurred though two autos were wrecked as bystanders rushed to help. The barn built in 1893 by Solomon Siver and recently re-shingled valued at 20 000 to 25 000 with no insurance.
Atty J P Starr visited Des Moines to see his daughter Helen and attend the National Christian convention. Mrs Samuelson and children visited the Jno Samuelson home in Packwood. May Shelton returned from a two week Des Moines visit. David Casset of the Otterbein Quartette departed for Chicago after a short stay, with plans for an eastern tour. Fred Wise also belongs to the troupe.
A group of friends enjoyed a day trip to Keokuk with baskets and a picnic. Residents hosted the Dorcas society gathering at the First Baptist church. Mrs. Ralph Munroe entertained young ladies in honor of Miss Mary LaTourette of Comanche. Ed Harlan and the Wit and Wisdom club toured Des Moines area battlefields including Black Hawk’s last fight. WCTU and Elzevir Society meetings and university social events followed with seasonal menus and gatherings.
A reader from Allen Mills, Pennsylvania endorses Woley's Woney and Tar as a long term remedy for coughs, croup, and whooping cough. The testimonial claims the product relieves hoarseness and wheezy breathing and notes it is sold by Jomecho & Hasto.
The Beckwith Colt and Colt Show will be held Tuesday October 17 at Beckwith school No 5 with good weather expected. The public is invited. The Ladies Aid of Bethesda church offers a program at 10 30 am featuring recitations readings and music. Coin judging by Prof Douglas of Ames and colt judging by Prof Girton of Ames with entries due by 9 30 am and grounds haltered by noon. Lunch will be served.
William Louden turns 75 as he travels with Mrs Louden to Chicago en route to the Implement and Vehicle Manufacturers' Convention in Atlantic City. Born October 16, 1841 in Cassville Pennsylvania, he moved to Fairfield with his family in 1842 and has lived in the county and city since 1869.
We thank friends for kindness during Albert G Proband illness and death and for floral offerings. Signed by Mrs Albert G Proband Mrs Phillip Sauer W H Proband Henry A Proband Mrs W A Hagan.
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