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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1918
Page
2
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Miss Alice Clinkinbeard leaves tonight for Washington D C after a surprise farewell party at Miss Ethel Daugherty's West Hempstead street home with about twenty five guests. Gifts were presented and games and music followed by a two course luncheon. The J M Club and Jefferson County Woman's Association also held gatherings and an annual Prince family reunion at J E Prince's home highlighted by patriotic decorations and memories of relatives abroad.
Jefferson county locals of the Farmers Educational and Co operative Union sponsor a picnic at Chautauqua Park on Saturday with music by the Unkrich band and the Farmers Union Quintette. Welcoming address by C. E. Wilson initiates program along with talks by O. F. Dornblazes and Senator J. M. Lindly. A permanent county organization is to be formed and a large turnout is anticipated.
No street services will be held this evening or this week due to extremely cold weather. Meetings are expected to resume next Friday evening with locations and leaders announced next week.
Chicago September 6 James W Gerard former ambassador to Germany urged a complete boycott of German made products. He told 500 war service conference members to pressure trades to hurt Germany after the war at the Auditorium hotel. In Washington September 4 I B Walker was placed in charge of all coastwise steamships under the advisory committee chaired by L J Spence.
Cedar Rapids Sept 4 Mrs B C Foster thirty wife of a Wollan farmer in hi committed suicide in a hotel room with a revolver. The tragedy occurred in the Town City hotel ending the life of the woman associated with a wealthy farming family.
Drake Clothing Co advertises khaki flannel shirts and sweaters for men and women. The listing highlights seasonal inventory with sizes and prices.
Bloomfield Sept 6 The Iowa annual conference marked 75 years with a jubilee at the Methodist church. Bishop Hughes delivered the anniversary address and recalled early appointments while praising the conference growth to 40,000 members, 300 churches, 130 parsonages and $2.35 million in property.
Miss Lucile Burke visits Ottumwa grandmother Mrs. G Shanetrom. Wilma Reitvelt heads to New York for a new position. Gus Scot family moves into I T Wildcarver property. Fred Morris family return to Marshalltown Mo from Mrs J D Morris home. Fred Morris Marshalltown and Mrs J D Morris return from Mt Pleasant. Finkel and Fieldman junk yard owners plan tomorrow trip to Ottumwa to observe Jewish New Year. yard closes tomorrow. Miss Millred Ferguson travels to Washington DC for government work. Mrs A N Neller and Rowena return from Minnesota. Mr and Mrs C M Brown move to Enta. Brown named executive for Asines Oil Co. Dean with company held for five years. Henry Oliver goes to New York City for army work training in France. Dr Henry Gordon of Belchnightshire today on business. Sweaters for Girls and Boys Drake Clothing Co. Great Opportunity in Y M C A work for men of Christian character. A K Harper.
The first annual Jefferson County Agricultural and Live Stock Show will run September 25 through 27 at the Fair grounds. Secretary George H. Koch reports strong countywide interest, large potential poultry exhibits, and a satisfactory financial canvass ensuring competitive prizes across all classes.
An advisory volunteer group outlines an interesting church program with several movements tied to church activities and diverse volunteer work for today and Saturday.
Retail ad notes fresh suits and overcoats arriving at The Drake Clothing Co with new stock and prices. Customers urged to visit for seasonal selections and fitting services.
London reports the Admiralty announced that during August a total of 124 165 tons of shipping were completed.
Fall winter coats arrive at Arene Clothing Co offering new weight overcoats for men and young men. Styles emphasize warmth and durability with modern cuts and classic lines. Visit Arene for sizes and colors.
An advertisement from the Drake Clothing Company promotes buying boys' knee pants. It emphasizes a sale or product line aimed at young male customers.
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