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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1918
Page
2
A wartime letter from Major J F Clark in a French hospital describes Allied advances and French morale while detailing brutal battlefield injuries. He notes 119 beds under his charge, daily dressings, scarce private rooms, and the emotional toll of choosing between saving limbs or lives.
The Royal Scotch Highlanders visit Centra t Park for a planned appearance tomorrow. Local fans anticipate a lively performance by the well known ensemble.
The Thirtieth Iowa Infantry reunion will be held in Fairfield on Wednesday and Thursday September 11 and 12 at the First Methodist church. The program includes welcomes, addresses, musical numbers, and a public business meeting.
The Royal Scotch Highlanders Band comes to Central Park Fairfield for a sacred concert at 3 30 p m Admission by tag system with half proceeds to the local Red Cross Yeoman lodge members in charge tags available from them
Zurich dispatch reports that a German general advised Chancellor Herting that any Reichstag discussion of current military events would harm the army and the German people, warning against public debate during the war era.
A terse notice invites men of Christian character to join a YMCA or Y T A project, listing a single contact A. K. Harper and the age 46 for eligibility.
A brief note depicts O'tiyer in their native attire, with a distinctive Gordon garment or accessory. The description emphasizes color and style, highlighting cultural dress and regional presentation.
Roy and Mrs. Stansberry hosted friends on West Jackson Street while Hawkeye Rebekah Club met at Mrs. Graham's home. Mrs. Clifford Strong visited from Des Moines, and Epworth League members gave a farewell for Roy Blosser bound for Park College. Ralph King was honored before leaving for Iowa City. A watermelon party entertained the Presbyterian orchestra. War Savings Society organized by the W R C ladies with 18 members. The Philathea Bible Class set Monday with officer elections and planned attendance.
Mrs Noble Iger is seriously ill at her North Sixth Street home. Er nest Swanson has arrived safely overseas. James and Clarence Stewart, nephews of Mr and Mrs C W Green, have arrived safely in France. Miss Mary Reeder returns home to Lockridge after visiting Mrs Green. Prof H W Duel, once of Volricht now a St Paul Minn high school teacher, recovering slowly from typhoid fever.
Washington announces the Distinguished Service Cross to Byron W. Hamilton of Jefferson County. He led a rushing attack on machine guns near Sergy France on July 28, wounded yet stood, then fought ten Germans, shooting five before they fled. His brothers Wayne and Harry also serve. he is son of Mrs. William Black near Perlee, a Quaker shown devoted to peace.
President R. Ames 2.ontgomery appeals Fairfield citizens to house Parsons College students entering the Student Army Training Corps. Rooms for three to four weeks are sought before Fairfield Hall becomes government barracks on October 1. Call Parsons College office with available space.
Messrs Ed and Paymond Allender form Allender Brothers Partnership and open The Main Meat Market. They offer a complete line of government inspected meats and invite the public to visit this evening for Sunday meat selections and quality service at good prices.
Exemption board notes indicate Verle Teeter will be sent to Camp Nod¢ee on September 10 for limited service. He will receive training as a clerk.
In Central Park tomorrow afternoon at 3 30 local time spectators are invited to a playful themed event featuring women’s teams performing a public display.
Wilbur Keezey will start his fall term of piano teaching on September 10 in connection with the College Students program. Students should register before September 10. 40 weeks are available.
J C McCabe announces a new sorghum mill with an evaporator pan. Park Campbell, a veteran sorghum maker, will be in charge. Limited custom work available. Telephone 255. Location 806 South 7th Street.
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