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Newspaper

Fairfield Journal

Location

Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1918

Page

4

Silver Medal Contest At Methodist Church Tonight

Temperance Legion hosts annual Silver Medal contest at the Methodist church this evening with poems songs and readings. Participants include Dorohy Samsion Averill, Loules Miescer, Ruttie Webber and Maude Meyserk with piano cello and vocal numbers. Admission is charged. proceeds support adopting a French or ____ project.

Temperance Legion Doro‘hyasamion Averill Li Gasamens Loules Miescer Webber

Notice of Final Report in Litton Estate

The District Court of Jefferson County announces the final report of the administrator of the estate of Willa J Litton and others. A hearing will be held on the third Thursday at 1:30 p.m. during the September term, at which time all claimants may appear and objections may be filed. If no valid objections are made, the administrator and bondsman may be discharged upon proper vouchers.

District Court of Laws Jefferson County Lion Willa. J Agger v. Litten Eald Vnal Sail Wassator bin Hondeman

Notice of Foreclosure Sale of Mortgaged Chattels

Foreclosure sale set for October 1918 at 1:30 PM at the Fairfield Court House Jefferson County Iowa detailing a 16-hp Peerless steam engine 10567 a 12 barrel water tank a 52 52 Advanced Modern Separator with blower feeder and weigher to satisfy $354.46 plus costs with cash payment on delivery of the Bill of Sale. Hormer L Rodgers Co B Rodgers and Richard C Leggett attorneys.

County Recorder Jefferson County Iowa Page Court House Fairfield County of Jefferson Jefferson, and State of

Wartime Letter From Daw Culbertson Describes Front Life

The letter reports daily life near the front including German canteen heat, French landscapes, and the occasional sight of tanks in action. It notes shortages, warm weather, and the danger of combat while expressing hope that homes will be rebuilt and civilians return.

A. BE. F Germany

Letters From Over There Describe WWI Front Life

An American soldier writes home about front experiences. He details wounds and medical care, French reactions to Allied victories, and longing for rest yet commitment to continue fighting. He notes the front as the only place for soldiers during the war and asks for letters from home.

Neer Ae Bor Pwo Leon Rikee Dls Vitor

Plot to revolt rocked Detroit meeting arrests nine

Justice agents detained nine Austrians and Russians after a Detroit gathering. Names were withheld awaiting more arrests. Officials say the plot planned to explode in several days after registration and target banks in three cities with about 20 000 men involved.

Justice Detroit Department of Justice Ion Isaid Chicago

National effort urged to curb paper waste during war

Citizens urged to cut paper use in three phases to save newsprint and coal. Government-backed campaign promotes cheaper groundwood grades and recycling. Major emphasis on saving old papers for remanufacturing, involving individuals, businesses, and newspapers in wartime conservation.

Chemnica

Notice of Subscription Price Increase for The Burlington Hawk-Eye

The Burlington Hawk-Eye announces an October 1 1918 price hike for mail subscriptions. Annual to $5, six months to $2.60, three months to $1.35, and single month to 50 cents. The notice frames the rise as a response to rising costs and widespread industry increases.

Hawk-Eye Burlington Iowa Illinois Missouri W. B. Southwell

For Sale Items From Local Notices

Three overcoats nearly new and a pair of fees almost new for sale by owners in service. Reed Baby Carriage French gray reversible gear for sale. Five passenger Chevrolet car under 6600 miles inquire care of Journal. Equity of about 190 in two city lots or trade for winter cow. Remainder of contract can be carried out. Address care of the Journal.

W. R. Keesey Reed Baby Carriage Journal 77

For Rent Listings from Local Square Area

Multiple rental notices list houses and rooms near the square. Properties include a four room house five blocks from the square with lights and gas, a ten room house at 505 South Third Street, a five room cottage at 204 East Madison Street, a three room furnished unit, and a seven room modern house seven blocks away. Contact numbers and names appear with each listing.

South Third Street Madison St C. M. Redick Jacob Scheffel

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