Four Out of a Hundred War Casualties Compared
Wartime data shows lower casualty rates for American troops and allied forces. Reports cite life expectancy tables and mortality rates among 21 to 31 year olds, contrasting peacetime deaths with projected war losses. French and Allied casualty statistics suggest modern armies suffer smaller losses relative to size, while American soldiers prepare with advanced training and weapons.
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War and Navy Departments
Leslie's Weekly
Luther B. Little
Economic World
Miles M. Dawson
London Prudential
United States
America
Conklin Mann
M. Andre Tardieu
Charleroi
October 15 dateto vote for Iowa Prohibition amendment
A dated reminder urges voters to cast ballots on October 15 for the Iowa Prohibition amendment. The note highlights the upcoming election and stresses civic participation.
Farewell Banquet Planned for Jefferson County Leaders
Businessmen and citizens request Ed to decorate as committees prepare a farewell banquet for Jefferson county selected men tomorrow at seven at the Armory. Some confusion exists about the arrangements and details remain to be finalized.
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Jefferson County
Armory
Williams verdict for 325 dollars in district court
In the district court this morning KE M Peacock versus B J Hall was heard with a jury of twelve. The Williams versus Weber and Meredith case concluded last evening with a verdict for the plaintiff totaling 325.00.
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KE. M. Peacock
B. J. Hall
District Court
J. F. Stortz
J. B. Bennett
D. I. Paul
Tom Cathey
J. W. Price
F. J. Bradfield
A. C. Keller
Ray Johnson
W. H. Brewer
C. G. Harwood
Arthur DuVall
J. F. Peterson
Williams
Williams Vs. Webber & Meredith
Fairfield Contingent Lunch Arranged for Trip to Camp Dodge
W C Harrell Fairfield Iowa directs county board to provide a sixty cent lunch for thirty Fairfield men leaving at noon September 22 from Frazier Hotel Ottumwa with Red Cross band escort and Ottumwa arrangements, then train to Camp Dodge Des Moines arriving 5 45 pm where supper will be provided under Government care.
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Fairfield
Frazier Hotel
Ottumwa
County Board
QMC
Red Cross Society
Camp Dodge
Des Moines
General Plummer
M. M. Reno
Banquet for 75 Men of First National Army Explained
The Daily Journal repeats that only 75 selected men will attend the banquet. The public may come to the Armory at eight after the banquet for the program. Fairfield business people are urged to display patriotic decorations Friday and Saturday around the square.
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The
Daily Journal
First National Army
Armory
Fairfield
British Drive Expands Front East of Ypres
Special to Journal reports a new British offensive on a wide front east of Ypres with captures of important positions in early accounts. The London dispatch dated Sept 20 notes renewed effort and gains along the line.
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Ypres
London
Frank K Leedham Found Dead at Home
Frank K Leedham, in poor health for two years, was found dead today about noon in an outhouse at his home on South Third Street. Heart trouble was the cause of death.
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Frank Leedham
South Third Street
Neal Jones Named Managing Editor of New York Tribune
The Des Moines News reports Neal Jones, a former Fairfield resident and Des Moines journalist, will soon assume the role of managing editor at the New York Tribune. Jones previously worked at the Des Moines Register, The Capital, and The News, later serving as city clerk before joining the Cleveland Press and Omaha News.
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Neal Jones
NEW York Tribune
The
Des Moines News
Fairfield Resi
Des Moines
Omaha
New York
New York City
Jones
Des Moines Register
Capital
News
Cleveland Press
Omaha News
Warden shoots during Iowa prison riot ends in inmate’s death
At Fort Madison Iowa a prison riot followed Archie Darling’s refusal to work. Will Johnson a convicted killer assaulted Deputy Warden James Taylor and a guard, George Bruce was fatally shot as Enderie fired to stop Johnson. The guard force was doubled and strain noted.
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Fort Madison
Archie Darling
George Bruce
James Taylor
Will Johnson
Anamosa
Enderie
Darling
Johnson
Winn
Selected men to fill Iowa Guard head to Ft. Deming
Dispatch from Des Moines says volunteers from Jefferson Henry Des Moines and Louisa counties heading to Camp Dodge will join the depot brigade and be assigned to First and Second Iowa National Guard regiments to proceed to Deming immediately.
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Iowa
FT. Deming
the Daily Journal
Mt. Pleasant News
Des Moines
Jefferson
Henry
Louisa Counties
Camp Dodge
Local society notes and community events
The Non Siesta Bible Class meets Friday at 7 30 pm at the Wolf home for a social and business gathering. A Perry Bates home reunion honors Mrs Sperry and James Bates with about 25 relatives. The Unkrich Boys Band hosts a farewell party for William Smith, who departs for Camp Dodge after three years of service. Philathea Bible Class members attend the Katavia Sunday School convention.
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English Lutheran Church
Andrew Wolf
Fast Adams Street
Perry O. Bates
City
Charles Sperry
Grafton
James Bates
Takemah
Nebraska
Unkrich Boys
William Smith
Warren Mitchell
Mr. Smith
Camp Dodge
William
Philathea
Methodist Church of
Katavia
Vote Yes for Amendment on October 15th
The notice urges voters to support the Amendment at the October 15 election, presenting appeal to home and happiness. It emphasizes the upcoming vote date and calls for civic participation.
Prohibition Amendment Campaign Spending in Iowa
Officials report funds from a liquor interests push in Iowa to sway voters against the proposed Prohibition amendment. Critics warn the expenditure misleads the public and could affect the October 15 vote.
New Loans to Allies Increase War Support
The treasury department advanced new loans of 96 million pounds to Great Britain and 20 million dollars to France. These latest credits lift total Allied loans to 2.5014 billion dollars.
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Washington
Treasury Department
Great Britain
France
Prohibition Amendment Vote Prompted Temporary Action
A brief notice urges voters to support the prohibition amendment, emphasizing the temporary nature of previous measures and directing attention to the upcoming decision. The fragment references the number 264 as part of the incomplete context.
Aged Fairfield Man Surprises Friends With Fast Pace
R J Gudgell, a Fairfield resident well past 60, says Tanlac keeps him in top form. He reports improved health after kidney and bladder troubles, back weakness, and sleep issues. Gaumer Bros. promotes Tanlac as a tonic aiding stomach, kidney, and liver problems with many customers endorsing it.
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R. J. Gudgell
Fairfield
Mr. Gudgell
Gaumer Bros
Cudgrell
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Harry Canterbury
Philip Crile
J. Gudgell
Ralston’s
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Poplin
Ss—K—I—R—T—S
Parsons College Conservatory OF Music
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