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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1918
Page
2
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A detailed, two‑part missive from a serviceman and family in a distant theater. He describes poor stationery, long hikes of 25 kilometers, daily rain, and meals while noting proximity to where Allan Jewett was buried. He mentions gas vigilance, job relocation, and plans to visit village markets for fishing tackle as he and others endure hardships. He also shares mail delays, a visit to a city rivaling Paris in beauty, and news from the English front plus hopes to send mementos.
J. E. Cohagan of Co hagan and Atherton has a letter from the Adjutant General in Des Moines naming him recommended for first lieutenant in the Ordinance department. He seeks assignment to service with traveling automobile repair shops behind the French lines and would receive three months training in the United States before deployment to France.
A patriotic program and social at Bradshaw School southeast of the city, led by teacher Belle Allender, raised enough money for the Junior Red Cross to reach 100 percent funding.
British and Greek forces report major advances on the Doiran front and in Macedonia. Serbs extend west toward the Crna river, with about 17 miles of advance, 15,000 prisoners and 50 guns captured. Cavalry pursuit follows across Cerna river as Bulgarian troops retreat. Paris confirms 10,000 Bulgarian prisoners sent to the rear on September 18.
Senator Tames Tramillion Lewis of ileave returns from a trip to France and England praising the harmonious feeling toward America. He notes American achievements and credit for arranging ship convoys as Allied soldiers land, while Germany’s leadership acknowledges the impact of America’s advances.
The Canadian and British recruiting missions in the United States will close October 12. After that date all Britons and Canadians of military age will be liable to the draft. Those within the draft age must enlist before September 20 or be liable to the draft.
The speaker notes Feltner was transferred from the battery and hospitalized after his horse fell and crushed his ankle. Hutchinge remains nearby and tents are pitched with him. Kent, a railroad man, was wounded at Chateau Thiery and has not returned to the outfit. The account ends with the writer stating they are well and have signed the payroll.
A short program at College Addition school, followed by a pie social, raised 13.75 for the Junior Red Cross and school needs. The P EBO ladies will host the B I L at a dinner Monday night at the Armory with Mrs J F Wilson chairing and Mrs FE Cc Bock as hostess assisted by several others.
Washington dispatch reports the Rainbow Division including Iowa units went over the top at Setecrey and advanced to the Thianmont area. They dug in for the day then moved into Thignmont the next day, advancing eleven miles in two days, taking about 1000 prisoners. Veterans hailed the effort as outstanding use of force.
The American Red Cross requests 5000 tons of used and surplus clothing for relief in Belgium. Clean durable garments for all ages are needed, plus sheets and infant garments. Bring or arrange pickup in Fairfield with dropoffs at the Savings Bank building area on Sept 27 and 28. materials due by Sept 30. J. P. Starr, Jefferson County Chapter chairman.
Mr and Mrs D O Friend of Brighton visit relatives in the city. Miss Alice Frasher travels to Des Moines to visit brother John Frasher at Camp Dodge. William Stever goes to Iowa City to join the Students Training Corps at Iowa University. Funeral for Wm Hufstedler draws business and civic leaders. stores close during service at family home. Several locals and visitors are noted: Lon Roths, Huddlestons, Beat rice Huddleston, Frank Brugemier, Katherine Black, Clarke Thompson, and William Lyon visit or travel related to Camp Dodge and Iowa City officials.
A large crowd overflowed the Methodist church Primary rooms for a joint reception honoring retiring pastor Dr W R Keesey and his successor Dr C L Tennant. Speakers praised their service and welcomed the new pastor as Delzell Green chaired and E F Simmons Rev R O H Polly Rev H H Anspach Prof V A Vartanian and Rev C B E Ward spoke warmly.
In Lenton on September 20 the Intercollegiate Labor conference votes unanimously to endorse the 14 points outlined by President Wilson. The action signals strong labor support for the war aims through the new world order proposal.
A British armed boarding steamer was sunk by a submarine. Fifty eight crew members are missing. In another item, an interallied conference will be held in Versailles, it was learned.
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