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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1909
Page
6
Secretary of Agriculture Wil son returns to Washington after a month in the western states praising good crops and rising land prices. He notes meat prices may stay high this winter as cattle and livestock remain costly, and corn is dear. He links ranch breakup to slower livestock output but expects reclamation and dry farming to boost future yields and herds.
At the Des Moines Army tournament a mock fortification built of lumber rises sixteen feet as 600 to 800 infantrymen assault it. The attack shows extended order methods with rifle fire from the flanks and a human pyramid to scale the wall. Officials claim 800 men can be passed over at about 100 per minute.
Texas newspaper editor Reilly rode from San Antonio to Chicago in cowboy gear to invite President Taft to visit San Antonio on October 17. Taft said he looked forward to the visit with pleasure after meeting Reilly at the ball game.
Logan Iowa September 17. J A Barr of Logan and Vern Van Scoy win government lands opened north of Blackfoot Idaho by dispatch. Barr’s number is 116 and Van Scoy’s 16.
The annual reception for new students at Parsons college, hosted jointly by the Young Men's and Young Women's Christian Association, was held in Ballard hall. Guests were greeted with a playful left handed reception, mingled in a cordial receiving line, and enjoyed music and refreshments, described as one of the most pleasant in years.
A traveling visitor commends the city for its fine band and urges audiences to show appreciation. He notes the crowd’s lack of applause and hats during the Star Spangled Banner and Dixie and asks Fairfield to encourage lively support at summer concerts.
The Fraternal Order of Eagles held a large convention parade in Omaha on September 17 with about 8,000 uniformed members, bands, floats, and a ritual demonstration at the Auditorium. Visiting Eagles led the procession as local chapters followed. Louisville leads in contention to host next year’s gathering, ahead of St. Louis.
William Porter president of the Associated Oil company of San Francisco suffered a cerebral apoplexy in New York as he was about to leave the office of Judge Robert Lovett the new chairman of the Union Pacific and Southern Pacific executive committee He was rushed to a hospital in critical condition.
About thirty friends hosted a kitchen and dining room shower for Miss Kathrine Calhoun near the city with gifts for her future home. The surprise party began around eight, featured unwraps, games, and refreshments as guests offered congratulations to the bride to be, Miss Erickson.
John Coleman returns to activity after illness while Irene Carter recovers. Mrs. J R Laughlin hosts visitors from Chicago Gerrard Pa and Clearwater OH. Mrs Slimmer dies at 92 after long illness. funeral held at Fell Cemetery with three children surviving. Presbyterians lay new cement walk. Birthday Club hosted by H L Rodabaugh. mid summer picnic planned by Ladies Aid at Mrs L Leedy's home. Preston Ashmead sells farm to local buyer. Various visits and illnesses listed among Jefferson County residents.
Des Moines reports 400 miners at the Enterprise mine end a two week strike and return to work. The coal company withdraws rent notices, keeping the old 1.50 per room rate while a joint executive board studies a long term settlement. The outcome favors the miners, with a temporary victory over the proposed 2.00 rate.
The Des Moines Methodist conference heard a memorial from Rev W H Shipman urging amendment of church rules to elect district superintendents by ministers rather than bishops. The memorial becomes tomorrow's order of the day for debate. Six district superintendents reported their district work, with Superintendent Collins of Creston district highlighting the church's vitality.
Americans employed at the Pressed Steel Car plant in Schoenville returned to work with the American flag leading their column. They had split from foreign strikers and agreed to resume duties after conditions were settled when the strike ended last week.
During a Des Moines state fair grounds military tournament week of September 20 a mountain artillery display unfolds. An attacking column confronts entrenched foes but rifle fire fails. A signal releases horses carrying packs, soldiers rush to wheels and mount mountain howitzers to unleash rapid fire.
A parent admonishes his son about academic standing while the boy jests that teachers were easier to fool in the past. The light banter showcases classroom dynamics and a witty retort about schooling.
Mrs Clyde Bell and her children traveled to Des Moines last night for a short visit with friends and relatives.
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