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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1917
Page
2
Mrs Thos B Allender and Mrs Dr McHenry were badly bruised and cut when Allender’s car slid on Church Creek hill and rolled on its side. Both women were thrown from the vehicle. Allender was trapped briefly. Cox assisted and transported them to town. Mrs Allender went home, Mrs McHenry to the hospital then to their rooms.
Federal authorities to probe possible German influence in the walkout of over 400 workers at Western Steel Car and Foundry Company on One Hundred and Thirty-sixth street and Brandon avenue. Workers earned between 7.70 and 8.40 per day and demand 10.20.
A Berne dispatch to the Wireless Press reports Emperor William traveling from Budapest toward Sofia to ease strains with Bulgaria. Germany and Austria pressed for military aid Bulgaria refused, while Bulgaria sought aid from the central powers, which was declined.
Karl Reiger a baker of 2430 South Oakley Avenue Chicago is held for investigation after being accused of threatening to poison President Wilson and the army Capt Thomas J Porter federal agent questioned him after being told of his remarks If I drafted Pilget into the bakery service and put poison in the bread go that will hit the whole army The man says he spoke in heat of an argument and edits the words.
Amsterdam dispatch reports the socialist Berlin organ urging full restoration of Belgium as a matter of justice and conscience. It claims Belgium has the right to independence, regardless of Germanist opposition and political pressure.
Des Moines reports 281 Iowa counties soldiers registered for the second increment totaling 4099 men. By today noon about 2500 more expected from North Dakota and nearby states. The 88th division will reach 20475 National Army men as training begins immediately.
John Cochran reports his brother George has reached Des Moines with the Fairfield draft group. They registered at 9 45 and were assigned to companies. The medical corps assignments include George Cochran Percy J Easton Edmund Kearns and Donald M Koons. Exams were planned for Sunday afternoon or Monday morning. The regiment remains unknown.
Senator Robert M. La Follette Jeannette Rankin and Thomas Van Lear lead a convention session of producers with consumers under the National Nonpartisan league. Albert M. Todd advocates public ownership of utilities and natural resources for social justice. Judge Torrance urges citizens to buy Liberty bonds and Farmers to show their worth beyond food. The talk avoids wheat price fairness issues.
Rome Sept 24 General Cadornas forces raced forward through the night on the Julian battle front. In the Bainsizza plateau Austrian attacks near Kal and Voonik were repulsed after heavy artillery preparation.
John Z Wildman, a prominent Fairfield businessman and contracting carpenter, died Saturday night at his South Second Street home after years of declining health. A native of Winchester born December 25, 1856, he leaves a widow Ida and three children, plus siblings and extended family. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2 PM at his home, led by Rev. H A Mosser.
A memorial service in honor of W. E. B. Thompson, longtime board member, will be held at Parsons College Chapel tomorrow at ten in the morning. Speakers include A. G. Jordan, R. J. Wilson, J. S. McKenney, and W. G. Ross, with a cordial public invitation to attend.
Mrs J O Boyd of Libertyville visits here while Ed Stoner and son drive to Muscatine. Dr R C Sayers leaves for Alcona to visit his brother. Chas Cornick of Mt Pleasant visits his parents in Fairfield. Marriage licenses issued to John Beghtel and Beulah Brown and to Frank Kirkpatrick and Esther Myrick. Cochran and Taylor visit Milton for a relative's funeral.
Mattie Bell McMullen Carmichael born November 27 1873 near Fairfield Iowa died September 21 1917 after two years illness. She married C D Teeter May 16 1394 and bore Gladys in 1914. She later married Hugh Carmichael June 11 1902 and mother Elizabeth born May 15 4. She joined Prairie Chapel church then Stockport M E church and remained faithful. Survived by husband Elizabeth Gladys Caster and mother three sisters Cora Crowner Anna Gudgell Effie Mirandi brother William and many friends. Funeral at home Stockport Sunday 10 AM conducted by Rev J W Stine Burlington Interment Fairfield cemetery.
Dispatches from Berlin report the Germania, the Catholic center’s leading newspaper, has been suppressed until further notice. It stood between the annendationist Cologne Volks Zeitung and the Erzberger School, exerting strong influence. The censorship move is described as daring.
Nine people died and many were injured in an explosion at an ammunition factory in Ireland. The incident was officially announced from London on September 22.
Pauline Frederick stars in The Love That Lives directed by Robert G. Vignola at the Orpheum. She brings depth to the scrubwoman Molly, delivering charm and pathos that elevate the role beyond expectation. Show runs Tuesday September 25.
R. H. H. Spence, county treasurer, announces that the penalty on taxes takes effect on October 1. The notice emphasizes collection rules and potential penalties for overdue assessments.
Sergt. Hanley arrives in Fairfield carrying the highest recommendations from the press across the northwest, signaling strong acclaim for his service.
Privileges for Old Settlers Day are listed under Walter Bean as the key organizer. The note directs readers to Bean for details on eligibility and ceremonies.
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