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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1912
Page
13
County correspondence lists visits and illness across Galesburg Ills Monmouth Batavia and Birmingham. Mentions Vera Schlief apendicitis Frank Fulton to Berkeley law school Fulton's bank post, schoolhouse nearing completion, community visits and social events with multiple families named.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Davidson and children dined with the Teeters. Asa Roberts and John Bell couples took a carriage trip to Brookville. Susan Booth returned home after visiting friends. Rain improves dust and pastures. Mary A. Davidson hosted a family reunion during the fair. Sam Davidson and granddaughter Lucille joined John Bell for Sunday dinner. Koontz Booth Ross and families called on Ross at John Ross home. Lucille Anderson and Ethel Greeson visited Will Greeson. Sam Fowler and sisters were in the city Monday.
Mrs Sam Rimiker and two children from Rock Rapids are guests of relatives in Libertyville. Celia and Anna Jacobson of Chicago stay with the Jess Cornell family. Miss Mabel Davis of Moline visits her parents Mr and Mrs Wallace Davis. Mrs Roy Bennett of Albuquerque N M leaves after a month here. Mrs Babcock and Pennsylvania children visit Mrs Marion Davis. Grace Cornell goes to Centerville for an extended visit. Mrs Ed Copeland and children from Tama Iowa stay with Iva Peebles. Mrs Frank Fell and son Gerald are mentioned among local guests.
Mrs Eva Lesher visits friends in Salina. H Heaton of Glendale attends Presbyterian service. Everett Hollander and wife visit at Dallas Bates Home. A Gilworth and wife visit Schietz home. Charley Teller dies and is buried at Upper Richwoods cemetery. Ice cream social supports Erickson fund. Farm for sale 110 per acre 142 acres see Henry Monson. Lewis Kirchner buys farm behind Ed Parson with possession. 130 acres good improvements orchard water stock and grain farm 70 per acre see H Monson.
Miss Hale of Floris visits sister Mrs Clarence Dearborn. W V Linder of Libertyville visits relatives here. Families of McVey Brown attend Fred Browns Hedrick gathering. Mary Cuddy Hedrick visits F M Linder. Locals attend Fairfield fair. Several families visit James Sutton. Carl Black and daughter from Abingdon visit Thomas Black.
Abingdon residents and guests are listed visiting relatives and towns including Ottumwa Linby and Denver. People noted include Floyd Hafferty S H Keen Margaret Packwood and others. A metal fence replacement at Schooley’s adds to farm appearance and local livestock suffered a wolf attack west of town.
A long list of Sunday visits and day trips through Packwood and nearby towns. Residents such as Mrs. Sally Cline Abingdon, L G Myers family, Miss May Peters, Nina and Neta Carthey with their grandfather, and many others are noted visiting relatives or spending time with friends. Several residents plan travel or have recently returned from Minnesota Missouri Sigourney and Canada while others attend events or normal school sessions.
The community records summer outings visiting relatives and friends across Missouri and Colorado. Local residents including Mr and Mrs Marshall Case Mr and Mrs Mark Toothaker and children attended from Middletown. A lost yellow dog with white neck band is claimed by calling. People travel to Colora do and Truman Parsons home.
The Chautauqua closed Thursday after a pleasant run starting on the 3rd. Mr and Mrs Matt Hook visited Henry Turner and family Sunday evening. Fairfield fair attendance draws locals while Camp meeting begins August 11 with Rev Pratt of St Louis. Quarterly meeting at Friends church planned August 18. Rain helps dust, Mary Wiggins visits Woolson and Keokuk guest Alberta Tracy stays with F S Eck.
Describes octopus anatomy including over 100 suction cups per arm and a parrot beak like jaw. Explains how suckers create vacuums to grip prey and how the creature uses a rasping tongue to devour crabs and lobsters. Notes predators including whales sharks conger eels and the octopus color changes for camouflage.
A Seville bull ring incident ends with a hungry teen denied food and sentenced to a fortnight in prison after prompting authorities with a plea from the crowd. The episode led to a new law printed on the bullfight program, illustrating growing social neglect in the city.
A reflection on grafting and seed origin in apples. The seed carries traits from the original producer, risking poor fruit if grown directly. Persistent selection and grafting over years yield the modern varieties, as Harper’s notes.
The article notes Goethe was praised as the hand somest man in Europe, described as a little over six feet tall and well built. It hints at further remarks but centers on his striking appearance and stature.
John A. Dix lauds Governor Wilson’s acceptance speech as broad in vision and clear in thought. He praises tariff reform, downward revision, and the Rule of right and common advantage guiding national issues toward freedom, justice, and progress. The speech, he says, will awaken the national conscience and restore people’s control of government.
The responses from prominent figures praise the acceptance as admirable and original. John W. Kern calls it a masterpiece aligning with progressive sentiment and business interests. William H. Mann hails it as wise and prophetic for Democratic success and supremacy. Frederick W. Plaisted commends its clear portrayal of issues and democratic spirit. Eugene FoIbs also lends support.
Thomas Mottosborne of Auburn N Y notes Governor Wilson’s remarks fit the occasion and the man, progressive yet sane and strong, an inspiring kickoff for the campaign. He says the leaders of the regenerated Democratic party must pursue honesty and justice rather than partisan theater.
The Sun lauds Governor Wilson for a balanced approach and timely merit, contrasting with critics while supporting repair over destruction. The Times endorses his emphasis on shared benefits and the partnership of all people as a practical path to prosperity.
The subject appears short in stature yet carries a commanding presence. His facial features resemble a Roman type with lighter hair and striking early life good looks, preserved well into extreme old age.
A London Punch excerpt shows a prizefighter threatening a schoolmaster after a boy is beaten. The master stammers a vague denial as the champion insists on accountability and insists he could handle the boy himself.
A Baltimore American note remarks that the principal characters in that play are a baby and a horse and comments on the dramatist’s inventive use of language. The piece reflects literary humor and contemporary arts scrutiny.
A playful exchange in a clipping notes a young woman asking for ties. A clerk suggests a gentleman's tie, but she clarifies the request is for her brother. The snippet captures a light domestic moment from a historical column.
A playful Philadelphia Record excerpt jokes about a young lawyer who loves his work so much he might marry a woman named Sue.
Two girls spar in a brief bout. Mabel feinted, Gertrude fainted, ending the match quickly.
Readable lines suggest a playful exchange about coffee and alertness tied to a coming call. Mention of New York Press anchors the context, with a light tone on staying awake and anticipating the conversation.
A Ruskin saying asserts that ignorance cannot absolve responsibility. It frames duty as perpetual, urging accountability beyond excuses.
The Bureau of Statistics reports total exports of manufactures in fiscal year 1912 at 1 021 753 918 dollars, led by iron and steel, copper, mineral oil, wood and leather goods, cotton goods, cars, automobiles, and paper products. Exports rose about 125 percent since 1902, with manufactures forming 47 percent of total exports.
The speaker notes that the deepest wish in a visit is to be heard. A listener’s presence validates feelings, while silence or interruptions can undermine connection. The idea underscores the value of empathetic attention in everyday conversations.
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