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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1905
Page
8
The Markets section notes grain and hay trading at Airfield Markets led by poultry dealer Zeigier. Market observers report steady activity as buyers and sellers discuss prices and availability amid regional demand.
An advertisement extols Chamberlain's Pain Balm for sprains bruises burns and similar injuries claiming instant relief and healing in about one third the usual time It is described as an antiseptic preventing blood poisoning and is sold by Frank S Shriner druggist December.
Last Saturday night neighbors and friends visited Mrs. Roberts and filled her home with bundles of gifts and refreshments. The elderly resident welcomed the cheerful surprise and seemed greatly pleased by the thoughtful offerings.
A long awaited reunion of the 16th Iowa Infantry gathered last week with fife and drum music and a campfire at Armory hall. Grace Hisel read and Geo Ball contributed an original poem. Officers and committees were elected and Pleasant chosen as next year’s meeting place with dates set for December 6 and de. A city park march followed by a banquet at Leggett House hosted by Geo Ball and wife for fifty five veterans. The roster lists members from Companies A to K including Dill Jordan Waters Metzler Comegys Vaught Hudgell Campbell Miller Roth and many others from Eldon city Packwood Bondurant Washington Douds Leando Des Moines Birmingham Stockport Mt. Pleasant and other Iowa towns.
William Ritchey, an unmarried carpenter, jumped from passenger train No 9 at the Rock Island crossing while moving rapidly. Bystanders carried him to a depot hotel after he lay unconscious and bruised. he had just returned from Burlington where discharged as recovered from asphyxiation. He stayed with the Webber family in Van Buren county and cannot explain his destination or plans.
About twelve hundred dollars in property burned when Sanford Zeigler's barn ice house and a cattle shed on the Gift lot burned, likely from a bonfire. A Trigg team lost a horse. bucket brigades saved nearby homes. firemen delayed by water works work.
Rachel Miller, a longtime Montezuma resident and old settler, died Sunday at age 92. She had been married four times and had been a widow for the last fifteen years. Funeral services are planned for Wednesday.
Allen B Riordan, a Rock Island brakeman turned switchman, was killed while on duty in Chickasha Indian Territory Sunday. A native of Ottumwa born February 18 1873 he was 32 years old and survived by his parents six siblings and several friends. funeral arrangements set for Wednesday.
Cedar Rapids Iowa reports a citywide fear as residents arm themselves after dark to deter Jack-the-Hugger who has terrorized streets. Officers struggle to identify the assailant while a reported attack on a woman last Saturday underscores the danger and heightens vigilance.
Judge Byington in district court gave four years to James Morgan of Sioux City for stealing a bolt of silk from a local dry goods store. Walter Alberhaskey received eighteen months for stealing a watch from a West Liberty farmer, and Clarence Williams six months for attempted arson. The judge imposed lighter sentences in two cases, noting the men were not hardened criminals. Morgan alone asked for leniency claiming intoxication and lack of knowledge of the theft.
Des Moines dispatch reports Governor Cummins issued a requisition to return Pat Crowe to Iowa for the July 2 streetcar robbery at Council Bluffs. Lillian C. Bolton of Council Bluffs says she overheard Crowe describing the crime to accomplices.
Four children of Mrs. Jessie Lampman of Charles City were found alone after their mother left the home in Sa or Mason City area. Authorities investigated possible danger and arranged care for the youngsters. The report notes the family’s relocation and ongoing inquiries.
Court adjourned last Friday to Monday afternoon for the final term week. Petit jury discharged Thursday forenoon. Several matters disposed include guardianship, probate of will, estate settlements, and damages judgments. Administrative actions set bonds and quarterly payments, with several orders for sale, dismissals, and settlements in multiple cases.
Thomas T. Harris, born in Camarthanshire Wales in 1836, died at his home this Thursday December 7. He came to America at a young age and began life there, later establishing his residence in the city.
Shoemaker Harris spent years in Brooklyn and Philadelphia before settling in Fairfield with his Welsh wife Elizabeth Jones. He leaves eight daughters and one son, including Amy Bessie Margaret Katie May Heflin and Thomas. Funeral at North C street home followed by services by Rev Jones with interment in Evergreen cemetery.
Two counter petitions circulate in Iowa to be introduced next session. One, by pharmacists, would bar doctors from compounding prescriptions and require pharmacists to oversee drug preparation. The other, by physicians, would prohibit druggists from counter prescribing and recommending patent medicines.
A walk around the public square highlights holiday window displays spreading Christmas cheer. Shoppers, weighed by bundles, wander past, while Mrs. Molly Schafer hosted a small rag night gathering Friday with refreshments and a pleasant evening for guests.
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