15 Dec 1921
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1921
Page
1
The piece compares Article 2 of the new treaty to the League of Nations Article 10, arguing it mirrors the old provision. It notes Senators Borah and Reed oppose its adoption, having previously opposed Article 10, while describing the four nation agreement as progressing.
Brig Gen Fries in his annual report to the secretary of war argues that no specific warfare method can be banned by agreement until all warfare ends. He notes naval armament cuts help but do not end war and criticizes joining the league of nations as entangling.
The piece argues against pardoning 1918 crimes against the government while noting President Harding’s optimistic line on liquor. It warns disloyalty risks and contemplates extreme weapons as a deterrent, suggesting war should be deterred by fear of destruction.
Arthur Donovan accidentally discharged a shotgun wounding Kenneth Crew, also eleven, at John Stever farm two miles west of Fairfield. Crew lost his right arm but is reported to be recovering after transport to hospital. Both families, Donovan and Crew, are local farmers with recent moves nearby.
Hague and Girton were among buyers at a Mt Pleasant sale of purebred Shorthorn cattle from the defunct Mt Pleasant Canning company. Top cow Clip por of Oakdale sold for 1015 dollars. Cumberland Gift brought 3500 dollars.
A car carrying six passengers owned by J. L. Crish of Libertyville overturned late Saturday afternoon on West Briggs street after colliding with another vehicle. All occupants in both cars escaped injury.
An advertising snippet proclaims Silk Undergar ments with a cheeky line about keeping silk visible among friends. A playful promotion emphasizes sheer fabric and eye catching appeal in a vintage tone.
A man describes killing a bear with a pocket knife, a tale presented as a humorous departure from common fishing stories. The account highlights the unusual feat as a novelty anecdote rather than a verified event.
The message urges the senate to push through the bonus issue. If lawmakers pass it, soldiers could receive funds, and critics warn against misusing the payout.
A reader asks what to give an absent friend at Christmas and the Tribune suggests sending the newspaper edition as a thoughtful gift. The note frames the idea as a practical, low effort option to stay connected during the holidays.
If you have ever lived here the old Trib as a weekly visitor for a year ahead will be a meaningful reminder of you and your gift. Special Christmas rate of two years for $3.00 applies now and makes your gift a bargain. It Pays To Tie To The Trib Iowa's Best Weeks.
Dr A S Hague city health officer states that milk sold in the city is TB free based on testing of most herds and cows. He notes a proposed ordinance to regulate sales and urges testers to have herds or individual cows checked for tuberculosis for public welfare.
Mrs. Vance Palm clung to the horse lines to stop a runaway team that bolted from a hitch near the Catholic church. She was thrown to the pavement, rendered unconscious, and taken to a hospital. the horses were wedged by obstacles but no lasting injuries were reported to Mrs. Palm.
Fairfield shoppers face a festive season amid hardship as toy demand remains strong for educational, durable items. Parents ban war toys, favor wireless sets and chemistry kits, while classic games and practical miniature furniture return with brighter colors and lower prices.
Myrtle K. McCleary writes from a mission home in Cameroun describing rainy season, corn tassel, and upcoming Thanksgiving with the mission force. She notes arrivals and departures, a wedding furlough, a visiting doctor, local officials, a new white teacher, exams for boys, gifts of furniture, Christmas cards, rising letter costs, and concerns about smallpox in Spanish Guinea and Cameroon's safety.
Fairfield court in Cedar county divides on whether a mother-in-law can be a head of a family in a land foreclosure case from the 1919 wild land boom. The sheriff served notice on the defendant's mother-in-law, a ruling by Judge Ellison found service invalid as she was an involuntary family member.
The Jefferson County Teachers' club closed National Education Week with a full program at the courthouse. 82 rural teachers attended, 56 received a school lunch, and 17 schools entered the music contest won by Buchanan No 4, Center No 6, Center No 2, Cedar No 3, Buchanan No 5, and Center No 8.
Ray Latenao and Chas Enyart, both youths from Agency, each gave a quarter pint of blood for a transfusion to J. S. Reno, a 74 year old stockman and farmer. About a half pint was transfused, with doctors Reed of Agency and Nelson of Ottumwa performing the procedure. Despite temporary improvement, Reno's condition remains weak as illness and anemia persist. The case draws local interest as the first known blood transfusion near Agency.
Charles D. Reed director of the Iowa crop service advises Jefferson county farmers to cut corn by at least 30 percent next season and shift to alfalfa. He argues Iowa crops are overproducing corn, tying up high priced land, machinery and labor for little return, and says more alfalfa would bring in more income for the state.
A female driver received a $50 fine after a judge found her speeding. The remark about vampish conduct hints at social notes and possible reference to the judge’s wife being in court.
Two burglaries Saturday evening yielded about $123 in cash from an ice cream factory worker Roy Hartman and a veterinary Dr Bates office. Hartman chased the thief through the alleys but the culprit escaped, leaving a small cash box with $15 and $5 in checks later found hidden. Police suspect two separate offenders given near simultaneous timing and distant locations.
The 19th annual state corn show will be held at Ames during the short course, January 30 to February 4. The event, largest of its kind, uses the new $300,000 armory with over an acre of space, hosting exhibits from Iowa State College and the Iowa Corn and Small Grain Growers' association.
Agent Harrell of the Burlington road offers round trip tickets at half the regular fare for routes to all Burlington points and many eastern destinations. Sale dates are December 22 to 24 with return travel allowed through January 4. Children ages five to twelve pay half the special rate.
More than 250 dollars was raised by the W A C as a Christmas relief benefit for poor children. The bazaar and band concert at the Armory Friday drew crowds and strong support with an emphasis on holiday cheer and community aid.
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