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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1894
Page
2
Stay by flight oh fleet winged childhood poem excerpt
The speaker addresses childhood as a fleeting memory that lingers briefly before the journey ahead. It reflects on youth's passing as life moves toward its end, with a hopeful assertion that childhood itself will persist in memory beyond the fading moments. The author signs as Samuel King.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel King
Jefferson County Insurance Union Stockholders Meet
The Jefferson County Insurance Union calls stockholders to a meeting at the court house on January 13 at ten o clock. The notice states the gathering will discuss union affairs and related business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County Insurance Union
Court House
Stout and Wilson Tie at Christian Parsonage
Charles A. Stout and Martha J. Wilson of Washington Iowa are joined at the Christian parsonage by the pastor Rev. G W Mapes in a ceremony noted in this brief social notice.
Entertained a Few Friends at Six Oclock Dinner
Mr and Mrs C C Risk hosted a six oclock dinner Tuesday evening for a couple of friends. The table was spread with many good things and all guests enjoyed ample justice.
Mrs Lou Gaines Hosts Tea for Miss Roberts Friends
Mrs Lou Gaines entertained about forty friends Tuesday evening with card playing. The event, held as a fine tea, was enjoyed by all and was given in honor of Miss Roberts.
Lutheran preacher to speak Sunday in city
Rev. D. Knieren of the German Lutheran church at German ville will preach at the city Lutheran church Sunday afternoon January 14 at 2 o'clock. All Germans are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Knieren
Germanville
Mrs Stubbs and Mrs Mohr Host Five Card Party
Mrs C E Stubbs and Mrs W H Mohr hosted a high five card party for friends Tuesday afternoon from two to five in honor of Miss Emma Roberts of Chicago. About twenty five guests attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. E. Stubbs
W. H. Mohr
Emma Roberts
Chicago
Ida Hickenbottom Marries Lloyd McCarty at Starkey Home
At Willis Starkey home on Monday the marriage of Miss Ida Hickenbottom and Lloyd McCarty took place. The ceremony was conducted at four in the afternoon by Rev. McCarty the groom's uncle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willis Starkey
Nice
Ida Hickenbottom
Lloyd McCarty
Rev. McCarty
Nourse Lecture Date Moved to January 15 in Fairfield
Dr. Robert Nourse changes his talk from January 11 to January 15 in Fairfield. He aims to keep the engagement and recalls Fairfield as the first town he visited after leaving England twenty one years ago. He was close to Mr. Clarke, father of J. Fred Clarke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Nourse
Fairfield
England
Mr. Clarke
J. Fred Clarke
Postmaster Receives Washington Stamp Order Update
Postmaster Chester reports the post office department will issue stamps only from the Columbian series until stock is exhausted. The public opposes the blanket stamp and the department says the measure is necessary to clear the large on hand stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester
Post Office
Washington
Tea at Mrs. Gage and Mrs. King Hosts Pleasant Gathering
Mrs. C. W. Gage and Mrs. Perry King entertained about 150 friends at tea Friday at the Gage home on West Broadway. Guests were welcomed from three to five and from five to eight, with elegant refreshments and a most enjoyable afternoon for all attendees.
Davis Family Holiday Gathering At City Home
Tuesday evening at W. H. Davis residence more than fifty friends joined sons Walter and Carl for games and music during the holidays. Carl departed Wednesday for Des Moines to resume studies at Drake University while Walter returned to Burr Oak Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Davis
Walter
Carl
Carl Davis
Des Moines
Drake University
Burr Oak
Kansas
Washington Democrat Expands to Eight Pages and Six Columns
The Washington Democrat grows from four to eight pages with six columns per page, matching The Tribune in layout. Publishers Miller and Hood are energetic, ambitious young men devoted to their business, aiming for continued improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Democrat
Tribune
Messrs. Miller & Hood
Miller Leads Readable Editorial Page Rise
The excerpt praises Mr. Miller as a new, capable editor in the harness, noting his strong metal and producing one of the most readable editorial pages in the state for a country paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democrat
Miller
Old Fashioned Spelling School at Library Hall
Large attendance expected at Library hall spelling school Thursday evening with many from surrounding country. The event opens with a class of 70 year old boys from the old log school house. Admission ten cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Library Hall
Old Folks High Five Club Dinner Planned at Bookers
The Old Folks High Five Club has held weekly parties, now split into two sides. One side, defeated by Jan Ist, planned a banquet. A six o’clock dinner is set at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Booker for Friday evening, expected to be a grand affair.
Violin Virtuoso Ovide Musin Concert Charms Local Audience
Last Thursday the library hall overflowed as the Ovide Musin Concert Company performed. Musin showed remarkable violin skill while the soprano, contralto, tenor, and pianist impressed, with the ensemble praised as a strong lineup. Smoke Bevering's Key West Cigar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Library Hall
Ovide Musin
Musin
Key West
Improvement Overlooked Home of Dr Stever
The Tribune notes an overlooked improvement on West Broadway by Dr D H Stever after purchasing Mrs N B McCrea's residence. He added a room repainted the house added veranda ornaments and enhanced the property making it one of the prettiest homes onWest Broadway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tribune
D. H. Stever
West Broadway
N. B. McCrea
Stever
Wedding at St. Mary's Church in Northwest Town
Wednesday morning Miss Maggie Fogarty daughter of Mr Thos Fogarty and Mr John Fritz wed at St Marys church. Rev Father Nodler conducted the ceremony at nine. Miss Fogarty is a longtime resident and popular. Groom formerly employed by A S Jordan for years. They will begin housekeeping in a new northwest town home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary's Church
Maggie Fogarty
Thos, Fogarty
John Fritz
Father Nodler
Fogarty
A.S. Jordan
New Fairfield College Welcomes Prof F C Brown
Prof F C Brown takes charge of the Fairfield business college bringing a thorough commercial education and active business experience. His talent and upright character suit the role, and his energetic, progressive approach promises a bright future for the institution and earns him warm local support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. C. Brown
Fairfield Business College
Mt. Pleasant
Union Week Services Outline Across Local Churches
Five weekday services listed from Monday to Friday at Presbyterian Methodist Lutheran Christian Congregational churches with 2:30 PM start. Each service features a distinct theme such as Humilation and Thanksgiving and Church Universal. Friday’s service unites Congregational and Baptist pastors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Methodist Church
Church Universal
Lutheran Church
The
Christian Church
Foreign Missions
Congregational Church
Ladies' and Misses' Low Shoes Sale at Hunt's
All sizes and widths in ladies and misses low shoes available at Hunt's on the north side.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunt's
North Side
Gutter Politics Angers Tribune Editor Over New Republican Paper
The Tribune criticizes the newly edited Republican organ for gutter politics and uncouth language. Theo Hochuly writes that the new editor and owners prefer crude attack lines over decent journalism and urges a return to readable, businesslike content.
Wilde Mab at I O O F Hall A Border Drama by Mrs Polson
Libertyville Dramatic Company presents Wild Mab a four act drama at the I O O F hall on January 8 1894 The plot follows Bert Allen Mab and Jack Thorn through scenes at Devil's Camp a cabin and the western home with Mab as heroine facing danger and pursuit A moral entertaining piece with a promised strong program and varied tableaux Doors open at 730 PM admission 15 25 and 35 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Libertyville Dramatic Company
Wild Mab
J. Minnie Polson
I. O. O. F. Hall
Mr. Evans
Bert Allen
Evans
Devil's Camp
Jane
Jack Thorn
Mab
McGinty
Sambo
Thorn
Allen
Pete Hart
Devil’s
Jack
Pete
Devil’s Camp
Pat
Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup Ad
The greatest and best cough syrup promises quick relief and superior effectiveness. Sold and warranted at Huffords drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huffords Drug Store
Hall's Hair Renewer Ad and Shiloh's Vitalizer
Hall's Hair Renewer renders the hair lustrous and silken with even color and versatile styling. Shiloh's Vitalizer aids digestion liver bile skin and kidney issues with a satisfaction guarantee. Price 75 cents. Sold by Bradshaw and Thoma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Shiloh
Bradshaw & Thoma
Revival Meetings at the Christian Church Begin January 8
A. B. Scott & Son announce revival meetings at the Christian Church starting Monday January 8 at 7 o clock led by Rev. A F Sanderson of Ottumwa Preparatory pastor led services this week each evening at 7 o'clock Also notes of a shoe sale Hunt's clearing sale top buggy available from Jas Locke and local oil wagon deliveries. Obituary memories for Harry Doughty aged 6 months with croup death referenced. Brown's Novelty Store offers Antelope Buck item and Post Office Restaurant meals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Church
A. F. Sanderson
Ottumwa
For Sale or Rent in Choice City
Theo Hochuly offers property for sale or rent at Jordan’s Elevator Geo W White buys grain and seed, with details available on site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theo Hochuly
Jordon
Geo. W. White
Grain and Seed
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J. E
Roth & CO
Gent
Jas. F. Wilson, SR
South Side Square
Fairfield Tribune
C. M. McElroy
German Lutheran Services
Fritz-Fogarty
New Republican Organ
John P. Hopkins
Democratic Party
Yattaw
Chicago Tribune
Nohe
Iowa
Theo. Hochuly
Libertyville Amateurs
J. M. Whitham & CO
Leggett House Corner
Harris & Cuddy
Queen of Kansas
King of Kansas
Kelly & Lysle
A. B. Scott & Son
Michigan
Dr. Warner
M. L. Booher
Grand Rapids
Mich
J. T. Ippinas
Reading
W. L. Lockwood
Ann Arbor
Hunt
Jas. Locke
J. C. Lawson
Harry Doughty
Harry
Mark
Emma Doughty
Kingdom of Heaven
J. R
Brown’s
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