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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1920
Page
12
A city notice critiques Fairfield street numbering and unnumbered houses, urging local ladies and the City Planning Commission to speed small improvements. The piece condemns slow council work, urges bold leadership, and questions political support for Holsteen and the electoral scene.
The Tribune notes the district minority should have a candidate representing all people. It questions Major Holsteen's suitability citing his ambiguous reply on government-issued money and opposition to the federal reserve banks as a potential risk to conservative voters in the primaries.
A large Fairfield crowds streets for an evening event highlight the need for center of the street parking. Advocates argue it frees curbs for fire access and eases traffic, while noting the plan remains only in planning stages and has stalled at the city council.
Investigation into sugar prices exposes brokers as primary profit takers, buying direct from refineries and reselling through multiple hands. Retailers and jobbers struggle with slim margins while brokers accumulate stock and speculate, driving up costs for consumers. Federal investigators urged to address this practice.
Fragmentary text offers no identifiable people, places, organizations, dates, or events to summarize into a newspaper card. The readable portion discusses a rhetorical point without concrete facts.
Newberrys attorney says the senator will not press misconduct charges against Henry Ford and vows resignation and re election if any fraud is found in his vote. The remark follows notice of a jury verdict in Newberrys trial.
A reflection on national character shaped by wartime sayings from France and Britain and echoed by American doughboys. The piece highlights Clemenceau and the courage of allied troops in hard battles and the shared resolve under emergency. At Cost Silk Fibre Madras Shirts at Drake's Fairfield 15-1-¢
Carbon paper and typewriter ribbons for all makes are for sale at the Tribune office. Contact or visit for available stock and pricing.
The Large State Fair Premiums Revised lists the updated rewards to be awarded in the cattle department at the 1920 Iowa State Fair. It details prize amounts and eligibility, guiding exhibitors on expected standings and potential winnings at the event.
A noted skin specialist claims Mentho-Sulphur quickly relieves fiery itching eczema and heals the skin. The preparation is said to destroy germs and leave the skin clear and smooth, with immediate ease from irritation. Obtain a small jar from a reputable druggist and use as a cold cream.
An unknown authority warns daily meat intake can paralyze kidneys as they try to expel uric acid. Symptoms include dull kidney pain, backache, headache, dizziness, sour stomach, coated tongue, rheumatic twinges, cloudy urine, and nocturnal urination. Recommends Jad Salts, four ounces in water before breakfast, to cleanse and flush kidneys.
W. H. Slattery of 606 S Fifth St testifies Doan's Kidney Pills have consistently helped his back pain and kidney irregularity for three years. He repeats his endorsement after confirming no kidney trouble since 1915, price 60 cents, Foster Milburn Company Buffalo New York.
The Iowa fair plans a new 200 head cattle barn to house the entire cattle exhibit. Architects call it the finest of its kind in the nation as the 1920 fair offers a record 135000 in prize money, up from 106000 in 1919, signaling many entries from leading breeders. Drake's Quitting Business Sale advertised.
Despite salary raises at Mt Pleasant, teachers fail to sign contracts. Miss Mary Swaney notes ongoing demands for better pay and terms as negotiations continue with the school board.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a Methodist church and its leadership approach. The readable lines mention church direction and method but lack concrete names, dates, or places to identify a full event or decision. The item reads as partial church bulletin material.
The Dubuque post of the American Legion plans to raise at least $50,000 to fund a permanent home for its members. Local efforts focus on donations and fundraising events to achieve a durable space.
At Cost All winter underwear and sweaters are on sale at Drake's in Fairfield. The promotion highlights price reductions across warm clothing as the season continues.
Chas Edmund announces candidacy for re election as member of the Jefferson County Board of Supervisors for the term starting January 1 1920. He states the bid is subject to the will of Republican voters at the primary election June 7 1920.
For Sheriff I wish to announce my candidacy for re election as county sheriff subject to the will of the republican voters at the primary June 7 1920 Walter Harris.
An itemized cheap sale note lists straw hats and panamas offered at Drake's in Fairfield with prices indicated as 15 1 ¢. The fragmentary notice suggests a clearance or bargain event at the local shop.
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