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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1898
Page
7
Better than Hair Mattress at a Low Price
Advertising copy touts a mattress available in the north for a low price. It boasts eight years of continuous service and testimonials from long-time users. The seller claims agency rights for northern states and invites visits to a show window or residence at 309 West Broadway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Broadway
Jeweler and Optician Ad in Fairfield Iowa
An ad notes a workshop offering trusted labor and guaranteed satisfaction. It promotes a fine line of watches clocks jewelry and optical goods and invites customers to visit East Side Square Fairfield Iowa.
Fairfield Tribune Subscription Rates Note
Subscription terms list one year six months and three months options with prices in dollars and cents. The fragment records pricing details without additional context or dates.
Transients and locals mingle in Ottumwa area notices
From Atlantic to Fairfield and beyond, residents visit relatives and friends while others travel for health, work, or family events. Names include Steinkie Ogden Bruce Graham Stevens Ellsworth Vertrees Patterson Briggs Haven McCord Alters Tappert Kearns Davis Huff Rush Trimpin Kerrick Black Gilmer Waltz Mower Nugent Derry Beck Mary Smith Eckert Comparet and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steinkie
Atlantic
Iowa
Ogden
Martinsburg
Fairfield
Zane Ogden
George Bruce
Parsons
Leon
H. A. Graham
Ottumwa
George Stevens
Hilda
Hampton
Omaha
M. A. McCord
Keosauqua
Myrtle Alters
Lacona
Anna Tappert
S. E. Kearns
Claremore
Indian Territory
Allen H. Davis
Carroll
Lynn
Mass
W. H. Davis
Nellie Huff
M. Rush & Co
Grace Trimpin
The
Courier
S. E. Mower
F. D. Kerrick
Guy Black
Undertakers
N. S. Gilmer
George B. Waltz
Mrs. Allen
Miss Bryant
Creston
J. A. Beck
Ed. Nugent
J. C. Thorne
San Diego
California
Fred Derry
Columbus
Kansas
Derry
Tribune
Force
Mary C. Smith
Muscatine
James Eckert
Ft. Madison
Mrs. Comparet
Ollie
Thorne's Muslin Underwear Sale This Week
Thorne's offers a Muslin Underwear Sale running for the rest of the week. Customers can find discounted garments across sizes and styles, with daily specials and in-store demonstrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thorne’s
J. C. Thorne
Death of Jesse A Reynolds in Fairfield Iowa
Jesse A Reynolds born August 9 1855 in Blairsville Pennsylvania died at his Fairfield Iowa home from heart disease last Saturday at 1 30 pm He was a carpenter and survived by his wife Elizabeth and four children Funeral services were held Monday at his residence and the body shipped to Mount Pleasant for interment with Fairfield lodge No 289 A O U W in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse A. Reynolds
Mr. Reynolds
Pennsylvania
Blairsville
Iowa
Mt. Pleasant
Fairfield
Maria Johnson
Elizabeth Johnson
J. A. Boatman
Fairfield Lodge
Harness for sale from Black and Mobr sources
A trade note suggests checking Black and Mobr for a good set of team harnesses. It highlights availability and potential quality considerations for buyers seeking durable equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black & Mobr
Grain-O coffee substitute touted as nourishing drink
Grain-O is described as a delicious ap petizing nourishing drink to replace coffee. It is said to taste like fine coffee when prepared correctly, aids digestion, strengthens nerves, and is suitable for children and adults. It costs about a quarter the price of coffee, advertised at 15 and 25 cents.
Farmers Discuss the Library in Fairfield Meeting
The Farmers Club met in the supervisors room to discuss the library question. Mayor Jaques praised free public libraries and all speakers supported expanding library use and funding. Ward Lamson recounted Fairfield’s 1852 push for a library, its growth to 20 000 volumes, and argued for private subscription until tax support is widely accepted. Social items follow with cordial gatherings and anniversaries, including a large party at the Armory and several private entertainments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Club
Jaques
Fairfield
Ward Lamson
Agassiz
Jefferson County
John Larson
Buchanan Township
Brown's Novelty Store Offers Bargain Table This Week
Brown's Novelty Store advertises cups and saucers at 25 cents per set seven inch plates at 35 cents per set and all open stock ware priced below pottery prices since January 1st.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown’s Novelty
Family Reunion Honors Mrs Rebecca Ball in Cedar Township
A surprise reunion at the home of Mr and Mrs Richard Fisher in Cedar township celebrated Mrs Rebecca Ball, aged eighty four, mother of Mrs Cassie Fisher. Born in Fayette county Kentucky, she moved with her parents to Sangamon Illinois then Iowa, widow since 1890, renowned for hospitality. Family and neighbors gathered with baskets and shared memories and wishes for many more birthdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Fisher
Cedar Township
Illinois
Smith Ball
Iowa
Geo. W. Ball
Iowa City
Dr Kings New Discovery Cures Severe Cold Case
Mr James Jones of Jones and Son Cowden Illinois testifies that his wife nearly died from la grippe which developed into consumption. After using Dr Kings New Discovery from first dose she began to improve and a few bottles cured her. Free trials at Bradshaw and Thoma's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Jones
Jones & Son
Cowden
Ill
Dr. King
la Grippe
Pana
Bradshaw & Thoma
City Council Sets sidewalk project and approves funds
At the February 28 meeting the council, with Easton and Emry absent, referred the east side D street sidewalk petition to the street and alley committee. They approved damage payouts for the Water Works land overflow and authorized warrants, set snow removal rates, valued the east house at the water works at 500 dollars, and scheduled the year end for March 15 with a final session March 31 when the new council takes over.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Easton
Emry
F. F. Simpson
D Street
East Burlington Street
Kirkwood Street
New
Chicago Fire Hose Co
Foreman
Guy Parkins
Ed. Meneely
E. Miller
W. Vanosdel
Public Property Committee
Cable Lumber
New Hose Company
Water Works
A. Gilchrist
Wilbur Westenhaver
T. L
Salve and Jewelry Bargains at Townley's Market
The ad proclaims a world’s best salve for cats and skin ailments with a money back guarantee and 25 cent boxes sold by Bradshaw and Thoma. It also touts a stock of Ladies and Gents Gold Watches with matching chains, a full line of jewelry and silver table ware at Townley’s South Side Jeweler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradshaw
Thoma
Townley’s
South Side
New Modern Home For Sale Near College And High School
Eight room house with steam heat and bath. Includes a good barn and a fine chicken house. Located three blocks from college and three from high school. Priced at one third less than cost. Call the Tribune office at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City
Tribune
Sunday church events invite all to study and services
Sunday school begins 9:30 A M and church services at 10:30 A M with Bible study Thursday at 2 30 P M. Meeting room is two doors east of Leggett House upstairs. All are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leggett House
Money to test rates on easy terms from Raney and Simmons
Money to test rates. I can on easy terms and low. Raney and Simmons offer loans with simple terms and quick approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raney & Simmons
Also Mentioned on This Page
E. Roth
J.E. Roth
Haynes
McElhany’s
F. H. Gillette
Jeweler & Optician
East Side Square
Pairfield, Iowa
Fairfield Tribune
C. M. McElroy
D. G. Higley
J. P. Manatrey
J. F. Wilson, Jr
Armory
Dillon Turney
W. Cornell
W. A. Murray
South Main Street
Birthday Club
R. B. Louden
T. L. Hoffman
Ada Lambertson
City Council Proceedings
Bucklen
Christian Science Services
Alllee
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Western Supply Company
McMullen
Chas. H. Gage
West Side Square
North Side
Hunt
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