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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1921
Page
20
A poem fragment seeking a simple, rural scene to share with a single friend. The speaker longs for hill, ash tree, meadow dew, a glassy tarn, and glowing sunset with clouds, stars at night, and the comfort of one loyal companion.
The Philadelphia Ledger discusses a drawing that makes a man in the middle appear smaller than a man in the foreground and a woman seem much taller, though all three are actually the same height. Perspective tricks create the illusion.
A bear which had been raiding a Carleton Quebec pig trough was fed liquor by a farmer’s wife while her husband was away. The intoxicated animal collapsed, was tied to a tree, and later shot by the farmer upon his return.
A Birmingham Age Herald quote recalls a friend who left aviation early, never becoming a completed aviator, and only managing to loop the loop in his elementary flying stage.
A young man in Ontario, Canada, received consolation while imprisoned. He believed his unjust confinement yielded visions of fashionably dressed people passing in and out, while a doctor cited distorted vision.
A New Jersey buyer bought a cap in a renovated army goods store and found his own name written inside. The artifact had been discarded in France at the armistice and was reentered into his possession by chance.
In remote Norwegian districts bears climb to the tops of telephone poles, perch on cross beams, and swing until the poles topple. The habit complicates communications and requires constant monitoring of lines and infrastructure.
A Kennebec baby girl born with a tooth already grown underwent early dental intervention. The infant, just a week old, was sent to a dentist after the doctor deemed extraction advisable.
A New Brunswick couple welcomed twin daughters in 1906 weighing one and a half pounds each and measuring thirteen inches. A tea cup could pass over their heads. They are now fourteen and reported as strong and healthy.
The article notes that music and hymns are among the first memories to resurface for soldiers suffering shell shock, with melodies and songs triggering recollections before other memories return. The piece emphasizes the therapeutic value of music in wartime trauma recovery.
Two thousand years ago the Romans used asbestos to wrap bodies prepared for cremation, a practice noted by researchers studying ancient burial customs and material use.
Sid ney Abbott of 313 S. 2nd St in Cedar Rapids Iowa says five years of stomach trouble gas and poor appetite vanished after taking Tanlac. He gained eight pounds his digestion improved and he can eat meat again without discomfort.
For Sale in Fairfield by Jericho and Easton Druggists. Habits of the Birds notes that bluejays bluebirds kingbirds and a few others live together most of the year. About Digestion claims half as much food is needed when thoroughly masticated and digestion begins in the mouth. When needed take Chamberlains Tablets to strengthen digestion and ensure regular bowel movement.
A concise quote attributed to G Ren wick, a member of parliament, noting that business men often speak at length in brief time.
The notice explains that people with periodic bilious attacks can anticipate symptoms and suggests skipping one meal and taking three Chamberlain's Tablets to possibly avoid the attack. It warns that tea or coffee should not be drunk at any time.
An ordinance by Fairfield Iowa City Council appropriates funds for the 1921 22 fiscal year across departments. General Fund 12300 dollars for city expenses. Fire Maintenance Fund 2750 for fire department upkeep. Police 3900 and Sanitary 2300 budgets. Fire Equipment 2275. Road Dragging 560. Water 31000 and Sewer 2600 sums are allocated for operating repairs extensions and services.
The ordinance appropriates funds from multiple city accounts for the 1921 22 fiscal year. It allocates 2600 for street improvements 2118 29 for sewer outlets and purification plants 2250 for grading 1200 for cemetery 500 for parks 550 for roads and lighting 6000 for street lighting and poles 5300 for bond retirement 1276 29 for City Hall land purchase and 1145 86 for judgments. The measure takes effect after one publication in the Fairfield Tribune, signed by Mayor Sanford Zeigler and City Clerk Geo Woods.
Mr and Mrs Andrew Comer of Shenandoah Virginia suffered rheumatic pain and fatigue until using Foley Kidney Pills The husband notes less night awakenings and a stronger back after taking the remedy Jericho and Easton druggists promote the product in this advertisement
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