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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1908
Page
6
Davenport reports 18 year old Miss Ollie Maw of Long Grove Iowa died after being kicked by a horse while removing the harness. She was a church worker, choir singer, and long active in Sunday school. Funeral planned at the church tomorrow afternoon.
Harlan Iowa May 24 The town is without a mayor as its chief executive resigned in a pique leaving the office vacant and the city in need of a new leader.
Mayor Louis resigned after a minor council action and street crossing dispute. The council rules a resigned official cannot be reinstated, leaving Harlan without a mayor until a new meeting names a successor.
A newspaper note discusses a line of exercises aimed at making children stronger than their parents, framed as a modern trend. The remark suggests this may undermine traditional woodsy ritual practices by replacing the woodshed ceremony with active training.
A couple, Helena and Hartnett, endure jealousy that defines their marriage. He is possessive and sulks over attention to others, while she discovers disillusionment and eventually a widening emotional gap. After years apart and a brief separation abroad, Hartnett returns admitting he has learned not to be a fool, and Helena accepts the shift in their bond.
The Columbus Dispatch reports the birth of Edward Griswold McCullough at the Griswold inn in Worthington. He is the son of Edward Miles McCullough, born in a home with a cradle and heirloom dress tied to the Griswold family history dating to Ezra Griswold’s 1806 trek from Connecticut. The cradle, dress, and inn symbolize a lineage tied to Ohio frontier origins and enduring family customs.
In a Washington Post anecdote, John Sharp Williams jokes about not yet liking the title senator while detailing his first pilgrimage to the Senate cloakroom. He notes borrowing a cigar and chatting with a fellow newcomer on the Republican side as he seeks familiar footing in his new field.
The London Globe explains swank as bluff used by Americans and notes that true swanking relies on amiability. A swanker must be cheerful and attractive, with a wide smile and hearty back slap, inviting others to join in. The piece questions whether to admit the word into vocabulary.
The New York Tribune reports a new Eastside charitable Volks kitchen offering kosher meals for Orthodox Jews. A Sabbath lunch plan uses badges instead of tickets. Friday badges cost seven cents and are worn to permit luncheon the next day without breaking religious law.
A quirky note says Knicker-Did Jones woke up famous yet failed to rouse the neighbors Becker reports. The item offers a light, humorous glimpse of notoriety and small-town reaction.
Ayer states Cherry Pectoral is a four strength cough medicine for various cough types. Do not take without doctor endorsement and never disregard medical advice. Follow prescribed guidance for your case.
Asbaugh, an assistant to a James pona bicycle rider, narrowly escaped serious injury when a scaffolding section separated and toppled during the leap the gap stunt. He struck the pavement, received a wrist cut and bruises, but no bones were broken. The scaffolding was replaced and the act resumed that evening.
The Kellogg Haines Singing Party with scenes from English and comic opera appears in costume. The Henley Bros Quintette features five brothers aged twelve to twenty two with cornet violin cello and piano. Schildkret Hungarian Orchestra of eight leads with piano violin and flute solos. Slayton Jubilee Singers return after last year with strong vocal offerings every day this season.
The Jefferson County Telephone Co plans a new switchboard at its city exchange by mid August. The board will serve about 1500 subscribers and, with improvements, cost about 10000 dollars. It is the type used in large cities and ranks with the best on the market.
Memorial Day observance invites old soldiers, Woman’s Relief Corps, Spanish War veterans, citizens, children and teachers to pay homage to fallen comrades. Commander George Strong Pow No. 19, G. A. R., leads the gathering to the grave sites and the assembly for a tribute to national heroes.
Des Moines units of the National Guard prepare for practice shooting after 50000 pounds of ammunition arrive from Rock Island arsenal. New Krag Jorgensen and Springfield rifles replace older models, promising improved accuracy. Captain Hird asserts three soldiers could make the state team, with twelve regular and three alternates on the squad.
Clinton Iowa May 23 Clinton will host the Iowa State Firemen association summer tournament. The organizing committee arrives Tuesday to finalize arrangements with G B Embree West Liberty president Chief Burnett Des Moines and Chief Kellogg Sioux City guiding local guarantees of 3300 dollars amid strong funds support.
Keosauqua Iowa May 21 A Business Men's association formed with broad local support. It plans a series of sale days with goods sold at specially low prices to attract shoppers from nearby towns. Officers named are Ge W Davidson president and Geo H Craig Jr secretary.
Chariton Iowa May 23. Accident and sickness kept this year’s graduates from exercises. Edwin Beem broke a rib playing ball and could not deliver his address though present. Miss Bess Farley fell ill with nervous prostration and missed the first night reading.
James Moxley aged 104 formerly of Apple River Illinois moves to Mason City Iowa to live with daughter Mrs Charles Wilson. He traveled by train smilingly, says his mind is clear and memory sharp. Born in Cork Ireland in 1805.
In Boone Iowa on May 23 a mistaken jury verdict favored the plaintiff in the case Carlson versus Frank Adix. The defendant’s form of verdict was returned and will require a new trial.
Three modes of beat are cited life’s ills born from indifference philosophy and religion. Indifference is said to be the most common form, philosophy the most ostentatious, and religion the most effective in addressing them.
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