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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1879
Page
3
Coughs colds and lung diseases are hard to cure but Holland Cough Syrup promises easy relief. It is pleasant to take and suitable for children. Sold at 25c and 50c per bottle by J uu Waylor Co Ottumwa Iowa with Hufford Bradsiuaw as dealers.
An open house will keep Tur Pripene’s office open all night next Tuesday to receive county and state election returns. Visitors may hear updates from Ohio and elsewhere as results are counted and reported. The Ledger critiques the Tribune’s coverage of gubernatorial candidate Dungan, noting Dungan is a prohibitionist and honorable opponent, while urging fair treatment.
A crowded social column notes Rev. Howell’s Chicago trip and Miss Sue Shaffer visiting from Keokuk. Several residents including Dr. P. N. Woods and Dr. Geo. Day journeyed to Chicago for lectures and visits. omitting minor details, the piece highlights local figures visiting, returning, or preparing travel, with mentions of political and business figures like Senator Allison and Rock Island agents.
The column bundles local politics and social happenings. It reports Hion M. A. McCarn’s injuries confinement, Senator Allison’s Opera House speech, the Flowers Family musical, a Masons delegation, and upcoming tickets, plus burglarly at Jordan Bros Co’s safe. It notes a Des Moines river picnic, oat with local church dinners, minstrel shows, and a Keota wedding of John DeGalleford and Dana Dayton.
The speaker urges voters to rank all candidates and enforce a straight party ticket, criticizing Republican effort to compel party loyalty. He argues that individuals should not rely on one man to judge and that party affiliation should guide voting behavior.
The Trivune urges voters to elect capable men to state and county posts in Des Moines and the county. Maj. A. R. Pierce is praised for Senate. Col. W. B. Culbertson is called a bold reformer. William Collins for Auditor. S. K. West for Treasurer. J. S. Beck for Sheriff. F. E. B. Wall for Superintendent. J. T. Hutchins for Board member. The piece emphasizes integrity, service and fiscal responsibility.
A brakeman named McPartland fell from a lumber train near Jockey Hollow east of Glendale last Tuesday night. His body was found mutilated. head and limbs severed. The deceased, about 21, one of four brothers on the road, was returned to Burlington after the tragedy.
S K West, described as a soldier and trusted by peers, seeks support. The message portrays him as a proven defender and reliable candidate. Voters are urged to cast their ballots in his favor.
A joint discussion among candidates for senator and representative on the Republican Democratic and National Greenback tickets will be at Lemon's Opera House on Monday evening October 13 1879 at 8 oclock. Speakers include Major A R Pierce S M Boling Col W B Culbertson and J W Hayden with doors at 7 30 and adjournment by 10.
A mass meeting of the democrats of the township will be held at Harmony Court House at 5 o clock Saturday evening to nominate a township ticket.
Editorial urges voters to approve a $50,000 tax to build a new county court house replacing the unsafe Harmony church site. It argues existing offices are cramped, damp, and insecure, warns of potential burglaries, and notes the county is debt-free with funds available. The piece calls on citizens from all parties to act at the polls next Tuesday.
Veterans recount a Montevallo charge and defend Capt Yeoman against political disputes. F Winn of Libertyville supports Yeoman noting morning and afternoon engagements, while Gen Kilpatrick praises Yeoman as a brave soldier and man despite political differences. The letter frames the dispute as campaign tactic and asserts Yeoman’s honor.
An old advertisement touts Feorina as a positive remedy for chills ague and fever with the claim to cure. It notes W H Jones and Brothers as the sellers offering the medicine.
Major Pierce urged suppression of rebellion while Bromoline was advertised as a cure for typhoid liver symptoms including liver complaint biliousness and dyspepsia. W H Jones & Bros sold the remedy. Democratic and Greenback factions claimed unity across the county for the county ticket and opposing Republicans.
News from Black Hawk township includes marriages in October with J F Harper and Mattie J Hadley and Robert Hannah and Ella Hinson. Mr J T Hutchins nominated for county supervisor, praised for financial handling. Community notes on Pierce and Culbertson speaking at No 1, and George Bartow on the sick list. Mack.
The Perlee area reports a lively coal trade and a reactivated Perlee hotel. Miner Joseph Denton survived a near fatal blast accident at Jefferson County Coal Company, with recovery underway. Mrs. Al Looney endured a severe goring from a cow while tending swill. An Antioch Sabbath School picnic is planned for next Saturday amid local political activity.
The lumber yard of Mr. W. A. Moore has been removed about one block south from its previous location. Moore offers a very large stock of lumber and invites buyers to compare prices, promising to sell as low as any firm in the city.
Forts Iowa September 24 1879 note certifies Burlington Insurance Co paid in full for a dwelling fire loss on September 18 1879 with 200 on dwelling and 200 on household goods. The letter commends prompt adjustment and payment and recommends the insurer. Special Agent H Rowntree Fairfield signs.
The undersigned announce the opening of the old coal bank known as the Richardson Bank, two and a half miles west of Fairfield. They offer smithing services and graze coal on hand, promising a full assortment of all kinds and inviting the public to call. Thomas Loring, Thomas Russell, L. A. Crue.
Freeman and Townley advertise engraving on short notice at 1 Twe dental rooms of Dr James, now under Dr M B Cullom of Mr Pleasant until James returns. Cullom praised for fine, affordable work. B Allmayer & Bro announce bottom prices and plans for an immense fall trade.
A large stock on hand includes Leather Saddlery Hardware Shoes Harness Makers Findings Saddles Bridles Whips Blankets Robes Carriage Tops ready for spring use. Sold at the lowest cash prices with one hundred dozen best silver plated knives offered cheaper than ever.
Money to loan on improved farms and city property in sums from $200, at 8 9 or 10 percent interest for two to fifteen years. Funds available in 3 to 10 days. Loans repayable in installments to suit borrowers, through H C Rowntree at Wells & Garrettson's bank. Also clothing ads from Allmayer Bros promoting new fall stock and affordable overcoats.
During my absence this winter at the Philadelphia College of Dental Surgery a competent dentist Dr M B Cullom late of Mr Pleasant will be in charge he will remain until my return T L James Dentist
Buckle's Arnican Salve claims to heal cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. Guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by C S Clarke Son.
A block of vintage ads promotes Dr Jaques German Worm Cake, Uncle Sam’s Nerve and Bone Liniment, McIntosh Electricity Belt pamphlets, Uncle Sam’s Harness Oil, Eilert’s Daylight Liver Pills, Uncle Sam’s Condition Powder, Dr Winchell’s Teething Scrap, Eilert’s Extract of Tar and Wild Cherry, all offered by Hufford & Bradshaw and other sellers. The entries tout cures for worms, teething, cholera infantum, coughs, bronchial diseases, and general health remedies with prices like 25 cents a bottle.
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