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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1907
Page
21
A Washington Star quote features Uncle Eben noting a man values honest sensible advice less than a bundle of trivial information about bosses. The remark highlights skepticism about practical guidance versus gossip or surface details.
Mrs. J. H. Allender died at her home near Salina last Saturday morning after years of ill health. Born Adaline Hill Templeton in Ohio on December 2, 1831, she came to Iowa in 1850 and became a successful Jefferson County teacher. Married to J. H. Allender on February 12, 1861, she left eight children and many friends in mourning. Survived by Odessa, June, Gertrude, Rupert, Aloa of Omaha, Willamette of Menlo Park, Cal., Thomas of Fairfield, and Myrtle of San Francisco, the family gathered for her last illness. A pioneer beloved for charity and neighborliness, she will be deeply missed across the county. Funeral services were held at the home on Sunday afternoon with Rev. C. W. Cochran of Burlington presiding, and burial in Richwood's cemetery.
Ashes of S. M. Lewis a Fairfield resident buried last Thursday at Bever Green cemetery in the family lot in a simple service conducted by Rev. Pearse Pinch. He died in Los Angeles last May and was a member of Lewis & Sons harness and hardware firm once based in the Tribune building. He had lived in Chicago years and became a wealthy merchant in Los Angeles.
The body of David Pearson of Indiana, found on the Q track near Bernhart over a week ago, was shipped to Keokuk for medical college study after relatives refused burial expenses. A letter from W H Lamb of Amboy, Indiana, details Pearson’s movements toward Iowa and Missouri, his orphaned son, liniment business, $22.50 cash, and a life marked by religious faith and solitary death away from home.
The Ladies' Improvement Association funded and presented a new octagonal band stand in Fairfield city park. Mayor James accepted on behalf of the city as band members from Fairfield performed. The $1014 structure features stone pillars, red tiled roof, iron columns, and wreathing incandescent lighting. A second party honored the event with a surprise social, leaving a rocking chair as a memento.
Flora Alta Rodibaugh daughter of Henry and Ella Rodibaugh was born May 7 1892 and died October 1907 aged 15 years 5 months 14 days. She was loving kind and respected by all. Her illness was short but severe and she bore it with Christian fortitude. Her parents brothers and sister found comfort in prayer as she prepared to meet God. The funeral was largely attended at the home conducted by Elder Abram Wolf Udell Town assisted by Elder E G Rodibaugh.
Last Friday October 25 marked the first wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Chas Carter deputy sheriff and wife. About 11 o clock thirty five relatives and friends surprised them at their home for a noon feast. The guest gathered for a social afternoon and evening of celebration.
Rev Pearse Pinch visited Keokuk and attended a Baracas class session at First Congregational. About forty church members and friends enjoyed a lavish supper prepared by Philathea ladies. Lee A. Daughrity led the closing program as Pinch spoke on over indulgences with vivid, spontaneous examples.
The September term of district court with Judge Vermilion closed last week and opened Tuesday. The State of Iowa vs Frank Adler ended with a guilty plea to assault with intent to commit bodily injury and three months hard labor plus costs. Emma Adler was sent to the Des Moines Juvenile Home. The State of Iowa vs Iowa Malleable Iron Co. baseball team ended with a $1 fine and costs, appeal bonds set at $50. Other criminal cases were continued. Probate, law and chancery matters included guardianship of a minor.
Heirs of J S Mills dec d final and annual report approved. Estate of Joshua Macy dec d tombstone application. administrator to pay up to 25 dollars. Estate of Elizabeth Vaught dec d final report approved. administrator discharged and bond exonerated. Estate of Asa Chilcott widow's allowance of 300 dollars for one year. Estate of James Gaumer guardian Anna Gaumer for education funds. order signed. Andrew Samuelson vs Western Union Telegraph Co dismissed with costs. Assignment of Mrs E W Miller assignee report approved. bond exonerated. F P Sears vs Lawrence Noble damages demurred at costs. Judgment for costs if not paid within 30 days. E L Allen vs C B Q Ry damages. appeal continued. Judgment for all unavailing costs. Wm Stone vs C B Q Ry. motion for new trial overruled. verdict judgment. defendant excepts. Geo D Henry vs Record Herald verdict for defendant. 30 days to file motion for new trial. to be submitted and judgment entered in vacation. Andrew Gantz vs Jacob Crider et al quiet title. order signed. Sarah J Stokes vs E L Forbes et al quiet title. decree signed. A G Lewis et al vs Richard M Williams admr et al partition. defendant Mary Lewis and R M Williams admr given five days to plead from rising court. Jno H Mount et al vs Lillis Hicks et al partition. plead answer by Nov 20.
Jefferson County auditors notice announces a November 5 1907 election for Center Township to elect three trustees two justices of the peace two constables one clerk and one assessor. The election follows a June 8 1907 board order dividing Fairfield Township into Fairfield and Center townships.
Sheriff I. W. H. Neibert proclaims a Center Township special election on Tuesday November 5 1907 to elect three trustees two justices of the peace two constables one clerk and one assessor. Electors will govern themselves accordingly in Jefferson County.
A London physician advised that bland humorless guidance to abstain from tea may fail. Instead he suggested a harmless bottle of medicine taken every three hours, with strict orders to avoid tea for four hours before and after each dose.
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