Funeral rites for Helen Wolgemuth announced in Fairfield
Funeral services for Helen Katherine Wolgemuth, born 1902 in Shamokin, Pa, who died Monday, will be held tomorrow at 3 pm with public viewing from 2 to 3 pm. Rev H D Hoover of Carthage College will lead, assisted by Rev Sundberg of Ottumwa. She lived in Fairfield since two years old and was active in Sunday school and church entertainments. Her parents and community mourn the loss of their only child.
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Helen Wolgemuth
Lutheran Church
H. D. Hoover
Carthage College
Carthage
Ill
Sundberg
Ottumwa
Iowa
Rev. Hoover
Rev
Wolgemuth
Helen Katherine Wolgemuth
Shamokin
Penn
Fairfield
Helen
Funeral services for James T. Howell held at Baptist church
The late James Thomas Howell was remembered in a funeral at the Baptist church conducted by the I O O F lodge with Rev. W W Montgomery officiating. Interment followed at Evergreen cemetery after a service at the First Presbyterian church and a procession to Fairfield for burial. Howell born July 15 1857 near Glasgow Iowa wrote his own obituary and arranged his funeral details.
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James Howell
The
Baptist Church
I. O. O. F. Lodge
W. W. Montgomery
Evergreen Cemetery
Howell
George Eichenauer
George Ellman
Masons
J. S. Rhinearson
W. Pratt
Odd Fellows
Arthur Madden
Moose
Fred Beitel
Knights of Pythias
First Presbyterian Church
J. B. Rendall
Fairfield
James Thomas Howell
Glasgow
Round Prairie Township
Jefferson County
Iowa
Cholera Hog Sell-Out Hits Chicago Market
Illinois and Iowa farmers ship cholera infected hogs to Chicago where live animals pass initial tests but later testing reveals the cholera germ. Despite inspectors’ precautions the meat reaches packers who lose while farmers are paid. Thousands of small pigs flood the market from infected districts as shipments continue.
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Chicago
Ill
Illinois
Iowa
Mayor Gaynor Advice on Finding a Wife in New York
In a letter to H. R. Trimmer of Minneapolis the New York mayor suggests men should directly approach women to marry. He notes he lacked the courage to do so himself but believes persistence will resolve the matter.
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New York
H. R. Trimmer
Minneapolis
Gaynor
Trimmer
Local man credits Foley Kidney Pills for health recovery
T. L. Parks of Murrayville Georgia Route 1 in his 70s says kidney and bladder troubles afflicting him were cured by Foley Kidney Pills. He reports back pain and bladder irregularities disappeared after using a 50 cent bottle. Pills contain no habit forming drugs. L. S. Bradshaw & Co. Sept.
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T. L. Parks
Murrayville
L. S. Bradshaw & Co
Veterans Meet in Jefferson County Reunion Today
Damp weather did not dampen the Jefferson County old soldiers and sailors reunion attendance. Veterans arriving from out of town gathered for a drum call at 1:30 and a library program, with officers elected for the year and a large parade crowd filling streets and park. No arrests were reported as Hagenbeck shows drew crowds and a first class exhibition with another show at 8 pm.
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Jefferson County
Old Soldiers and Sailors
S. J. Chester
Robert Israel
A. L. Belles
Theodore Higley
R. S. Galer
Mt. Pleasant
Rev. Osborn
New Revolution Brewing in Mexico
Reports from Mexico City indicate a broad uprising forming against President Madero involving the northern federal army. Generals Huerta and Orozco are named to lead the rebels, with martial law urged as Ambassador Wilson confirms fresh revolts and calls for border forces to intervene.
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Mexico City
Mexico
Madero
Huerta
Orozco
Sonora
Wilson
Steever
Wood
Congress
Circus draws large crowds under Hagenbeck Wallace tents
Reported crowd bubbling outside the Hagenbeck Wallace show as families and varied personalities gathered under the big tents. A simple boy and girl stood out amid the chatter as options to attend or stay home were weighed.
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Thut
Plow and Woodwork Expert Joins Neibert Bros Shop
J. W. Williams of Bedford Iowa with 43 years experience will be at Neibert Bros shop to do plow and woodwork exclusively. He guarantees first class work and can be visited at the shop one block east of the Iowa State Bank. 27-tf.
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J. W. Williams
Bedford
Iowa
Neibert Bros
Iowa State Bank
Meningitis Reported in Iowa Horse Population
Reports to Harry D. Miller in Council Bluffs Iowa indicate the new horse meningitis, already deadly in Kansas and Nebraska, has reached Iowa with two cases near Pacific Junction one near Glenwood and one at Clarinda. Nebraska experts, including Dr D S Palmer claim success treating two cases with tetanus serum and warn of spread to Iowa.
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Council Bluffs
Kansas
Nebraska
Iowa
Harry D. Miller
Pacific Junction
Glenwood
Clarinda
Lincoln
Neb
Holdredge
D. S. Palmer
Have Your Cycles Re Paired and Ground at Pence Machine Shop
Local shop Pence Machine Shop advertises bicycle repairs including wheel truing and grinding services. Customer satisfaction noted with prompt turnaround and affordable rates.
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Pence
President Parsons Talks To Students At Parsons College
Rev Willis E Parsons president of Parsons College addressed students this morning. He urged new students to seek education and encouraged older students to strive for greater life success through diligent use of opportunities and compliance with required standards.
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Parsons
Willis E. Parsons
Parsons College
Beers Seeks Acquaintances for County Ladies Meeting
Miss Beers asks to meet county ladies at the hospital at 2 o clock on Thursday and Friday. She refers to sewing and preparations for the opening Tuesday and invites the assistance of readers.
Youth of 85 Visits Friends in Fairfield
Abe Marshall aged eighty five visits Fairfield recalling the old city days. He notes dramatic changes in factories, stores, and streets since his last stay thirty years ago. Marshall aims to reconnect with local seniors and share anecdotes for Fairfield history as observers plan events like the Farmers Picnic with speakers including Jerry Sullivan and W L Harding. He plans to travel with the Craig campaign through Burlington and Keokuk.
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Abe Marshall
Neosha
Missouri
Marshall
J. L. Myers
Evening Tribune
Fairfield
Joe Crail Invited to Speak at Fort Madison Picnic
Joe Crail of this city, candidate for congress on the progressive ticket, has received an invitation from the Farmers Picnic association executive committee at Fort Madison to address residents during the Second Annual Farmers Picnic in Fort Madison.
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Joe Crail
Farmers Picnic Association
Fort Madison
Notice in Chancery quieting title in Hawk Iowa
In district court Jefferson County Iowa 1912 William C Hawk plaintiff versus Robert C Braden et al defendants. On October 15 1912 petition filed seeking to quiet title in the north half of the southwest quarter section 25 township 73 range 9 eighty acres and bar all adverse claims. Defendants urged to appear before noon November 2 1912 at Fairfield courthouse or default and decree as prayed will be entered. No costs if decree entered on default. 27-4-c
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California
North Pacific Coast
Jefferson County
Iowa
Robert C. Braden
John L. Braden
Dennis Sowlby
Mary E. Sefton
James H. Lewis
John A. Brown
James W. Anderson
Jacob H. Allen
W. P. Brazelton
William P. Brazelton
Edward G. Guest
E. G. Guest
Thomas S. Mealey
Jane Mealey
Samuel Mealey
Blaine Mealey
George Mealey
Clarence Emry
Charleton Emry
Fairfield
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Christ
Jesus Christ
Mary Ellen Castell
Salina
Luzetta V
Clara J
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Maude A
Ralph T
Muscatine
Benjamin
Canada
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Lizzie Brewer
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Salt Lake City
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Feather River
Ogden
Southern Pacific
el Paso
New Mexico
Rock Island
T. F. McNew
Mars
J. T. Davies
Undertaker
T. Davies
H. C Donaldson
Neiberts
Miss Beers
Crail
Jerry V. Sullivan
Des Moines
W.L. Harding
Sioux City
Progressive Executive Committee
Hiram Johnson
Burlington
Keokuk
William C. Hawk
Robert C. Braden Et al
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Shoemaker
N. W. Cor
John Deere Plow CO
Parlin & Orendorf CO
McCormick
Dain Manufacturing CO
Rock Island Plow CO
Imperial and
van Brunts
Charter Oak
R. H. Spence, the Buggy Man
Fairfield, Iowa
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