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Fairfield, Iowa "WEEKLY JOURNAL"
Jefferson County
Transcribed by Jane Adams

From Friday’s Daily (Page 1)
Death of A. C. Noble
  This afternoon at 1 o’clock occurred the death of A. C. NOBLE, one of our oldest citizens, after an illness of only three days. On Wednesday he received a paralytic stroke from which he rallied but slightly yesterday, and then gradually sank until the end came today.
  Uncle Abe, as he was familialy (sic) known, was in his 79th year. He was born at Altoona, Pa., and came to Iowa in 1848. He afterward returned to his native state and remained until 1864 when he again moved to this county, where he has lived since. Six years ago he came to Fairfield from the country nearby, and has made many friends and acquaintances during his stay here. He was of a frank, courteous and cheerful disposition, and possessed many traits which endeared him to his friends and loved ones. His nature as his name was noble. The funeral services will occur at 2 p. m. Sunday. Geo. S. HECK, of Maryville, Mo., Mr. and Mrs. IRWIN and Miss IRWIN, of Birmingham, and Mrs. Mary ROSS, of Portland, Ore., will be present at the funeral.

  The schools at Allison have been closed on account of the prevalence of scarlet fever and measles.

  T. D. FOSTER of Ottumwa has given $2,000 towards the building of a new Catholic church at that place.

PROFESSIONAL CARDS. (Page 4)
CALVIN SNOOK, Physician and Surgeon. Office E. side square, over BRIGHT’s hardware store. Fairfield, Iowa.

W. FORDYCE, Physician and Surgeon. Calls attended day or night. Office over RISK & HUFSTEDLER’s, N. E. Cor. Fairfield, Iowa.

J. V. BEAN, Physician and Surgeon. All calls promptly attended to, day or night. Fairfield, Iowa.

Rollin J. WILSON, Attorney at Law. Office over WEOLHAF’s Restaurant near Postoffice. Fairfield, Iowa.

RANEY & SIMMONS, Attorneys and Counsellors. Real Estate and Insurance Agents. Office over BELL’s Grocery, Northeast Corner. Fairfield, Iowa

E. R. SMITH, Attorney and Counsellor at Law. Does a general Law Business, writes Deeds, Mortgages, Leases, etc.. Collects Debts, Loans Money on Real estate. The Settlement of Estates Solicited. Office N. Side Park, over DAVIS’ Store. Fairfield, Iowa

Dr. T. L. JAMES. Dental Surgeon. Office New HELD Block. Fairfield, Iowa

Dr. FRANK FOURT. Dentist. Office over South Side Drug Store. Fairfield, Iowa.

Dr. J. B. MONFORT. Dental Surgeon. Office Southeast corner of Square, over HARRIS and CUDDY’s Store. Fairfield, Iowa.

E. G. GROVE, M.D. Physician and Surgeon. Special attention given to the Eye and Ear. Office and residence in the MONTFORT building, First door North of Savings Bank.

W. H. AYLESWORTH. Physician and Surgeon. Office and Residence, STEVER Block Chronic diseases treated at the office. Calls promptly attended day or night. Fairfield, Iowa.

B. N. GANTZ, M. D. Homœopathic Physician. Office over LANG’s Bakery. Hours 8 to 10 a. m., 1 to 4 and 7 to 8 p. m. Fairfield, Iowa.

D. M. DESMOND, A.M., M.D., D.O. Physician, Surgeon, Osteopath. Osteopathy, the new Science for treating all Chronic, Special and Nervous Diseases without Drugs, Medicines or the knife. Office, suite 1 and 2,  McELHINNY Blk Residence 506 S. Third St. Fairfield, Iowa.

M. C. CARPENTER. Physician and Surgeon. Office S. W. Corner Square. Residence two blocks South. Fairfield, Iowa.

COWARD AND CAPTAIN. (Page 4)
Fright Kills One and High Resolve Saves the Other.
  A story is told of a cowardly fellow lying behind a stump during an engagement, when a bullet knocked a chip from a stone near by.
  The chip struck him in the forehead scarcely breaking the skin. The frightened fellow cried out that he was fatally wounded and rolled over in a faint from which he never came out.
  A Captain near by was found to have eight bullet wounds and when told in the hospital that he couldn’t get well exclaimed. "Yes I will; give me good food and a little time to rest and by all the powers I’ll be out of here. My little children need me and I would be a coward to die and leave them helpless." He got well and is a hale old man today and his children haven’t forgotton him.
  Mark the fact that the mind in the coward’s case stopped the machinery of life and the mind in the captain’s case kept the machinery going, when skilled physicians said it must stop.
  Man becomes a God when the mind mounts to the altitude of high resolve, and by some occult process he, at that time, takes unto himself some of the power of the Infinite.
  Let one apply this power when aches and ails of body threaten to overcome. It is a most valuable agent for good health. One should, however, combine good food with a good mind and if ails of any kind press their claims day by day, heed the protests of Nature before some incurable disease sets up in the body.
  One of the first and most important steps to good health is to abandon the use of coffee, for it saps the vitality at the heart and stomach, the most important organs.
  If coffee is hard to give up, one can get on very handsomely with Postum Food Coffee and will shortly find a pronounced improvement in health.
  The happiest man or woman is not the richest or most brilliant but the healthiest, because such most nearly serve God by keeping their bodies in conformity to the beautiful, perfect working model built by the Creator.

The Local News. (Page 4)
From Monday’s Daily.
  Dr. CARPENTER went to Quincy, Ill., today on business.
  Miss Nina McWHIRTER left Saturday morning for St. Joseph, Mo.
  E. H. HUFFORD leaves tomorrow for his home at Chillicothe, MO.
  A marriage license was issued today for Ota M. CALDWELL, and Miss Rosa B. STANFORD, both of Brookville.
  Medical men say rheumatism is the forerunner of heart disease. HOOD's Sarsaparilla cures rheumatism by its action of the blood.
  Wm. CARMICHAEL was a caller at the JOURNAL office today.
  Mrs. Dr. BISSELL leaves tonight for New York City, having been called here by the sickness and death of Mrs. HUFFORD.
  The Junior B. Y. P. U., will give a social tomorrow evening at the residence of Mr. John DAHLGREEN, an interesting program has been arranged and a pleasant time is anticipated. A cordial invitation is extended to all to come and have a good time.
  Remember Dr. CLARK’s lecture tomorrow night at Library Hall, on the subject of "Food and Cooking." Proceeds to go toward buying books.
  J. R. SPECK will go to Tingley, Ringgold county, tomorrow, called there by the sickness of a relative.
  The club dance which was to have been held at BEATTY’s hall Tuesday evening has been postponed until Thursday evening.
  Mr. Ed HEARN, state secretary of the college department of the Y. M. C. A. addressed the students of Parsons college this morning in the interests of the national student volunteer convention to be held in Cleveland, Ohio, February 23 to 27.
  Mr. J. J. WILKINSON, of Des Moines, representing the Bankers’ and Merchants’ Life Association, was in town today calling on our business men. Years ago Mr. WILKINSON was intimately associated in school work, with the present Editor of the JOURNAL, and we know him to be a gentleman and an all round good fellow.
  John WILLIAMSON went to Des Moines today.
  Geo. D. CLARKE went to Des Moines this afternoon.
  W. S. AYERS of Washington is in the city today.
  Martha LAWRENCE, aged 72, died at the poor farm last night.
  Miss Maude JACKSON is home from Ottumwa for a few days.
  Wm. PREWITT went to Bloomfield today to look after some business matters.
  C. A. STEELE, of Davenport, traveling freight agent for the Rock Island, was in the city today on business.
  Mrs. CARL, an aged lady of 74, living six miles north of here, died last night and will be buried tomorrow.
  Ed WHITNEY, of the New London Moon, was in town yesterday attending the funeral of A. C. NOBLE, and calling on friends.
  The College Mandolin club will give a concert at Krum next Saturday night. It is their intention to give weekly concerts at all the surrounding towns in turn. The club consists of thirteen members at present under the leadership of Prof. LUCE.
  It is said at Sioux City that there is a prospect of the Port Arthur railroad being extended to that point.

From Tuesday’s Daily. (Page 4)
  Catarrh, like scrofula, is a disease of the blood and may be cured by purifying the blood with HOOD’s Sarsaparilla.
  Mr. LEEDHAM, the cigar man of Mt. Pleasant was in the city today on business.
  The worst day of the season thus far this.
  Mrs. Norman ANSTEAD, of Fairfield, spent Saturday with her friend Katharine LANG.--Mt. Pleasant News.
  Miss I. T. WISECARVER was in Sigourney last week attending the wedding of J. C. COOPER, of Ottumwa, and Miss Mabel HOWARD, of Sigourney.
  Theo. HOCHULY sells farms and city property.      10-20-t-f.
  Miss Ada LAMBERTSON took the place of the leading soprano in the choir of the First M. E. church of Ottumwa, for several weeks during the absence of the regular member.
  For Sale.--Three choice milk cows. J. G. KEINTZ, two miles east of city, on John HOOPS place.      1-19-w-2t
  Robert JUNKIN went to Ottumwa last night to visit friends.
  For Sale, A Hammock road cart Good as new, will go cheap. Call at JOURNAL office.      1-20-d&wtf
  Lewis G. Baldwin Post No. 279 on Jan. 20, 1898 elected the following officers for the year: J. M. FRY, Commander; Don LEPPO, S. V. C. Chas ELLIOTT, J. V. C.   D. W. GARBER, Adjutant; S. F. FELL, Quarter Master; J. H. BYERS, O. D.  J. N. SLIMMER, Chaplain.
  The Derthrick music club met last evening with Miss Ada LAMBERTSON, in their regular bi-weekly meeting. The subject for discussion last night was "Bach." An interesting meeting is reported.
  Miss Sue BLAIR was sick yesterday and today and unable to teach. Her place was filled by Miss CORY, the supply teacher.
  FOR RENT.--Two good farms, 70 and 90 acres respectively, well located, will rent separately or together. Call at JOURNAL office.    1-18-d-&-w-t-f.

COUNTY CORRESPONDENCE. (Page 4)
GLENDALE
  Miss Mary DAWSON had a severe fall last week, also had Miss Mary HEATON Mrs. Jesse PARSONS and Mrs. Albert HOWARD.
  Miss Mamie HEATON spent last week with her aunt Mary here.
  Sleighing is good.
  Rev. TAYLOR’s meeting is progressing with ever increasing attendance.
  A tramp broke a window out of the Glendale school house in entering to find a nights lodging: the door was broken in several weeks since by a tramp who wished to stop all night. Why not leave school houses unlocked so that tramps could enter without trouble. Very few families will take in the filthy creatures anymore.
  Ed SHARPE was thrown from a horse last week onto his head but is able to be out again.
  Miss Clara BRYAN of Agency visited among friends last week.

LIBERTYVILLE
  Nathan P. CLARRIDGE was born in Fayette county, Ohio, Mar. 14th, 1843, and died at his home near Libertyville, Jan. 18, 1898 at 6 a.m. Early in life he moved with his parents to Jefferson county where he spent the remainder of his life, with the exception of three years service in the civil war. He enlisted in Co. B., 19th, Iowa Infantry, Aug. 9, ’62 and was honorably discharged in ’65. He took part in the following battles. At Prairie Grove, Ark. Dec. ’62. Van Buren, Ark., Dec. ’62. Vicksburg, Miss., ’63. Yazoo City, ’63, and Brownsville, Tex. ’63. Franklin Creek, Miss. ’64. Spanish Fort, Ala. ’65. After his return from the army he attended AXLINE Academy at Fairfield, where he made the acquaintance of Miss Sarah E. MILLER, whom he married Feb. 21, ’67. Four children were born to them, two of them are still living. His wife passed away about a year and a half ago. Mr. CLARRIDGE was a respected citizen, strictly honest as a business man, kind and considered in this social relations. He was a member of Lewis G. Baldwin Post. No. 279 G. A. R., and served as Adjutant from the time of its organization. He had been a member of the Presbyterian church at Libertyville for a long time in which faith he died. His illness was brief and his death so unexpected that the community was shocked to learn of the sad event. The funeral services were conducted at the Presbyterian church, Rev. BOLLAM officiating, after which the members of the Post conducted the burial services at the Fell cemetery. He leaves two sons to mourn his loss.
  Mr. GOSICK will deliver another one of his Bible talks at the M. E. church Friday evening Jan. 28. Mr. GOSICK has been a close student of the Bible and his address will be instructive. Come and hear him.
  The second quarterly meeting of the Libertyville charge will be held at Mt. Zion M. E. church commencing Tuesday evening Feb. 1, and continuing Wednesday and Thursday, preaching each evening by the Presiding Elder and also in the afternoon at 2 oclock. Communion services Wednesday afternoon after preaching, followed by the quarterly conference. It is hoped that there will be a full attendance from both churches.
  Samson PEARSON aged 87 years died Jan. 6, at the home of his son, at Gentry, Mo. He was the father of Silas PEARSON, who lives south of here.
  Mr. Newton CALHOUN and wife, of Van Buren county, arrived at L. E. WARNERs’, Monday.
  Cows running loose in our village are a great annoyance to farmers driving to church. The [sic] disturb the wraps and eat the hay thrown into the conveyance for the comfort of the persons riding to church. The cows are delighted to have Sabbath come for they are sure of a square meal.
  Joe HOFFMAN and his new wife expect to go to house-keeping this week in the house on his father’s farm, just south of the school house known as Plum College.  Joe is a worthy young man and is entitled to success and has the best wishes of many friends.
  Hi RHODEBAUGH has been confined to the house for several days.
  R. O. SHERRICK, of Birmingham, was a caller Friday.
  Eddie GARBER is in very poor health and has been obliged to leave school.
  SPRINGER & RICHARDS sold a fine young horse to LAPAN and sent him to Birmingham last week.
  H. D. ROBERTSON’s youngest child is very sick.
  Frank HURST went to Blakesburg, Thursday to visit his son, Dr. Will HURST and returned Friday.
  C. B. McPEEK, of Fairfield, was a business caller Friday.
  Uncle Ab WILLIAMS and wife, of near Douds, called Friday to see their new grand-son.
  Miss Nellie COUNTRYMORE, of Birmingham, came to our village Friday for a few days visit.
  Rev. MOODY was on our streets, Friday, shaking hands.
  Uncle Robert JOHNSON of Birmingham attended the funeral of Comrade CLARRIDGE.
  Good hogs are worth $3.50.
  The Adventist church was dedicated on Sabbath according to previous announcement. The attendance was large and the property was reported entirely free from debt. The society is greatly encouraged.
  Geo. McGREW, of Douds, made our city a pleasant call Thursday.

In Memoriam (Page 4)
  At a meeting of Lewis G. Balding [Baldwin?] Post No. 279 G. A. R. the following memorial was adopted.
  WHEREAS, Once more we are called upon to mourn the loss of one of our members, Comrade Nathan P. CLARRIDGE, who was removed by death.
  RESOLVED: That in the death of our beloved brother and comrade our order and especially our Post sustains a great and irreparable loss.
  Ever since the organization of our Post in Feb. 1884, Comrade CLARRIDGE has been our faithful and efficient adjutant.
  Ever prompt in the discharge of every duty. A zealous and earnest Patriot and Soldier of the late war. He defended our government and our flag in the ordeal of many terrible battles, until victory for the right was won. An unostentatious and honored member of our community, respected by all who knew him. His work is done. The battle of life is won. He has gone to his rest.
  RESOLVED:  That we deeply sympathize with the family and relatives, in their great bereavement.
  RESOLVED:  That the county papers be requested to publish the above memorial.
        D. W. GARBER}
        F. WINN        }        Committee.
        D. LEPPO        }

K. Of P. Ball. (Page 4)
  Under the direction of Charles --OWLES [KNOWLES?] and Roy FRY there will be a public ball at Libertyville in the new hall next Thursday evening Jan. 27. Everybody is invited to come and have a good time, the most popular music has been secured for the occasion by the managers. Charley and Roy never fail to make a success, and have advertised next Thursday evening’s ball quite extensively.

Teacher's Convention. (Page 6)
  The Jefferson County Teachers’ association will hold a meeting at Pleasant Plain, Saturday, February 5th, 1898.
MORNING SESSION.
  Music.
  9:30, Correlation. How to use it. John KYLE, Lizzie HEATON, Katherine MANN.
  How to secure good order. Bird ANGSTEAD, Edward LAMBERT, Supt. J. E. WILLIAMSON.
  Is the consolidation of the smaller rural schools desirable? Laura B. SWAN, James BENDA, C. N. IVES.
AFTERNOON SESSION.
  Music.
  1:00. Why are not the large boys a nd girls in school? Orpha HULL, H. C. MOWERY, J. W. MYERS, Prof. R. A. HARKNESS.
  Is county uniformity of text-books desirable? Henry PICKARD, Walter MONGER, W. H. McCRACKEN.
  How to teach narcotics and stimulants. Maude FRAZEY, A. N. SMITH.
  All teachers, school officers, patrons and others interested are urged to be present and to take part in the discussions.
Supt. J. E. Williamson, President.
Katherine Mann, Secretary.

CASTORIA.
The facsimile signature of Chas. H. FLETCHER. is on every wrapper.

The Salina Creamery. (Page 6)
R. J. GUDGELL, one of the supporters of the Salina creamery, reports that for the the month of December he sold the milk of seven cows, a total of 2618 pounds, which averaged 5 percent in butter fat, a very high average by the way, at $1.10 per hundred pounds, or $28.80. The average for all milk brought to this creamery was 4.2. Mr. Gudgell attributes the successful returns in a large measure to the efficient management of Henry GOERS, who is giving entire satisfaction to all the patrons.

From Saturday's Daily. (Page 8)
  Ollie THOMPSON went to Ottumwa today.
  Booker T. WASHINGTON, the great colored orator and teacher of the south, lectures at Washington tonight. It will pay one well to go that distance to hear him.
  Mr. W. F. FRY was one of the successful applicants who passed the recent examination at Des Moines, for admission to the bar. There was a large class examined at this time.
  The snow which fell so steadily today was a pleasant variation from the mud and slush and was welcomed by every one.
  Mrs. DUBOIS went to Chariton this afternoon to visit friends.
  Mrs. N. C. ANSTEAD went to Mt. Pleasant this afternoon for a short visit.
  Mr. H. C. MILLER, who teaches at County Line was in the city on business.
  John MERCKENS made a trip to Burlington yesterday and returned this morning.
  Mr. C. F. THOMAS, of Washington, is in the city visiting his brother E. E. THOMAS.
  The statements of those who have been cured by HOOD’s Sarsapaail a [sic] prove ['e' typset inverted] the great merits of this medicine. Get only HOOD’s.
  Miss Gertie BROWN returned from Beckwith today where she has been attending Mrs. JINKS during her recent illness.
  Rev. McELHANEY went to Bentonsport on No. 15 this morning.
  Revival meetings are in progress at the Free Methodist church with good attendance and good interest.
  J. L. FERRY, of Glasgow, was a caller at the JOURNAL office today.
  O. W. GREEN, of Salina, was in town today on business.

Baptist Meetings Closed. (Page 8)
  The series of meetings which have been in progress at the Baptist church for the past three weeks, closed last night with the administration of the rite of baptism to ten members. The interest in these meetings has been very good throughout, and the last services closed with a crowded house. The pastor, Rev. W. C. SHEPHERD, will preach as usual Sunday morning and evening. Topic for Sunday evening is "Christ the Great Healer."

Married. (Page 8)

  At 2 p.m. today at the M. E. parsonage, Rev. BOATMAN united in marriage, Mr. Lee BARNETT and Miss Minnie AMOS, both of Libertyville These worthy young people are among the substantial farmers of Liberty township.

Married. (Page 8)
  This afternoon at 3:30 o’clock, at Mayor JAQUES’ office, occurred the marriage of Mr. Frank L. SALTS, and Miss Carrie HUPP, both of Brookville. These are said to be very worthy young people and the JOURNAL extends congratulations.

Fairfield Prices For Hogs. (Page 8)
  I will pay Fairfield prices for hogs, delivered at Lockridge, to farmers living near the latter place who wish to sell in car load lots. See me Saturdays and make arrangements. 1-21 w-3 t.               J. N. SMITH

The Local News. (Page 8)
From Wednesday's Daily.
  Mrs. Eva FARRIS is visiting friends in the country this week.
  Wood continues to pour in from the country, notwithstanding the bad roads.
  The JOURNAL wiil take more wood on subscription whenever our subscribers will bring it in.
  If you feel weak, dull and discouraged you will find a bottle of HOOD’s Sarsaparilla will do you wonderful good.
  Adam OMER, of Four Corners, was a Fairfield visitor yesterday and today.
  Two weddings in the city today. Surely cupid is getting in his work now in good shape.
  Mr. and Mrs. D. G. HIGLEY will entertain a party of about forty invited guests this evening.
  Wm. GIFT, of Ottumwa after spending several days with relatives and friends here, returned home yesterday.
  Wm. SMITH, the manager of the creamery at Four Corners, was in town today on business connected with the creamery.
  George S. HECK, of Maryville, Mo., has been summoned to the bedside of his uncle, Mr. NOBLE, and is expected to arrive tomorrow.
  The county clerk today granted a marriage license to Lee D. BARNETT, aged 26, and Miss Minnie A. AMOS, aged 19, both of Des Moines township.
  Mrs. SHELDON, an aged lady living in Gage’s addition, died this morning. Interment will be held from the family residence tomorrow afternoon at 3 o’clock.
  F. MOYER went to Burlington yesterday, to purchase the lumber for a new residence to be built on his farm in Blackhawk township five miles north of the city. Wm. DONALDSON has the contract for building the house.

From Thursday's Daily.
  Rev. Father NODLER went to Ottumwa today.
  E. H. HUFFORD came in from Chillicothe, Mo., this morning called here by the sickness of his mother.
  HOOD’s Sarsaparilla is prepared by experienced pharmacists who know precisely the nature and quality of all ingredients used.
  The young folks will give the fourth of their series of balls tonight. There is to be one more in the series.
  Mrs. Dr. BISSELL, of New York City, arrived this morning called here by the sickness of her sister, Mrs. HUFFORD.
  Geo. S. HECK, of Marysville, Mo. nephew of Abe NOBLE, arrived this morning to attend his uncle and aunt in their sickness.
  Pres. JENKINS will address the Aldines at the hall of the society, tomorrow evening.
  Last evening Mr. and Mrs. D. G. HIGLEY entertained about forty of their friends at a six o’clock dinner. An elegant and bounteous feast was spread, after which music and games were introduced, and a most enjoyable evening was passed by all the guests.
  John JAY, of Washington, was looking after business in town today.
  Jim WOOLEN, of the Hotel Allen Washington, was in town today.
  Mrs. Dr. ROGERS and Mrs. Dr. McCULLOUGH, of Ottumwa, are visiting relatives in the city.
  Miss Nellie SCOTT will give a card party tonight, in honor of the S. B. S. G. Club.
  A marriage license was granted today to Hayes L. WHITE, aged 42, and Mrs. Sibbie E. JAY, aged 44.
  Two of Mt. Pleasant’s leading business firms have closed out. Why not come over to Fairfield and enjoy the benefits of a good business town?

From Friday's Daily. (Page 8)
  H. A. SPIELMAN went to Burlington this afternoon on business.
  The statements of those who have been cured by HOOD’s Sarsaparilla prove the great merits of this medicine. Get only HOOD’s.
  Mrs. H. C. PETERS and family returned this morning from an extended visit with her parents in Chicago. Harry is happy.
  Frank F. MELCHER, of Danville, was calling on our merchants this morning.
  Chas. DAVID is still very low with but little chance for any permanent improvement.
  Mrs. Chas. GAGE and Mrs. Ed. LUCAS went to Libertyville today to call on friends.
  The will of the late Nathan P. CLARRIDGE of Libertyville was filed for probate today.
  Mrs. STOUFFER, of Hotel Allen, Washington, came over today.
  The D. C. Club met last night with Maggie and Katie HARRIS. Refreshments were served in an elegant manner and after the usual proceedings, the members departed at a seasonable hour, all reporting a pleasant time.
  J. E. FAMULENER, of Libertyville, was looking after business in town today.
  Mrs. Frank McCARTY still continues to mend slowly. Her recovery now seems assured.
  Dr. A. J. DROZ, of West Chester, Ia. is visiting friends and relative in the city.
  W. S. COEN, of Parson’s College, returned to his home, in Ottumwa, last night on account of sickness.
  Some of the members of the dancing club being relatives of Mrs. HUFFORD, the meeting at BEATTY’s hall last night was postponed until next Tuesday night.
  A lady’s pocketbook containing a small sum of money, some memoranda, etc., has been left at this office. The owner can reclaim property by paying for this notice.