03 Apr 1905
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1905
Page
1
The Philadelphia Inquirer warns against stimulants and promotes Dr. Cadwell's Laxative Syrup Pepsin as a tonic. It mocks quack remedies like various tonics and sarsaparilla potions while urging readers to choose a reliable product sold by local druggists H. N Moogk and Minnie F. shungletunz.
Notice to Freeport citizens of Stephenson Illinois about the annual township meeting and election to be held on the first Tuesday in April. Polls open 7:00 am to 5:00 pm at eight precincts with offices elected including town clerk assessor collector and highway commissioner. Town meeting at Precinct 1 at 2:00 pm to receive reports and approve expenses. Town Clerk Thomas F. See dated March 15.
Four killed and forty wounded as police fire on a crowd in Warsaw during a Bund led demonstration amid a school strike. Mob threats and proscriptions against Jews circulate as authorities seek to calm unrest. Tensions rise as bombs and intimidation rumors spread, with police and Cossacks patrolling streets.
Reports from multiple Russian locales including Samara and Irkutsk describe factory and shop closures with lower wages and longer hours. A chemical incident in Lad Toive is blamed on strikers, while authorities ban a Moscow gathering to curb cholera fears and political demonstrations.
Reports say Japanese forces advance at Guns Pass Apwili side and press a manned front. Chinese and Russian Chinese formations hold near Mukden with fortifications in place. Native accounts claim Japanese retreat from the China front as five armies move toward Vladivostok.
A cryptic report outlines a long journey from Mongolia toward Tsitsihar. The text hints at boldness, cautious planning, and a potential breakthrough despite distance. It mentions Bassin and Tees ties as part of a broader strategy and a hoped distinction emerging from the effort.
Will fauh Bryain addressed Towat Don rocmuts urging railways and trusts reform. He argued the nation trends toward corporate domination and lauded agitation in Wisconsin Minnesota and elsewhere. He warned the Democratic party must free the future with hope and courage.
Obituary notice for William F. Potter of the Long Island Railroad, died in New York of cerebrospinal meningitis after a long illness. Survived by wife, sons Efborace and William Bodis, daughter Sar, mother, and brother Henry C. Potter. Potter held senior railroad posts and was elected president in January. Also brief, disjointed notes on socialist and labor movements and Colorado politics with garbled names and events.
Nebraska Legislature adjourned sine die in Done Linewin April after sending to the governor a dunkin anti trust bill and a DH prohibiting the manufacture and sale of clouvettes. Bishop Spalding, who has been confined to Tis led from he effects of a stroke, suffered a relapse and heart failure after a prior paralysis three months ago. His condition remains serious.
Secretary Hay travels with State Evy Mas aboard the White Star Hoe steaddiship vetie arriving Terme after a plomsard voyitie. The trip greatly improved health and prestige for Mrs Hay. Spal OL EMOTE cat vine workers to T2oshops have sieuek ih veurligator for dae athened loeleitss eat oof thfanten an Thea refusad te Hen Tb, teeients Witae ote Hin taetarers wit are meniinrs of the raiagne aoe Wate Maiingiaet rors' chile.
Belet jary ust takow and April Ge APG engage in hearings about duties in the Cedarad grain division. Officials discuss isolation, cities, lakes, and a revived codian program at Sunn Pusiidsede Ct Tekevot. The Swiss routes and trains pass central areas as agri sectors respond.
President Roosevelt leaves Washington on a long westward trip lasting nearly two months. The journey includes a Rough Riders reunion in San Antonio Texas with planned stops and addresses, then hunting in Texas timberlands and Colorado. He travels with Secretary Loeb and others, with Louisville and Fort Worth as key waypoints.
Theodore P. L. Shonts, president of Clover Lent railway, to chair the new Panama commission after conferring with President Roosevelt. Other members include Chief Engineer Wide Jace and Judge Charles E. Argoun. The group forms an executive committee with broad authority, aiding the Isthmus administration.
Pittsburg April 8 a 12 year old, son of a Gravetan official, derailed the Clove railway near Mittshore, climbing over rails and rails. He allegedly struck a obstruction, leaped the rails, and toppled the mooring, with bystanders reporting the incident ended by the air hose severing. A dog showed fright as the event unfolded, while the boy appeared blind to danger and distress.
Latimer, April 18 260 years ago era in a quarrel between Tancaster artist and Jennie Good ended when Good stabbed him in the chest near the heart after threatening to eat his heart. Kline and Mise Good were part of a group grouping around a local tavern. The knife wound proved fatal. Good fled and remains at large.
Edward Decker Jr of Algonquin Wisconsin is believed drowned after vanishing on the Ludington to Manitowoc steamer route. He headed a regional financial trust with ties to The Green Bay Advocate The Green Bay Record and several manufacturing and railroad interests.
Charles J Wait of Tiltings Montana, a top sheep owner, saw his entire wool clip spoiled before shearing. The clip, valued at about 100 000 pounds, faced selling prices around ten cents a pound in Boston markets. In Chicago on April 4 Frank Tennant, linked to Patsy King, faced a severe fine for policy book promotion. the penalty marks Cook County’s heaviest individual fine for lottery promotion.
Fifty representatives of leading U S whisky manufacturers gathered for a secret meeting here. None would disclose what actions or agreements were reached. Statesmen return from a rivers and harbors trip. Members of the House committee landed in New Orleans after visiting Tortu Hiro.
Nevada senator Stewart relocates to Tonopah after lengthy public service in the state. Voorhees of New Jersey donates 200000 to the agnariana Uriver Society, and preparations for a continental conference on dangers of the uprising are noted. Minor items mention Morse, Carnegie, and various regional developments including education and taxation.
A fragmented Galesburg editorial piece discusses the three party split in the Citizens Original and Liberal parties in Guilesburg Illinois. It covers the Confrontation over liquor laws, saloons, and Sunday gaming. It notes Secceders from the Giliante party align with original principles while criticizing Mayor Stamway and police actions amid town growth concerns.
A 22 year old woman from Tatlin street named Jenita Kapusen was ground to death in a Darting and Co fertilizer works machine on Ashfind Avenue. Workers were injured as blood flowed from the grinding machine. A preliminary inquest was planned. Copeland faced a murder charge in a separate county case with a jury verdict expected. The county is also unsettled by resignations and ongoing criminal and church matters.
A newspaper advertisement warns men to prevent indigestion by carrying Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets. It cites a stressed man suffering heartburn and nerves, claims the tablets relieve acute digestion problems, and promises a refund if not effective. Price is 25 cents per package, available in stores or by mail.
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