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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1900
Page
4
April 9 annual patriotic banquet of the Knights of God at K of G hall. April 10-11 spring meeting of Freeport Presbytery at First Presbyterian church. April 6 B of L F annual hall at Armory hall. April 16 O M P dance at Germania hall. April 16 Amity society dance at Blust's hall. April 19 ball at St Mary's hall under Ladies sodalities.
At a meeting last night the Modern Woodmen decided not to send delegates to the Madison gathering where the 1901 picnic site will be chosen and to drop efforts for Freeport due to lack of local interest. Subscriptions reached about 800 dollars, but 1500 are needed to cover expenses. The Knights of the Globe will meet here next year, promising to draw thousands of visitors. Also announced is Miss Winifred Gray of Rockford performing Friday April 6 at Embury church, with proceeds benefiting the city nurse deaconess Miss Hodge. Pastor L C Burtina endorses her and notes the public benefit of seeing her sing.
Gen. George Washington Garrison No. 1 held an installation of officers last evening in the Knights of the Globe hall. Samuel Aue installed the officers including Chief Justice S Hamlyn Supreme judge H Bloom President Jacob Pontius Vice president H S Stone Commander Will Hahn Lieut. Com J Mieseberger Ensign C Kerchner Provost Marshal S D Aue Quartermaster and guard John Ryan Sentinel S Hamlyn Trustee for three years Al Green.
Dr J G Hayes son of ex Sheriff John R Hayes has established a veterinary practice in Freeport. A graduate of McKillip Veterinary college he will base at J R Rose Brugh's livery barn and aims for early success.
Harry Maywood, formerly with the Golden Eagle clothing store, was arrested this morning by Sheriff McGown of Dixon. He is charged with stealing $20 from a roommate in Dixon and is well known in Freeport.
Walter Kummerer closed his post office laundry and runs Brewster house laundry. Mrs. C L Loveland sold her interest in Cascade laundry to G R Loveland.
George and Henry Roedemeyer sons of Chief Fire Marshal Rodemeyer start nickel plating operations in the Sheetz building adjacent to the gas company office. They are described as good workmen and reliable young men.
Landeck completes new store in Arcade addition and will open in a few days. John Guyer furnishes first stock of goods for the venture.
A social at Embury church last evening drew a large crowd with a splendid supper and good music throughout the evening.
A delegation from Freeport Shriners traveled to Rockford this afternoon for the Mystic Shrine meeting slated for this evening. An increase in population is noted as Mr and Mrs Carl Zimmerman of Harlem township welcome a baby girl at their home.
Miss Edna Krohn hosted a charming wedding breakfast yesterday in honor of Miss Emily Heard, gathering friends and family to celebrate the forthcoming marriage in a warm, social setting.
At the Freeport club bowling alleys last night Killen’s Rough Rollers faced Hi Smith’s Pin Destroyers in a tight match with no handicap in game one and fifty-pin handicap in the next two. A fourth team will join for a four team tournament while Heard’s Slow Rollers remain to be heard from. C. W. Killen read a letter from the Needhams of Rockford requesting a return game to be played within two weeks, and the club voted to host it on Freeport alleys.
Philadelphia clergyman Rev Russell Conwell, leader of the city’s largest church and a major college founder, lectures tonight at the Grand Opera House under YMCA auspices on Acres of Diamonds. The feature also notes Lincoln J. Carter’s Remember the Maine at the Grand tomorrow, praised for its complete production and patriotic drama with Dewey and Manila references, plus assorted local ads and endorsements.
Nudd and Seise shipped another carload of horses east last evening. The Knights of the Globe initiated six candidates. H R Nelson has returned from Binghampton New York. The Eminent Ladies garrison will host a banquet tonight for guests from Stockton and Eleroy. W W Keltner and family plan Denver Colorado as their future home. Walter Butler traveled to Apple River for a few days. The Freeport contingent includes Geo Shick Mrs M F Halliday and daughter Dr Allen Salter Fr L Crotzer W H Bender and Charles and Dick Hughes. Frank Byrne of Freeport came up last evening and returned this morning. Martin Serf of Freeport is in town this morning.
Under the big dome guardianship and probate notes show reports approved and recorded, estates of multiple deceased individuals with oath taking, letters issued, and petitions filed. Conservatorships, bonds, and orders of discharge or probate proceedings appear for patients and heirs, with hearings noted for several estates.
Whether on pleasure bent or business, take on every trip a bottle of Syrup of Figs, a pleasant and effective aid for kidneys, liver, and bowels. Prevents fevers and headaches. Sold in 50 cent bottles by leading druggists. Manufactured by California Fig Syrup Co.
The Galena Democrat reports ten chubby wolf pups, under a week old, found on a farm in Ward's Grove after being dumped from a coarse bag. Geo F Hastings found them in a hollow log and received a $33.25 reward. Wolf hunting noted as profitable with the right location.
Dr King's New Life Pills claim to quickly ease sick and nervous headaches by purifying blood and strengthening nerves. Easy to take and sold for 25 cents with a money back guarantee if not cured. Joseph Emmert, druggist, is listed as the seller.
Ad lists fancy Kentucky blue grass priced at 20 cents per pound from H J Porter at 12 Exchange Street. Includes offer valid for nearby customers with delivery or pickup options. (Names and exact dates from the original text are preserved.)
Preparations for Easter as DeJongh announces a grand opening next mercredi April 4 continuing all week. Post fire on January 22, the store has been thoroughly renovated to offer enhanced comfort and convenience to patrons. An invitation is extended to friends and foes alike to visit.
An old column notes a London bridge wager failed while promoting Doan's Kidney Pills at Foster-Milburn Co. Buffalo. Adverts announce new hats and bonnets at Emma Bues millinery on Stephenson street near the Y M C A with opening days listed.
A reading lists fresh bread at 3 cents per loaf and day old bread at 2 cents. Buns rolls cookies and doughnuts priced at 8 cents a dozen. Bineberry pies offered at a special 6 cents each this week.
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