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Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1900

Page

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Prince of Wales survives attempted assassination in Belgium

Describes a teen a tinsmith Lipido who fired twice at the Prince of Wales and missed. He said he aimed due to perceived crimes in South Africa. Belgians denounce the act. the prince escapes unharmed as crowds cheer during the royal procession to Phoenix Park.

Homseels Prince of Wales Copenhagen Denmark Sipide Brussels Sipide A Lhe South Africa Lipido Yahor Afnison du Peuple Journal de ‘Bruoxeilen Belgium Belgiunia

Queen Victoria Receives Warm Welcome in Dublin

Queen Victoria lands at Kingstown and proceeds to Dublin amid a vast Irish crowd. The Duke of Abercorn and the castle party join in the reception, praising the displays as chivalrous and spontaneous. Shamrocks are pinned to the Queen’s breast as she journeys through the city.

Dublin Duke of Aberorn Ireland Regal Lodge Associated Press Sam Queen Victoria Dublin Town Abe Kingstown

Peace and tempers flare in Senate House fight over Goebel law

Washington April 4 Peace was restored in the Senate after a lively session. Wolcott apologized for harsh language used before adjournment and Lodge said no offense was taken. In the House a Kentucky clash featured Wheeler and Pugh trading charges over Goebel election law moments after Boreing sparked the debate. Lacey condemned the Goebel law.

Washington Quay Wolcott Lodge Kentucky Wheeler Pugh Tugh Boreing House Lacey Town

Fire destroys Kansas City convention hall postponing July gathering

The Kansas City convention hall building and adjacent structures are destroyed by fire. Loss is estimated at 350000 with the hall insured and plans to rebuild immediately for the Democratic national convention. Milwaukee officials consider relocation if Kansas City changes plans. Admiral Dewey's presidential candidacy rumors surface as party discussions unfold.

Milwaukees Dewey Chicago Bryan Proctor Kramsins City Admiral Dewey Kansas City Second Presbyterian Church Lathrop School Convention Hall Twelfth Street Commercial Club Milwaukee David 8. Rose National Democratic Committee Washington Jones Kansas

Insular Legislation Hurdles Highlight Senate Session

Washington April 5. A Cuban petition seeks a ban on using US military to block a competitive cable landing on the island. Debates covered the Quay case timing, Alaska code DHL, and 81 pension bills. The house discussed many issues, including Kentucky, with no action taken.

Washington Senate Cuba United States House

Admiral Dewey Candidacy Rumor Stirs Chicago Talk

Chicago politicians and a mother from out of state say Admiral Dewey is too late for either major party nomination. A Detroit dispatch quotes Dan Cup urging a leader of principle, not popularity, while a Washington telegraph notes Dewey has not discussed politics since his return. Endorsements abound, especially from the South, as Dewey signals possible candidacy and platform questions loom.

Admiral Dewey Chicago Detroit Daniel J. Cup Michmvith Democratic National Committee New York World Dewey Bryan Democratic Party Denmerntic Denmoermis Tay Washington Admiral Dawey

Pennsylvania Democrats Back Bryan in State Candidacy

Pennsylvania Democrats declare support for William Jennings Bryan. National Committeeman James M. Guffey says the Pennsylvania Democratic state convention will instruct for Bryan, signaling unified backing amid calls from across the country.

Pennsylvania Democrats Bryan Harrisburg Admiral Dewey National James M. Guffey Pennsylvania Democracy

Cleveland declines to comment on Dewey presidential bid

Princeton April 4. Six President Cleveland declined to discuss Admiral Dewey's announced plan to seek the presidency. He said he did not care to say anything about it.

Portland Ore William J. Bryan Iixposition Admiral Dewey Bryan Princeton N. J Cleveland Dewey Las The United Se Ites

Gregory Leads Rhode Island Governor Race by 10000

Returns at this writing indicate Gregory a Republican is elected governor in Rhode Island by about a 10000 vote majority.

Rhode Island Providence Br.i An. Nin William Gregory North Kingstown Nathan MM. Littlefield Pawtucket General Assembly Gregory

Mrs Grant Coming Home From Prussia Visit

Mrs Frederick Dent Grant left St. Petersburg for the United States on Tuesday evening. Her daughter, the Princess Cantacuzene, is much improved after pneumonia, with no need for hospital care or the U S trained nurse. Grant plans to return this summer and hopes to visit estates near Odessa with her husband. Also notes: BUTTERNUT Wisconsin April 1 eighteen South Side Lumber horses cremated after a fire. Des Moines April 5 five mile limit bill failed in the house. Springfield April 6 decree granted for the sale of the Commtatia and Chester Railway from Centralia to Chester covering 99 94 miles.

St. Petersburg Frederick Dent Grant United States Cantucuzene Grant Cantacuzene Odessa Butternut Wis South Side Lumber Company Des Moines State University State Agricultural College State Normal School Springfield Als Cirendit Court Allen Comttatia and Chester Centralia

Net of scattered 19th century crime and civic items

A garbled 19th century police and civic notices items list robberies marriages fires and protests. Names include Al A Graham Peter Astle Scott William Nett Anta Davis Julius Ablenruth Bishop Fowler Lavinia D Dempsey. Events mention a robbery near an auditorium a stock incident a protest by deputies and labor actions abroad with Japan Russia and Porto Rico.

al A. Graham O Chienzo Wattehworth Peter Astle Scott Ressantairede Dewel Mowladd Willian Nett Pibbet Wabkworth County Wis Mies Anta Davis Chicago Chamber of Deputies Dso Oumirk Kobe Russia Japan San Juan de Porto Rico Julius Ablenruth Ltode Park Brewing Company St Louis Porton Bridge Company LaCrosse Bishop Fowler Methodist Episcopal Church Byiurtsinde N.Y

Proverbial musings on life and manners from Chicago Daily News

A collage of quips on love, money, gender roles, and human folly. Lines warn against overconfidence and mock pretensions while noting practical truths about opportunity, generosity, and appetite. Through wry observations, the text contrasts wisdom with folly in everyday life.

Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertisement and Endorsements

An old advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for incurable catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio. It includes affidavits from West TruAx Walding Kinnan Marvin wholesale druggists and claims the cure is taken internally and acts on blood and mucous surfaces. Price five dollars per bottle and testimonials are offered free.

Hall F. J. Cheney & CO Props Toledo F. J. Cheney West & TruAx O. Hall

Arabian Horses and a Remarkable Sultan

A reader recalls the sultan’s stables of about 2000 horses with nearly every breed, noting Arabian bloodlines and a favorite mount. The sultan rides often at the palace grounds and is adept with a revolver while galloping. Also mentioned is a Worcester Enterprise ad for Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, praised by W A Stroup of Popomoke City, MD, and sold by Joseph Emmett.

Ijt Chamberlain Worcester Enterprise W. A. Stroup Popomoke City Joseph Emmert

Vital magnetism cures praised by locals at Prof Gregory clinic

Vital magnetism proves a blessing to chronic sufferers and strengthens the weak. Professor Gregory's success in curing disease by this method is shown by rising demand for his services. Many residents testify to relief and will share what Prof. Gregory has done for them.

Weltmer School Nevada Freeport Stephenson St Ill Gregory

List of Residents Mentioned in Freeport Directory

A fragment listing numerous Freeport residents with partial street addresses and initials including Mrs R Day, Cromwell, Mrs FE Gilbert, CG H Perry, Mrs Orin Crocker, Mrs H Waehbendorf, H A Windecker, Edward Rubendahtl, and Mes T A Baldwin among others. The OCR text provides only names and vague locations.

R. Day van Buren St Freeport Cromwell Douglas Ave FE. A. Gilbert Washington St H. Perry Oak Place Orin’ Crocker H. Waehbendorf Neo Silk St H. A. Windecker

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