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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 1898

Page

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Dry Pine Lumber and Cedar Shingle Offers

Northern Wisconsin still holds unentered soft pine for logging and our yard supplies dry boards from these logs. We claim top grades for northern Illinois customers and promise no water damage after rains. Our Red Cedar Shingles are priced low and come from a large Michigan mill. White Cedar and White Pine options are available. A new roof that won’t leak can be affordable now before another rain causes damage.

Wisconsin Illinois Michigan

Fresh Sarsaparilla at Reasonable Prices

Our Comp'd Ext Sarsaparilla is in high demand and every bottle is guaranteed or your money back.

Peace talks in Cuba under hitch as Americans leave

Wasuteron dispatch from Waser ton April 7 reports quiet in Havana with about 200 Americans evacuated and more departures planned. Representative Grosvenor says the president will not significantly alter the message unless new facts appear, which is unlikely.

Wasuteron Lee Havana Grosvenor

Illinois Congressmen Threaten Revolt Over War Delay

Lorimer and Mann pledge a revolt if the war message is delayed past Monday. They claim over fifty Republican votes, plus twenty four from Democrats and Populists. A naval demonstration against Havana is deemed almost certain within days unless Spain yields, with the president prepared to accept war if it comes.

Washington Lorimer and Mann Illinois Havana Spain

Flying Squadron heads to readiness for emergencies

The Flying Squadron is ready for any emergency as Texas joins the unit and Massachusetts is expected tonight. The squadron will then be prepared for any eventuality.

Fortress Monaros Cal Texas Massachusetts

Weather forecast for Cutca co next day

For the next twenty four hours Cutcaco forecasts illinois fair tonight and Friday with winds shifting southerly and increasing. The report also notes social events and minor local happenings including a cinch party, a child injuring elbow, a doctor being called, a local boy taking photos, and the opening of a soda fountain by Jungkunz the druggist.

Cutcaco Illinois

Modern Woodmen Meet Select Beloit as Next Year’s Site

Large contingents from northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin gathered in Rockford Illinois on April 6 to plan the big annual picnic for June 2. Beloit was chosen as the site for next year’s gathering with officers elected: President E H Howell Secretary A N Bart Treasurer B A Oliver all from Beloit.

Rockrord Ill Illinois Wisconsin Rockford Beloit E.H. Howell A. N. Bart B. A. Oliver

Hitch in Cuban armistice note delays peace move

Maprun reports a hitch in peace talks as the Cuban armistice proclamation is delayed. The American legation calls the hitch serious while Sagasta’s cabinet discusses Rome telegraphic guidance and McKinley’s possible ultimatum. Woodford’s note signaled a midnight decision to avert consequences.

McKinley Spain Woodford Rome Sagasta

Queen Regent of Spain seeks help from Queen Victoria

London April 7 Special reports the queen regent has again appealed directly to Queen Victoria asking her to use influence to avert war.

Spain Queen Victoria London

Quiet Holy Thursday in Havana as ships ready for US travel

Havana on April 7 reports no excitement or trouble as Holy Thursday passes peacefully. Several vessels remain in port prepared to carry passengers to the United States. Lee has yet to decide when to begin sending Americans abroad.

Havana United States Lee

Spain Uprising Fear If US Demands Rise

Mapriv April 7 Special Gen Correa minister of war says war is better than being ruled by foreigners. Spaniards would rise if rights are trampled and guards at the US legation are trebled. Americans ask Woodford about protection. he advises waiting for passports or directives. When he leaves, the British flag will fly over the legation. Spnincherp April 6 Attorney General Akin considers Covenant Mutual Benefit rate dispute.

Spain United States Mapriv Correa Legation Woodford United States Legation Spnincherp Ill Akin Covenant Mutual Benefit

Diplomatic push to avoid war with Spain continues

Special representatives from six powers meet the U S president and discuss Cuban recognition as the Senate and House handle foreign affairs and army reorganization. Quesada outlines Cuban government and insurgent taxes amid calls for moderation and potential war implications.

Washington England France Germany Austria Russia Italy State Department Sherman Day Spain House Committee On Foreign Affairs Quesada Puerto Principe Senate House Flagler Ordnance Bureau Foreign Committee Pounceforte

Porto Rico uprising and Luzon war report

New York reports an uprising in Porto Rico via the St Thomas steamer and notes the Luzon Island war is growing serious with all northern provinces affected. Also includes a Sick List mentioning Mrs. Philip Smith and Rev. C. B. Witherell, Mt. Carroll guest Miss Mabel Nohe. advertisements for Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Rocky Mountain Tea and Easter flower orders from Emmert & Burrell and W.S. Fists Florist.

New York St. Thomas Porto Rico Vancouver Bucklen Emmert & Burrell

Local Market Advertises Fine Meats at New Address

Sunday New York Journals and Worls sale listing announces T M Kauffman and d Bdlw Kleckier Evans prepared to furnish fine meats at reasonable prices. Call at their new market 88 Stephenson St for details and orders.

New York T. M. Kauffman S. d-Bdlw Kleckier & Evans Stephenson St

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