12 Apr 1899
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1899
Page
1
An advertisement touts Our Lumber as used by top builders in town and country. It claims superior grades, thorough seasoning, and protection from rain and sun under cover, ensuring minimal warping and high satisfaction for customers.
ConcentratedCompound syrup Sar gaparilla best and surest blood stomach and liver remedy Rheumatic Cure relief Tolu Tar and Wild Cherry effective for cough throat and lung The Wizard Liniment instant relief when applied Children’s Cough Syrup wild effective pleasant Rose Cream for rough skin Carbolic Salve cures wounds burns piles eczema Antiseptic Healing Ointment cures pimples skin diseases Sure Corn Cure true to name Sold only by local druggists.
D Bongye promotes the largest line of wallpaper and room mouldings with sample books from 25c. Exclusive control in the city. They hang paper, do interior decorating, house and sign painting, and sell paints oils and glass.
Special dispatch from Apia Samoa reports 105 American and British sailors forced to retreat to the beach after an ambush on a German plantation. Lieut A H Freeman and Lieut H L Lansdale among the dead. Ensign J R Monaghan killed while aiding Lansdale. Two British and two American soldiers also killed.
Otis reports Lawton pursued insurgents east of Santa Cruz dispersing them and seizing lake trade vessels including a Spanish gun boat. Wheaton drove the enemy ten miles east of the railway line near Malolos. Spain will evacuate Polo and Mindoro. Army reorganization to muster volunteers as brigadiers. several masters generals and brigadiers named. President says no new forces to Apia.
On motion of the district attorney Judge Biddle ruled that bank books are admissible as evidence in the Quay trial. The commonwealth states it will prove interest on state deposits was paid to state treasurer Haywood Quay and C H McKee of Pittsburg.
Wheaton drove the rebels from the American right flank between the railroad and foothills toward the mountains today. Insurgents burned villages during retreat. One American soldier was wounded.
Henry Rohkar unveils a new delivery wagon described as handsome, showcasing updated design and efficiency. The vehicle signals a modernization of Rohkar’s local business fleet and may boost daily routes and service reliability.
A vintage ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills claiming they build brain and body power. It promotes health by correcting stomach liver kidneys and bowels issues and notes the price of 25 cents at Emmert & Burrell’s drug store.
Henry Clay Bray died at 1 a m at his North Galena avenue home from pneumonia Born Cleveland Ohio July 19 1828 came to town 37 years ago lived in Dubuque St Louis and Galena Married Anna Binnegar in 1861 He worked on the Bulletin and other papers leaves wife four children funeral arrangements by O B Bidwell and Rev Keagle Also notices of Foley Miller Mrs Miller Bangasser and James Johnson death and funeral plans
In Purtapaetema April 11 the Grand Army of the Republic plans to elect a commander-in-chief to serve the late Sexton’s term. Col W C Johnson of Cincinnati and Gen John C Black of Chicago head the contest with Illinois supporters active.
Water service disruption reported at the premises of William F. Jungkunz and Company. Immediate restoration efforts underway with crews on site and nearby blocks advised to conserve water use until repaired.
The George Washington Garrison No. 1 installed officers last night led by Supreme judge George McGrath and President John Wheat. Other posts include Judge E C Holmes Vice president A Diefenthaler Commander George Meggs Lieut commander E W Smith Ensign E Criddle Provo marshal C F Bender Quartermaster R C Sheetz Adjutant W H Sechrist Guard T G Blaiden Sentinel C W Beitie. The Fraternal Army of America meets tonight. Also notes theft of tables and tea tainting fears from Rick. Emmert Burrell offer lawn grass seed 20c per lb or $2 per bushel No 12 Exchange St H J Porter.
Fair tonight. Thursday: southeasterly wind. The outlook covers the next twenty four hours with a general mild trend and no precipitation expected.
Men’s department offers 150 serviceable spring suits in patterns and plains at 6.00, 500 suits at 6.98 in 30 styles, 7.50 line in imported clay worsted at 12.00, plus 150 all-wool spring overcoats serge lined at 5.00. Compare and buy now before stock runs out.
In the boys department 200 knee pant suits for ages 3 to 14. Neat Cheviots with large sailor collars and braided trim. Suits normally 4 and 5 dollars on sale this week for 2.98. Free toy box with every suit.
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