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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1908
Page
1
The Associated Press reports unsettled weather. Illinois showers tonight with generally fair and cooler conditions in the north. Wisconsin and town areas partly cloudy tonight and Wednesday with possible showers in the east, cooler tonight and Wednesday, and in the west tonight.
Washington April 14 President Roosevelt urged Congress in a special message to fund the construction at once of four battleships of the largest and most improved type. He argued that Hague conference limits on naval arms are unlikely to succeed and that arbitration cannot be relied on as a remedy, while stressing the need to avoid national weakness or insult.
The Democratic state convention began at 2 pm after Justice Crane notified an injunction restraint on unseating McCarren delegates. Temporary chairman Thomas Carmody opened with a criticism and arraignment of the Republican party, signaling floor action likely on the issue.
In Evans City near Butler on April 14 a street railway car carrying twenty one workmen broke from the engine on a steep grade and plunged into a flour mill. Most injured were foreigners and three perhaps fatally injured.
In Washington on April 14 the Associated Press reports Senator Foraker delivered a careful analysis of testimony from the Brownsville 1906 shooting investigation and argued in favor of re enlisting the 25th Regiment United States Infantry, a call tied to the colored soldiers.
Chicago April 14 John Sprecker aged 76 of Mt. Morris was jailed for refusing to swear or affirm in the estate matter of George Sprecker. He is described as a religious extremist of the Dowie type and steadfast in his stand before the court.
Governor Johnson of Minnesota arrived in Chicago from Louisville and declared he and his friends are not taking part in the factional fight in Minnesota between supporters and opponents of Roger Sullivan.
The great comedy Merchant of Venice will be staged at the Grand with a Wednesday matinee at 8:30 PM. Tickets cost 10 cents for children and 25 cents for adults.
Two floors and a basement fitted for cleaning dyeing pressing and repairing. Clothes get top quality care at K B Dye Works with careful handling and prompt service.
County party meeting in the county club rooms will choose two delegates, two alternates, and a presidential elector for the Thirteenth district. Names include A P Woodruff and J T Williams with support from Whiteside and Jo Daviess counties. Lowden expected to stay out as part of a regional pledge.
Merchants between Chicago and Van Buren streets on Stephenson street plan to keep the block in front of their stores clean following a neighboring block. A Galena street merchant advocates city purchase of a vacuum sweeper powered by gasoline, able to remove dirt on paved streets, reducing horse labor though initial cost is high.
The Euterpeans featured a memorable evening led by honorary member Mrs Herbert Butler also known as Alice Drake. The program included Brahms and Lassen pieces with vocal selections by Mrs Butler Mr Burton Miss Rookeys and others, amid discussions and informal notes.
Conferences between the bituminous coal miners and operators of the central competitive district opened in Toledo Ohio this forenoon. Illinois was not officially represented though several representatives attended. The general view is that the interstate agreement will be renewed without much difficulty.
A murky April scene shows a judge pressing for diplomatic steps as Dover discusses potential restrictions on Ubedbeedee’s ballot fate. The convention’s stance remains unclear, with implications for the upcoming vote.
London April 14. Wichie Edouin, English actor, is dead. The Associated Press reports his death in London.
The Daily Journal announces citywide delivery at a rate of 10 cents per week.
Baseball players leave Freeport for Beloit to play a four game series against Beloit College. Miles Barlow and Griffin report, with Ireland and Barlow remaining behind. The club plans three home games with Clinton Town upon return, while Chicago Unions may be secured for April 25 and 26.
The Florence Times reports Clyde Williford of Florence and Miss Helen Warren of Haleyville plan to marry in April at the bride’s home. Williford is the son of Mr and Mrs S K Williford, residing at 62 Delaware Street in Florence. Local inquiry says the couple’s families know nothing definite about the marriage.
Easter display features lilies roses carnations and blooming plants of all varieties. Customers urged to view and place orders early. John Baucher contact numbers 3574 and greenhouse 302. April 14.
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