18 Apr 1898
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1898
Page
1
A Northern Illinois lumber yard advertises dry, water-safe soft pine boards from Wisconsin and a full line of cedar and pine shingles. They claim cheap, leak-free roofing options and highlight Michigan mill output, urging prompt purchase before more rain causes roof damage.
An old display line presents Wilbur Lumber Co with W M Sanford as manager, including a telephone number 7 for contact. The brief advertisement emphasizes the firm’s leadership and contact flag in a period-appropriate format.
The store vows to supply the very best available from world markets at reasonable prices. Compounded Ext Sarsaparilla is in high demand and each bottle is guaranteed or money refunded.
Wasumatoy April 18 Special The house convened at 10 and adjourned to noon for senate communications Republicans anticipate a bitter contest Both sides claim victory over Cuban independence recognition Dingley moved to concur with amendment striking Cuba independence Fourteen Republicans broke ranks Lorimer Loud Mahony Mann Sulloway Warner White Illino is Bromwell moved to concur in senate amendments but failed 148 to 172 on first roll call
The senate met at the usual hour to consider the Bering sea awards bill and Cuban resolutions from the House. Davis urged concurrence to avert delay but the motion failed 32 to 46, with Aldrich warning a conference may be required. Stewart opposed. The senate stood by its amendments and sent the resolutions back to the House as Hale pressed for a conference committee.
Under the direction of the Spanish minister, consuls in various localities are arranging for the departure of Spaniards in this country. Some plan to seek asylum in Mexico and Canada, for which the Spanish government would not cover removal expenses.
Carlists in England prepare for action amid doubt over the Spanish dynasty’s future. Records show hope of regaining influence as political tides shift in Madrid.
The mosquito fleet of three vessels the Eagle Hawk and Hornet sailed south from Havana New York this morning in a special report dated April 18.
Secretary Gage issues circular to Treasury Department staff allowing reenlistment within one year if they enlist in case of war. The note clarifies options for employees seeking to retain employment during a potential mobilization.
Insurgents resist surrender as fighting continues at Pinar Del Rio. Demonstrations flare in Havana with renewed clashes reported in Barcelona as an attempted demonstration before the U S consulate fails.
A Caracas summary reports Spain negotiating a 20 million dollar loan with the Almaden mines offered as security. Separate dispatch from New York notes President Crespo of Venezuela was killed in battle with rebel forces on Friday.
Charles W. Hackett, chairman of the New York Republican state committee, died in Florida. His brother-in-law rushed to his side after word Hackett's condition was critical, then received confirmation of his death. Hackett was a leading figure in New York politics and held numerous offices.
The bulletin notes rain tonight and cooler conditions with northeast winds on Tuesday. This issue includes F G Eichhorn’s advertisement offering bargains in merchant tailoring.
An older ad offers Madam Loraine's Calla Lily Cream claiming to remove freckles sunburn tan and moth related blemishes. It is presented as a sale by Mrs L J Baltzer's rent market with unclear details and garbled wording.
Will Dennis was out hunting snipe near Ridott today. A new plate glass window has been placed in F A Schulzs store. A new sidewalk is being laid in front of the U T K clothing store. W H Flachtemeier and M Adle man went to Polo this morning to do monument work. Miss Lucian Bright seeks return of a cape lost while riding. Grace Episcopal parish meeting for wardens and vestrymen will be held this evening at 7 30.
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