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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1908
Page
3
A large crowd greeted Governor Hughes in Brooklyn as he spoke against track gambling and the constitution’s limits. The audience sang The Star Spangled Banner and cheered while critics from Albany were denounced as Barnes of Albany.
A Chicago inquiry notes the Coliseum is poorly suited for a national Republican convention. Amid debate on venue adequacy, Kansas City and Indianapolis are cited as more favorable options. Officials defend seating, hotel rates, and logistics as the Chicago committee presses on with preparations.
New York April 20 Secretary Patt praised public awakening to social wrongs at a Waldorf Astoria event. He cited national crusade against unrighteousness as the nation’s turning point. Note: a memorial service for General Ulysses S Grant was held at the Metropolitan Temple with notable attendees and a Grant Post flag presentation.
William J. Bevan spoke to two large Bryan men’s meetings on The Prince of Vence at Pirat Presbyterian Church under the YMCA. He then went to Rome for a speech and had prior stops in Atbory and Timeheen with Comptroller Cyn. Report notes his talk on politics and a conference with Bird B. Colter regarding state government.
Fragmentary passage references Lindshore Kaun and Bevan with mentions of candidates and vetoes. It suggests uncertainty over nomination and whether a stronger candidate exists, amid speculation about supporters and influence without clear factual details.
Incomplete text references South Carolina senator Tilia and Senertan Tilia facing a sanitization effort to avert paralysis. Mentions President Roosevelt and threats to veto a party line. Democrats and Republicans involved. tone suggests political conflict and anticipated presidential response.
Fragmented report notes internal strife within the Siguelist faction led by Major Jose Castelhines. It mentions a potential bolt by opponents and an attack on rural guards resulting in several deaths. The AZayists refuse cross-group talks and have dissolved a committee seeking Cuban replacements for provincial governors.
A 19th century court record from Capotine County notes Charles Wilson, a Black man, sentenced to thirty lashes for wife beating. The punishment used a horsehair court whip, carried out by a sheriff in a public sentence as part of the local justice proceedings.
Scores from April baseball games across leagues show St Louis beating Chicago while Brooklyn and Philadelphia post wins. A weather section lists Sunday and Saturday matchups across multiple cities, including Chicago St Louis and Cincinnati, with scattered results and summaries.
Springfield April 20 A week of crisis in Illinois coal operations nears a verdict as a joint operators and miners convention reconvenes amid talks of suspending work. The dispute centers on a closed shop arrangement and wage terms while a new civil service post for construction supervisorship is created in state offices. The Corn Belt Athletic Meet is set for May 1 at the state fair grounds with participants from multiple towns.
Mrs Henry Coins near Golconda discovered a freshly laid egg containing a perfectly formed, live snake with two minute fangs. The egg and snake were examined by Pas McCoy, who reported the reptile expired soon after discovery. The incident drew attention at the estate secretary’s office in Springfeld.
Mountariel, April 200 The bodies of Lawrence and Charles Leill Hou, residents of Carmel, were found in a pond near the Wybast river a few miles south of town. They belonged to a party that traveled to Crawleyville to secure tiger oil, and on return the two were missing after being seen near a ford. John Pilburn, a bettor of the two, reported finding their bodies in the pond, locked in each other’s arms.
Aged millionaire band owner Jack, eighty five, died suddenly while talking to his sons and a lieutenant at his home in Peoria. The event prompted family strife among the sons and others, with rumor and dispute arising over the cause and circumstances of the death.
Fire caused an estimated loss of 175000 dollars at a four story brick building on West Vie Street. The blaze broke out in a tire factory portion, nearly destroying the structure as the upper floors lantern and windows gave way. Firefighters battled the flames and saved adjoining properties.
Theoaus A Edison, speaking at a public dinner, quipped that an American loves his family and, if any love remains, he generally directs it toward Clark Twajp. The remark reflects a lighthearted jab at charitable inclinations and social warmth.
In Altoona Pennsylvania angry suburb residents confronted Albert Deoto after a pursuit at Lakemont Park grounds. Deputies and officers intervened as the assailant warned with a revolver. the partner fled unarmed. The scene drew a crowd and was disrupted by authorities to quell the disturbance.
A fragmentary report describes Edward Z. Taylor in Washington North acting out of jealousy. He allegedly shot Vesey in a temple after a telephone call to Miss Reesie Gargas, learned her suitor was walking with another, and then attempted to flee with violent intent before being subdued.
In Chicago April Tell Jessie Call daughter of ex Governor Llewellyn of Transis is said to have committed death by her own action in her hotel room. Despondency over health is blamed. Mrs Mall formerly of Oska loosa Tian worked on repertoorial staffs of Chicago newspapers.
At the close of the court year ending next September, A Crossman will resign as court reporter for Judge Richard Farrand to take a rest. Gossman and wife plan abroad travel for an extended visit. Gossman has served fourteen years and trained at Sterling Business College. Harold P.D. James of Amboy, son of P.M. James, will replace him and start duties in Freeport in September.
An advertisement extols Father William's Indian Tablets as a popular female remedy for pale weak delicate women. It promises nerve quieting effects, improved flesh and vigor, brighter eyes, clearer complexion, and overall restoration with tea or tablets priced at 20 cents. Sold by Cc. P. Guenther & Co. druggists.
In Syracuse NOY an editor of la Garestane Spe ciale was cleared by authorities after police learned of a planned gathering. Officers dispersed the crowd and escorted Carminitti to the city, where he faced questioning and potential charges. The event reflects ongoing tensions with the suppression of the publication.
Tenve Chadwick, famed across the nation as the father of baseball, is reported dying at his Brooklyn residence. The centenarian figure is repeatedly cited as a pioneer in the sport, with heart trouble noted as the cause. Born in Mare liruel, the aging legend was about three years old according to the garbled text.
Stratford-on-Avon to host a three week memorial celebration starting today for Shakespeare the immersive event features fourteen plays staged at the Shakespeare Memorial theatre. Performers include Forbes Robertson Miss Gertrude Ket Arthur Bourne Henry Ainlie Miss Violet Vanbrugh Lewis Waller and Miss Evelyn Millard.
London reports Sir Thomas Lipton’s racing yacht Shamrock II launched at Prince’s yard in Sairtie Ayeshire. The vessel will be commanded by Captain Steamfare and competes in the British royal regatta.
Purifying pills advertised to relieve stagnation of the liver and bowels. They claim to ease head ache biliousness and jaundice by gentle action without grinding or griping. Available for 25 cents at Joseph Emmert's drug store.
Fragmented text notes names and places such as Ndans Mass Weston the walker and New York City amid scattered references to a dissolution, hearings, marriage rumors, and naval terms. The garbled passage lacks coherent events or dates to summarize meaningfully.
Boston and statewide observances mark Paul Revere’s warning of the British approach on April 19, 1775 and the opening battle of the American Revolution. In Boston the holiday closed schools and banks, with anniversary exercises by patriotic societies.
Freeport lodge of Perfection is granted a special dispensation to hold a meeting Tuesday at 11 oclock to receive petitions. The conferment of the Consistorial degrees begins at 7 oclock tomorrow evening.
The ad promotes a 30 days trial of Pineules priced at 1.00, claiming relief from back ache and rheumatic pains. It markets benefits for kidneys and bladder, suitable for all ages, with satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded. Sold by H. J. Moogh and C. P. Guenther.
Calendar of spring events lists April gatherings including Easter party at Masonite temple, Odd Fellows card party, Singin Skule Reginment at the Grand Opera House, and a Fernanda dance. Also notes Sgt Margaret’s wild dance at Manonte temple and the Sixteenth annual ball at Masonite temple with further May dances by the Freeport Aerte of Fagies and St. Mary’s Sodality. Madame Tiadski and Frank La Forge perform in a Grand Opera House song recital.
April shows at Grand Opera House feature EE Howe presenting Aprilto-Lyman, The Mouse and Antony and Cleopatra with Chas Bo Hanford, and Stroneheart with Ralphistewart in May.
Mrs. Frank Spitler of 42 American Street Freeport UL praises Doan's Kidney Pills for curing back pain years ago and claims ongoing relief. She notes eight years of continued health and trust in the remedy, urging others to remember the name and buy only Doan's from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY, sole US agents.
Nothing like exhilarating exercise in the open air to brace one up. Joseph Redlinger offers high grade wheels for pleasure, health and gentle exercise. Come in and see the new stock at 44 South Galena Ave. Buy now or browse.
Mrs Annie Sheel announces the opening of hair dressing parlors in Freeport in rooms vacated by Dr Shelp over the City Drug store at Galena and Van Buren. She invites all her old customers and new patrons to visit. Telephone 331.
The Brazilian government commissions a bronze vessel, the Guandbara, praised as lighter yet costlier than steel or wood. Brazilian Walters corrosion gel fails against bronze, though the hull and propeller components suffer from rapid deterioration and propellers are bronze as well.
A fragmentary historical reminiscence describes Abraham Lincoln in 1860 asking for books and documents to inspire his inaugural address. Names referenced include Herndon Webster Hayne Jackson and Clay. Quasi dialogue with Mrs Fourthly and Rev De Powarethly adds oblique humor and misread text.
J Burdett, piano tuner, invites orders at Brown & Dollmeyer's or by phone a0 4dtt. Also offered stove storage by Genant and Luedeking, phone 593.
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