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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1900

Page

4

Political Announcements for Stephenson Circuit Clerk Nomination

Political notices from 1900 announce candidacy for Circuit Clerk of Stephenson county subject to Republican County Convention. Bolander recalls prior nomination by Republicans and seeks renomination, urging Republican support. Additional notice by H Crotzler of Leno, Illinois dated April 5.

Stephenson County Cheath Clark Bolender Republican County Convention H. Crotzer Leno, Iil

Personal mentions from Freeport and nearby cities

O H Wright returned from Chicago last night PB W McGurk is here from Pearl City on business Dr Ralph Graham of Shannon was there yesterday Dr W H Shelp was a morning passenger to Chicago O G Schoeffel was a morning passenger Mrs Piper of Lena was a visitor in Freeport yesterday George Snyder went to Lena this morning on business Frank Schaetzel of Oregon was in the city this morning Will C Guyer of Polo is here guest of his brother John Arthur Nieman returned from Milwaukee Mrs H P Hime went to Pearl City this morning to visit friends Oscar and A T Wagner returned from a short visit in Chicago Mrs Schwabacher of Louisville Ky is guest of Mrs Eli Oettinger Mrs Arthur Livermore of Ackley Iowa is guest of Mrs Jas Work Mr and Mrs Lawrence Hartzell returned from their trip to Chicago and Savanna Reubin Smith proprietor of the bus barn received a fine team of coach horses from Chicago Oscar Meyer of Pasadena Cal nephew of C H Meyer is here on a visit He will go to Chicago soon to study for the ministry Mr and Mrs J R Leigh are home from Florida Bert Dana Roy Barshinger and Al Frick went to Rockford last night to see The Belle of New York at the opera house They say it is a great production Mr and Mrs F Reiger and son Carl were at Dubuque yesterday for the marriage of W J Glenn and Miss Kathryn Rafferty

Ralph Graham Shannon W. H. Shelp Chicago O. G. Schoeffel Milwaukee H. P. Hime Pearl City Oscar A. T. Wagner Schwabacher Louisville Eli Oettinger Arthur Livermore Ackley Towa Jas. Work Lawrence Hartzell Savanna Reubin Smith Oscar Meyer Pasadena Cal C. H. Meyer J. R. Leigh Florida Freeport Bert Dana Roy Barshinger al Frick Rockford New York Opera House F. Reiger Carl Dubuque W. J. Glenn Kathryn Rafferty

Gasoline Engines in Demand Boost for Stover Engine Firm

The Stover Engine company reports strong demand for their gasoline engines. Dorman & Co. have secured the agency locally and sold several units, including installations in the Brewster house laundry and an ice cream parlor.

Stover Engine Company Dorman & Co Brewster House

Remodeling His Home by J H Gibler on Stephenson Street

J H Gibler is remodeling the McNamara residence on upper Stephenson Street after purchasing it. A new and spacious verandah is being added to the property.

J. H. Gibler McNamara Upper Stephenson Street

Clean Up Rubbish Demands By Chief Root

Chief of Police Root orders property owners to clear rubbish around homes and in nearby alleys within ten days, urging prompt action to improve neighborhood cleanliness and reduce hazards.

Root

Hall's Catarrh Cure Proclaimed Best Remedy

Readers are told Catarrh is curable in all stages by Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally. It claims to cure constitutional disease by influencing blood and mucous surfaces, backed by a $100 reward offer for any case it cannot cure. The advert promises testimonials and urges sale by druggists.

Hall Adress F. J. Cheney & CO Toledo

Dance for Charity at Amity Ball in Freeport

The Amity Society hosted its annual charity ball at Blust's hall in Freeport with a large attendance. Gibler's Orchestra provided music as attendees enjoyed a well-managed event, while organizers pledged the ticket proceeds to be used for social and financial aims.

Amity Society Blust Gibler The Amity A. V. Hart

Delightful social dances planned at Blust's hall

Miss Lulu presents a charming hostess scene as Messrs Hudson Secker and Stro hacker host a social dance this evening at Blust's hall with Giblers' orchestra providing music. The Martha Washington garrison is also preparing for a dance Monday evening.

Miss Lulu Messrs Hudson, Secker and Strohacker Blust’s Giblers Martha Washington Garrison

Life in Lena and surrounding notices

Lena April 26 report from Lena city notes Chas Berhenke of Berhenke Bros in Chicago a few days. Knights of the Globe chauned over to Eleroy to exemplify candidate work. Wm White funeral held at home and interred in Lena cemetery. Bert White of Chicago returns for grandfather’s funeral. Revs Lawerenz and Landeck visiting Rev Emel Meyer. S E Stine to Freeport to install a refrigerator for Gearke meat market move. L Crotzer at Freeport today. Norton town clerk pays bounty on seven wolf cubs at $2 each. farmers disappointed the sum is small.

Lena Chas. Berhenke Berhenke Bros Chicago Knights of the Globe Eleroy Wm. White Frank Rebers Bert White Lawerenz Des Plaines Landeck Freeport Emel Meyer S. E. Stine S. C. Gearke L. Crotzer

Other People's Money on Friday Night at Grand Opera House

Comedian Hennessy Leroyle stars in Other People s Money a clean witty comedy about Hutchinson Hopper the millionaire stock broker. The Grand Opera house hosts a strong company and Friday night show with William Owen also performing A Gilded Fool to a large audience. Bright eyes and a handsome face are praised as Rocky Mountain Tea is advertised.

Jay Gould Hennessy Leroyle Hutchinson Hopper Mr. Leroyle Leroyle Grand Opera House Rocky Mountain Tea Jos Emmert

Chicago women sail with Palatin for long study trip

Among those listed from Chicago for the steamer Palatin on the Hamburg American line sailing April 28 are Mrs A H Sherratt Miss Sherratt and the Misses Mayme and Dora Sherratt of Rockford. The Misses Sherratt will remain abroad several years to study music and have often visited Dr S J Best and family.

Chicago Palatin A. H. Sherratt Sherratt Mayme Dora Sherratt Rockford S. J. Best

Odd Fellows mark 81st anniversary nationwide

The Odd Fellows celebrate 81 years since their 1819 founding with extensive growth across Illinois and the United States. Nationwide totals include 11,300 subordinate lodges and 4,700 Rebekah lodges, about 1,000,000 members and 264,000 Rebekahs, plus $8.8 million in revenue and $3.36 million in relief last year. In Illinois two homes support orphans and aged members, Lincoln and Mattoon facilities housing 143 children and 28 inmates respectively.

Odd Fellows Illinois Order of Odd Fellows United States Order Lincoln Odd Fellows’ Old Folks Mattoon Orphans Old Folks

Miss Martha Garver Purchases Freeport Home

Miss Martha Garver returned from Freeport where she purchased a residence for 3500 dollars. She plans to rent her Mt. Carroll property and move to Freeport in about three weeks to make her home.

Freeport Mt. Carroll Mirror Martha Garver

Wm Wamsley Moves to Mexico as Rail Conductor

Wm Wamsley of Centralia a veteran Illinois Central passenger conductor who often rode to Freeport has left for Mexico to serve as a conductor on a line running from Texas into that country.

Wm. Wamsley Centralia Illinois Central Freeport Mexico Texas

Sons of Veterans Meet For Business And Recruiting

The Sons of Veterans will meet tomorrow night for business and muster of recruits. A large attendance of members is requested, and members of the G. A. R. posts are especially invited. Refreshments will be served.

Sons of Veterans

Arbor Day Observed for Tree Planting by Community

Arbor Day is Friday and every property owner should plant one or more trees. It is probable that the day will be observed by school children.

Rehearsal for As You Like It at Mrs Zartman’s Home

An important rehearsal of As You Like It will be held this evening at the home of Mrs. Zartman on Stephenson Street. All taking part will please be present.

Cold Cure suit filed in circuit court by Ennis firm

William Ennis through Eckert and McDonald has filed a circuit court suit against Edward Burwell seeking one thousand dollars. The action centers on claims related to a cold cure product or arrangement. The filing marks a civil action initiated by the plaintiff’s attorneys.

Wm. Ennis Eckert & McDonald Edward Burwell

Meeting of Winneshiek Tribe of Red Men Tonight

A Winneshiek Tribe of Red Men meeting is scheduled for this evening. Members are urged to attend and discuss tribal affairs and community plans.

Concert at St Mary's Hall Tonight by Dominican Sisters

A musical treat is planned this evening at St Marys Hall under the auspices of the Dominican sisters. The event promises performances by local musicians and appeals to a broad audience in the community.

St. Mary’s Hall Dominican Sisters

Mothers Meeting At Baptist Church Led By Mrs Lathrop

A mothers meeting will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 30 at the Baptist church led by Mrs J S Lathrop. All are invited.

The Baptist Church J. S. Lathrop

Electric Bitters touted as best selling tonic claim

Belleville druggist Abraham Hare says Electric Bitters is the best selling bitters in 20 years. He asserts the remedy cures many ailments by toning the stomach aiding liver kidneys and bowels purifying blood and strengthening nerves. Puts new life into weak persons. 50 cents. Sold by Joseph Emmert.

Abraham Hare Belleville Joseph Emmert

Wallpaper prices and corner shop listing

A brief classified item advertises wallpaper at 40 cents per roll and 15 cents per roll for other patterns. Ingrains and other types cost 20 cents. Located at Corner Green Street and Douglas Avenue, J. S. Winn, proprietor.

Ingrains Corner Green St Douglas Ave

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