27 Apr 1899
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1899
Page
1
An advertisement extols lumber as versatile for all purposes and for top builders in town and country. It claims the product is unmatched in grade, thorough seasoning, and protection from warping by weather, urging readers to switch if not already using it.
Ocean City area forecast for the next twenty four hours calls for partly cloudy skies tonight and Friday with local thunder storms. Cooler Friday with brisk southwest winds reaching six high.
A tornado 20 miles east of Onawa Iowa last night destroyed Geo Ferrin’s house near Ute. A ten year old boy died instantly, and Mr and Mrs Ferrin plus five daughters are not expected to survive. The Onawa Times reports several deaths including Hans Severson and Perrin and an Amerston who was carried into the river with a broken arm along with multiple injuries.
Report from April 27 notes Metaafans deserters claiming Germans shipped cartridges in rice and sugar to rebels along the coast in December. On April 17 a fierce clash at Vailema saw rebels defend strong forts despite ships’ ineffective bombardment. four killed and eighteen wounded. Also coverage of a Philadelphia counterfeiters trial with tobacco stamp and hundred dollar silver certificate conspiracy details.
The Leading Wall Paper and Paint House advertises the largest complete line of wallpaper and room moldings. It offers sample books from 25c up and exclusive citywide control. Services include hanging wallpaper calso mine and interior decorating plus house and sign painting.
Lyonstory Ill April 26 The De Kalb county board of supervisors failed to decide on the county franchise for the electric road with an even 11 to 11 vote The decision disappoints Sycamore where most capital stock has been sold and a fifty year city franchise granted A morning session is planned to reconsider and take a final vote
The annual birthday celebration for General Grant drew a huge crowd from Illinois Iowa and Wisconsin in Galena Illinois on April 27 A special program featured a military parade and a principal address by the Postmaster of the city and other officials.
General Smith cites Grant's praise of England's colonial policy in memoirs and notes a prophetic view of US England friendship. Illinois residents yearly visit Galena to honor Ulysses S. Grant as martial music fills the hills once linked to the famous general.
The city of April 27 in Putiapenrata Pennsylvania honored the unveiling of a Great statue at Fairmont Park this afternoon. Miss Mary Sartoris, granddaughter of the late general, unveiled the statue in the presence of the resident cabinet foreign diplomats and many distinguished citizens and guests of honor.
Fragmentary classified ad items mention lawn needs Foster shoes priced at three dollars and a showroom at 427dlw 129 Van Buren St 425d1w 420diw. Names Maria Serr Miss Smith and Staver & Co appear with scattered notes about dress removal and parlors.
The Fraternal Army of America held a signel evening and installed their officers. An advert promotes Dr. Thomas' Eclectric Oil as instant relief and a permanent cure for diphtheria sore throat and croup, available at Emmert & Burrell drug store.
The Northern Illinois Teacher Association opens tomorrow evening at Dison High School with a round-table led by John T. Ray on Self-Government. About 1200 to 1400 teachers are expected, six city halls host sectional meetings, and Dr. E B Andrews of Chicago will close the sessions Saturday afternoon.
The piece recalls the tenth annual tribute in Galena to a life well lived. It notes Emory Speer of Macon and Postmaster General Charles Emory Smith joining the event amid WWI era tributes to the Union. The Galena mayor is mentioned among speakers.
Cable from Admiral Kautz states everything is quiet at Apia. He says he is not aggressive on Mataafan rebels, but protects the United States consulate, U.S. property, and the Samoan government as established by a supreme court chief justice decision.
Canton O April 27 Prosecuting Attorney Pomerene resumed the closing argument in the prosecution of Mrs. George He concluded his plea after which the judge charged the jury which then retired.
The town dressed with bags and colors while bands played and prominent speakers delivered the welcome. A Chicago male quartet joined the proceedings as a public reception was set to honor the dead general with praise and elogies. A large party of Chicagoans arrived by a special Illinois Central train at 1 15 PM, after afternoon ceremonies.
Glad Tidings to asthma sufferers touts Foley's Honey and Tar as giving quick and positive relief in all cases, endorsed by H. J. Moogk Swarts and Fleck.
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