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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1908
Page
1
The note claims the season will be close and interesting as it promises satisfaction via a “Good Run” for money. It urges placing orders for fuel needs and asserts a habit of “Delivering The Goods” with a good supply of high grade wood and a sample order to convince customers.
Money invested at four percent interest in the Freeport Building and Loan Association accrues for one year or more and may be withdrawn at any time. The offer is described as safe and profitable.
The Associated Press reports Illinois will have threatening tonight with showers north and cooler in the east, Tuesday generally fair. Iowa sees partly cloudy skies with showers turning to snow flurries tonight and Tuesday fair. Wisconsin expects showers possibly turning to snow flurries tonight with Tuesday fair. Snowfell today at St Paul Superior Wisconsin and central Missouri.
Washington April 27. Speaker Cannon agreed to discuss removal of wood pulp duty and print paper price in the United States at a Republican caucus to be held this week, following representation by the American Newspaper Publishers' Association.
Washington reports April 27 that Representative Williams said the Democratic filibuster would persist until the House moves to consider three measures. The campaign publicity bill, the bill placing print paper on the free list, and the anti injunction bill remain under debate.
Denver Colorado April 27 frost over two nights caused about 1,000,000 dollars in damage to orchards in Colorado's fruit region, affecting growers and inventories across the state.
J Dalzell Brown a former banker pleaded guilty to embezzlement and received an eighteen month prison sentence in San Francisco on April 17 according to the Associated Press.
A Shakespeare society tea was hosted at Mrs Matthias Hettinger's Stephenson Street home on Wednesday for visiting and early members. Mesdames Burrell Hettinger and Miss Hill led the event with Miss Alice Wilson among guests.
Matthew B Marvin transfers to Harvey BK Zartman parts and lots in Winneshiek addition subdivided parcels and outlets totaling 3000. Nicholas Flanagan transfers by masters deed to W J Mc Gurk in section 21 town of Kent valued at 5700.
Taking inventory in the city is being conducted by J. D. Wheat W. Rowland and A. H. Ingraham at the Boston store formerly McPherson and Service now in the hands of a receiver. They began this morning and expect to finish about the end of the week.
Shortly after noon today a large box elder tree blew down across the street car tracks opposite the Burkhart residence on North Galena avenue. Crews cut the tree up to clear enough of the blockage for cars to pass.
Edward Henen files suit with the clerk of the circuit court against Charles to recover 172.60 alleged due on debts. The action seeks full payment of the specified sum and any applicable court costs and interest.
Freeport faced a snow storm today with severe cold expected to follow. Officials believe budding trees will largely escape damage unless the cold intensifies, keeping risk to a minimum for early season growth.
The first meeting of the C. C. Shousmaker creditors will be held Saturday May 9 at the offices of Stearns & Zipf.
Washington April 27. Representative Rodenberg of Hinds assailed Democrats led by Bryan in a House hearing. He mocked Democratic pessimism, warned of Bryan’s rival as a future GOP leader, and claimed Republicans remain principled, independent, and not bound to any single figure. He criticized Democratic loyalty and asserted the party’s broad, enduring principles.
In a speech noted by Mr. Rodenberg, he criticizes Democracy’s friendship with labor. He mocks calls for labor reforms as crocodile rhetoric and cites states with Republican votes as places where labor is underpaid and protections are weak. He contrasts Bevan and Roosevelt, labeling Roosevelt as a practical statesman and Bevan as an impractical dreamer.
Local supporters of Richard Yates Republican gubernatorial bid show enthusiasm yet split over leadership. A Republican County club formed with Thomas Hollister as president and Thomas Shaffer as secretary. A Saturday meeting produced a motion to adjourn and plan a newspaper public call, signaling a temporary Week age organization awaiting permanent setup.
Students evacuated quickly as soot in a chimney caused heavy smoke on a day of rain. Miss Darrah warned, teachers maintained order, and Chief Rodemerger praised the calm drill. Remaining pupils sent home to change clothes after dismissal.
The last will and testament of Adam Klontz was probated in the county court. The entire estate is left to his widow Martha Jane Klontz for her life with the residue to daughter Ella Viola Krundape after her death. Martha Klontz is named executrix, the instrument dated December 31, 1902.
In the past week police officers have trained by running backward and tumbling over chairs and tables. The report notes a humorous scene at the local station where officers back away from a cigar, and, with others suspicious of labeled or unlabeled cigars, the wait for further training may be lengthy.
A Chicago street stair to office and elaborate rooms in the Parbos touchmy is widened two feet by moving the south wall, extending the Horsestoe restaurant southward. Mauzan Pile Remedy promises relief for piles and is sold by H. Moogh and CC. Guenther.
A notice informs residents to see Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde at the Majestic theater either today or tomorrow. It urges attendance and promises enjoyment.
Stephenson County mourns the loss of Mrs. Benjamin Clow of Florence township known as Aunt Sarah. After a long life of selfless deeds and goodwill she died this morning at about 10 o clock. Funeral arrangements to be announced.
Longtime Stephenson County resident Mrs. Sarah Clow died at home in Florence Township after a year of paralysis dropsy and heart trouble. She was seventy eight, married to Benjamin Clow in New York seventy eight years ago, and leaves a daughter C B Warner. Funeral will be held Wednesday at the House and Van Brocklin Church with interment at Oakland.
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