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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1908

Page

3

Personal record items from Rockford area visitors

A compilation of brief society notes listing numerous residents and visitors across Illinois and nearby states. Names include Hugh Avery, Mrs H G Duckwitz, Miss Nelle Keator, Al Eisenhauer, J P Buelow, Thomas Daly, p H Patton, Claude Parks, O J Runkle, E E Clawson, Eddie McCabe, Misses Margaret and Etta Kruse, Miss Ruth Saucerman, Mrs F E Ward, A Aykens, Judge Heard, A J McKillop, William F Goetz, Miss Birdie Zaeger, Miss Theresa Williams, Mr and Mrs C A McPharon, Mr and Mrs John R Dodson, Robert Redlinger, Deputy US Marshal Mack, Miss Mary Elsesser, Mrs William Koehler and daughter Lena, Ralph Rosenstiel, H C Kintael and family, Harry N Wilson, Mr and Mrs Forf Moore, William Kailey and Dota So Cole, probate matters, Charles Hlerruian, William A Smith and Ida Matthews, Mesdames Parker and others, O D Weaver, Mrs Furnier and Mrs Beck, Mrs George Kituwster, and Miss Susannah Kituwster.

al Eisenhauer Apple River J. P. Buelow Winslow Thomas Daly Sterling P. H. Patton Rockford Claude Parks Everts O. J. Runkle E. E. Clawson Scales Mound Eddie McCabe Hot Springs Ark Margaret Etta Kruse Madison Ruth Saucerman Rock Grove Freeport F. E. Ward Warren A. Aykens Forreston Judge Heard Oregon Theresa Williams Orangeville C. A. McPharon John R. Dodson Clarno Wis Robert Redlinger Monroe United States Mack Chicago Mary Elsesser Red Oak William Koehler Lena New Hampton Iowa Ralph Rosenstiel Superior

Barlow to Marry in Chicago Tomorrow

Miles Barlow, noted first packer of the Chatmas, left this afternoon for Chicago where he will wed Miss Staessed of that city tomorrow.

Miles Barlow Packer Chatmas Chicago Miss Staessed

Dr King’s New Life Pills Endorsed for Purity and Relief

A vintage drug advertises Dr King’s New Life Pills as reliable purifiers. It claims the pills ease head ache biliousness jaundice and constipation without grinding or gripping. Available for 25c at Joseph Emmert’s drug store.

Dr. King Joseph Emmert

Bard of Avon and the Want- to- Know Shakespeare Club

A longValued narrative describes the rise of a women’s group in a small town that formed the Freeport Shakespeare Society. From a freshman enthusiasm sparked by Miss Vennette Crain the society grew from Wantakno to The Shakespeare with forty active and honorary members. It details its evolution through bylaws, university collaborations, leadership shifts, and the enduring aim to elevate knowledge through the bard of Avon.

Mien Vital Ute Ibsen Goethe Heine Sudernapt Haupthiann Balzac Hugo Ereneh I Antunzio William Shakespeare Hke Wagner Freeport Shakespeare Society Vennette Crain Avon Cornell Chicago Beloit Victor Varros Derwd Ida New York City Finn Cates Pete Martina Cuit Cetiaeent Fond

Remnants of a Shakespeare Club's Cultural Echoes

A fragmented reminiscence on a literary and arts club's influence in Freeport. The piece catalogs heavyweights from Keats to Shakespeare, notes lectures by Chicago authorities, and recalls productions by the Ben Greet players. It praises the club's role in fostering art, drama, and social gatherings over decades.

Prom Keats Browning Tennyson Ming Jet Thackeray Dickens Cleopatria Totos Japan Ierugs Preeport French Chicago Art Institute Lorada Jenkin Lloyd Jones Fredrick Root Art Chicago Prof Moulton Hannibal Williams Shakespeare UL. Yarros Chicago Record- Herald Mrs. Smith Ben Greet Old Bailey Park Jong Taylor Alice Wilson Shakespeare Dramatics Mystic Masons Madame Nazimova New York Freeport Cheyer By. M. Ob

Electric bitters save Mill Creek man from ruin

Nine years ago C Parthinis of Mill Creek Indiana faced a near death when illness pushed him to the edge. A druggist recommended Electric Bitters and a bottle restored his health. He has remained well since. Sold at Joseph Kimmert’s drug store for 50 cents with a guarantee.

Chicaro horse buyers seek draft horses at Breeport

Partners Attention. The Chicaro horse buyers will be at Younsdlave's Livery in Breeport on Saturday May 2. They pay top prices for large draft horses and horse flesh, accepting aged horses years old and up with blemishes. Bring your stock and cash ready.

Loa Wall Momey Younsdlave Breeport

Daily Journal Delivery Rate Notice

The Daily Journal announces citywide delivery at 10 cents per week. A brief notice states service available to all city parts with weekly pricing.

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Two Congregations Merge Into One Cal Association

The Oak Street and Salem churches of the Evangelical association merged after a Chatsworth conference. Morning and evening services marked the event with German and English observances. Salem and Oak Street members, Sunday schools, officers, and a shared parsonage plan featured in a community-wide consolidation.

Oak Street Salem Evangelical Association Chatsworth George Innenga Ife EK. BF. Holtzman William Klingheil Geo.dantienga L. I. Holtzman William Vaupel Chas. Dorsey Charles Wreig Emerson Vaupel Carl Innen

Pattison Backed in Cook County as Pattison Ball Draws Crowd

John PL Tansey promotes Col James H Lewis for governor urging Cook county support while Pattison backers in the county rise. The sixteenth annual Division 235 Order of Railway Conductors ball and card party at Masonic temple attracts attendees from nearby towns with Harris orchestra, elegant prizes, and a large crowd expected.

John PL Tansey Cook County Democratic Committee Col James H. Lewis Tansey Douglas Pattison Freeport Chicago Inter Ocean Sullivan Men Division No Masonic Temple O. KH. C Harris Robson

Plasterer John Horan Faces Charge Over Bar S theft

John Horan, a Breeport plasterer, has been living in the basement under the Mike Scheidt saloon since last fall. A four pound box of tobacco belonging to Scheidt disappeared Saturday, observed by Horan, who was later restrained by authorities after the complaint. A hearing is scheduled after a test.

John Horan Dle Breeport Mike Seheidt Mrr Seheidt John

Miss Anna Crant Improves After LA Health Trip

Word arrives that Miss Anna Crant, who went to Los Angeles for health reasons, is much improved after an operation for peritonitis last week. Since the procedure she has rapidly improved.

Anna Crant Los Angeles Murch

Father William's Indian Tablets Promote Female Health

Good News to women. Father William's Indian Tablets is becoming the popular remedy for delicate women, easing nervous weakness and sex ailments. The tonic quiets nerves, adds flesh, strengthens the frame, brightens the eyes, and clears the complexion. Tea or tablets, 20 cents, sold by CoP. Guenther & Co. druggists.

Father William Guenther & Co

Public notice on artificial fee offerings by Balles and Meek

Balles and Meek announce they deal in artificial fee for consumers in the city. Proprietor Anton Balles states prices remain unchanged from last year and orders may be left at City Drug Store or called in. The firm previously arranged a half-interest sale to Mr Sleck in January.

Balles & Meek Sleck Anton Balles

Novel program keeps Saturday afternoon lively for Woman's Club

The Woman's Club enjoyed a prepaid program by Mrs. Julia Clark and Miss Sara Barnes featuring Geographical and Historical Foot lights. First Ward and Union Street school pupils contributed songs and recitations with the glee club, and several pupils were praised for their difficult pieces and encores. Election of officers is planned for next Saturday, with urged attendance.

Woman's Club Julia Clark Sara Barnes First Ward Union Street Glee Club Nina McCulloch Doris Keck Ariene Matter Marjorie Vipond Margaret Russell Eulalia Thomas Margaret Faubel Nellie Fry

Local clubs and meetings fill spring calendar

The Culture club meets tonight with Miss Serf while J G Sanderson heads to Milwaukee for photographers convention. Freeport Consistory gathers Wednesday to hear claims. St Agnes guild meets Tuesday with Mrs Steele. Eleanor Griffith to Monroe tomorrow for May 16 Gadski concert. Sibler’s orchestra heads to Savannah for a dancing party. Martha Washington garrison hosts a card party and reception this evening at the R of h hall. B S C boys report 65 attendees. L C Schmidt speaks on feeding swine. O R C ladies host a card party for St Vincent orphanage. Euterpeans postponed to next Monday. K of C members wear hard times costumes at tonight’s dance and card party. John Ainoerri returns from Waterloo visit. Mrs Pommer departs for Freeport for two weeks.

J. G. Sanderson Milwaukee Freeport St. Agnes Guild of Grace Church Mrs. Steele Carroll Street Eleanor Griffith Monroe Gadski Sibler Savanna Martha Washington Garrison R. of B. S.C John Ainoerri Waterloo M. J. Pomimer Washington Street Waterloo Times-Tribune M. J. Pounner John Warner

Kuehner Plans Major Remodel Of City Home

Robert D. Kuehner intends extensive improvements on the old Kuehner homestead on Stephenshed street. Architect J. Younghelp of Chivagi prepares plans for a three story residence with slate roof hardwood finish and hot water heating, aiming to make it one of the finest in the city and Kuehner's new home.

Robert D. Kuehner Kuehner Stephenshed Street Mr. Kuehner Archineet J. Younghelp Chivagi

Rev Hicks to preach at altered midweek service

Rev Hicks will preach at the Birs UU church Wednesday evening instead of Thursday. Rev de W Hicks D D, noted evangelist, led a revival at U Beehorel last January. Public invited and children invited to join in singing.

Hicks U. B Birs UU. B de W. Hicks

Twenty Year Health Sentence Endorsed by Arnica Save

O S Woodever of LeRaysville New York proclaims a twenty year health sentence completed by Bucklen's Arnica Salve which cured bleeding piles twenty years ago. The salve heals sores boils burns wounds and cuts quickly and is sold at Joseph Emmert's drug store for 20 cents.

Bucklen O. S. Woodever LeRaysville N.Y Joseph Emmert

Service Tonight at Trinity Church Evening Program

The 7:80 program at Trinity United Evangelical church includes a long service with Presiding Elder Rev. Wm. Caton and addresses by Revs. J. W. Michael W. F. Berge W. H. Fehr and T. R. Smith on Our Aim in Connection with Oakdale Campmeeting How to Reach Our Aim will be discussed by H. Messner Amos Yordy H. C. Stephan and W. C. Hayl A Oakdale directors meeting will be held at Trinity church Tuesday and the Bible institute program committee will hold a session to arrange the new institute.

Trinity Church Trinity United Evangelical Church Wm. Caton J. W. Michael W. F. Berge W. H. Fehr T. R. Smith Oakdale H. Messner Amos Yordy H. C. Stephan W. C. Hayl The Bible Institute

ManZan Pile Remedy in Collapsible Tube

Ready to use collapsible tube with nozzle. One application soothes heals reduces inflammation relieves soreness and itching. Sold by H. J. Moogk and C. P. Guenther. Price h0c.

H. J. Moogk C. P. Guenther

Large Class Initiated by Dubuque Knights of Columbus

Yesterday in Dubuque eighty seven new members were initiated into the Knights of Columbus. A banquet followed at the Julien with over six hundred guests attending, including William Gleason of this city.

William F. Goetz Dubuque Knights of Columbus Julien William Gleason

Important Winnesheik Tribe Meeting

An important meeting of Winnesheik tribe No. 345 Imp O R M is set for 8 o clock tonight at the K P hall over Emmerts drug store. All members and signers of the charter petition are urged to attend.

Imp. O. R. M K. P Emmert’s

Death Was on His Heels Morris of Skippers Va

A 1906 near fatal pneumonia attack left Jesse P Morris weak with a severe cough. He credits Dr King’s New Discovery with his recovery after two and a half bottles. The remedy, sold under warranty at Joseph Lmmer t’s drug store, costs 65 cents to 1.00 and offers a trial bottle free.

Jesse P. Morris Skippers Dr. King Joseph Lmmert

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