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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1907

Page

6

The Tabernacle as Pattern of Christ and Church

A Sunday School reflection on Exodus tabernacle and temple as types of Christ and the church. The piece links Moses guidance, Solomon's temple, and New Testament teaching, noting the Spirit’s sevenfold anointing, the ark, mercy seat, and oil of daily cleansing as symbols of salvation, intercession, and guidance.

American Press Association Israel Solomon Ishron Jesus Christ Earth Christ Moses Jesus Felhole Tim Yas Calvary Moriah Bolomion Abraham Isaac Jer

Montaigne and Wordsworth Echo on the Ball Field

The piece riffs on literary giants and baseball superstition, likening reading Montaigne Wordsworth and others to the coaches shout Hun on anything. It humorously notes how poets might have written playful lines if certain scenes had occurred. The tone blends literary allusion with sports banter.

Montawne Montaigne Wordssworth Landerlam Wordsworth Montaigue

Birds Crossing Seas As Habit Drives Flight Patterns

A London Outlook writer argues birds rarely cross deep seas and only do so when paths exist or memories persist. Narrow seas like Madagascar’s barrier and archipelago islands show limits, while birds rely on wind weather and food cues for movement. Ravens reuse ledges, and birds of prey push off young as they migrate.

Sena London Outlook Madagascar North Seas Nile Norfolk

Girl Slaves In China A Native Writer Comments

A Chinese publication notes that when a girl is sold she becomes her owner's property deprived of freedom and rights. She receives no compensation, must accept her master's provisions, cannot appeal abuse, may be resold or discarded, and remains a tool until death or sale ends her fate.

China

Origins of the Black Maria term debated in historic lore

The piece traces the term Black Maria to possible roots in mari nated meaning transported or married, or to a Boston boardinghouse keeper who assisted in detaining sailors. It notes the phrase Send for Black Maria as a traditional cue to jail a suspect.

Boston Black Maria

One English Seal Shows Parish Roles in Symbols

The Rudgwick parish council in Sussex England keeps an official seal where each member’s occupation is depicted. The vicar appears with an open Bible, the farmer with trees, the coal dealer with a sack, the miller with a mill, the inn keeper with a bottle and jug, the boot maker with a boot, the auctioneer with a hammer, the doctor with a medicine bottle, the carpenter with a plane, and the baker with a loaf.

Rudgwick Sussex England

Violin Outshines Others In Its Own Ground

The violin excels in its own domain with passages that other instruments cannot match. While the piano, harp, mandolin, and banjo shine in their specialties, much violin music cannot be played on any other instrument, proving its unique versatility.

From Flowers to Bugs a Rose Grower Turns to Entomology

The Detroit Free Press quotes a man who abandoned rose culture after insects ruined his blooms. He did not quit and instead found new fascination in bugs, becoming equally passionate about entomology and its varieties.

Blank Detroit Free Press

Nothing Doing Miss May Kiss Rebuff at Philadelphia Press

A brief exchange unfolds as Mr Thamley asks Miss May for a kiss and she gently refuses, declaring she would be mad to allow it. The Phila delphia Press records the flirty dialogue as a light society moment.

Mr. Thamley Philadelphia Press

New bonnet goes unnoticed at church in Enid

A brief comic note from Enid mentions a girl wearing a new bonnet that drew little attention while her companion’s new shoes sparked more chatter among the girls. The light verse reflects small town social wit.

Enid Ehurch Pdna Puck

Remark by Jenn Thgclow on prayers answered

A fragment quotes Jenn Thgclow expressing gratitude that not all prayers were answered, framing the comment as a testament to faith and providence.

Jenn Thgclow

Daily Journal Delivery Pricing

The Daily Journal is delivered to any part of the city for 10¢ a week.

the Daily Journal

Humphreys Medicine Ad Promises Broad Pet Health Cures

An old Humphreys advertisement touts cures for lameness, distemper, worms, bots, pneumonia, diarrhea, and more. It claims prevention of miscarriage and offers a book mailed free, with the medicine sold by Humphreys Medicine Co. at New York addresses.

É&C Humphreys’ Medicine Co Col. William and John Streets New York

Christian Endeavor Focuses On Body And Soul Consecration

The weekly Christian Endeavor meeting led by Rev. S. H. Doyle centers on bodily consecration as part of a vacation series. It argues religion must care for body and mind alongside the soul, urging health, cleanliness, and faith, with Bible readings from Leviticus, Psalms, Corinthians, and Galatians.

H. Doyle Tople Ife Church Harvard Yale Princeton Faul Toun Christ God

Monotony in Prayer Meetings Warned by Doctor Cowann

Dr John F Cowann argues against fixed routines in worship noting some repetition is good but strict sameness dulls interest. He cites prayer meetings as needing varied order for engagement, while stressing that essential elements like prayer singing scripture reading and testimonies remain constant.

John F. Cowann Golden Link

How to Help the Pastor and Prayer for Clergy

Francis E Clark urges lay support for pastors through Christian Endeavor type committees and pre service prayer. He stresses private devotions aid pastors, not just formal committees, asking readers to lift their spiritual petitions for their spiritual guide.

Christian Endeavor Societies Lfe Ley Francis BE. Clark, D. D LL. P

Christian Endeavor’s Moral Force Inspires Youth

A rallying call extols Christian Endeavor as the world’s greatest moral force for the young and urges earnest participation by Waileuvecers. The message encourages prayer and labor in the movement as a key to spiritual uplift.

Waileuvecers Lyman Stone

Cascasweet Baby Remedy Promoted in Ad

An old advertisement touts Cascasweet as a gentle stomach corrective for babies and children. It claims no harmful drugs and lists Wim. Fr. Jungkung at 55 Stephenson St as the seller.

Dion Wim Jungkung Stephenson St

Burdett Pianist Sought by Brown & Dollmeyer’s

W. J. Burdett is listed as pianist for hire at Brown and Dollmeyer’s. A phone contact is provided for orders and bookings.

W. J. Burdett Pians Cuner Brown& Dollmeyer’s

Harriet M. Burbank Piano Teacher at Studio 85

Harriet M. Burbank is listed as a piano teacher at Studio 85 located at Grove Street, G-4dtf. The entry provides contact and address details for prospective students seeking instruction.

Harriet M. Burbank Grove St

Woman’s Ailments Targeted by Favorite Prescription

An ad describes period pain backache faint spells irregular and painful menses with or without catarrh and pelvic distress. It claims the medicine strengthens and normalizes the female system and stomach nerves while warning miracles won’t occur and surgery may be avoided with timely use. Free consultation offered to women by letter to Dr. Pierce of Buffalo New York.

Pierce Doctor Pierce R. V. Pierce Buffalo N.Y

Notable Women of Wealth and Culture Across Nations

A compiled portrait of prominent women including Elizabeth Espenak a Bergen councilor and honorary secretary of a Norwegian society Baroness von Eckhardstein a botany authority Jane Lucas a deaf pianist HM A Montgomery a San Francisco heiress and coffee colored diamond owner Thomas F. Ryan's charitable impact and Mrs William Howard Taft's musical studies are noted. A London poll names Lady Pole Carew as the most beautiful woman in England with six others noted in popularity.

Elizabeth Espenak Bergen Norway W. Ch. Aw von Eckhardstein Royal Botanic Society Jane Lucas New Flaven Conn HM. A. Montgomery San Francisco Thomas F. Ryan New York Traction William Howard Taft Cincinnati Conservatory London Lady Pole Carew England Welen Vincent Princess Henry of Pless the Duchess of Sutherland Julian Neilson Evelyn Millard

Readings of Scriptural Chapters for Comfort and Insight

An exhortation lists Bible passages for various life concerns. It recommends John fifteen for kindness, Psalms twenty seven thirty seven nineteen, Hebrews twelve, first Corinthians thirteen, Psalm one hundred twenty six, and James three to address feelings, confidence, and self-control.

James

GLEANINGS: Economic and social curiosities noted

A survey notes the south grows richer by 7 million dollars daily. One ton of gold coin circulates against fifteen tons of silver. A scientist estimates color blindness affects 4 percent of civilized people. Phylloxera ravages cost France 1,900,000 acres of vineyards. A 37-letter Mexican post parcel sat 30 years, finally received in Washington. A Brentford defendant argues nine teen children distract from schooling.

South France Dand Washington Brentford England

Woman's Realm: Women Work in Diverse Urban Trades

The piece notes women earning livelihoods as barbers in Los Angeles, harness trade workers in New York, a girl jockey in Kentucky, and signs painted by a Jersey City worker. It cites a St Louis worker as a packing trunks specialist, two sisters running a large New York typewriting firm, and women as fashion consultants and servers in major cities.

Los Angeles New York Kentucky A. Focuisimua Jersey Nouth St. Louis New York City Tavo Sisters

Puzzle Riddle Narrows On Wary Files In Chicago News

A fragmented item from Chicago News centers on a puzzling riddle about a muzzle and wary files. The verse hints at a mental stumble and perceptual distraction as the speaker contemplates knowledge and vision.

Chicago News

Caribou Parade Highlighting Newfoundland Migration

The Empire Review chronicles Newfoundland caribou migrations with 4000-plus deer crossing the Exploits river in autumn, their annual trek southward, and the wolves and lynx that prey along the route. It notes antlered males, the caribou’s paddle like hooves, and their remarkable swimming to cross lakes and steep terrains.

Newfoundland Exploits River St. John's Belle Isle Strait Labrador Tie Empire Review

Eating Fruit and Diet Opinions in Health Advice

A health note argues for a mixed diet over fruit only plans, praising fruits for salts water and digestion while warning against fruit misusage. It endorses DeWite’s Carbolized Witet Salve for piles, sold by Wm. PF. Jungktuz at 35 Stephenson St.

Iealth DeWite Wm. PF. Jungktuz Stephenson St

Vacation paper forwarding service offered by Journal

Subscribers planning summer vacations can have the Journal forwarded to any address by calling phone 25. Addresses can be changed as often as needed at no extra charge. Half the pleasure of a vacation is reading happenings at home.

Journal

Fear of Ghosts and the Call for Open Inquiry

The essay argues that fear of ghosts stems from the unknown and urges a measured scientific approach. It notes that traditional Cockney specters lack factual basis while acknowledging intriguingphantoms supported by extensive testimony and calls for curious firsthand observation rather than avoidance.

Lippincott

Prescription for Stomach Troubles in Simple Formula

A simple stomach remedy proposes Compound Tincture of Cinchona Prosene Compound and Sherry Wine taken before meals and at bedtime to tone digestion. The Prosene Compound is described as a digestive ferment and tonic. This prescribes a drugstore fill and trial for digestive relief.

Exchange In Neckties By a South Penn Buisnessman

A South Penn businessman plans to dodge his wife over neckties. He wears her chosen tie to the office each morning then secretly swaps it for a quieter one kept in his desk. The piece invites the wife to visit the office or await another swap on a future trip home.

Martha Baker Dunn Atlantic Ayet South Penn Square

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