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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1905
Page
2
The Freeport Journal earns recognition from the International Typographical Union for employing the Union label in its mechanical departments. The honor reflects adherence to professional standards and quality printing practices within the paper.
A long stream of social notes records residents and visitors in Freeport. Names include J. A. Kraker Shannon Wm Trumbauer Polo Mrs A Walker Byerts and many others from Rockford Chicago Dixon Bellvidere Arlington and more. Attendees at events and travels are noted alongside local business trips and family visits.
Fans condemn the Freeport squad as poor hitting and weak fielding dominate games at the mid season out of town engagement. The piece calls for firmer selection and potential changes, arguing loyalty to the town and team requires cutting underperforming players despite friendships and nonpartisan stance.
Ren Dade, catcher for La Crosse, lies in the hospital with a likely season ending ankle injury after sliding into base. A physician confirmed a dislocated ankle following the game. Manager Malven signed Bacon as first baseman and O'Neil as Woodstock’s shortstop to bolster the lineup.
William Bengelsdorff of Rockford was found dead in his bed at his Winnebago street home. An inquest returned heart disease as the cause. He leaves a son and daughter, sisters in Freeport Des Moines Monroe and Preeport, a west-residing brother, and brothers-in-law J L Hime and L S Hime. The body will be brought to Freeport for interment. daughter Mabel Bengelsdorff was told of the death while in Lake Geneva.
The first copies of the 1904 statistical abstract reveal America’s rapid progress. Population rose by 1,280,000 to 81,732,000. money in circulation increased by 151,450,091. bank deposits surged by 446,853,405. exports and imports shifted, and farm and industrial output rose substantially. Railroads expanded by 4,595 miles, passengers exceeded 42 million, and freight moved over 171 billion ton-miles, reflecting broad economic growth.
A short notice identifies Salt's Chocolate Shop located at 101 Stephenson Street offering home baked goods. The post highlights baked items available for purchase in a storefront setting and notes the shop name and address.
The Freeport Driving Park faces a ban on games of chance that killed a thriving summer scene. Residents recall Joe Patchen and M. E. McHenry and fear the park’s revival depends on lifting the gambling ban. Officials warn a season without profits would bankrupt operations, though hope persists for next year if restrictions ease.
Bids up to 2 p m August 12 for construction of storm sewer on Cottonwood street. Bids may be for concrete or brick and must show price per foot including labor and materials. Bids to be handed to the city clerk. Specifications on file in the city engineer G W Graham’s office.
Funeral services were held today for Mrs. W Z Laible and her daughter Grace who perished in Monday night’s accident with Miss Gladys Brine. Rev F C Barr spoke at the Laible residence on South Walnut street where a large crowd gathered to pay last respects. The bodies will be placed in a double grave at Oakland Cemetery. Pallbearers named for Mrs. Laible and Grace included local men from the community.
Freeport police laugh at a Rockford Star report as Forest City authorities traced Bessie Mitchell for months. Captain Henry Silk notified Rockford Chief Bargren, who then provided manpower to capture her. Officer Kegel arrested Mitchell and handed her to Rockford police, with local sleuths credited in the coverage.
News of Day terse report says John W Stocks was surprised at his Bailey Avenue home last evening after a trip to Portland Exposition and western states. About twenty five guests attended as Stocks shared travel stories while refreshments were served. The event was described as interesting and instructive.
John O Mara receives word from West Chicago of the death of his three year old niece Bernice Cary daughter of Mr and Mrs Michael Cary Helen Cary sister of the deceased was visiting at her uncle style="". No details available in the telegram.
The funeral will be held from the house tomorrow morning at o'clock and from St. Joseph's Catholic church. Rev. Father Kavelage will officiate. RE. A. Blust has charge of arrangements and pallbearers are William Herter Matthias Zimmerman Zachary Hoover John Speigel Carl Heck and Herman Wachendort.
A small Illinois Central derailment occurred about three miles south of Dixon yesterday afternoon at 5 20 caused by a broken flange. The first section of a freight train derailed delaying the Chicago bound passenger service about two hours.
Several members of Freeport council and Royal Arcanum will travel to Rockford this evening. They will meet with officers of the head council, who will explain the system of new rates recently or hoarded.
The Henney band will give its patrons a pleasant evening at Taylor's Park tonight with a program by the Y M C A workers. Local association members will attend the Y M C A conference in Lake Geneva from August 4 to 14.
Master in Chancery Bekert receives deed to James White lot1 block1 for 1275 dollars. William Wiess licensed in Monroe Wisconsin. Maurie Wyss 5AI6.5 noted. Best and Schroadar listed ill. Mrs. H B Schroadar also on sick list.
Mayor Dittmar defends absolute chair authority claiming the mayor has the right to voice opinions on all matters and can recognize aldermen at will. Aldermen push for stricter floor control. six votes needed to override the mayor. Fire department plans paused due to finances. focus on upgrading existing hose cart and ward company staffing. Stockton to save a street fair next week.
Oshkosh beat Freeport 11 to 10 in a tight Sawdust City contest while Green Bay trounced LaCrosse 8 to 1 Belott led 6 and Wiuson 1 in a rough day at the plate Three Oshkosh pitchers were used in yesterday’s stalemate yet none proved effective Dick Malven and Lehneiberg led the offense with six runs produced in the ninth inning errors plagued both teams in a miserable exhibition.
The Score from Green Bay shows Green Bay defeating Ang 8 to 1 with a multi-team listing of players including Batterjee-Diamond Mores Mele Malven Sehnethers and Matthaws. Other league games at Green Bay and Wausau feature Beloit defeating Wausau on home ground with Buckweter Viger and Costners among the listed participants.
George Oblander travels to Galesburg for his nephew Charles Oblander's funeral after a freight train accident near Norris Farmington. Charles, a brakeman, was crushed between cars while turning a stop cock letting air brake slack. He died three hours later from shock and loss of blood. Oblander plans to return by Saturday. funeral details are unknown to relatives in the city.
M. G. Littlefield and family were guests of Chates Leibhart yesterday at his Globe Park camp. They savored a fine fish dinner prepared by Mr Leibhart, praised as among the finest they had tasted. Littlefield praised the wonders of Globe Park.
Wealthy New York philanthropist funds milk distribution each summer to reduce infant mortality. The ad urges Miona tablets for all ages to strengthen the stomach and aid digestion, claiming a complete cure for stomach troubles and other ailments, with a money back guarantee and a sponsor named Wm. F. Jungkuuz.
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