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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1906
Page
4
In a formal acknowledgment the Breeport Subal of the International Typo Ethical Union recognizes the Ht that it employs Union labor within its mechanical departments.
Judge James H. Cartwright of the Oregon Ogle county bar defends his statement against a Landon signed attack. He asserts he authored and signed the truth, denying alleged pressure or unauthorized signatures and warning readers against falsehoods.
Hon H A Smith a Oregon lawyer and former Congressional candidate declares Landon untruthful in signed statements. He cites Landon’s remarks about trusts and Lowden, asserts no support for Landon, and criticizes Landon’s references to Hitt and Mitt in a 1908 Oregon statement. The letter, dated July 31 1908, presents Smith’s testimony on truthfulness and political alignment.
In coverage across Rockford area papers, supporters praise Frank O Lowden as a strong Republican candidate with experience, eloquence, and wide backing. Local editors criticize rival letters and warn against slander as Lowden positions for congressional succession in the thirteenth district.
A sequence of opinion excerpts from Lanark Gazette Whiteside Sentinel and DeKalb Review attacks on W P Landon Rochelle seeking Congress against Col Frank O Lowden. Editors discuss notoriety versus experience with endorsements from Roosevelt allies and Republican leaders, urging honest capable representation.
Local column lists a series of visitors and travelers. J B Taylor and others took morning trains to Chicago while Miss Orelda Wingert and Miss Georgia Musser visited friends in nearby towns. Several residents plan visits to Dixon Savanna and Lake Wabesa Wisconsin. Family news includes relatives from Benton Harbor Lebanon Setonville Stoughton Freeport and Cleveland. Rev Heinmiller returns from Ohio and will preach at Salem church.
In Dixon on August 2 the diamond medal contest featured seven contestants, two men and five women, with Alva Hedges winning the medal as number two. Contestants included Miss Florence Hedrick, Miss Winnie Franklin, Miss Elsie Quinno, Miss Rose Bucher, Miss Alta Zipse, and Worthy Matthews. The program opened with the Dixon Marine band and a tenor solo by William Christy of Clinton, Illinois. Col Bob Taylor will speak Saturday on Castles in the Air, praised by Henry Watterson as charming and witty.
A ceremonial farewell expresses prayers for peaceful paths and mercy. Governor Taylor requests guidance for successors and blesses Benton Med Minin as he gives his hand and heart to Tetinessee, invoking mercy on their souls.
Hundreds of revelers witnessed a Wednesday night assault on a woman near Freeport's Stephenson street. A man with an umbrella struck her twice, leaving a severe scalp wound as they walked toward the city. The couple fled in a cab. police have not identified them and no arrests were made. Local park staff reported no disturbances on the grounds.
Herman Death and Miss Susan Mumma of Forres ton settled a sensational case with the Sterling police. Death promised to marry Mumma and they traveled to Dixon to wed. Police were not certain what pressure led Mumma to drop legal proceedings started after his arrest. Proceedings stopped and Death released from jail, closing the matter locally.
Lester Clarence Jacobs infant son of Mr and Mrs William Jacobs died at their home from heart trouble and pneumonia after several weeks illness He was born September 30 1905 in this city Funeral will be at 2 pm Sunday from the family residence Rev A C G Landeck of the German Lutheran church officiating Interment in city cemetery He is survived by his parents three brothers Walter Theo Harry and three sisters Lillian Mildred and Mabel.
Milwaukee August 2 Low er county supporters back John F Dietz to run for sheriff in the fall against Sheriff Griland who has pursued the Cameron dam outlaw Dietz already served one term as Barron county sheriff and moved to Cameron dam where he faces ongoing troubles The Sawyer faction predicts Dietz victory
Complexion treatments are a necessary part of grooming for a well preserved woman. It claims to improve future appearance rather than present look. Tea or tablets priced at 85 cents. Joseph Emmert.
The article notes a potential protest over player limits in Wisconsin State League games following La Crosse series. Freeport contemplates protesting La Crosse and other Wisconsin teams for exceeding the twelve-man roster after mid June. The Freeport squad returns from La Crosse and prepares for five-game Wausau series in their city, with Ives sidelined by a sprained ankle.
The report details a lengthy baseball contest between Freeport and the Champs/Early, featuring misplayed balls, base hits, and missed opportunities. Key moments include Moriarty scoring on a misplay, Schootthoven scoring, and repeated threats that failed to convert into runs. Despite many runners reaching base over 18 innings, the sides remained tied as late innings produced little decisive action.
Manager Moriarity signs John Newman a capable ex southern league player to bolster Freeport. He will replace Ives in center field while Ives recovers from a La Crosse injury and then serve as utility man. Moriarity also seeks a strong pitcher to reinforce the pennant bid.
Aug Miss Edna Man ill at home south of Lena. Miss Luella Buss engaged to M Olson and wife at Shabbona. The Baptist church will host an ice cream social on the church lawn tomorrow evening inviting all. Mrs H R Nelson returned from Rockford visit. Miss Dunlap of Champaign visiting J H Rife. J B Hinds of Berwyn hosted by J D Hinds and wife. Miss Helen Dix traveled to Seales Mound. Mrs O M Becker son Paul and Miss Margaret Scully who visited Will Doll and rats returned to Chicago. Mrs Dave Snyder and daughter boarded Rockford train this morning.
Robert Schwarz of Freeport, interior finishing contractor, was on business in Mt Carroll. Frank Ridgeway of Ridgeway Electrical, Freeport, checked Academy wiring under contract. Phil Kerz visited Freeport with daughters Ollie and Ruth who will stay with aunt Maud. Mrs Chas Marker visiting Freeport and planned visit to Mr Carroll in Indiana. Mrs Schuneman of Center Hill traveled to Freeport then planned to bring her son Albert who lost both legs after being run over. A wooden limbs dealer offered $200 to fit Albert so he can walk again.
A 17 year old boy, Frank Manning, drowned in Rock River at Harlem Park Rockford about 11 am Thursday while bathing. His companion David Ryan attempted a rescue but could not prevent the tragedy.
Catherine Clancy transfers north forty feet of lot 7 block 12 Wright and Purinton addition to Frank Ben kett for 1750 dollars.
The board of directors of the Y M C A will hold a regular meeting Monday night.
Oshkosh won a Wisconsin league contest against Eau Claire in a postponed game played in Oshkosh Wisconsin. Key players included Butteries Kerr and Moore for Oshkosh and Hberly Warnell for Eau Claire. Final score shows Oshkosh 4 runs in the third inning and 1 run in the fourth, Eau Claire 3 runs overall.
La Crosse defeats Fresport 8 to 2 in a fifteen inning marathon tying the league record for long games. Bond led off with a walk and Medwizky and Konetchy followed with hits as two outs neared, but Konetchy was forced at second on Flynn’s relay.
BF. W. Goodloe of Dutton Street, Waco Texas, credits Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption with five years of use to stay well and safe. He says a long cough vanished and now the sea wall city seems as safe as the uplands. The remedy cures chronic coughs la grippe croup whooping cough and helps prevent pneumonia with a pleasant taste. Guaranteed by Joseph Emmert s drug store with 50 cent and 1.00 bottles and a free trial.
Notice announces sale of certificate No. 27 for title shares of Freeport Hardware company. Sealed bids may be received at C. E. Meyer & Co. office until 10 o'clock p m Friday. Bids subject to rejection with privilege reserved by F W Siecke.
Three hundred Illinois Central shop and roundhouse employees and families enjoyed the first annual outing to Dubuque. They traveled from Freeport, spent the day at Union Park, watched a Dubuque Bloomington Three Eye league game, and returned energized though fatigued. Officials plan a larger next year, with shops and roundhouse closed for the event.
August brings sneezing watery eyes and nasal congestion caused by heat dust and flower pollen. Hyomei offers at home relief and a claimed cure. use six to seven times daily and rub in the nose. Complete outfit costs $1.00 with 50 cent refills and a refund offer if unfulfilled.
A historical notice outlines a recurring survey team trip from White School House to Oakland Cemetery on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays. Departures occur 1:30 PM and 2:00 PM with returns around 4:15 PM. Tickets are 10 cents from Owen T. Smith at Freeport Water office. Bus service replaces cars. visitors can take streetcar and a bag to the Cemetery from White School House every half hour on the listed days.
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