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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1907
Page
7
Sterling council debated a saloon ordinance to cap saloons at seventeen, matching Rockford enforcement ease. Moline saloonkeepers switch to dropping free lunches as the $1000 license nears, with owners noting rising costs and uncertain future for free meals.
Mrs. John A. Logan widow of Gen. John A. Logan sends a memorial collection to Springfield Illinois. The set includes the general saddle and saddle gear tributes condolence volumes and civil war relics valued at about 10000. Gen Scott Illinois adjutant general will oversee reception and storage in the capitol room chosen by the legislature.
Real estate transfer records show Anna S. Kalbe conveying part of lot 6, block 1 in Waterman and Hyde’s addition to Minnie Nieckhaefer for $650.
August clearing sale advertised by A. McNamara & Con at 117 Stephenson St. Offers big price cuts on all stock including footwear. Read as a local retail notice promoting affordable footwear and oxford shoes.
Lena Budget notes improvements on a north side residence by Booke with remodeling planned. Lloyd Wetzel and Willis Allinson begin a vacation to Dickinson North Dakota. Mrs Rose Lasser visits from Warren at G H Sherry’s home.
The funeral of the late Mrs. John Ritchie was held at 2 30 this afternoon from the home at the corner of Frank and State streets. Rev F J Bate of Grace church officiated and interment was at Oakland cemetery. The funeral arrangements were in charge of O T Smith. Pallbearers were William Hall H J Moogh W B Lillis J J Rosenstiel August Bergman and Fred Lukerman.
The yearly state convention of the Christian churches of Illinois will convene in Jacksonville from September 9 to 12. The event could be the largest Disciples of Christ gathering in Illinois, with an estimated thousand delegates expected. Illinois has about 800 congregations and over 100,000 members. Jacksonville's congregation numbers around 1,000.
The funeral for the late Joseph Hutmacher was held this afternoon at 1 o'clock from his Harlem home. Services were conducted at Shiloh Church by Rev. Mr. Thrall. Interment followed at Eleroy Cemetery. Pallbearers included Charles Hart, Thomas Betz, George Schoeney, Thomas Steele, Jacob Yeager, and Henry Burkhardt.
Mr and Mrs Fred Becker of Chicago formerly of Freeport welcomed a baby daughter Tuesday. The brief notice records the arrival and names the Becker family without additional details.
Bertin reports social visits and greetings around Rock City and nearby towns. Residents and guests include Pieter and family from Rock City, Gramley of Winnesheik, Mrs. Demmel and Mrs. Beardsley with R. Deery, Miss Zula Smith visiting Savanna and Chicago, J. Beal, Emanuel Brubaker friends gathering, Laura Babb with Ella Mitchell, Rev. Griffin and wife en route to Winnesheik, and W. S. Bokemeier and wife in Freeport.
Freeport posts a .235 team batting average over ten home games with 69 hits and 43 stolen bases while committing only 16 errors in 419 chances. Disch leads with .412 batting but Ireland shines in fielding with a perfect 1.000. Fiske adds .316 with .917 fielding as teammates like Ives contribute in nine games. Pitchers Warhop and Scott top batting and fielding among pitchers, though Darrah’s three errors hurt.
Oshkosh may join a restructured baseball league next year excluding Wausau Eau Claire and La Crosse. Proposals include Fond du Lac Green Bay Oshkosh Menasha Manitowoc and Sheboygan with Rockford Beloit and Madison discussed as additions or changes.
United States Senator Beveridge of Indiana is to wed Miss Katherine Eddy in Berlin with a civil ceremony at the city office and a later civil service wedding at her brother Spencer Eddy’s apartment on Hohenzollern Strasse. Miss Eddy is a Chicago social figure, niece of Mrs. Marshall Field, and secretary of the American legation. Beveridge, born 1862 in Ohio, is a DePauw graduate and lawyer, previously married to Katharine Langsdale who died seven years ago.
States senator from New Jersey John F Dryden was born August 7 1839 near Farmington Missouri He worked as a machinist before entering Yale and later built a large life insurance venture in Newark He became one of New Jersey s wealthiest men a Republican elector in 1896 and 1900 and served as U S senator until his term ended last March
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Beloit announces barber shaves will cost 15 cents starting August 12 as nationwide price increases sweep the area. Local hardware and tobacconist shops report stocking up on razors and shaving outfits amid rising demand and waning supplies in nearby towns.
Decatur Illinois reports both the Review and the Herald suspended due to a printers strike. All job offices closed and only an extra Labor World sheet appeared with the printers’ side. Workers promise to start daily papers tomorrow.
An old expression notes sun rise and set as regular as the universe and promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills by Joseph Emert, druggist. The pills are marketed as a guaranteed aid, priced at 25 cents.
The Daily Journal announces citywide delivery at a rate of one dollar per week, providing subscription access across all neighborhoods.
Three suits totaling 120000 against four saloon keepers and four Morrison property owners were filed after William Beeler received drinks in Sterling area saloons and was killed in an accident on December 12. The actions allege liability for damages stemming from the sale of alcoholic beverages.
Sterling Illinois August 7 Fred Falls 22 rode thirty miles from home and jumped into a men g? and committed death by own action Monday.
Management announces extensive preparations for the fall term opening September 2. Demand for competent office help is high and the college highlights opportunities for capable students. The principal is in his office daily to consult with interested applicants. See the new ad elsewhere in this issue.
Eminent medical scientists claim life span is shorter than achievable with current knowledge. The critical decade 50 to 60 demands careful care to avoid shortened longevity. Electric Bitters is recommended as a tonic to revitalize body organs, guaranteed by Joseph Emmert, druggist, price 60c.
The council approved a plan expanding city access to services for residents with a modest 10 cent weekly fee. Officials say the measure broadens outreach while maintaining fiscal balance. Community groups praised the proposal as a step toward inclusivity and local participation.
Two Merry Tramps has been updated with twelve new musical numbers and whistlable music. The act features the McDonald sisters opposite the two comic experts Wood & Ward who perform at the Grand Opera House on Wednesday night August 14.
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