Old Settlers Reunion at Cedarville Aug 31
The 29th annual Old Settlers of Stephenson County reunion will be held at J. Weber Adams grove near Cedarville on Wednesday August 31. Judge William T Hodson of Galena will deliver the principal address with a full program including musical interludes and talks by local clergy and officers.
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Cedarville
Stephenson County
J. Weber Addams
Henry Cullen
H. C. Blosser
Orangeville
Wm. T. Hodson
GoMection
F. W. Clingman
Geo. W. Barber
President presses Spain for firmer peace terms
The President declared Spain's reply to be unsatisfactory and said the government will stand firm. Further negotiations are in progress and complete acceptance is expected by tomorrow night or today. Details of the disagreement remain unclear but Spain is believed to concede on some points as talks continue.
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Wasmwaron
Spain
Northern Lanois Yard Promises Fresh Lumber Stock
A Northern Lanois lumber yard advertises dry stock kept under cover to prevent warping and offers next day delivery after rain. With a large stock and good grades, they invite customers to inspect offerings and promise friendly service whether or not a sale is made.
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Lanois
Secretary Day Announces Protocol for Peace Talks
Secretary Day told the Associated Press the protocol embodying terms for a peace treaty including the evacuation of Cuba and Porto Rico has been agreed upon and will be executed. The forms match the president’s original note, with only formalities remaining. Signatures on the protocol will not be affixed today.
Navy promotions to rear admiral rank tallied
Washington Aug 10 Special The president will urge Congress to advance Sampson eight numbers and Schley six, creating rear admirals with Schley just below Sampson. Clark of Oregon to captain six numbers and Wainwright eight. Additional fleet promotions to follow.
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Washington
Congress
Sampson
Schley
Clark
Oregon
Wainwright
Americans Disgusted Over Aguinaldo Conduct in Manila Bay
From Cavirr Manila Bay August 8 via Hong Kong Special report says Americans condemn Aguinaldo and his leadership as insurgent power wanes as Filipinos see his promises as unsubstantial. Two of the insurgents steamers are in Manila Bay provisioning to secure Aguinaldo’s possible escape.
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Manila
Cavirr
Manila Bay
Hong Kong
Aguinaldo
Petit Jurors Named for September Circuit Court
The September term jury list includes Freeport, Buckeye, Lancaster, Florence, West Point, Winslow, Erin, Dakota, Rock Grove, Waddams, Rock Run, Loran, and Oneco districts. Notables include Freeport’s M. Kleckner and W. A. McKibben, Lancaster’s Austin Yarger, and West Point’s Henry Montague. The circuit court convenes Monday, September 5.
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Petit Jury
Circuit Court
Freeport
M. M. Kleckner
Dennis Maher
W. A. McKibben
E. L. Cronkrite
Jas. Murdaugh
Adam Marker
J. R. Daniels
Stephen Backus
C. F. Kuehner
Robert Luecke
Kent
F. H
Fence to Come Down at Courthouse in Special Session
The Board of Supervisors met in special session and reported no legal right to alter local assessment figures. The township assessors' figures will stand. By unanimous vote the iron fence and coping around the courthouse will be removed and sold. Board set per diem for Board of Review members at 2.50 dollars. The session adjourned sine die.
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Board of Supervisors
Court House
Board of Review
Uncle Sam's Boys to Camp in Kentucky
The war department will establish an Army camp in Kentucky's bluegrass region. Troops now at Chickamauga are expected to march to the new camp, with Wasmaeron reporting the plan as of August 10.
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Uncle Sam
Kentucky
Wasmaeron
War Department
Blue Grass
Chickamauga
Promotion for Grand Union agent Schermerhorn to Chicago district
F H Schermerhorn, longtime Grand Union Tea Company agent in Freeport, promoted to general agent of the Chicago district with Englewood headquarters. He departs tomorrow for the move, joined by A J Glaw as agent. Schermerhorn, former Illinois Central engineer, is highly regarded in the community, and his departure will be noted by Freeport friends and family.
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F. H. Schermerhorn
Grand Union Tea Company
Chicago
Englewood
A. J. Glaw
Schermerhorn
Illinois Central
Miss Stearns Hosts Seven Tables In Whist
Miss Mary Stearns entertained seven tables at whist last evening. The records show the players were not out of practice.
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Mary Stearns
Agen
Barrington Urged as Site for Evangelical College
Barrington is pressed to host the United Evangelical denomination college. Rev. William Caton, financial agent, has been active and the board reportedly favors Barrington. A citizens meeting is planned for tomorrow evening to discuss the project. The college would carry an endowment of 106000 dollars.
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Evangelical College
Exar
Barrington
United Evangelical Denomination
Elgin
Evangelical Association
William Caton
United Evangelical Church
Weather Forecast for Illinois Aug 10
Special weather forecast from Cuicano notes fair tonight and Thursday with variable winds. No significant precipitation or temperatures provided.
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Cuicano
Illinois
Congregation Sermons and Lectures Mark Dixon Jubilee
Congregational assembly in Dixon IL featured Rev. Mr Heigler on normal school subjects and the Ten Tribes. Rev Frank G Hitchcock spoke on Gaining Ground. A conference led by Rev J Monroe Markley followed. Stereopticon lecture The Wonderland of the World by RJ Bennett of Chicago capped the evening with a concert by D D of Chicago.
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Dixon
Heigler
Narmal
Sko
Lock
Frank G
Jubilee Singers
H. A. N. Hitchcock
J. Monroe. Markley
Lee Center
Ill
RJ. Bennett
Chicago
D. D
Syrup of Figs Promotes Gentle Systemic Relief
To Clause the Sestem Effectively, yet gently, when castive or bilious, to permanently overcome habitual constipation, to awaken the kidneys and liver to a healthy activity, without tabating or weakening them, to dispel headaches, colds or fevers, use Syrup of Figs, made by the California Fig Syrup Co.
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California Fig Syrup Co
Exposition special rates by Illinois Central R A
Illinois Central R A offers special round trip rates to Omaha via Sioux City Dixon Mendota or LaSalle with smooth connections and comfortable travel times. Check rates before you start for Omaha Exposition travel.
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Illinois Central R. A
Omaha
Sioux City
Dixon
Mendota
LaSalle
Salve advertisement claims world best cure
An old print advertises a salve for cuts bruises sores eruptions and skin conditions with a money back guarantee. It promises relief for piles and other ailments and indicates it costs 25 cents per box sold by Emmert & Burrell at the Bismarck store.
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Emmert & Burrell
Missing Check Notice Involving Mrs J R Smith
Lost payment for 18 dollars payable to Mrs J R Smith. Re he to this office or to H J Moogk.
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J. R. Smith
H. J. Moogk
Rehe
Flachtmeier Granite Co announces 60 day sale
The Flachtmeier Granite Co announces special prices for the next 60 days to reduce excess stock of monuments and tablets. Direct quarry purchases and cash discounts enable prices lower than the competition. Location listed as 48 50 Stephenson St Schott.
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Flachtemeier Granite CO
Stephenson St
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