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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1907

Page

8

A Return of Love Letters Ends in Flames

The article recounts Seldon Reyburn and May Sidreth, who exchanged about ten letters weekly for eighteen months totaling forty pounds. After quarrels and accusations over letter handling, they attempt schemes to retrieve their correspondence. In the end they burn the letters together while reconciliation seems near, leaving their dispute unresolved.

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DeWitt Pills Promoted by Jungkunz on Stephenson Street

DeWitt's Little Early Risers advertised as small pills easy to take sold by Wm. F. Jungkunz at 35 Stephenson Street. The note emphasizes relief from gripe and promotes the product through a local dealer.

DeWitt Wm. F. Jungkunz Stephenson St

Sluggers and rule lore fill Brooklyn news from era

Tim Jordan of the Brooklyn Nationals tops the scene as a sought after free hitter while Ebbets claims he will not release him. The article also traces early baseball rules from 1845 and lists St Louis recruits as well as three rising players Chase Colby and Niles in a feature on the league outlook and Atlantic League changes.

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Daily Journal Delivery Service Ad

The Daily Journal offers city wide home delivery seven days a week.

Vetches and Hay Crops in the Northern States

The article compares common and hairy vetch as winter crops, noting cold tolerance and regional use in the United States and Canada. It covers California green manuring, Connecticut valley adoption, sowing windows, and cautions about weeds, with a brief note on overripe hay and its feeding impact. It also mentions sweet corn varieties and some orchard guidance for dwarf pears.

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Milton Purdy Leads Trust Enforcement Plan for Sherman Law

Milton Purdy assistant to the attorney general leads a new government strategy to enforce the Sherman Act by injunctions and receiverships against major trusts. The tobacco and powder trusts are first targets, with Standard Oil and others to follow, signaling a shift from fines to aggressive court actions. Purdy, 41, from Minnesota, hails from Ohio by birth and has served as AG’s aide for two years.

Uncis Sam Milton D. Purdy Honaparte United States Department of Justice Mr. Purdy Fis Tobacco Trust Powder Trust Milton TP Purdy Pli Standard Ol Company Bonaparte Ohio Minnagota

Wittas Kidney and Bladder Pills Sold by Whi Jungkunz

An advertisement promotes PowWitt s Kidney and Bladder Pills as remedies for backache and weak kidneys. Sold by Whi. FL Jungkunz.

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Vacation paper forwarding for Journal subscribers

Notice to subscribers informs readers they can have the Journal forwarded while away for the summer by leaving an address at the office. Subscribers may call the provided phone to update addresses as needed with no extra charge. one Daily Journal delivers free within the city.

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Peculiar Tiny Dwelling Draws NSW Townsfolk

A dollhouse like structure in New South Wales attracts curious locals. The front measures about one and a half feet, depth six feet, and walls rise to a similar height. Inhabitants report comfort despite its unusual size.

New South Wales

Local Bank Directors and Early 20th Century Train Schedules

A snapshot shows State Bank Freeport officers and directors led by D. C. Stover with R. G. Shumway as First Vice President and Henry Baler as Second Vice President. The document also lists rail timetables, connections, and service notes for east and west bound trains, including references to Rock Island routes, Chicago Great Western Weather, and named agents J.B. Shwatl.

D. C. Stover H.W. Antrim Dorman Ass't R. G. Shumway Henry Baler State Bank Freeport Capital Odirectora A. & Held W. H. Holland Fred W. Hoofer H. A Antrim J. H. Stealy Fred Dorman W. H. Wagner Homer F. Aspinwall Savings Department

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