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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1905
Page
5
A telegram from a prominent Wisconsin railroad requests six operators. The ad promises quick qualification, pleasant work, good pay, and guaranteed positions soon after training. Evening classes available. inquiries by call or mail.
Field headquarters report that on the Kirin road from the Janyu line Japanese reconnaissance in force drove in Russian outposts on Saturday. Eleven Russians killed and ten captured in a counter recon quest as Russians were driven back by Japanese outposts along the line.
The interstate commerce commission opened an inquiry in Washington on August 16 into relations between railroads and refrigerator lines. It acts on its own initiative and complaints alleging violations of the interstate commerce act in several specified particulars. The investigation targets private car lines and their practices impacting freight operations.
Oakdale Park hosts a camp spotlight on singing under Prof. Trowbridge and the Woman's Missionary Society. Bishop Hartzler and Morloch lead talks on intercessory prayer, youth mission work, and practical outreach. Children’s activities and evening services deepen spiritual fervor as attendees anticipate next year.
Warrants have been issued charging George Lawrence alias Bennet Marsh of Brockton Massachusetts a former chauffeur for Chicago residents with killing William Bate a young chauffeur murdered in a lonely spot near Lamont last November.
Portsmouth N H Aug 15 Special The peace conference began at 10 02 this morning Consideration of article four relating to the Liaotung Peninsula and the surrender of Russian bases was agreed upon It is believed that consideration of article five relating to the cession of Sakhalin will be postponed until the other articles are passed on
An expert forecast from Guiteras says New Orleans will be free of yellow fever infection in forty days. The report notes 1 031 total cases and 171 total deaths with slight improvements in new cases and deaths by noon today, following 8 p m Monday updates.
La Porte Indiana August 15 special Mrs Fred Shreve of Waterford returned from the south and was today reported fatally ill with a disease physicians diagnosed as yellow fever.
San Diego August 15 Special final rites for the Bennington dead were performed at Fort Rosecrans military cemetery yesterday afternoon.
St. Louis August 15 Special The directors of the Peoples United States bank have voted to go into voluntary liquidation.
Local rains tonight and partly cloudy warmer conditions expected on Wednesday. Stronger warmth and humidity accompany the outlook in the Chicago area through midweek.
Martin Serf announces number one choice flour for 1.15 dollars per sack at 52 Stephenson Street. He guarantees satisfaction with money refunded if not satisfied. Sale runs in city shop window under his name.
Reinforcements arrive as editor R. Dubs, D. D., is expected Wednesday. Rev. J. G. Euler of Chicago and Rev. W. Y. Berge of Fair Haven visited, with Rev. J. Deyoung of Orangeville joining Tuesday. Members from various charges return to spend days in the sacred environment, enabling spiritual renewal and practical faith.
Social notes report a Globe Home garrison party at Ka of G hall with prizes awarded to Miss Nellie McGovern Mrs Lizzie Bowers Mrs Wim Butler and Mrs Will Smith. A donated cake from Mrs Fred Ruthe was shared after a prize draw conducted by Mrs Ashton. Also listed are Old Maids vs Old Bachelors event and a English Lutheran aid society meeting with music and a debate. St Cecelia choir plans an ice cream social at St Pins hall with a 16 cent admission. Card party and dance by American Star of Equity at I O F hall with Ed Gilbert orchestra refreshments described.
Mrs. Matilda Foy widow of E H Foy died at 3:30 this morning at 148 Stephenson street after five weeks illness from bowel strangulation. Born 1841 in Dauphin PA she married Foy in 1861 Forreston. Survived by four children, three brothers and a sister. Funeral Thursday at 8:15 from home then Forreston burial with Rev Thrall officiating. Also death of Miss Susanna Wade at 4:10 this morning at 33 Addison Street after two weeks illness. Born 1846 in Lancaster PA she came to Stephenson county in 1847 and later moved to Freeport. Survived by three brothers and six sisters. Funeral Thursday at 1:30 from home then Mennonite church service with Rev Shoemaker and Rev Shields. Also notice of Mrs Agnes Womersdorf of Belleville PA who died Monday at St Francis hospital after stomach cancer. Survived by two daughters and three sons. Burial at Bellevue tomorrow. Also ad for secondhand organs for sale by John Hea at 124 Stephenson Street.
Doubt over the cause of Mrs. John Brookman’s death at her Evarts area home was settled when her husband found a note in her razor case. The letter, written before she took her life, bids farewell to family and seeks forgiveness. Funeral services were held this afternoon.
Differences between the building committee in charge of the Masonic temple construction and contractor G Maffioli have been satisfactorily adjusted. Maffioli will have his men on the building tomorrow morning and has promised to live up to his contract.
Members of the Stephenson County Medical Society met in the courthouse this afternoon to arrange hosting the JA Daviess and Carroll county medical societies in October. The exact date for the tri-county gathering will be announced later.
Mrs A H Anderson hosted a luncheon for her sister Miss Minnie Swan of Chicago yesterday. The dining room was decorated in green and white and guests enjoyed a pleasant afternoon meeting Miss Swan and the hostess’s hospitality. Grace Episcopal church Sunday school plans a picnic at Globe Park Thursday. Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea advertised for babies with claims of calming stomachs and sleep. Freeport Conservatory of Music invites catalog requests. sessions in instrumental and vocal music at 401 Wilcoxon Building.
Good property for rent with eight rooms and all modern improvements in a desirable location on Liberty street east front. Rental right. Also offering a well kept run-about in good condition for sale. Inquire at once.
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