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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1906

Page

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Post Card Albums Offered At Special New York Prices

We present a premier selection of post card albums bought directly from a major New York manufacturer. Prices allow special values across all sizes.

New York

Japanese and Chinese Art Goods Exhibition in Window

An exhibition displays Japanese and Chinese art goods at popular prices. Items include card cases ivory hat pins Awazi vases brass ash trays bowls and vases sandalwood fans Chinese brocade belts ivory salve boxes and more. Prices range from twenty five cents to several dollars, all genuine and imported from San Francisco.

San Francisco Toys

Investments in business property on Stephenson Street

Two three story brick buildings on Stephenson Street offered for sale by G F Hildreth. Well located with adequate rentals and strong return potential. Prompt attention recommended.

Stephenson Street F. Hildreth

Indignation Over Milos Smirnoff Abuse by Chelilev Guards

At Novski prospect Milos Smirnoff, a refined young lady, was subjected to twenty seven lashes with whips by Chelilev guards in view of two officers after a remark to their commander. Her clothing torn and flesh lacerated. papers demand trial of the officers and troopers involved.

St. Petersburg Milos Smirnoff Chelilev Novski

Insane Man Kills Brother-in-Law Then Slashes Wife

In Batavia Illinois on August 15 Emil Berner a mechanic killed his brother in law Ernest Franzen by slashing his throat and wounded his wife fatally. He then slashed his own throat dying minutes later. Neighbors were summoned after Berner was injured. His wife’s daughter and a boarder escaped from a window.

Batavia Emil Berner Ernest Franzen

Freeport Considers Profit From Distillery Plant

Freeport capitalists weigh building a denatured alcohol distillery to supply fuel, with plans tied to rail and farm regions, near Waterloo, Iowa, and other centers. The project would require six figures, with denatured output used as fuel and byproducts feeding livestock, and strict controls to prevent beverage use.

Freeport Waterloo Ila United States

Berg Favored for Governor by Nebraska Dems and Populists

At the Nebraska state nominating convention in Lincoln on August 15, George W. Berg of Lincoln led the Democrats in strength for governor while the Populists also favored Berg in their convention. The report notes Berg’s cross party support from both factions.

Nebraska Geo. W. Berg Lincoln Neb George. W. Berg Berg

Emperor welcomes King in Cronburg meeting

King Edward arrived from Frankfort to Cronburg where Emperor William and Prince and Princess Frederick Charles greeted him at the station. The two monarchs exchanged cordial tributes and kissed each other on the cheek in a ceremonial welcome.

Cronburg Prussia Edward Frankfort William Prince Frederick Charles Greene

Weather Forecast for Chicago on August 15

Illinois showers expected tonight with Chicago area experiencing overcast skies. Sunrise at 5 07 a m and sunset at 7 00 p m with variable winds likely.

Chicago Illinois

Market Report from Chicago Board: Grains and Hogs

The market closes with Sept wheat 70 43, Sept corn 48 54, Sept oats 30 7, Sept pork 7 20, Sept lard 88 67, Sept rbsp 8 92. Union stock yards: cattle 17 000, steady to 10 higher. beef steers 3 90 to 4 75. cows and heifers 41 15 to 45 25. stockers and feeders 2 30 to 4 40. hogs 22 000, slow, mixed 6 70 to 6 22, good heavy 5 80 to 6 16, rough heavy 6 50 to 5 70, light 5 55 to 6 25. bulk sales 5 90 to 6 15. sheep 138 000, steady to 3 25 to 5 30.

Chicago Union Stock

Neptun e police know nothing of Hussey relatives

Corner W. B. Peck received a police telegram from Neptune Ohio saying authorities know nothing about Edward Hussey’s relatives. Hussey’s body was buried this afternoon in the potter's field.

Corner W. B. Peck Neptune Ohio Edward Hussey Potter’s Field

Eagles to Milwaukee for annual convention parade

A group of Eagles from the local aerie traveled to Milwaukee this morning for the annual convention. They will take part in the big parade tomorrow and return home on August 22.

Aerie Milwaukee Order

Licensed to Wed in Monroe County

Notices list Charles Pickett and Monroe Varnie Dinges as licensees with Charles F Nichless, and Carrie Jones in Freeport, indicating a marriage license proceeding or issuance.

Charles Pickett Monroe Varnie Dinges Same Charles F Nichless Carrie Jones Freeport

White Shrine Meeting Promised for Tomorrow

Capernaum Shrine No. 4 of the White Shrine of Jerusalem will hold an evening meeting to transact business in the coming hours.

Capernaum Shrine No White Shrine of Jerusalem Amorrow

L. E. Beckmire Missed Business Meeting

L E Beckmire was unable to attend his day of business today due to a condition described as slight indisposition.

L. E. Beckmire

Paralysis Victim Arrives Home From Kansas City

Harry Hoebelman, rendered entirely helpless by a stroke, arrived this morning from Kansas City Missouri and was taken to his father’s home at 178 Oak Street by ambulance.

Harry Hoebelman Kansas City Oak Street

Hollister Rocky Mountain Tea Ad

Advertisement for Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea promising children to eat sleep and grow with the product. States Tea or Tablets offered at 34 cents by Joseph Enmert in a compact promotional line.

Hollister Joseph Enmert

Texas death ends Local lad life oversea health

Fred Prestin 22 year old son of Mr and Mrs Charles Prestig of Freeport died in La Porte Texas after moving there for health reasons two years ago. He suffered rheumatism most of life and a severe internal hemorrhage during a visit by his sister Mrs Muldoon to his parents. Survived by parents six siblings William Carl Arnold Mrs Muldoon Mrs Bucher and Mrs Craig. Funeral plans await health officials approval for shipping the body.

Fred Prestin Charles Prestig la Porte Texas Freeport Muldoon William Chicago Carl Arnold Milwaukee M. Muldoon E. Bucher Los Angeles Cal C. Craig

A Colored Brute Seeks By Police After Assault

George Johnson colored is sought by city police on a charge of attempting a statutory offense against Mrs Edward Ferguson colored at the rear of the Hoofer factory on Jackson street where Johnson boarded. He attacked her at noon yesterday and when neighbors intervened the assailant fled. A warrant was sworn and officers hunted him but he remained at large tonight. Johnson had lodged with the Ferguson family and worked at the Illinois Central coal sh ore. He is owed money at his job and it is believed he will return for arrest.

George Johnson Edward Ferguson Jackson Street Johnson Ferguson Illinois Central Coal Shores

Democrats Meet in Stephenson County Fair Plans Formed

The Stephenson County Democratic club planned a November fair at Germania hall with prizes. They will host Hon. Lawrence M Stringer of Lincoln, Illinois, to dedicate the club rooms on August 29 at Cedarville and Freeport, with an afternoon speech to Cedarville old settlers and an evening reception in Freeport. Stringer formerly ran for governor against Deneen. Frank M Goodwin’s bid for Congress discussed, with possible endorsement at the county delegation tomorrow.

Stephenson County Democratic Club Germania Hall Lawrence M. Stringer Juincoln, Hil Stringer Cedarville Freeport Armory Hall Deneen Frank M. Goodwin Congress

Window Vandalism Sparks Citywide Reward Offer

Unknown individuals disfigure plate glass windows in the business districts with initials and blue chalk marks using a diamond or steel stag. Kuehner Bros. reports two large windows damaged and offers 25 dollars for the culprits. The city adds another 25 dollars, signaling swift punishment for the act.

Sweeney Kuehner Bros Kuehner’s

Mrs Lucy Clark Plans Walton Store Vacation Start

Mrs Lucy Clark of the Walton store will begin her vacation tomorrow, taking a break from duties at the store.

Lucy Clark Walton

Last Conventions Nominate Congressional Hopefuls Tomorrow

The final conventions for the thirteenth district nominate successors to Hon. R. R. Hitt with Republicans meeting at the County club rooms and Democrats at the northwest corner of Stephenson and Chicago streets. Delegate counts show 88 for Republicans and 32 for Democrats led by Col. Frank O. Lowden as likely Republican nominee. Frank M. Goodwin and James Wilson discussed for Democrats amid Socialist senatorial moves.

Congress Stephenson Chicago Carroll, Lee Jo Daviess Ogle Whiteside Carrol Lee Wee Cee J. F. Fair Freeport Republican Congressional Committee J. W. Clinton Polo A. B. Woodruff Carroll County I. W. Parkinson Jo Daviess County Warren Badger Lee County D. J L. Miller Whiteside County R. R. Hitt Frank O. Lowden Oregon

Moving House Struck by Wires in Washington Street

A house crowded at the intersection of Washington and Chicago streets was moved across the alley last night about 2 o clock. The trolley line was removed but fire and police alarm wires were damaged when the roof touched them, tearing them down for three blocks. Several passersby in a car narrowly avoided shocks from the charged lines.

Washington Street Chicago Street

Confectioner Charles Mellnick Celebrates 18th Anniversary

Charles Mellnick, a well known confectioner, marks the eighteenth anniversary of his entrance into his current business at his present stand. He previously worked in confectionery, gaining experience and holding roles at Diffenbaugh and Brubaker before buying his stock in 1889 and running the stand later used by the Kuehner building after a partnership with Charles Winters.

Charles Mellnick Melnick Diffenbaugh Brubaker Charles Winters Kuehner

Fractured Wrist Among Chicago Visitor at Adamson Home

Niss Florence Tageart of Chicago, visiting at the Adamson home on West Street, fractured her right wrist yesterday while playing tennis.

Niss FlorenceTageart Chicag Adamson Honn West Street

Real Estate Transfer from Guiteau to Secker

Francis R. Guiteau sells part of lots 9 and 10 in block 5 of Guiteau's addition to Casper J. Secker for 650 dollars.

Francis R. Guiteau Casper J. Secker Guiteau

Land Investment Pitch Targets Canada Tour

An advertisement touts Canadian lands as the safest investment and promotes William Clement as the guide to Canada. It invites prospective land buyers to join a Tuesday tour, promises flexible mailing of The Daily Journal across the United States for 10 cents weekly, and assures address changes without extra charge.

Canada William Clement Daily Journal

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