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Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1906

Page

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Fortieth Big Parade Adds Drill Corps of Young Women

Minneapolis August 16 The fortieth parade of the encampment drew thousands as two miles of street were sealed for the march. A drill corps of twenty five young women led the parade followed by ex Governor Saint Van Sant and General Fred TR Wood. Veterans from Rock Island county and many states formed the escort of Commander Buck. Notable ages ranged from 90 year old Anson Wubbard to 14 year old Lydston Stowe in the contingent.

Minneapolis Hine Hive Union Fhe S.te van Sant Fred TR. Wood Minnesota Minnesota National Guard Columbia Post Chicago Tanner Palmer Andi Grand Army Mno Wisconsin Pennsylvania Ohio New York Rock Island County Buck Rock Island Anson Fr. Wubbard Moline Lydston 1 Stowe Streator Iman

Weather hard on the vets and relief after heat

The report counts five deaths and eight injured among veterans with forty six prostrations. Two veterans died Charles TW Keeting of New Orleans and Thomas A. Martin of Washington. George A. Venny of Logan was seriously injured by an auto while Penny stepped in front. Relief workers carried victims to hospitals amid heat and fatigue.

Charles TW. Keeting New Orleans Thomas A. Martin Washington George A. Venny Logan Tim Penny Relief Corps Aimone Lespitiels Pepart Monmouth Webay Grewe Atria Migl EL Op Stegkel Nthiata Rosea Ledifud T Wasdell Spring Valley Wis Watupitea Piles Peoria Samuel Dorson Marshaltown St. Luci Minneapolis da Tite Tlomes Allewe Heie

Philippine Veterans' Society elects officers in Des Moines

The Society of the Army of the Philippines elected officers including Commander in Chief Major General Arthur MenArthur U S Aviator First Junior Vice Commander Lieutenant J I Paxton Michigan Fourth Junior Vice Commander G B Weinheiter United States Army. Next year’s meeting to be held at Kansas City.

Philippine Veterans’ Society Ies Moines The Society of the Aray of the Philippines Arthur MenArthur U.S. Avi J. 1 Paaniton Michigan G. B. Weinheiter lWlitais Kuusas City

New York and Chicago National League clash in court

The New York National League club sues the Chicago club in New York supreme court for 3500 dollars alleging damages from a forfeiture related to the baseball season. The case reflects tensions within the league over scheduling and contracts between major clubs.

Chicago New York National League Club New York Supreme Court Chicago National League Club

Chicago Club Defends After Umpire Refuses Entrance

A disputed game between Ange enubs ended 7 to 0 after Umpire Johnstone barred Palo grounds entry. The summons was served on Charles Williames treasurer of the Chicago team at Brooklyn last Monday. President Murphy of the Chicago club said the suit is a joke but they will defend.

Johnstone Palo Grounds Chicago Charles Williames Brooklyn Murphy

Horton condemns indifference to missions at Freechurch gathering

Rev Dr Robert Forman Horton criticized church members for neglecting missionary work, noting thousands of Christians and ministers spending more on tobacco and dress than missions. He praised some efforts as surpassing acts of the apostles, and called Chinese martyrs a secret acknowledgment of Diocletian persecutions.

London Robert Forman Horton Piarres Agente

Political convention chaos and split results across counties

At Paris Illinois the Twenty second Trinois district Democratic convention split with Vermilion gaining control as credentials vanished and two delegates aligned with Willian Tinger. disputes echo through Peoria and Bloomington where Republican and Democratic selections produce contested ballots and nominations.

Paris Trinois Edgar Vermilion Eder County Edgar County Parseustor Willian T.inger Egguddgite Creorge W. Miler

Frightful havoc wrought at Chilitehua Mexico

A report from El Paso says 30 to 40 Mexican laborers and passengers were killed when a carload of dynamite exploded on the Mexican Central railway near Chilitehua. The blast damaged houses, blew bodies into the air, and cracked walls. Foremen from the United States are reported killed.

el Paso Vex Titfie Chilitehua Mexico

Stensland Seen in Pittsbure Before Eastward Move

Milwaukee Avenue State Bank of Chicago president Edward Stensland was spotted in Pittsbure yesterday and is believed to be headed east. Oscar Tolmer, a former close friend and mechanical engineer, saw him aboard a steam train at Union Station after two years apart.

Pittsbure Ave. P.paul Stensland Milwaukee Avenue State bank of Chiene@o East Stensloper Union Station Oscar Tolmer Stenshind

Inquest Finds Mrs Cragie Hobbes Oliver Hobbes Died

London inquest into the death of Mrs Cragie Glolm Oliver Hobbes returned a verdict of death from natural causes. The autopsy surgeon found heart muscle weakness but nothing else abnormal present, and concluded she died suddenly and painlessly.

London Cragie Glolm Oliver Hobbes Efe

Wellman Postpones Arctic Balloon Expedition

London dispatch cites Christiania telegrams reporting Walter Wellman, chief of the Chicago Record-Herald Arctic expedition, has abandoned plans to balloon to the North Pole this year due to late season conditions.

Wellman London Christiania Tao Usily Mail Spitzbergen Walter Wellman Chicago Record- Herald North Pote

Aged ex-postmaster killed by streetcar in Syracuse

Aged Milton L.H. Northrup, 66, former postmaster and longtime Syracuse Courier editor, died after being struck by a streetcar while riding a bicycle in Syracuse on August 16. He sustained injuries and died at a local hospital.

Wheeling Syracuse N.Y Milton LH. Northrup

Miners strike in Wales over nonunion labor strikes

Twenty six thousand miners at Abertillery Wales walk out protesting nonunion workers. Elsewhere a Brussels demonstration seeks shorter hours. A golf course opens near Saint Petersburg. Fire at Silley causes 20,000 damage. NY Republican committee calls state convention in Saratoga. Drownings occur on Monongahela near McKeesport. Cooperage concerns rise ahead of a Chicago trades meeting.

Abertiftery Wales Strick Podia Brussels Wolominegd St. Petersburg Silley New York Monongahela Meas McKeesport Tondon Aetors’ Association Promanent Cooners Chicago Cooperiucge Hinker

Coroner Aids In Jealousy Murder Verdict

Coroner and chief of police clash over fatal shooting at a restaurant where bartender Darrick O Neill, Prescott and Todd were present. Mary Jones fired a revolver from a doorway. coroner’s jury rules Podld was killed by the weapon she held, citing murder through jealousy while Podld died at the scene. Mary Jones held without bail as she awaits trial.

Deesdulr UL. Aueima Abert Duxton James Mary Jones Wheelier Darrick O'Neilh Prescott Todd Podld Hacklar

Food inspection halted meat served in NY crusade camp

A garbled report describes a New York crusade meal scene where artillery troops prepare dishes for a unit. An officer and an inspector examine a plate carried by Mirjor Yueger, finding the food not suitable for hump consumption amid camp life uncertainties.

Syadnetiedd Gil Mirjor Yueger Dir Mwlery Atul Sete

Fragmentary report from Theevrishturg TH on river incident

A garbled diary-like note describes an event near the Wabash River at Aton Covprel with mentions of a person named Trenry Chimibers and a monetary amount of S550. The text is incomplete and hard to parse but implies a food-related claim and a witness statement about activity along the river.

Theevrishturg Trenry Chimibers Wabash Aton Chattaliers Hvaiel White

Daily Journal delivery offer at 10 cents a week

The Daily Journal announces citywide delivery available for ten cents per week, inviting readers to sign up for convenient home delivery across all areas of the city.

the Daily Journal

Dre. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Advertisement

An 1800s style ad extols the benefits for housekeepers from Dre Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. It claims to support liver function, relieve constipation and biliousness, and improve digestion. Sold by druggists at 50c and 1.90 with a money back guarantee if it fails.

Democratic and Republican state conventions open in Dallas

At the Dallas Aug 1 Democratic state convention credentials and platform reports were not ready as the session began with a night meeting. Governors candidates were nominated amid adjournment concerns after a heat issue. Bryan was endorsed. In El Paso the Republican convention re elected Cecil Lyon and nominated a ticket headed by Carey A Grey for governor. Other states saw Democratic Populist and Socialist conventions meeting with Bryan favored platform, and nominations in Lincoln Nebraska and Norfolk. Various delegates and nominees were recorded with regional contention and attendance.

Dallas Tex Committee On Bryan EL Paso Cecil Lyon Shemman Elitorman Tr. Carey A. Grey Fannin County Lincoln Neh Ave Onlcl Silenberger Alma William HT. Jones Coofehton Willian T. Thompson Givindstand United States Popatiat Beias Netreska

Forty poisoned by impure cream at Traverhill beach

Four vendors sold cream at Traverhill Beach drawing about 4000 visitors from Newburyport and nearby. Six victims remain in serious condition including Edward O Connell Michael Ring Susie Thayer Jo ta Murphy Yvonne Adams and Flossie Siegel. Emergency crews from Newburyport South Seabrooke and surrounding towns assisted the ill.

Silishtry Beach Moss Aue Edward O' Connel Michael Ring Susie Thiayer Jota Murphy Traverhill Yvonne Adams Manchester N.te Sind Flossie Seigel Lawrence Lieverhill Iicinity Newburyport South Seabrooke

Interstate Commerce Commission Order on Freight Cars

An order from the Interstate Commerce Commission directs U S railroads to report by September 1, 100 the total freight cars owned and the number equipped with air brakes. The window is listed as Washington Nass reporting requirements.

Washington Interstate Commerce Commissioner United States

Former Globe National Bank president dies in hospital

Charles T. t olelex-president of the wrecked Globe National bank, released from jail in April after six years for embezzlement, died at St. Margaret's Hospital. He had tuberculosis and had lived quietly since his release.

Boston Aig Charles T. T Olelex Globe National Bank Whhas Thetoeen Field St. Margaret's Ihospitah Phe Hitgluun

Tufts professor’s son injured in cliff fall

James Warren Tufts of Clifton University is in critical condition with a fractured skull after reportedly falling about 60 feet from a cliff onto rocks near Mount Bunven. Fred Ti, son of Professor Daniel Tufts, is identified as involved.

Mousen Views All TV James Warren Tufts Fred Ti Professiy Daniel ‘Tufts Clifedge Diiversity

Peters' plea, Viaras and Prime Minister address crime

In a bid to quell unrest, key leaders including Peters and Viarsesiled spoke to subordinates and pledged to restore office order. The discussion centered on stabilizing governance and addressing property rights concerns amid ongoing debates over civic responsibility and reform.

Desolate incident leaves seven wounded in Wisconsi n mall melee

A garbled report from the Midwest describes a chaotic scene at a public area where seven people were wounded. Details on location and perpetrators are unclear, with names and precise circumstances not discernible. Authorities reportedly routed the suspect and are reviewing surveillance footage.

Scorls at Base Ball in Chicago and East Cities

A garbled 19th century box score style summary lists matches and results across multiple cities including Chicago New York Detroit and Boston with scores and venues such as Washington St Louis Minneapolis and Kansas City. The fragment references associations and numerous place names, dates, and teams in a dense, OCR-like listing.

Les Press Pitsburg Chicas Pirooklya Chasen Ptesis Deetus Gifladets Magia Feve Leu Phadedadia atMoston Cieiea Ou Boston New York

Kennedy Laxative Honey and Tar Advertisement Note

A historical notice promotes Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar for colds and stomach relief with no opiates, sold by all druggists. The copy urges using the original syrup and claims five days’ motive for eviction is unnecessary.

Kennedy

Excursion Rates for Des Plaines Camp Meeting

Excursion tickets to Des Plaines Illinois via the Chicago North Western line offered at reduced rates from July 17 to August 4 with return until August 6. Tickets available through Chicago & North Western Railway agents.

Carnival of Murder in Poland Shocks Warsaw

Warsaw endures a terrorist assault as bombs and revolvers unleash a brutal attack on police and troops. More than twenty killed and many wounded, including police sergeants and soldiers, with attackers largely escaping. Similar strikes hit Lodz Radom Vietslossk and Vlock as authorities recover.

Wolsk Warsaw Lodz Radom Vietslossk Vlock

Massacre in Warsaw Sparks Heavy Civil Unrest

Aug 16 dispatch reports violent clashes between revolutionists and police in Warsaw. Conspirators killed seventeen policemen and four gendarmes, wounded many others as soldiers fired on crowds. Attacks occurred in Ostrovskaia and Vorsevin streets. a Jewish merchant was killed in a store raid. Strikes, looting, and street fighting continued as infantry, dragoons, and Cossacks restored order.

Warsaw Priva Simudhanesttsky Ostrovskaia Street Vorsevin Nostray Duidlet Cholodena Street

Government to purchase silver at 66 cents per ounce

Washington Aug 1 The secretary of the treasury directed the mint to receive bids for silver and four bids were opened. It was announced that the government would purchase 66 cents per ounce for the silver goods from Peireeror dtaberts of the mint.

Washington Aug. l Treasury Peireeror Mint Ube

Excursion Rates to Expworth Grove Campmeeting

Excursion rates to Expworth Grove Illinois for a campmeeting on Northwestern line. Tickets sold at reduced rates August 7 through 19 with return by August 21. From August 9 to 19 trains will stop at camp grounds between Belvidere and Garden Prairie. On August 7 8 20 and 21 only trains 202 and 206 westbound and 201 and 205 eastbound will stop. Apply to agents Chicago Northwestern Railway.

Northwestern Line Camp Grounds Belvidere Garden Prairie Chicago & Northwestern R’v Dawtd

Awakening Proclaimed by Folk in Missouri Speech

Governor Joseph W Folk declares a moral awakening in America beginning now, urges end of lawlessness and privilege, and calls for legislators free from corporate and liquor interests. He predicts four years of policy turning toward equal rights and people governed by the will of the voters.

Warrensburg Joseph W. Folk America

Tuinnels Tunnel Company Launches Freight Service

Chicago dispatch reports Tuinnels Tunnel Company opening freight service after five years of planning and construction. The project connects four rail boards within the business district and runs a forty five mile tunnel beneath the city. Record runs in freight handling were achieved across plans for the forty big devices.

Chicago Tuinnels Tunnel Company Froyeht Anere Aire

Rumor on Tanganyika Rail Finance Ties

The Morning Post reports rumors on the stock exchange that Wink Leopold may finance the Tanganyika railway project or that Wing Leopold and J D Rockefeller may back the deal.

Piem Leopold & Rockefeller London Morning Post The Stock Exchange Wink Leopold Railares di Tanganyika Leopold DD. Rockefeller

Abe Attell Wins Featherweight Bout in Grand Rapids

Abe Attell the featherweight champion won the decision over Pinark Carsey at Shuffalo, New York, after fifteen rounds. The bout was hailed as a magnificent exhibition in the Mug sport by Grand Rapids reporters.

Abe Attell Grand Rapids Mich Aig Pinark Carsey Shuffalo Noy

Bryan in Railway Accident Near Poitiers

A train carrying William Bryan and his party suffered a derailment near Poitiers, causing a halt of about half an hour on the way to Madrid. No injuries reported and the journey resumed after the stoppage.

Bryan Tordeaux, Ave William Bryan Madrid Poitieres

Markets Report from Chicaga and Buffalo

Quotations on Chicago Board of Trade show November wheat at 2.87 1/8, 2.80s for leading months, cash sales unsettled with mixed weakness for wheat. Livestock markets in Buffalo note steady cattle and sheep receipts, with prices for prime steers and good to choice cows easing to steady levels. calves and hogs show variable demand and prices.

Chicago Board of Trade S.A Simpe CompeeTiy Esample Chicago Fesa

Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Advertises Cure

An 19th century style drug ad touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a safe pleasant cure for fear of death dyspepsia nervousness headache and bowel trouble. It promises brain cleansing blood purification and indigestion relief with a 50c price and optional 1.00 bottle. Money back if it fails.

Daily Journal Delivery Price

The Daily Journal offers citywide delivery for ten cents per week.

Softness of Sealskin and Newbro’s Herpicide Claim

The ad extols sealskin softness and gloss while asserting human hair is equally soft when healthy. It blames dandruff on a parasite and promotes Newbro's Herpicide as the sole remedy that kills the dandruff germ. It asserts dandruff causes hair loss and urges sending 10 cents in stamps to The Herpicide Co. in Detroit, Michigan.

Newbro Herpicide Herpicide Co Detroit Mich

Colorado Summer Trip via Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway

Promote a summer Colorado vacation on the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway. Encourages travel to the Rocky Mountains with low through-rail rates and excellent service on the St Paul Union Pacific line. Asks readers to contact agents or mail request to F A Miller in Chicago for a Colorado-California book sent for six cents postage.

Colorado Rocky Mountains St. Paul Union Pacific F. A. Miller Chicago California

Excursion Tickets to Beloit Fair Offer Reduced Rates

Excursion tickets to the Interstate Fair at Beloit Wisconsin via the North-Western Line sell at reduced rates from August 13 to 17 inclusive. Return until August 18 inclusive. Apply to agents Chicago and North Western Ry.

Excursion Tickets to National Encampment Offered

Excursion tickets to the National Encampment of the Sons of Veterans in Peoria will be sold August 19 and 20 via the Chicago and Northwestern Railway. Favorable return limits apply. Apply to agents of the Chicago Northwestern Railway.

Sons of Veterans Peoria Northwestern Chicago & Northwestern R Y

Excursion Tickets to Milwaukee on Northwestern Line

Excursion tickets to Milwaukee Wisconsin via the North-Western Line will be sold at reduced rates August 11 limited to return until August 18 inclusive on account Modern Woodmen Picnic. Apply to agents Chicago and North-Western Bay.

North-Western National Baptist Convention California Overland Limited New Salt Lake Los Angeles China & Japan San Francisco Chicago & North-Western R’y Milwaukee Wis

For Sale House at 235 N Galena Ave in Bargain

FOR SALE My residence at 235 N. Galena Ave, with modern conveniences steam heat bath rooms city water sewer and gas. With barn. Everything in first class condition. Will sell house with part or entire lot. Here is a grand opportunity for in bargain if taken at once, inquire of EQ J Dern 12dtt 44 Stephenson St.

N. Galena Ave Dern Stephenson St

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