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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1906
Page
7
Train timetable snippet lists arrivals and departures across multiple routes. Fort Dodge Express, Omaha St Paul Limited, Dubuque Express, Decatur Express and Madison District services appear with morning and evening times, some coach only notes and local mail schedules.
A dated railroad timetable fragment lists east and west bound train numbers, parlor car and buffet service details, and connections. It notes No. 202 and 204 coach and parlor services with various connections at Rockford, Beloit, Janesville, Milwaukee, and Madison, plus other train connections and an agent credit to John F. Daly.
Rock Island to Freeport passenger service departs 7:85 pm and 6:45 pm with freight and passenger connections to Mt. Carroll and Freeport. No. 683 runs west to Rock Island Davenport and Chicago Milwaukee connections noted. No. 10 leaves Rock Island 7 am, arrives Milwaukee 3:10 pm, linking Janesville Madison Kansas City Omaha Cedar Rapids and North South Dakota. J B Sweatt, Agent.
Chicago Great Western Rail line timetable lists trains leaving South Freeport eastbound and westbound with numbers 1 4 6 5 and 3 18 plus Dubuque and St Paul Minneapolis routes. Stage connections from Brewster house list east and west departures. Baggage checked through to destination. J F Lacy agent and J P Elmer G P A St Paul Minn. Forreston departures east arrives 1 20 pm west 10 20 pm.
On the North Western Line goods will be sold August 12 13 and 14 with favorable return limits on account of Grand Aerie Fraternal Order of Eagles. Apply to agents Chicago North Western Ry. 7 25d w8 14.
A sermon summary reviews Luke chapters on stewardship and future judgment, urging humble repentance and faith. It contrasts the rich and poor, notes the trials of following Christ, and emphasizes persevering prayer and God’s deliverance. The truly righteous seek mercy, acknowledge sin, and accept God’s provided righteousness through Christ.
Joe Jefferson story of a stage rehearsal ends with a witty line about the sun and moon. Aluminum prices have doubled in five years with rising European production and several companies reporting high annual outputs in Europe and North America.
Freeport resident Dc J Murray of 47 Iroquois St testifies Doan's Kidney Pills cured his back pain and kidney issues since 1897. He reiterates public endorsement and recommends the remedy, noting lasting relief. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as U.S. agents.
The article outlines a recurring transport plan from White School House to Oakland Cemetery on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays. It specifies departure and return times, ticket details, and a shift from automobile to streetcar and bus service. Tickets are sold by Owen T. Smith at the Freeport Water Company office behind the First National Bank.
An advertising blurb promotes Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar as a non opiate cough remedy that moves the bowels. It notes that nearly all other cough cures are constipating and urges purchase at all drug stores.
At Burrell S The Cash Grocers 119 Steplenese St offers best oil with Perfection 8 cents per gallon. Limited stock available as fuel markets update with low prices and steady supply through local storefronts.
A court case discusses a woman’s tattooed will on a man’s chest and a similar claim by Rider Haggard. The deceased Mexica figure’s relatives opposed interment, while a miscreant named Monecke prompted vindication. The court ordered a copy of the “human document” with attested representation in front of witnesses.
A Chicago man dies from heart trouble and a noted claim blames indigestion as the common cause. The advertisement promotes Dr Caldwell's Lunative Syrup Pepsin as a cure, arguing stomach pressure affects the heart and pledging relief or money back. Sold by druggists at 50 cents and one dollar.
A publisher’s clerk leaves a “Boy Wanted” sign outside. A freckled red headed youth climbs to the publisher’s office with the sign and asks why it was hung. The clerk admits. The boy then reveals he is the very boy the sign seeks, exposing the mistake.
A promotional piece extols breakfast as the key to cheerful living and productive work. It argues a healthy stomach improves mind and mood, warns against overindulgence, and recommends Kodol For Dyspepsia after meals, noting it is sold by all druggists.
Excursion tickets to Ghautau via the Northwestern line will be sold at reduced rates in two cases August 18 and 29, with return validity until September 2 inclusive. Tickets apply through agents of Chicago and Northwestern Railway.
Tickets priced at 22 dollars for round trip from Chicago to New York and back via the Lake Shore. On sale August 26 and 29 with return validity through September 4. For full details contact M. S. Giles I. P. A. Chicago. W. J. Lynch Passenger Traffic Manager Chicago.
Excursion tickets offered at a single fare for round trip August 19 20 21 with return allowed through August 23 for the Republican State Convention. Tickets available via Chicago & North Western agents.
Very Low Excursion Rates for Denver Colorado Springs and Pueblo via the North Western Line in effect from all stations Sept 19 to 22 inclusive with favorable return limits on account of Pike's Peak Centennial Celebration. For full information apply to agents Chicago and North Western Railway. 8-10 dwlu-22
The Daily Journal announces its delivery to any part of the city for sixteen cents per week. This notice highlights affordable home delivery options and broad reach within the urban area.
Christian Endeavor weekly devotional by Rev. S. H. Doyle surveys Phariseeism from Luke chapters. It describes Pharisee traits such as formalism pride and bigotry, contrasts with Christ’s spirit, and warns believers to guard against ritualism while stressing genuine love of God and humility.
A New York Sun letter from 1905 describes a Harlem elevated train rush hour scene where a rail guard diffuses tension with courtesy. The stranger learns about the city and departs noting the guard wears a small silver Christian Endeavor pin, left with a positive impression.
In the British Convention Herald of Leeds a Swatow based missionary notes the English Presbyterian mission in South China designates an Endeavorers' corner far from the Swatow center. A minister and his wife, plus a doctor and spouse, already work there beside a recently opened hospital showcasing Endeavorers fundraising. Across the Chittoor union in India, Endeavorers preached to 2,330 people in 73 places over eight months and funded a sustained evangelist.
A Concresationalist reflection critiques the movement's drift from its original motto Por Christ and the Church and urges leaders to keep the goal in view. It calls for reinterpretation to meet today’s Christian organizational needs and to make the nest quarter century more fruitful than the last.
Bishop Hasse, president of the British Christian Endeavor union, visited four English cathedral cities and found Christian Endeavor flourishing in each. The name Alahabad, meaning the cry of God, has been chosen for the movement's headquarters in India.
A fragmentary note cites Von Ogden Vost praising visions and missions as intriguing. The incomplete text hints at a broader discussion on interest and purpose, leaving readers with a prompt to seek fuller context.
Stow babies tears claim Ninety percent of baby troubles stem from disordered stomachs and bowels. A few doses of Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin digests curded milk relieves fever and pain. Harmless to mother or child with teething relief. Sold by druggists at tvc and $1.00 with money back if it fails.
F. J. Burdett, piano tuner, announces new service orders taken at Brown Dollmeyer store or by phone. Local clients may arrange tuning visits or call for appointments.
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