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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1907

Page

7

Oakdale Campers at Annual Feast Reflect Spiritual Focus

Rev. T. R. Smith of Polo delivers opening sermon on II Corinthians 4 18 urging focus on eternal truths. Oakdale campers fill tents and hotels with a spirit of worship as Rev. Knapp and Rev. C G Anangst lead morning prayers and sermons. South Dakota visitors join, a large prayer tent rises, and meals support the gathering with community generosity.

Oakdale Amos Yordy E. Y. Knapp Chadwick Ill T. R. Smith Polo Paul Corinth Jesus God Smith Damascus Knapp Fair Haven H. V. Summers Ohio South Dakota Joel Fry Sioux Falls K. A. Long Oregon

Camp meeting at Lena grows with lectures and plans

The Lena camp grounds see rising attendance and new energy as Dr. Herbert sermon and Dr. Ladd stereopticon talk draw crowds. A Sunday program lists sermons, love feasts, and Epworth league events led by Rev. Holloway and Dr. Patterson. Officers are elected: Wagner president, Parkinson and Schling vice presidents, Frey secretary, Fate treasurer.

Lena Herbert Epworth Herald Epworth League R. L. Griffith Home Missionary Society C. W. Fowler Chicago Tabernacle Dr. Ladd India Patterson Ladd J. L. Ladd Elliot Alexander Patterson B. C. Holloway N. H. Axtell Evanston Camp Meeting Association Porter Elizabeth Missionary Cottage Lizzie RR. G. Shunway Polo G. W. Thomas George Wagner I. W. Parkinson W. W. Schling George Frey R. E. Fate J. H. Shank H. 5S. Diestelmeyer R. G. Shumway W. Hoefer Freeport

Men Past Sixty in Danger Kidney Disease Claims

A medical patent claim warns that over sixty men risk kidney and bladder disorders due to breast gland enlargement and urges Foley's Kidney Cure. A testimonial from Rodney Burnett of Rockport Missouri cites relief after two bottles at age 91.

Foley Rodney , Burnett Rockport H. J. Moogk Wm. F. Jurgkunz

Baptist and Methodist Excursion Aboard Steamer J S

The Baptist and Methodist groups plan a trip August 19 aboard the steamer J S from Savanna to Dubuque. Boat departs Savanna at 9:80 PM. Round trip fare listed as 7éc, 8-10d8-19.

J. S Savanna Dubuque

Freeport Drops Doubleheader to Wausau in Icier Weekend

In Friday games Freeport swept the doubleheader against Wausau, with scores 4 to 8 in the opener and 3 to 2 in the nightcap. Wausau also beat Freeport in the Wednesday and Friday afternoon games, while LaCrosse defeated Oshkosh 1 to 0 and Eau Claire topped Green Bay 6 to 3 and Madison beat Fond du Lac 6 to 4.

L Pet. Freeport Ausan Ween Ee la Crosse Eeeene Eau Claire Oshkosh Eee Eeene Green Bath Madison Beneneens Fond U Lac Freeport Wausau LaCrosse Oshkosh Fond du Jac Green Bay

Two-Game Baseball Duel Ends With Injuries and Close Loss

Freeport and Wausa split a doubleheader with intense play and injuries. Pitcher Scott dominated in the opener, allowing a single run in sixth, while Balliett left early due to injury in the second game and Miller replaced him. Ireland later doubled in the ninth but Balnett held the line as Freeport edged Wausa for a victory before a tired crowd.

Wausau Freeport Edward’ Scott Taylor's Park Jack Warhop Kroy Warhop Stark Chase Hille McCauley Schoonhoven Canners Delvin Fiske Ives Ireland Barlow Brady Pierce Disch Mit Scor Ing Ives Freefiort Balnett Wausa Newhouse West Scott Balliett Miller Isch A . Bane A. i A. F. Ireland Iske Ake Disch C AB. Roh Roy Kirst Bouble Warho Uv Disch Revere Merce Ain Campbell Ib " Miller Tyves

La Crosse Edges Oshkosh 1–0 in Wisconsin Game

La Crosse beat Oshkosh 1 to 0 at La Crosse today with Bailies and Lewis strong in the box. George Reitz led batting honors as La Crosse tallied a single score. Batteries Bailies KilIan Lewis Warren.

Ral

Fond du Lac Defeats Madison in Ninth Inning Collapse

Fond du Lac defeated Madison 6 to 0 as Sullivan scuffled in the ninth allowing two runs before Ed Smith relieved and retired the side. The line score shows Fond du Lac six Madison zero with Sullivan pitching for Madison and Tuunbar and Isaacs handling defense.

Fond du Lac Madison Wis Sullivan Ed Smith

Freeport Tunneling into Mexican Mesa Rica Mine

The Mesa Rica gold mine in Sonora Mexico is being developed by Freeport investors led by A Tanner of Milwaukee. The company holds 210 acres mineral rights and 36 square miles surface rights with Mexican authorities owning subsurface rights.

Freeport United States Sonora Mexico Stephenson County Mesa Rica A. #. Tanner Milwaukee Inas Garcia Jose Garcia California Worley Teopari Tanner A. G. Frick Sahuaripa Hermocillo Mesa Rita Tuo

Freak Vine Sparks Curiosity on Chestnut Street

Arthur o. Richards reports a Freak grape vine along Chestnut street. The EC looks like an ordinary vine at first glance but reveals unusually large leaves upon close inspection. One leaf measures twelve inches across and fourteen inches long.

Arthur O. Richards Chestnut Street

Gorina Laxative Syrup Sold With Money Back Guarantee

Advertisement for Gorina Laxative Fruit Syrup promises a positive guarantee to cure constipation sick headache stomach trouble or indigestion. If it fails the manufacturers refund your money. H J Moogk Wo F Jung Kung.

H. J. Moogk Wo. F. Jung- Kung

Moll Reverses Forfeit Decision In Freeport Game

President Charles F Moll overruled a forfeited game ruling by the umpire after Wausau failed to appear. The Wednesday morning match will not stand and cannot be counted for Freeport, despite league forfeiture rules. Local sentiment calls the ruling queer.

Moll Freeport Charles F. Moll Wausan Wausau

Web Footers Return for Three-Game Run with Camera

Gwin leads Fond du Lac crew in a three game stretch joining the Camera squad. The group trots to local venues for a series of contests amid a busy schedule and fan interest.

Gwin Fond du Lac

Moving pictures at Majestic showcase Harlequin tale

Beginning tomorrow and continuing Monday and Tuesday the Majestic presents a 1344 foot film in two reels about Harlequin and his automaton sweetheart. A rich prince and a distant castle frame the drama with the food Fairy aiding Harlequin. The finale promises beauty and wide appeal for both children and adults.

the Majestic Harlequin Freeport

Funeral resolutions honor late railway brother Fred Connors

The Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen mourns Fred P. Connors a faithful railroad employee and devoted helper. The resolution drapes the charter in mourning for thirty days and extends heartfelt sympathy to his mother and family with publication in daily papers. Committee members Q J Phillips W Wisdom H H Garland sign the notice.

Fred P. Connors Brotherhood of Q. J. Phillips W. P. Wisdom H. H. Garland

Farewell Party for Mrs Cromer Before Dayton Move

Mrs A J Scherf hosted about twenty ladies at 827 Pleasant Street in a farewell for Mrs S S Cromer who departs soon for Dayton Ohio with Mr and Mrs Cromer planning their new home there. The guests presented a set of Haviland plates to Mrs Cromer.

A. J. Scherf Pleasant Street S. S. Cromer Dayton

Deafness Cured Only by Constitutional Remedies

An advertisement argues deafness stems from inflammation of the Eustachian tube mucous lining. It claims local applications fail and offers $100 for any catarrh deafness cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Bend for circulars from F.J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio. product sold by druggists. Wall's Family Pills for constipation is advertised.

Hall F.J. Cheney & CO Toledo Wall

Boys' Meeting at Y M C A Auditorium

The regular Sunday boys meeting will be held tomorrow at 2 30 PM in the Y M C A auditorium. Mr Smedley will address the boys and discuss highlights from his trip to the Jamestown exposition and the Virginia mountains.

Otsego Journal Endorses Dr King’s New Discovery

The Otsego Journal Gilbertsville N Y editor William M Dietz endorses Dr King’s New Discovery as the popular cure for coughs colds and lung and throat diseases. He guarantees customer satisfaction through pharmacist Joseph Emmert with a 50 cent to 1 dollar price and a free trial bottle offer.

Otsego County Wm. M. Dietz Otsego Gilbertsville N. Y Joseph Emmert

Sauengerband Family Picnic Set for Forest Park

Invitations issued for the Sauengerband family picnic to be held at Forest Park. The event is scheduled for a week from tomorrow on August 2.

Sauengerband Forest Park

Hay Fever Relief Advice From Foley’s Honey and Tar

Advertisement promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar as quick relief for hay fever and summer colds with claims of stopping difficult breathing and healing inflamed air passages. The genuine product is in a yellow package and lists H. J. Moogk, Wm. BK, Jungkunz as endorsers.

Foley H. J. Moogk Wm. BK Jungkunz

Rockford Interurban Excursion to Forest City Resorts

The Rockford and Interurban Ry runs an Aug 20 excursion from Freeport to and along the Rock River aboard the Iliness palatial steamer. Departs 3:00 p.m. from Mulberry dock Rockford for a 55 mile round trip via trolley and boat to notable river residences and resorts. For details call Wim Neese, 17d8t.

Rockford & Interurban Ry Freeport Rock River Dock Landing Mulberry S Rockford Forest City Ste Wim, Neese

Oxfords on Sale at Schmidt Wachlip Pfleitfer

Men's Oxfords in all styles marked four dollar and eighty cent values are offered at two dollars and fifty nine cents. This sale by Schmidt Wachlip Pfleitfer's highlights substantial savings and broad selection.

Schmidt, Wachlip & Pfleitfer Sud

Daily Journal Delivery Ad Promises Citywide Service

The Daily Journal announces home delivery to every city area for a weekly ten cent rate, inviting readers to subscribe and enjoy full newspaper access.

Corn Frost Risk Drives Urgent Harvest in August

Weather prophet warns late August frost threatens corn. Forecasts detail warm and cool waves moving east across the U.S. with frost chances especially on September 21 for late corn. He cites drought risks from Texas to the Mississippi and predicts the 1807 corn harvest hinges on August 18–27 conditions.

W.T. Foster P.O Box XI Washington, D. C Washington, D.C Continent Pacific Coast Rockies Country Great Central Valleys Eastern States Rockies Great Central Atlantic Texas Chicago

Regular as the Sun Dr King’s New Life Pills ad

An old time slogan promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a supreme regular performance like sunrise and sunset. Joseph Rae mert, a druggist,保証s the remedy with a two cent price.

Dr. King Joseph Raemert

Notices to settle debts after firm change Hollister and Barrett

All those indebted to Hollister and Barrett are asked to call at the store to settle accounts and all holders of bills against the firm should present them. The change in partnership makes prompt settlement necessary.

Hollister & Barrett

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