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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1905
Page
2
The International Union issues a label to the Freeport Journal in recognition of the high level of craft union labor in its mechanical departments. The label signals adherence to union standards and support for organized labor within the publication.
Stephenson Camp No 65 Woodmen of the World held its first social last night for members, families and guests. The event opened with piano music and performances by a young ladies mandolin and guitar club, followed by an address on the order by F. G. Simmons deputy sovereign commander. Refreshments were served and social time enjoyed. The audience learned about Woodmen Circle, the ladies auxiliary now forming in the city. The camp, one of the city’s youngest, aims to host more social gatherings through fall and winter.
William M. Belding, longtime Freeport resident and former Liberty Street worker, is appointed general superintendent of building construction on the Panama Canal. The New Orleans Times-Democrat notes his prior role with Geo. B. Swift Co. and states he will leave for Panama today to assume duties September 1.
A brakeman on Illinois Central freight near Amboy stepped from the train to line switches and lost his right leg when the engine passed over it. He was taken to St Francis hospital in Freeport after emergency treatment and is expected to survive. His mother lives in Warren.
A ten day revival series starts this week Saturday at Kings Daughters Mission and Settlement home 40 Stephenson Street Holy holiness meeting at 3 pm and gospel service each day Evangelist D H Beker leads the services Everyone welcome Also a local ad for Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea 85 cents Tea or tablets by Joseph Emmert
Speakers urge forming young peoples societies to train children in missionary work. Mrs Warrington promotes Little Light Bearers and Kings Heralds with badges and mite boxes. Rev Davis preaches on salvation and soul rest. Rev Smith defends child Christian potential and urges organization. Various local pastors and attendees noted with camp activities and ongoing fundraising for a Missionary cottage.
Amusements page notes Big Hearted Jim starring George Klimt with a rugged Medicine Lodge sheriff plot. Two acts show a stockade yard and Indian outbreak dodging a fake marriage, kidnapping plot, and Trisha the heiress. Also announces Two Little Waifs at Grand on Wednesday and the return of Lincoln J Carter’s Two Little Waifs with a largely unchanged cast.
The Wiig Ladies' Aid Society of First Methodist plans a supper in the church parlors next Wednesday evening August 28 from five to nine. Admittance is twenty five cents. Picnic at Wise Farm Draws Thirty Guests. Bus Trip, Moonlight Return. Baseball and golf enjoyed by patrons. Eleven birthday celebration at Galen Fogel's Oak Street home with ice cream and cake for guests.
Yesterday at Taylor's park a chaotic baseball clash between Oshkosh and Freeport sparked angry exchanges among players managers and umpires. Umpire Diamond's calls led to protests as Moriarity defended his position while Beebe and other players faltered. Freeport won as Oshkosh struggled with pitching and fielding during a game marked by hostile crowd reactions and formal disputes.
In LaCrosse on August 17 Green Bay defeated Beloit 7 to 0 in the opener while the second game went 14 innings with Hawley delivering the decisive hit as Green Bay built a solid lead in the race for second place. Beloit and Oshkosh struggle to keep pace.
Beloit defeated Wausau 28 to 9 in the third game of the series amid errors. Batteries Gasper and Matt for Beloit. Aiken Buckwalter for Wausau. Date Aug 17. City Beloit Wis.
The Freeport and Beloit Knights of Columbus base teams meet at Taylor's Park on Tuesday August 22 with a season split of three games. Beloit won 4 2 in the final game while Freeport lost 3 5 earlier and edged Beloit 4 3 in twelve innings. Proceeds go to Al Agnes guild.
Mrs Caroline Zimmer an aged and respected Freeport resident died this morning at 9 30 at her daughter’s home after a year long illness of complications. She was born September 17 1827 in Hanover Germany and emigrated to America in 1854 with her husband. Survived by four children Oliver Matilda Kraft Emma Wagner and Louise Botdorf the funeral will be held Sunday at 4 pm from Mrs Kraft’s home with Rev Ernst Traeger officiating.
An advertisement touts Hyomei as the sole cure for hay fever, claiming it creates a home climate, relieves sneezing and watery eyes, and saves travel costs. The complete outfit costs 1 dollar with extra bottles, and a refund offer is noted. Mention of women’s church societies preparing cottages for a camping event follows.
Rockford reports claim contractor G Matiioli leads completion of the Masonic temple in Freeport after a dispute with Rockford builders. Charles W. Ferguson, mattoioli’s attorney, says issues arose when building committee members were away. orders to govern balances and finish work were issued. Foreman’s letter from Freeport confirms continued work with Dr Fair and committee members on site. Remaining finishing work valued around 700 dollars. Court action possible, but no worry from Matiioli and counsel. Also includes a promotional note for Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin and sale by local merchants.
Rental right. I offer an eight room house with all modern improvements in a good location on Liberty Street East Front. Inquire at once. I also have a in good run-about in food condition for sale, rubber tires.
A telegram from a Wisconsin railroad seeks six operators and offers evening classes at Freeport College of Telegraphy. Qualify for pleasant work, good pay, and guaranteed positions soon as qualified. Call or write to the 8rd floor Ries building for details.
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