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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1907
Page
2
A published label notes that the Freeport Journal bears the International Typo recognition mark for its graphical work rather than any assertion about employing union labor in its mechanical departments.
Excelsior Lodge 67 meets on the first and third Fridays monthly. Evergreen Lodge 170 meets on the first and third Mondays. Freeport Chapter 93 A A M holds stated convocations on the first and fourth Tuesdays. Freeport Council 90 R and SM meets on the ninth Tuesday each month. Freeport Commandery 7 KT holds stated conclaves on the first and third Wednesdays.
Notice to subscribers of the Journal informing readers vacationing away from the city may have their paper forwarded by leaving a forwarding address at the office. Call phone 25, either system, to set up and change addresses as desired without charge. The notice notes that half the vacation pleasure is reading happenings at home.
Busy day of travel and visits as Mrs. J. N. Bailey, Mrs. Greer, Miss Nesbit, and many others journey between Orangeville Freeport Shannon Lena Chicago Bloomington Madison Dav enport Joliet and other spots. Notables include Rev C W McCaskill Judge C E Heard and families spending time with relatives and at camps and millinery openings.
Oakdale camp hosts evangelistic meetings led by Rev. C N Dubs from China and Rev H V Summers, with emphasis on missionary outreach in China. Addresses, songs, and lectures discuss heathenism, opium lore, women’s roles, and the need for prayers and funding. Speakers note China’s changes and urge support for foreign missions and evangelization efforts.
The Lincoln Temperance chautauqua drew a larger audience than the previous night. Mrs. Hebdon gave a brief address followed by stereopticon views. A male quartet performed at the end. Today is old soldiers' day. John Hector, "Black Knight," spoke at 2 30 on Slavery Past and Slavery of Today.
Advertises Hall's Catarrh Cure and Hall's Family Pills claiming to restore the Eustachian tube and cure deafness caused by catarrh. Offers a $100 reward for any case of deafness from catarrh not cured by the remedy. Includes Toledo address and pharmacist distribution.
Mrs. Bentley Mrs. Douglas and Mrs. Oyler brought a cheerful morning visit to Globe park for the Fresh Air program. A graph ophone concert entertained the Freeport campers with John Kean singing three numbers and the others joining in. The public is invited to support the boys and visit the camp.
A health notice warns that more than half of men over sixty suffer kidney and bladder disorders linked to enlarged prostate. It urges early use of Foley's Kidney Cure which reportedly corrects irregularities. Testimony includes Rodney Burnett of Rockport Missouri, age 91, who says two bottles improved his condition after years of trouble.
A Lena camp meeting marked by strong leadership from presiding elder and Rev Loofbourrow draws praise for improved organization and comfort. Dr Elliot spoke on The Larger Life, and Rev Moore preached on grace. Epworth League met on Main Street as camp notes report raised entrance fees and lively Junior League events.
The Grand opera house presents Lem B. Parker new drama based on Mary J. Holmes novel Tempest and Sunshine. Stars Marie De Beau and Ruth Raynor headline the production for W. F. Mann and an enthusiastic audience tonight.
The excerpt emphasizes that the work contains all elements necessary for a successful play and has received original treatment by its author, suggesting strong creative integrity and stage potential.
An enthusiastic Tremont audience last evening welcomed a Windy City style production named The Time the Place and the Girl. The Boston Journal notes the show arrives at the Grand Opera house next Monday night and teases its Packingtown trademark appeal.
Si Plunkard starred at the Grand last night with a remodeled show praised for wit and country life flavor. Arletta Lewis as Little Clover, J C Lewis as Si Marion Lewis Dora, and E G Minnes as Thad deliver standout performances. The threshing scene in act three is notably well done and the cast moves smoothly.
Beautiful Riverside Park hosts a bustling encampment with cottages opened, trees fresh, and lush grounds. Rev W B Rilling opens camp meeting at 7 30 pm with district ministers attending. schedule lists 6 am rising bell to 7 30 pm evangelistic services including German sermons and children's meetings. Carl Ennenga named janitor to keep apiarious tabernacle in order. transport lines provide easy park access for daily attendance.
A dance will be held at Florence Station a week from tomorrow night with numerous Freeport residents anticipated to attend.
Warning about Foley's Kidney Cure and its alleged universal effectiveness against kidney and bladder diseases. The ad cites H J Moogk and Wm KF Jungkuz as endorsers and urges immediate use to avoid blame for results.
The Ladies Aid Society of the First English Lutheran Church hosts a land fete on the church lawn this Friday evening August 30. All are invited and asked to bring a friend.
John McVenn, a longtime Winslow resident born in Dundas Canada July 5 1828, died at 84 after a brief illness. He moved to Winslow in 1868, worked in harness making, supported prohibition, and was a devoted husband and father. Funeral was held Friday with Rev Dennis officiating. interment at Rock Lily Cemetery.
Bracelets and newGent' Seat and signe Hirgs arrive at Bengston's corner jewelry store with fresh styles. Item priced at $17,00.
M. T. Lynch, editor of the Phillipsburg Daily Post, praises Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and colds in his family, saying it is exceptionally good. H. J. Moogh, Wm. F. Jungkunz.
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