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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1908
Page
1
In Indianapolis a throng packed the Colosseum as William J. Bryan, Norman E. Mack, and party leaders accepted the Democratic nomination. Bryan argued for tariff reform, condemned monopolies, and outlined contrasts with Republican positions while pledging to push reforms listed in the party platform.
The first speaker Theo dore Bell of California chairman of the notification committee addressed the audience amid applause. John W. Kern, who followed, thanked the nominee and denounced Speaker Cannon’s power in the house while urging restraint and caution on tariff policy and party discipline.
William Jennings Bryan charged indifference in the Republican handling of the trusts during Kern’s address, eliciting long applause. He argued that the party’s platform lacks clear remedy, urged federal licensing for interstate corporations, and endorsed Democratic proposals to curb watered stock and large control by single firms.
The speaker denounces private monopolies as incompatible with economic and political freedom, arguing industrial independence is needed for political independence. He warns against workers being forced to support corporate masters at the ballot box, and notes the Nebraska orator’s victory applause. A brief interlude covered Bryan and Kern with Thomas R. Marshall, Democratic candidate for governor.
Cincinnati August 25 Judge Thompson rules the United States government prevails in a suit against royal distilleries to brand as Imitation whisky the rapid process product long sold as whisky. The case stems from the new pure law and featured Dr Wiley and other experts as witnesses for the government.
Chicago, Aug 24 George W Fitzgerald ex assistant teller in the United States subtreasury at Chicago was arrested on a state charge of stealing 178000 from funds under United States Assistant Treasurer Oldenweck. He was released on bond of 10000 and the case was continued until next Monday. Fitzgerald denies the charge.
Eugene W. Chafin asserts he will be inaugurated March 4 next year after winning the presidential election. He plans to urge Congress to legalize and abolish the current liquor framework in a sweeping prohibition program. He spoke in Minneapolis on August 2 amid calls for reform.
Hlavana August 25 reports the national convention of the Conservatives nominated General Mario Menocal for president and Rafael Montoro for vice president by acclamation. Menocal leads the veterans' association.
Maltese superstition centers on small snake shaped stones linked to St Paul shipwreck lore. Stones come in eye tongue liver and heart shapes and are worn as talismans or consumed dissolved in wine. Believers claim they ward off snake bites poisons and other dangers.
In Mattoon Illinois a new club scheme is alleged to use lockers and a private beer system to keep members within legal limits while supplying beer. Prominent residents organize the Coles County club with aims to promote social activity among members under state laws. Colonel Tan Kielit is named as a leading organizer.
The murder of Thomas Brady in a rear-room near Tenth and Washington streets shocks Springfield. George Forsythe, a junk dealer, found Brady dead from a head wound with an ax. Authorities suspect Sullivan, a former city official, while Mayor Reese orders saloons closed for nine days and shuts private clubs as a precaution.
A 27 year old man faced Justice Boyer in Livitas ton after a statement about working in hot weather. He claimed hot conditions hindered his duties and was ordered to prove his case, with the judge noting discipline and faith as factors in the decision.
A worker with a document bureau reports progress on a drilling project in Carlyle Wh Aug 24. After inspecting the hole, the superintendent ordered heavier machinery to reach a greater depth of about feet, as the company closes a contract with another concern.
A Balhord grain elevator owned by BLL Warner of Chenoa burned. The blaze destroyed about ten thousand bushels of oats and caused substantial damage. The incident occurred on June 25 in Thonineton, HH.
In St Paul August 25 the National convention of colored Elks opened at the city auditorium. Signs bearing If. and R. Association appeared at many restaurants and hotels prompting patrons to relocate. An arrangement with the Hotel and Restaurant Keepers association and the local lodge provided use of the auditorium in exchange for visitor instruction to avoid prohibited venues.
New York August 25 President Roosevelt advised the local committee in charge of the reception for the Olympic athletes that he will be glad to receive the team members at Sagamore Hill on August.
Chicago August 25 standings and daily scores across league play. Brooklyn beat Chicago 2-0 in Chicago. St Louis beat Boston 3-2. Cincinnati and Philadelphia split with Cincinnati winning 2-1. New York defeated Pittsburgh 4-1 in Pittsburgh. Boston beat Chicago 6-3 in Boston. Washington beat Detroit 2-1. Philadelphia beat Pittsburgh 7-4 in Philadelphia. St Louis beat New York 4-2 in New York. St Louis 12 New York 10 in a second game. Kansas City Indians 2-3. Milwaukee 15-3. St Paul Columbus 10-0. Minneapolis Toledo 6-8. Sioux City Des Moines 0-2. Denver Lincoln 1-0. Omaha 34 Pueblo 0 in second game.
Aug 25 Peter Sefried aged eighty five a German settler in White county died of heart disease at his home two miles north of Carn UK.
Advertisement notes Foley's Honey and Tar as a swift relief for hay fever and summer colds, promising immediate ease of breathing and healing of inflamed air passages. Claims the genuine product comes in a yellow package and lists H. J. Moogk and Wm. F. Jungkunz as sources or sellers.
The advertisement claims climate changes irritate the nose and cause catarrh and sneezing. Ely's Cream Balm, free of cocaine and mercury, ends coughing drip and nasal discharge, with worst cases improving in a short time. Available from druggists or by mail from Ely Bros in New York.
The Daily Journal announces delivery service to any part of the city for a ten cent weekly rate, enabling broad access to local news.
A mother in good health transmits strength to her child as Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound is praised for improving the female constitution. Testimonials from Mrs M Gilmer and Mrs Paul Oliver report recovery and healthy babies. The ad touts 30 years of proven use and urges sick women to try the remedy.
A New Orleans Times-Democrat piece quotes a jockey contrast two racing tricks. Legitimate methods promise gain while illegitimate ploys risk censure by causing rivals to swerve or finish left at the post. The piece notes risk and secrecy around both styles.
New York tour remark by Lady Yeadfort supports international marriages as balancing work habits. She notes Englishmen work too little and Americans too much, urging a happy middle. A humorous anecdote contrasts a rich man dead with a poor man alive to illustrate opportunities missed.
A surgeon's household is abuzz after three leg amputations in a week. Dorothy finds a daguerreotype of a girl with one leg, revealing the mother once had a child who lost a limb. The twist hints at a past connection between mother and the man.
An old age health warning notes that over sixty men commonly suffer kidney and bladder disorders linked to enlarged prostate. It praises Foley's Kidney Cure for correcting irregularities and cites a testimonial from Rodney Burnett of Rockport Missouri, age 91, who reports significant relief after two bottles.
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