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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1906
Page
1
Some shoppers prefer plated jewelry over solid gold and favor plated ware over Sterling silver. Visit our store to view the goods and learn prices. If we can’t please you, we’ll let someone else sell you, but only after you have inspected our goods.
Two three story brick buildings on Stephenson street for sale with strong rental income. Well located, occupied at adequate rentals, offering excellent return on investment. Prompt attention suggested. C.F. Heldretie.
Washington August 27. Though the new rate law is to take effect tomorrow its impact on freight rates will be delayed. Railroads show no intent to oppose enforcement but provisions require a complete overhaul of practices. Interpretations vary on several clauses and extensions may be granted for publishing schedules. The interstate commerce commission will need time to interpret the law and settle disputes with railroads before full operation.
Canada's great industrial exhibition opened with ceremonies as exhibitors grow to include Americans. New buildings cost 150000 and premiums exceed 45000. Livestock and art displays shine with dog and cat shows. Second Life Guards band from England plays. Attendance aims to top 700000, with sessions through September 10.
Missouri Governor Folk grants a respite to Mrs Agnes Meyer and her accomplice Frank Holtman awaiting execution for the murder of her husband. The stay until October 26 allows time for appeals to the United States court as attorneys pursue federal review.
Illinois fair tonight and Tuesday with warmest conditions in the north and central. Skies are expected to be sunny as the sun rose at 6 20 a m and will set at 6 42 p m.
Chicago reports closing board of trade quotes for wheat corn oats pork lard and ribs with futures at Dec wheat 74, Dec corn 73, Dec oats 305, Jan pork 18.26, Jan lard 7.95, Jan ribs 7.30. Union Stock Yard figures show cattle 26,000 steady to 10 lower, beeves 3.85 to 6.50, stockers feeders 2.40 to 4.30, hops 87,000 steady, mixed butchers 6.00 to 6.50, good heavy 6.10 to 6.45, rough heavy 6.00 to 6.50, light 6.00 to 6.53, sheep 21,000 weak lower, 3.50 to 5.60.
Lots in the Chas. E. Meyer's addition are selling fast with the promise of future profits. Buyers can pay a small amount down and finance the rest over a long period at low interest. Metzger and Wieman, agents, invite interested buyers to call at 110 Galena St to learn more.
Lost ten dollar bill found in a grocery store. Return to this office for reward.
Michael Corcoran a veteran flagman for the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railroad for thirty years and fourteen at the Stephenson street crossing died at his East Freeport home on Henderson street. Born in County Carlow Ireland on March 28 1884 he emigrated to the United States then moved to Freeport. He was married to Catherine Burns and survived by his wife four children Patrick of Rock Island Mrs Charles Bendall of Moline Mrs Charles Gorflo and Elizabeth Corcoran at home. Funeral from 84 Henderson street and St Marys church with pallbearers named Bernard Coyle Richard Sheridan Michael Root James Grace Robert Smith and James McGittrick.
Freeport prepares a sequence of historical organ recitals for fall and winter. Organist Reginald Martin will headline the first performance likely in September. Each event will feature master works, audience suggestions, vocal selections, and brief composer life notes, with offerings taken to cover expenses.
The article notes performances featuring Mendelssohn works and mentions a program being prepared. Full recital dates will be announced once the initial recital date is set.
Saturday night blaze at the Chicago and Northwestern ice house along the river near the depot required extensive hose work and multiple entrances through interwoven walls. Fire spread between inner and outer walls as sawdust and soft wood fed the flames, damaging the roof and shavings. Total loss estimated around $200.
A man returning home on Spring Street entered a strangers’ house by mistake and was chased by a large crowd through Chicago and Galena streets toward Moogh’s corner. Police intervened at Arcade Saloon, the man explained himself and was released unharmed.
New street cave ins from recent heavy rains plague police as lanterns line streets at night to prevent horses from falling in. Most incidents occur where sewer water or gas lines were installed recently, with a near-fatal event for a brewery team on Bentons Street near the Third Ward School. One horse was badly injured in the ditch fall.
Mr. Shaftstahl of Rockford arrived in the city this morning to begin duties as salesman at the Kimball piano store on Galena street J. Givant is retained as agent with full control of the branch store. Shaftstahl brings years of experience and is expected to prove valuable to the company.
The Eastern Star announces a business meeting scheduled for this evening. Members are urged to attend to discuss upcoming events and organizational matters.
The Freeport District Camp meeting association elected George S. Wagner of Orangeville as president and A. A. O'Kane of Polo as secretary. A new program committee structure was adopted to attract talent for the 1907 encampment, with major sermons by Bishop Oldham and Dr. Travelle r, drawing thousands to Lena.
Miss Ethel Terrell traveled to Rockford this morning to participate in the diamond badge oratorical contest conducted by the Woe BU.
The postponed serial of St Josephs Church will be held Wednesday evening at St Pius Hall. A good time is assured to all who will attend.
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