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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1907
Page
4
The Rev. Joseph Fort Newton of Dixon has been reappointed chaplain of the Illinois Elks association by president John J. Faulkner. Newton had not expected a renewed term and the unsolicited offer is noted with appreciation.
Willian Kaste Sr. the veteran photographer, lies at his daughter's home in East Freeport awaiting death due to old age and brain concussion. At nearly 80, he has lived in Freeport for forty years and is kept under care at 22 East Jackson Street, East Freeport, as his condition worsens.
Miss Bernice Hart, age 8, is on the sick list at her home on State street. Mrs. Koenig, mother of William and Frank Koenig, is rapidly sinking and family members have been summoned to her bedside. Mrs. Koenig is past her eightieth year.
The Fraternal Tribunes Lodge No 99 will hold a picnic at Highland Park on Thursday afternoon and evening, August 29. All Tribunes are urged to attend and bring baskets with good things for the occasion. A good time is promised.
S. L. Friedley, proprietor of the Brewster house, is confined to his rooms with stomach trouble that seems prevalent citywide. He fell ill last evening but was reported better this morning.
Shrine members intending to attend the Sept 1 picnic near Rockford should contact Dr. Charles Snyder or Jacob Boehner to obtain full details of arrangements.
Mrs Al Scheidt left for Chicago this morning after the death of her grandmother yesterday. The funeral will be held tomorrow with interment likely at Joliat.
Hannah Haas conveys ten acres in section 28 Rock Grove township to George M. Haas for 70 dollars. Orlando B. Bidwell transfers lot 2 block 4 Arcade addition to Louis H. Burrell for 150 dollars.
Elmer C. Steuber and Miss Mil dred K. Albertus, both of Prairie du Lac Wisconsin, were married in Freeport Tuesday afternoon by Rev. J. C. Schmidt pastor of Trinity church.
A fine program will be presented at the Grand Opera house on Friday evening. The event benefits the Settlement Home with admission for reserved seats 50 cents, balcony 35 cents, and children 25 cents.
Tonight at St Pius hall the St Aloysius society presents Out in the Streets after thorough rehearsal. The performance promises polished acting and stage craft from church group members.
Smith D Atkins camp Sons of Veterans will hold a meeting this evening to organize the fall recruitment drive for new members and troops. The session aims to outline plans and assign tasks for the upcoming campaign.
Notices announce Mrs. Haddie Wise Bigelow starting fall music classes in September. A Division No. 290 GIA meeting is planned for tomorrow afternoon. Invitations go out for St Margaret guild dance at Lexington hall on Wednesday August 28. Western Star encampment IOOF No. 2% holds a regular meeting this evening with Golden Rule degree for two candidates. W H M S Embury church meets with Mrs Linder on State street Wednesday Aug 28 at 8 pm. attendance urged. Elk baseball trip to Dixon Wednesday Aug 28 departs 10 pm via Illinois Central. Volunteers of America hold open air meetings at Stephenson and Van Buren led by R Spohn. three-quarters hour talk on Saturday. Freeport College of Commerce notes recent job placements among students and a growing demand for office help, with the college preparing to train more for openings next year.
A surprise noon ceremony at the Hollister home on upper Stephenson street joined Miss Mae L. Hollister and Oren B. Smith. Rev. H L Moore officiated as relatives and friends, including Frank Coatsworth of Omaha and Mrs A V Hart of Rochester, witnessed the event. After a brief reception, the couple departed for an eastward honeymoon and will reside in Grundy Centre Iowa after Sept 25.
The Germania society will open the season with a dance and card party on Thursday evening this week. Cards start at 8 30 and dancing at 9 o'clock.
From Our Own Correspondent Davis Illinois August 26 school will begin September 3. The Missionary feast at Epplyanna is planned for September 1. The Harmount family Uncle Tom's Cabin company plays in Davis next Wednesday night August 28 under a large waterproof tent south of Mrs William McHees house with a free band concert before the show. The Mystic picnic will be held September 12. The Davis band drew a large crowd. weather hurt ice cream sales though people enjoyed the music and Mr Kramer of the Freeport band also played. WCTU meets at Mrs Frank Alberstetts home August 29 at 2:30 pm. Miss Musser county superintendent will attend for officers election. Anyone wishing to join welcomed. Ira Allen oversees carpentry on the Wm Kanne house.
An old expression frames a medical ad for Dr King’s New Life Pills. The copy claims the sun’s daily cycle is rivaled by the liver and bowels when regulated by the pills. Guaranteed by Joseph Emmert, a druggist, at 25 cents.
One year old fine collie dox. Rent three large furnished rooms on ground floor for housekeeping. Near the courthouse. Enquire F Journaloffice. s8-27diw
An old notice lists upcoming community events and gatherings. Among the items are an Old Settlers' picnic at Sedat' pile, a Maranet's guild dance at Lexington Hall in August, a Daughters' board of manners event at Grand Opera House, and a Freeport College of Commerce open date in Font. 8. Eastern Star memorial services are set for 3 p.m. at the Masonic Temple.
A fragmented listing of items and features including Poor Relation and The Cow Puncher, Thoroughbred Tramp and The Royal Chef, Choir Singer and Volunteer Organist, Toyland and Country Kid, Berry’s Minstrels, Under Southern Skies, Our New Minister, Nettia the Wait, and My Wife’s Family as cataloged in a local newspaper page.
Judge Clarity selects “The Relation of the United States to the Other Countries of the World” as the essay subject for the William E. Mason scholarships. Entries must reach Judge Clarity by September 10.
The L N T club holds a meeting this evening at the YMCA parlors. Supper will be served at 6 30 o clock.
Earl Martin of McConnell has gone to Kansas where he will teach school the coming year.
Ek Rainds, superintendent, outlines school opening details. Schools begin Tuesday September 3 at 8 30 a m. Office hours in library building afternoons for pupil examinations, classification, and preliminary business. Children aged six before January 24 may enroll this semester if they come in September or October. Parents urged to buy books now from lists provided to stores and avoid writing names in books without teacher approval.
Reader testimonial reports kidney and bladder issues in men over sixty, claiming Foley's Kidney Cure fixes irregularities and helps older patients. Rodney Burnett of Rockport Missouri says two bottles improved his enlarged prostate and kidney trouble, while noting his 91 years.
In the high school building the principal will hold consultative office hours Thursday and Friday afternoons this week. Seniors and Juniors are asked to come Thursday afternoon while Sophomores and Freshmen should come Friday afternoon. Ley Wausauens LL A Fulwider, Principal.
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