This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 26 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1908
Page
8
Associated Press dispatch from Utica New York August 27 reports Republican Vice Presidential candidate Sherman addressing the Oneida Veterans association. He argued for a larger army and navy as the bedrock guarantee for peace, stating military strength would deter aggression in world affairs.
Visitors from across Illinois gather for the fiftieth anniversary celebration in Freeport. Notables include Jonathan Hiestand of Mt Morris, Br. F Shaw editor of the Dixon Telegraph, and Col Edward Sterling of Huron. Attendees arrive by train and bus, with remarks on patriotism and historic remembrance.
Louis Denekas, a Klausen farm worker, rode a top buggy home from a night out when a windblown paper spooked the horse near Grant brick yard. The buggy crashed into a ditch, but the driver escaped with only a severe scratch and shock, aided by A. B. Haney and a visitor.
Fred Burkhart a machinist at the Illinois Central shops was painfully injured yesterday when iron filings lodged in his right eye He will be unable to return to work for several days.
Mrs. M. M. Davison of 379 Gifford Ave San Jose California proclaims Electric Bitters a superior general remedy for headache digestive upset and liver and bowel torpor. She endorses its health benefits and notes it is sold under guarantee at Jos Emmert's drug store priced at 50 cents.
Bids are invited by the committee on streets alleys and bridges for Cedarville bridge floor planking. Bids due to City Clerk by 4 p.m. Sept 3. Pine or oak plank options, thickness at committee choice. City Engineer or committee members provide details. Members P J Lonergan Elmer Prall L McGovery.
Washington date August 27 a ICC order lowers range cattle shipping charges from one half to 5 cents per hundred pounds effective October 15. Fifty nine railroads are affected by the rate reduction reflecting a broad policy action in rail transport.
Former U.S. Senator William F. Vilas died at 10 46 this morning in Madison Wisconsin from a second stroke of paralysis. The Associated Press reports the death of the longtime public figure.
Biographer William Herndon records Abraham Lincoln’s proposed marriage to Sarah Rickard in 1840 when she was sixteen. Lincoln, about thirty one, treated her like family and the union was declined due to age difference. Rickard later recalled he proposed, while Herndon notes Lincoln may have shown interest in past years.
Former Senator Mason recalls a Lincoln anecdote as he drove along a road. Lincoln stops the buggy, rights a beetle on its back and returns to the carriage declaring he has done a good act and given the bug an equal show with others on earth.
A brief snippet contrasts Doctor and Professor voices on truth and perception. It suggests culture shapes how truth is told, with ignorance using more words though not delivering clarity. The Chicago Tribune quotation reflects on communication styles and authority.
Philadelphia socialite Mrs Anthony J Drexel denies reports that her daughter Margaretta Drexel is engaged to Lord Herbert Vane-Lempest. The claim circulated from Paris and Auge on the 27th with no confirmation from the Drexel family.
Echuhurst records report the death of Antonio Pastor a theatrical manager aged seventy one after a period of illness. The obituary notes his long career in stage management and connections within the local theatre scene.
Fall of snow observed in the Baltimore suburbs with reports of flurries across surrounding points. Local observers note light precipitation as officials monitor conditions and debris from minor wintry activity.
Tolstoi's condition described as very grave by St. Petersburg papers this morning, with Count Lev Toulstoi reported in critical health.
A compiled schedule shows a fiftieth anniversary in Lincoln and a Douglas debate in August, camp meeting at Riverside Park, Dawson’s homecoming in Lexington, and Freeport College of Commerce opens September 7. Other items include Labor Day events at Highland Park, dances and card parties at Lexington hall, and multiple theatre engagements from Empire Stock Co to Harvey Dramatic Co with show dates from August to September.
A collage of brief personal notices records O T Smith and Fred Hoefer transacting and visiting in Chicago. Lulu Van Metre travels to Mt Morris. C L Shaffer calls on friends. Rose Fortner visits Jefferson Wisconsin. Harry McCulloch returns from Warren. Mrs C O DeMonte plans six weeks to Cincinnati and Indianapolis. Mrs J Z Ruger visits Rockford and Chicago relatives. J A Morrison and Alice visit E E Brady. Lillian Loofbourrow and Elsie visit Mrs Hea. Rev H L Moore and family return from Waubesa. Andrew Peterson and Clara Bamberger guests at Bambergers. Geo W Stone of Keene NH visits his niece Mrs C W Hea. Mr St H Barker joins western tour.
The Court of Honor will host a card party this evening and a sewing party tomorrow at St. Pius hall to benefit St. Vincent's orphanage. J Clowing of Milwaukee donated a valuable oil portrait of Abraham Lincoln for the event. it now hangs in the postmaster's room of the U S public building after being deemed too delicate for the platform.
Agent J. N. Daly of the Chicago and Northwestern received a request from Merton J. Clay chief clerk in the road's accounting department in Chicago for two copies of the program and speeches from the Juincolin Douglas debate celebration held in Freeport this afternoon. Clay aims to compile a history of great Northwestern line events and seeks the programs for records.
Bernard P. Barasa of Chicago, attorney for Sam Campagna, detained in the county jail for the murder of Felipe Carrasa, was in the city today between trains on his way from Galena to Chicago. The visit was brief as he conferred with his client.
Henry J. Dunning of Great Falls Montana is licensed to wed, with details listed in the county clerk records. Official notice confirms the upcoming ceremony and parties involved in the marriage license filing.
The Associated Press reports closing board of trade quotes for August 27 with Dec wheat at 9 4 4 3 4, Dec corn at 66 1 2, Dec oats at 49 4 4 7, and Jan pork at 15 9 65. Hogs at Union stock yards: cattle 5 100 steady, Reeves 3 60 to 7 70, stockers 2 60 to 4 60, cows 1 75 to 5 40, hogs 15 000 up 6 cents, light 5 90 to 6 70, mixed 5 96 to 6 36, heavy 6 90 to 6 88, bulk sales 6 25 to 6 50, sheep 12 000 2 25 to 3 25.
Public notice states that the speaker has purchased the partner's interest in the Sanitary Laundry and will collect all accounts and pay liabilities. Dated August 27 1911. Also mentions a special discount sale of 20 percent off all exfords in the EK W shoe department on August 21 1911.
Denatured alcohol Pinta Loc quarts 20c gallon 35c one gallon é5c. DeEMBER & SHVeZ. s-2ld bw.
Buy seven pawe for Peoples' Columb ads and auto land deals. Address H. Boa for inquiries. Peninsula stove new and ready. Moving sale, apply 1so Galena St. 8-37dlw. Ten cheap houses with water gas bath and stove. Dr Kinsman heart tablets at 217 Clark Ave. Unfurnished one room rental for light housekeeping at 7 Clark Ave. 8-27dlw
An advertisement extols Doctor Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery and Favorite Prescription as powerful yet gentle tonics to restore strength, regulate women’s functions, and improve overall health. It highlights non alcohol content, no secret formulas, and lists accompanying pellets for stomach and bowel regulation, with testimonials from medical authorities.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.