Masonic Calendar Dates for Excelsior and Freeport Lodges
The schedule lists Excelsior Lodge No 7 A F and A M holds stated communications on the first and third Fridays. Evergreen Lodge No 170 meets on the first and standard Monday. Freeport Chapter No 28 runs stated convocations on the first and hard Tuesday. Freeport Council No 8 R and S M holds stated communications on the second Tuesday. Freeport Commandery No 7 R T meets stated conclaves on the first and third Wednesdays of July.
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Freeport Commandery No
R. T
Personal record notes city and rail travelers
The clipping lists numerous daily movements and visits. R. P. Eckert and Shoemaker transacted business in Orangeville and Chicago respectively. Many residents travel to Mt Carroll, Carroll county reunions, and other nearby towns.
Saturde Boys' Corduro Trade Adte Value 25c
A fragmented OCR snippet shows a sale note with a price of 25 cents and references to a Golden Eagle or similar brand. The readable parts imply a small merchandise listing or ad item about corduroy goods and a Saturday sale. Further readable details are absent.
School Supplies Buy at Brown and Colembyer’s
A brief notice urges shoppers to buy school supplies at Brown and Colembyer’s to ensure quality. It suggests confidence in the store’s products and reliability for customers preparing for the new school term.
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Brown & Colembyer’s
Prominent railman injured in Dixon accident
Thomas Riley, a longtime Illinois Central brakeman and extra conductor with Freeport ties, was knocked from a caboose at Dixon as a water spout struck the car. He lay in critical condition after skull injuries and a fractured spine, with physicians unsure of recovery.
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Thomas Riley
Illinois Central
Freeport
Dixon
Riley
Knights of Columbus
Dixon Telegraph
Dixon Hospital
the Central
Philip Riley
Michael
Central
Dixon Beats Freeport Elks In Five Inning Defeat
In a Dixon Telegraph column the Freeport Elks suffer a 14 to 1 loss in five innings. Dixon is credited with 40 assists and no putouts and no errors, while Freeport is joked about for eight errors and no assists. The piece wisecracks but defends the young players as respectable.
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Dixon Telegraph
Freeport Elks
Dixon
Freeport
Telegraph
Journal
Freeport Fans Seek Madison Baseball Excursion
A large Freeport following plans to travel to Madison Monday morning for two games between Freeport and Madison. The Freeport club seeks Illinois Central support for an excursion or a later returning train to allow fans to attend both morning and afternoon contests. The standard train at 4:80 PM would prevent viewing both games unless amended.
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Freeport
Madison
Illinois Central
Chicago Police Return Fugitive Bob Evans to City
Chief of Police Henry Silk arrived from Chicago with Bob Evans and turned him over to Chicago authorities. Evans reportedly robbed the Van Dusen home and, while not confessing, offered to return valuables if prosecutors would drop charges. Silk to receive a $100 reward for the capture.
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Henry Silk
Chicago
Bob” Evans
Evicus
van Dusen
Silk
Special for Saturday only 50e knee pants 26c
Saturday sale offers knee pants priced at 50e with a 26c tag at Golden Fagle. The ad lists a one day special and mentions a date context in brief.
Photographic Supplies Offered by C P Guenther Co
Local druggist C P Guenther & Co advertises photography goods including films plates and paper. Free sample week runs through Thursday with 8 to 16 day terms.
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C. P. Guenther & Co
Labor Day Parade Planned For Tri-City Celebration
Labor council approves final plans for the Tri-city Labor Day event at Rothford on Monday Sept 2. J Wright of Colonge chairs a talk by the Illinois State Federation of Labor. A 6:30 am start for the Teamsters car with subsequent unions follows a parade lineup of 25 unions from Beloit Rockford and Freeport. The day features Rock River races and 25 launches, plus shell boat races between rival clubs.
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Trades and Labor Council
Tri-city
Rothford
J. Wright
Colonge
Illinois State Federation of Labor
Renzatan
Teamsters
Freeport
Lathers
Machinista
Tobacco Workers
Switchmen’s Union
Carpenters and Joiners’ Union
Retail Clerks’ Union
Typographical Union
Tailors’ Union
Tailors’ Union. No. 9.—Order of
Brotherhood of
Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen
Teamsters’ Union
Bricklayers, Masons and Plasterers
Blacksmiths
Painters and Paperhangers’ Union
Electrical Workers’ Union
Plumbers’ Union
Car Repairers’ Union
Iron Molders’ Union
Boilermakers’ Union
Sheet Metal Workers
Unon
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Musicians’ Union
Beloit
Rockford
Rock River
Shell
Kermess Program Promises Local Grand Opera House Show
The Kermess, a hit in many Illinois cities, comes to the Grand Opera house this evening with Freeport volunteers supporting. Mrs. H. D. Cook will preside at the piano. The program includes a grand tableau All the world was there, various doll and girl acts, and a chorus. Presented by the King's Daughters' Settlement home, a Freeport charity. Reserved seats 60 cents, balcony 35 cents, children 26 cents.
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Illinois
Grand Opera House
Freeport
H. D. Cook
King's Daughters’ Settlement Home
Worthy Charities
Shoemaker Auto Works Tightens Speed Rules in Freeport
Shoemaker Automobile Company issues public statement amid complaints about cars speeding through Freeport streets. The firm declares all employees will be suspended or dismissed for any report of speeding beyond the legal limit. Citizens urged to report time and place of violations promptly for swift action.
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Shoemaker Company
Shoemaker Automobile Company
Freeport
Shoemaker
Auwpomobile Con
C. C. Shoemaker
J. TV. White
W. E. Johnson
Jacob Weins, Jr
D. M. Brubaker
C. &. Clark
F. R. Perkins
Accidents at I C Shops Injure Two Workers
William Metz a boilermaker at the I C shops suffered a severe crush injury to his left foot when a large iron piece fell on it this morning. Frank Burkhart a machinist at the Central shops was struck in the eye by babbitt and will be laid up for several days.
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W.C. Rykert
Rockford
Tlinois Central
D. W. Burrell
Winslow
P. J. Burrell
Ape
I. C
William Metz
Frank Burkhart
Central Shops
The Limit of Life and Electric Bitters Claim
Medical scientists state life limits fall far short of possible longevity and the critical period is between fifty and sixty. Proper care during this decade is urged as essential for longevity. Electric Bitters is promoted as a tonic to revitalize the body, guaranteed by Joseph Emmert, druggist, for 60 cents.
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Joseph Emmert
Buy your school books now at Pat ison & Kryder's
Ad copy urges readers to purchase school books from Pat ion & Kryder's store with no additional details or context.
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Patison & Kryder’s
Fond du Lac Clinches Series With 3 2 Win At Fond du Lac
Freeport completes a three game series sweep clinching the title with a 3 to 2 victory over Fond du Lac. Sha nnnessy was fined 10 dollars and ejected after arguing with umpire Newhouse delaying the game. Delvin and Schoonhoven led Freeport with multiple singles while Darrah allowed seven hits in a solid outing.
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Freeport
Fond du Lac
Canners
Shamnnessy
Newhouse
Shaunessy
Delvin
Stark
Schoonhoven
Disch
Barlow
Dunbar
Darrah
Tocals
Warhop
Wausau
Scott
Ausait
Freaport
Ireland
Bae A Fiske
Eonselvin
Fond du Tad
Dessel
R. Ht
PO. A
Gardner Letcher
Gwin
Crangle
Tives
Diach
New House
Wausau shuts out Madison in eight inning weather stop
In Wausau Wisconsin on August 29 the home team defeated Madison 8 to 0 in eight innings before rain halted the game as Wausau was about to bat. Right fielder Lange highlighted the win with two runs, while Miller and Pierce pitched for Wausau and Grimes and Smith/ Smith for Madison.
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Wausau
Wis
Madison
Lange
Scent Conspiracy Against Freeport in Wisconsin pennant race
Wisconsin league teams led by President Charles F. Moll plot to prevent Freeport from winning the pennant. Wausau trades Balliett to Fond du Lac and gets Hatch, aiming to defeat Freeport in the opening series. Freeport fans dispute the move, arguing Balliett has better chances against the Canners based on past exhibitions.
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Freeport
Wisconsin
Charles F. Moll
Wausau
Balliett
Madison
Fond du Lac
Hatch
Canners
Freeport win against Eau Claire triggers protest ruling
A protest from President Moll over a July game between Freeport and Eau Claire led to a ruling that the game be replayed after a late misplay at first base. The decision would strip Freeport of three runs and could alter standings with Wausau and Eau Claire as the league schedules another confrontation.
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Freeport
Moll
Qubelle
Preeport
Bat Claire
Asmussen
Topon
Astrussen
Stuart
Eau Claire
Wausau
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the Daily Journal
I Tne Poaramice
Branport
Ercates
Seiad
Freeport Journal
International Typographical Union
Lilly
R. P. Eckert
Orangeville
Malcolm Pierce
Galena
Louisa* Schnuckel
Mendota
F. Holtzman
Frank Fuller
Henry Meierkort
Indiana
Chrisler
Carroll Street
Vera Coyne
Warren
Orelda Wingert
Lena
J. Fry
Savanna
Carroll County
Beatrice Rech
Martha Bergman
Anna Schillinger
R. Babbitt
Martin Gormley
City
Byron Pope
Elvay
Des Moines
Susie Rosenstiel
Prospect Terrace
A. V. Hart
Rochester
N. Y
Muriel Scott
Florence Serfass
Springfield
Ill
E. W. Parkhurst
John Rodenbaugh
Cleveland
Dana
Esther Dana
Galena Avenue
Pacific Slope
E. F. Holtzman
Alicis
Sterling and
Rachelle
James P. Younger
Freda Becker
Findlay
Ohio
G. A. Temm
D. J. Sullivan
Monroe
Q. H. Rotzler
John Tappe
Ford Wappe
Mt. Carroll
Harry Presler
Lloyd Lauker
Canada
United States
England
Baseball News
Jollies Freeport Elks
Freeport Trades and Labor Council
Kermess
W. Ir
Eitve
Fond DU Cac
Bar
Shamnessy
Terest
The
Wattsat
Green Bay
la Crosse
Oshkosh
L Pet
la Crosse Ee Eee We
Eae
Eae Wee Eee
Au Claire Ee
Green Bay Beeen OO
R. H. EB. Wausau
Miller and Pierce
Grimes, Smith and Smith
Champs
Anderson
R. H. E. Oshkosh
van Claire
Converse
Fourchner
Steele
Vinol
Joseph
Tamatertiy
Lyon
Incoln Avenue
Pléssant Street
R. Lyon
Matt B
Marvin
Freeport Loan Co
Stephenson St
New York
Riley & Wheat
van Buren
Galena St
New York City
Dunlap Stetson
Washington, Rockport
Freefield, Worthmore
Sterling
Geo, Ennenga
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