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Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1905

Page

2

Mrs John G Oyler and family return from trip

Mrs John G Oyler and her daughter Florence, with Mia, arrived home yesterday from a journey. Oyler had the rare opportunity to study with Bellini the noted voice teacher who came home for the summer due to her aged father. Bellini, a Lamperti pupil, has long been active in opera and concert and was a soloist with the Emma Abbott company at Abbott's death. She now serves as head assistant to Madam Cappianni, founder of the old Italian school of voice culture in New York.

John G. Oyler Florence Mia Oyler Bellini Lamperti Italy America Emma Abbott Abbott Madam Cappianni Old Italian School of Voice Culture New York

Will probate for Michael Ulrich at Cedarville

The will of the late Michael Ulrich who died at Cedarville on July 27 is probated in the county court. He leaves all property to his wife who is named executrix. The instrument is dated June 18, 1905 with witnesses Grace Alma and Henry Richart.

Michael Ulrich Cedarville Grace Alma Henry Richart

Missionary Will Speak at First Baptist Meeting

Mrs. George Meiars, a city missionary of Chicago, will speak to the ladies of the First Baptist church at the regular monthly missionary meeting. The session is set for Friday at 2 30 o clock and all church ladies are invited.

George Meiars Chicago the First Baptist Church

Noted Pianist Coming to Freeport on American Tour

Renowned Russian pianist A. Rubenstein will perform in Freeport this season as part of his American tour under the direction of B. Ulrich of Baltimore Maryland.

A. Rubenstein Freeport B. Ulrich Baltimore

Typhoid Fever Confines C. Fred Kuehner at Home

C Fred Kuehner of the Kuehner Bros is confined to his home with typhoid fever. His condition is not regarded as serious.

C. Fred Kuehner Kuehner

Local notes from Rockford and vicinity reflect community life

Thomas Keily becomes Rice building elevator boy while Edward Gilbert relocates to 48 Stephenson Street. Gilbert's orchestra to play for a dance in Warren tomorrow night. Excelsior lodge of Masons to meet for business. Dr. C P Leitzell locates practice in Dakota village. Embury church choir hosted at Bimbury parsonage. Lady Macabees card party Friday at hall over State Bank. David Karl Leamon and Lena May Allen granted marriage license in Rockford. Miss Gertrude Samilson, Chicago trimmer, engaged by Miss Summers for fall and winter trade. Embury Sunday School Board convenes this evening. Rockford Chautauqua ends. Harlem Park opens next Sunday with free admission and vaudeville. Trades Council meets Friday before Labor Day. card players welcome. C J McDonald injured unloading pears. finger cut by bedstead accident. Mrs. Sara Eloisa Fisher added to Freeport Conservatory staff. Luther Church midweek service on Casting Shadows with 8 pm start. Assistant Pastor’s edition to be distributed later. Cordial invitation extended.

Thomas Keily Rice Building Edward Gilbert Stephenson Street Edward” Gilbert Warren Excelsior Lodge of Masons C. P. Leitzell Dakota Village Embury Bimbury David Karl Leamon Lena May Allen Lena Rockford Gertrude Samilson Chicago Trades Council C. J. McDonald Sara Eloisa Fisher Freeport Conservatory of Music

Small town merchants urged to fight mail order threat

A Freeport editorial warns smaller cities to curb mail order dominance. It argues the mail order system drains local commerce, promotes deceptive offers, and erodes community retail. The piece advocates persistent local advertising and a coordinated campaign to educate residents and support home merchants.

Wise Avenue Nurseries Fall Stock Announcement Card

The Wise Avenue Nurseries issues fall planting stock notes for ornamental trees and shrubs. John A. Wise will host an office at the county fair next week to greet friends and discuss stock selections. Also promotes Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea for family health.

Wise Avenue Nurseries John AM. Wise

Freeport blanked Hawley's pinks in shutout win

Freeport dominated LaCrosse 4 to 0 after a strong pitching effort by Scotty and solid hitting from Houge, Householder, Barlow, and Sullivan. Killion was held to one hit as Freeport spoiled LaCrosse’s strong start, while flawless defense backed their victory.

Morey Scott Hougeholder Barlow and Sullivan Scotty Wisconsin Badger State Killion la Crosse Billy Householder Freeport Boys Kiyatchey Freeport Jones LaCrosse Householder Barlow Bond Moriarity Pink Hawley Sullivan Rome Nies Reed Treepore LaCropes

One Hundred Dollar Reward for Cure of Ontarrh

A 19th century ad fragment offers a hundred dollar reward for any case of Ontarrh not cured by Hall's Ontarrh Cure. The notice promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure as a blood and system remedy, with Toledo firms endorsing the product and selling pills and school suits at Golden Eagle. The text includes testimonials and prices, and mentions multiple druggists and wholesale suppliers in Toledo.

Hall Toledo B.J. Cheney Balluve THEAX Wholedgleu Oxedo

Professor at Cornell University Shows Teachers Employed

A Cornell University professor reveals that many teachers are employed, highlighting broad job stability in the education sector and suggesting widespread staffing strength across schools. The finding emphasizes ongoing demand for qualified instructors amid evolving curricula.

Cornell University

Green Bay triumphs over Wausau in 2 1 victory

Green Bay beat Wausau 2 to 1 before a large crowd in Green Bay Wisconsin. Oshkosh also won its second game against Beloit earlier in the day. An unrelated census bulletin from Cornell University discusses teacher proportions in the United States, noting female teachers dominate and vary by region and city size.

Green Bay Wis Wausau Svore Oshkosh Wisi Beloit Walter Li Wiens Cornell University United Sites Pew Walerie, Mole Rh Medarehy Tag Oores Continental United States Nevada Vermont Maine Washington North England and Wales Germany France Italy Canada Mexico Cuba England and Wales New Hampshire Massachusetts Connecticut District of Columbia Ohio Minnesota Iowa North Dakota South Dakota Nebraska Kansas Colorado Oregon California England North Atlante North Central New Himpshire New York New Mexico West l Wiceinin Im Vormant South Central North Atlantic

Half Through With Camp at Riverside Park

Riverside Park camp meeting continues into its second half with strong attendance and hopeful outlook. German language sermon by Rev. Degenkolb contrasts weak disciples with a strong master. Afternoon youth-focused talks by Plapp Freuchton and Boelter lead to a consecration service. Evening sermon by Hallwachs on forgiveness of sin inspires listeners. More services planned with Rev. Kesselring Blaser and Dr. Heinmiller among speakers. All are welcome.

Riverside Park G. J. Degenkolb J. Gipperer Degenkolb Christ E. E. Plapp J. G. Freuchton A. J. Boelter Tabernacle W. C. Hallwachs Forreston Hallwachs J. Ripperer G. C. Gasser Houpnote Geneseo Ill M. Kesselring Mt. Carroll J. H. Blaser G. Heinmiller Cleveland Ohio Heinmiller

Diphtheria Claims ThirteenYearOld Theodore Schulz

Theodore Schulz a thirteen year old boy died of diphtheria yesterday afternoon at 4 oclock at his grandmother Mrs Christias Kirchmans home 4 fourth avenue. He was known as eddy a sociable bright energetic child cherished by his grandmother. He fell ill about ten days ago with no early alarming symptoms and soon worsened despite medical care from Dr Arnold. The funeral was held at 9:30 this morning at the family residence with Rev Father Kalvelege presiding.

Theodore Schulz Christias Kirchman Fourth Avenue Eddy Arnold Father Kalvelege

Weather Forecast Chicago August 31 Special

Chicago forecast for tonight calls for showers and thunderstorms. Friday expects further showers with cool spells and unsettled conditions across Illinois markets and nearby areas.

Chicago J—llinois

Cleaning Up Time Has Come Weed Burning Is Popular

The city faces a fall cleaning boom as residents burn weeds and trash, creating pervasive smoke. A proposed plan would divide neighborhoods to conduct scheduled burn days, but individuals may still burn when convenient, keeping smoke a common feature.

Freeport

Railways face reform in handling of official mail

Government and railroad officials clash over free official mail by railroads. A committee led by Guy Adams of Rock Island will draft rules to limit use of government bags for nonofficial material. Members include E P Davis Big Four J A Osborn Illinois Central F H Thrall Southern Pacific and J J Lemonson Pennsylvania.

Guy Adams Rock Island E. P. Davis Big Four Road J. A. Osborn Illinois Central FH. P. Thrall Southern Pacific J. J. Lemonson General Super Lnpp Cen Pennsylvania

Quaker Doctors at Rice Building Offer Free Consults

Office of the Quaker Doctors located in the Rice Building invites those with chronic diseases to consult. They claim the doctors can diagnose illnesses without questions and state their remedies’ potential to cure. Hours are 1 to 12 a.m., 7 to 8 p.m. Consultation and advice free. 46 Mother, come in and take a look at the clothing for the little men, Golden Eagle.

Quaker Doctors Rice Building Golden Eagtis

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