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 48 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1907
Page
2
The Braeport Journal is issued a certification by the International Typographical Union recognizing that its mechanical departments employ Union labor, reflecting labor standards and trade union support within the publication.
In Providence Massachusetts the President stated that if he could promise the people anything he would not offer pleasure but the stern happiness that comes from completing a difficult, worthwhile task through practical action.
Secretary Taft in Columbus argues Roosevelt would not resurface past stock transactions despite injured buyers. He hints at Audi transactions and Harrimans role in increasing Rock Island railroad indebtedness and the Alton deal.
The piece notes a steady march toward temperance across professions and society, arguing against alcohol use by professionals. It cites public sentiment shifting, business distrust of drinkers, and cites the Baltimore & Ohio railroad issuing an order to discharge employees who drink on duty as a concrete example of practical temperance reform.
The passage recalls Rip Van Winkle style astonishment at Rockford’s growth since railroads and a bridge changed the river crossing. It notes how a former rocky ford now appears unfamiliar, with recent bridge views replacing the old landscape after fifty eight years.
Andrew Russell of Jacksonville runs again for State Treasurer arguing the primary should nominate the candidate with the most votes. He notes he won the primary two years ago by a larger margin than Smulski of Chicago, whose convention delegates carried the nomination despite a weaker primary showing. He calls for reform to align nomination with primary results.
The passage argues that when a corporation commits wrongdoing such as granting rebates, the individual officer who directed or granted the act should be punished, not the stockholders. It predicts future liability will be under stricter law with imprisonment for officers, and asserts there will be no rebating in the future.
The excerpt contrasts Democratic hard times with current Republican prosperity. It notes Fall River mills weave 1500 miles of cotton cloth daily and workers hold over twenty million dollars in savings. It claims good times benefit most American workers who prefer continuing Republican governance over Democratic rule.
The fragment argues against compulsory arbitration with labor unions, claiming decrees cannot force a man to work against his will. It suggests arbitration loses meaning once a ruling is enforceable by law, implying the concept undermines voluntary work.
The text argues that labor unions will ignore arbitration rulings not favorable to them and dismiss compulsory arbitration as pointless. It claims once compulsion enters, arbitration ends and lawsuits begin.
The piece argues Governor Folk enforces Missouri Sunday saloon closure in St Louis and Kansas City while Illinois also has a Sunday closing law. It claims Chicago ignores state law, with the mayor defying enforcement. The piece questions whether Chicago is bigger than the State of Illinois.
Secretary Taft closes his Columbus speech by praising President Roosevelt for bold reforms. He argues the Republican party would have suffered from a trimming policy amid proven abuses, but Roosevelt’s sincerity and vigor gained broad public support and reshaped party standing.
Hon William B Mason praised for oratory at Cedarville event but fired sharp attacks on Senator Hopkins over Smoot seating. Letter from Theodore Roosevelt praised Hopkins and urged party unity, warning Mason’s stance risks his own prospects and taints Republican support.
President Roosevelt in Providence Massachusetts outlines a square deal policy that aids both rich and poor, states no fear of obeying the law for individuals or corporations, and pledges no change in administration policy for the remainder of his term as he battles powerful interests behind corporate organization.
Secretary Taft launched his presidential bid in Columbus Ohio delivering a campaign speech that backs Roosevelt era measures and argues Roosevelt should be nominated and re elected His remarks suggest Roosevelt policies remain popular while Taft contends a tariff revision should come early in a Republican administration and urges the party to pledge immediate tariff action.
The remark quotes Taft expressing caution on tariff revision. He notes he favored immediate revision in Bath Maine speech but argues coordinated Republican party support is needed. He says delaying action until after the next presidential election reduces political risk and allows a tariff to operate without campaign misrepresentation.
Luther Guiteau presents Prairie Democrat issue from January 26, 1848, the first Freeport and Stephenson County paper. The item lists early residents, merchants, officials, and notable figures connected to Freeport’s 1847 launch by Stephen D. Carpenter, with notes on local Civil War sympathizers and remarks on temperance sentiment including an advertisement for Howe's Cottage.
The speaker recalls an 1847 1848 Freeport issue highlighting local life and early business ads. O Taylor is noted as the sole Freeport advertiser in the period, with prices for prime inter heat and good spring wheat cited. The piece values the old newspaper copy and promises future reference.
Wall Street greeted Roosevelt with a clear statement aimed at curbing high finance maneuvers. The president offered a straightforward remedy intended to reassure markets and restore investor confidence amid ongoing economic anxieties.
The stock slump forces many New York millionaires to sell automobiles, while Kansas farmers show no need to pawn touring cars. No cause for widespread fear is evident.
The writer notes interest centers on Secretary Taft's tariff remarks. They challenge critics who label him a free trader, arguing his statements remain consistent with traditional Republican protection principles as viewed by the newspaper.
Official reports say the American people consumed more whiskey and tobacco last year than ever before. The message implies continued economic prosperity and expansion, while suggesting that better homes and real comforts would improve living standards.
In a statement the speaker emphasizes no vindictive action will be taken and no unnecessary suffering inflicted on innocent stockholders or the public. The aim is to achieve goals with the minimum harshness necessary to reach desired ends.
The group includes Congressman Champ Clark of Missouri, William Jennings Bryan of Nebraska, Congressman Hamlin of Missouri, Senator Bob Taylor of Tennessee, Harry S. Rainey of Illinois, and Charles A. Towne formerly in Congress from Minnesota and later New York.
A cheerful man unknowingly does vast good in the world through his nature. Heaven may have chosen him as an angel, as his pleasant smile and gracious morning greetings brighten others. His honesty and unselfishness shine, widening the radiance of virtue with every encounter.
The Attorney General argues business men favor strict neutral enforcement of laws so all know what is allowed and what is not. He contends punishing big criminals who have claimed immunity will demonstrate the law's impartiality and deter corruption across business life.
Jerome K. Jerome noted that fear of a stern father-in-law keeps many men from marriage. He praised a young man who faced a father's derisive challenge about his suitability. The youth retorted they need not chum up since they may not be chosen for in law or son-in-law.
In a court proceeding the defendant denies guilt claiming only that he stole a buggy. The formal complaint accuses him of feloniously taking a vehicle on August 14 in the state of Sinois, under the relevant statute and against the peace.
Ex Senator Mason criticizes Senator Hopkins for backing Reed Smoot’s Senate seat, noting many preferred Smoot kept out. Hopkins shared that view, though the final decision was not a concession to Mormonism and reflected unresolved legal questions among Senators.
The excerpt discusses Senator Smoot’s guilt or innocence in a senatorial contest over polygamous practices. It notes opposition by Mr Mason and hints at possible new facts Mason may present in a dispute with the Senate majority, per a Bloomington paragraph.
One year into operation, advocates claim equalization rates have been set, tariffs reduced, rebates ended, and many discriminations removed. The reforms have influenced railroad administrations toward lawful rates and practices, promote a uniform accounting system to aid small investors, and reflect the party's action oriented stance.
The article notes that farm machinery costs reach at least 100,000,000 dollars annually in the United States. It argues that proper care and storage could cut costs by one third to one half, citing grain binder lifespans of 12-16 years versus the actual 6-8 years. Building sheds would preserve machinery and save money.
The Edwardsville Intelligencer notes the Jamestown Exposition lacked leadership, leaving many buildings unfinished as closing nears. Unlike Omaha 1898, which earned dividends through strong management, Jamestown's stalled project remains silent and sparsely attended amid oceanfront ships.
Two men in business parted ways after long partnership disputes. The elder left details to the younger, yet the latter refused any compromise on plans, ending in stalemate and eventual breakup. The tale likens stubborn oak to a reed yielding to a storm, urging patience as a remedy in law and life.
The Mt. Carroll Mirror notes Carroll county politics stay lively apart from Cook. After October legislature and the state fair the governor race and other offices become the main topic until spring primaries. Delegates for the governor nomination likely favor Shurtleff, with Deneen opposing. a long campaign lies ahead.
The passage praises wealth earned honestly and supports corporations under modern conditions. It argues that liberal but honest profit and generous dividends for capital are essential for thriving corporate activity and overall prosperity while stressing fair dealing and strict legality as guiding principles.
The passage argues that unlawful trusts like Standard Oil and the sugar trust have profited through secret rebates and threats to withhold business. It advocates tempering inter state rail transport with federal control to suppress rebates and discriminatory practices by large combinations and restore fair competition.
A terse note references restraining orders and injunctive measures to curb aggressive capitalization tactics. It discusses criminal prosecution for attempts to suppress competition through illegal means and signals a legal response to corporate agitation.
The excerpt describes corn growing plainside, autumn harvests, and fertile Illinois fields. Vivid imagery portrays ripening crops, warm sunshine, and birds calling as farm life unfolds across the landscape.
In a firm statement Roosevelt asserts no shift in policy for the remaining eighteen months of his administration. He emphasizes upholding law observance, prosecuting criminals regardless of wealth, and avoiding vindictive or harsh actions that would harm innocent stockholders or the public. He frames the battle as government by the people versus a few wealthy, powerful industrialists behind corporate structures.
The Utah Legislature acted properly in approving Senator Smoot, with the only challenge being motives attributed to voters. The text argues a verdict in favor of Smoot was just despite popular opposition to Mormonism, praising Hon. Albert J. Hopkins for courage in supporting the decision.
Senator Foraker of Ohio at the Miami Valley Chautauqua argues that a government protecting natural rights and providing a square deal is essential. The Freeport Journal and Ottawa Republican Times echo the view, criticizing excessive and changing laws as hindering clarity and governance.
Amid a worldwide financial disturbance Roosevelt notes lower British consols and slumping railway shares. He cites unwavered government resolve to punish wealth malefactors and argues some individuals exploit fear to push for policy reversal. The New York Stock Exchange’s volatility reflects broader tensions.
The Lyndon Old Settlers picnic drew vast crowds from Whiteside county and beyond to hear Col Frank O Lowden. Advertised as his address, the event showed his rising popularity across the Thirteenth District amid an unprecedented gathering and notable disappointment.
A eulogistic piece notes that Col Lowden could not attend but his service in Congress is praised. The article lauds his loyalty to common people over corporate interests and compares him to Theodore Roosevelt, portraying him as a worthy successor to Robert A. Hitt. Sterling: Standard.
Dialogue fragment shows a divided suburb issue raised by a railroad, a wife worried about a stepfather for her child, and a comic scene with a street vendor selling a cash register. Characters include a husband and wife, the wife’s brother, and Mr Méeker amid humorous mistranslations and banter. The excerpt hints at social tensions, domestic concerns, and light satire.
W H Taft argues the Dingley tariff supported prosperity after McKinley’s election and the Spanish-American War. He asserts protection yields higher wages and spurs efficiency, urging tariffs reflect production costs and be recalibrated when U S costs fall to avoid excessive protection while preserving American industry.
The text argues for letting the people nominate candidates for governor rather than party manipulation of primaries and conventions. It praises General Smith D. Atkins of Freaport as an example of a non-careerist, honest, capable leader akin to the old school of Oglesby, urging public input in choosing the next governor.
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.