Bijou Theatre Reopens With Melchior Flom Partnership
Henry Melchior announces purchase of the Bijou theatre with Fred Flom of Madison as partner. Opening bill promised for the evening with vaudeville, motion pictures and illustrated songs. Flom secured a strong opening week lineup and will run a clean up to date program.
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Henry Melchior
Bijou
Fred Flom
Madison
Busineas
Atrows
Flom
Melchior
Schimp
Social notes from Freeport and nearby towns
A long list of residents and visitors frequent Freeport describing trips to Chicago Milwaukee Ottawa Kalamazoo De Kalb and St. Louis. People visiting relatives and friends include R S Hopper Misa Hazel Ohlendorf Louis Lebkicker Harriet Saenger Genevieve Kiley and many more while others travel for work or vacations and return from trips to Rockford Orangeville Janesville Great Falls and Denver among others.
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R.S. Hopper
Rockford
Misa Hazel Ohlendorf
Chicago
Trump
Polo
Freeport
Louis Lebkicker
Hagel Liebhart
Lake Waubesa
R. O. Eastman
Minneapolis
Ryan
Marion Hale
Binder
Harriet Saenger
Janesville
Margaret Saenger
Genevieve Kiley
Savanna
Misa Laura Cowley
K. B. Mitchell
St. Louis
Seitz
M. E. Ackerman
P Penns
A. E. Wernicke
Delaware Street
T. T. McMahon
Ottawa
Ill
Warren Madden
DeKalb
de- Kalb County
Teacher's Institute
Empire Kicks Off Week at Grand With Woman Against Woman
The Empire company opens a seven night engagement at the Grand tonight presenting the five act drama Woman Against Woman. The production promises strong ensemble work and dramatic confrontation as the curtain rises on the opening performance.
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The
Empire Company
the Grand
Woman Again at Woman at the Grand Vaudeville Bill
The Grand presents a familiar revival of Woman Again at Woman with a vaudeville lineup from a company long engaged here. Each act features a feature performance and has appeared in major vaudeville houses nationwide, distinct from the dramatic wing of the company.
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Grand
Freeport Shakespeare Society Plans Majestic Macbeth Night
The Freeport Shakespeare Society invites all members to the Majestic this evening to enjoy a superb Macbeth production. Cast members from the motion pictures headline, and the New York Symphony Orchestra provides suitable selections accompanying the show.
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Freeport Shakespeare Society
The
Majestic
New York Symphony Orchestra
Market Report From Chicago Averages Daily Quotation
The closing board of trade quotations list Dec wheat at 54, Dec corn at 674.1, Dec oats 4195g, Jan pork 816.27, Jan lard 9.47, Jan ribs 8.42. At Union Stock Yards market Cattle 25,000 steady with Beeves 3.60 to 7.75, Stockers feeders 2.60 to 4.55, Cows 1.75 to 5.40. Hog values 25,000, 6 to 10 higher, Light 6.80 to 7.05, Mixed 6.35 to 7.12, Heavy 6.85 to 7.12, Rough 6.00 to 6.58, Bulk Sales 6.65 to 9.00. Sheep 35,000 10 lower 4.20 to 4.48.
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Aassociated
Chicago
Board of Trade
Union Stock Yards
Miss Bohen Loses Purse at Union Depot
A slight disturbance occurred at the union railway station when Miss Mary Bohen, guest at Robert Casey's home, misplaced her purse. She planned to return to Fort Dodge Iowa, and the loss included about seven dollars and a railroad pass. A search of the platform and car failed to locate the valuables.
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Union Railway
Mary Bohen
Robert Casey
Suggestion Is Timely for Freeport Band Concerts
Commendations pour in for a Brewster hotel band concert by J. Friedley owner. A local observer says regular concerts twice weekly would greatly improve outsiders' impression of Freeport and urges continued efforts to sustain the initiative.
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The
Brewster
J. Friedley
Freeport
Fireman Injured While Oiling Engine
Fireman Elmer F Green of Illinois Central sustained a severe scalp wound Friday night when he slipped falling while oiling his engine. He is expected to be incapacitated from work for several days.
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Elmer F. Green
Illinois Central
Dam Completion Sparks Mill Opening at Orangeville
The dam across Richland creek at Orangeville is finished and the flour and feed mill began operations this morning. The new mill is owned by F. L. Bennett of Black Earth Wisconsin.
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Richland Creek
Orangeville
F. L. Bennett
Blackearth
Wis
Cleared to any part of the city for 106 a week
A brief notice states that an individual is cleared to operate in any part of the city for 106 a week, outlining the assignment scope and location flexibility.
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the Daily Journal
Museum Open All Week at Public Library Branch
The historical museum at the public library building will stay open all week with the same closing hours as last week. Many Freeport residents have yet to visit, and those who do not may miss a chance to view rare relics.
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Freeport
Peoples Column Advertisements Readily Available
Classified notices show want ads for general housework and room rentals near the courthouse. Listings include a furnished room in Journal office, a half double house with city water, and a suite of offices with steam heat in Rice Building. Other entries note store rooms and flexible lease terms with contact via county clerk or W. E. Mackay.
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Ottiegs
W. EB. Mackay
Rice
Victin
W.E. Mackay
Rice Bldg
Prey Charming Wetting of Sunday Wedding in Galena Street Parlor
Olin J. Brown and Miss Marie Sawtell of Chicago were united in marriage Sunday at Brown's hotel Galena street with Rev. P. H. R. Mullen officiating. The ceremony followed by a formal dinner, gifts included a solid silver service from Brown's former Goodrich line employers. The couple will visit Mrs. Brown's sister in Amboy before moving to Chicago at 18 Pearson street. Brown, formerly of Freeport and Haldane, has been with the Chicago Belt Line railroad as freight water.
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Brown's
Galena Street
Olin J. Brown
Marie Sawtell
Chicago
Mrs. Brown
Amboy
Brown
George Adams
Pearson Street
Freeport
Mary J. Brown
Brown's Hotel
Haldane
Goodrich Line
Chicago Belt Line Railroad
Miss Irma Rowland Hosts Lincoln Avenue Tea
Miss Irma Rowland entertained at her Lincoln avenue home this afternoon honoring Miss Irene Winter of Chicago. Twenty young ladies attended enjoying games and music with refreshments. All guests belonged to a camping party that spent two weeks at Lake Waubesa last summer.
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Irma Rowland
Lincoln Avenue
Irene Winter
Chicago
Lake Waubesa
Picnic With Odd Fellows and Rebekahs Draws Crowd in Highland Park
A Saturday affair hosted by the Odd Fellows and the Rebekahs at Highland Park drew a sizable attendance. Ladies toured the ark in the afternoon and were joined by their husbands for evening supper, reflecting a well attended community event.
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Odd Fellows
Highland Park
the Ark
Barth family thanks neighbors for sympathy after bereavement
John Barth and family express gratitude to neighbors and friends for assistance and sympathy during their recent bereavement.
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John Barth
Freeport Business Men's Association Meets Tuesday Evening
The regular monthly meeting of the Freeport Business Men's Association will be held Tuesday evening at 7:45 at City Hall.
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Freeport Business Men's Association
Graff & Lamm Saloon Ownership Change in Galena
Adam Graff has purchased Joseph Lamm's interest in the Graff and Lamm saloon located at the corner of Galena and Mechanic streets. The sale transfers full control to Graff. Lamm remains as partner in other ventures.
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Adam Graff
Joseph Lamm
Graff & Lamm
Galena
Mechanic Streets
W C O F Card Party At St Marys Hall
The Women’s Christian Organization of Federation will entertain with a card party at St Marys hall tomorrow afternoon inviting members and guests for an afternoon of games and social time.
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St. Mary's Hall
Special Police Appointed at Fair Grounds
Seven special policemen have been appointed for service this week at the fair grounds to ensure security and crowd control during the events.
Lena and Winslow Schools Open Fall Term
The Lena and Winslow schools opened the fall term today signaling the start of the academic year. Teachers welcomed students and outlined the new term plans and schedules for the upcoming months.
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Lena and
Winslow
Story of Blackie at Edinburgh classes
Professor Blackie a stern Edinburgh teacher corrects a student for holding a paragraph with the right hand then learns the student has no left hand The class hisses as the moment unfolds he apologizes and expresses joy at teaching a class of gentlemen through a sincere heartful appeal
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Blackie
Edinburgh
Tam
Between Friends porch party idea from Success Magazine
A brief exchange suggests planning a porch party with a question on porch orientation. The lighthearted line mirrors domestic life guidance typical of Success Magazine era content. The dialogue captures informal planning and social small talk.
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Success Magazine
Hat nuisance prompts theater hat rule in Parly
In Parly theaters the municipal council committee proposes that every spectator may request the on duty power officer to remove any hat blocking the view of the stage. If the wearer refuses to comply the officer may order her to leave the theater.
Miscellaneous World Notes From 1908 Era
A compendium of random items: a patent Afi apparatus and fox aeration. clergy density in Lonton. Japanoss batts last year. Egypt tax averages per acre. Swiss cotton mills stagnation from foreign competition. Milford mackerel catches and price. India opium export limits for 1908. Bristol railroad guide 1851. Naxoss emery stone transit to Syra. Wakfs memorial trust holdings. Ossett police court beggar sentence. Buenos Aires animal day on April 29. Delhi electric lighting contractor failures. Philadelphia’s first mayor Edward Shippen. pre-consolidation city bounds. incandescent lamp diffusion. cancer death ratios at Pasteur Institute. Abacaenum coin discovery. rail screw spike auto car screwdriver. France railway discipline case. Emile Remilly railway accident damages. crime pages proposal by Mrs. Decker. William Redmond joke about rosettes. old Newfoundland governor story. heroically rescuing shipmates in a wreck.
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Lonton
Switzerland
Milford
England
India
Ton. Tha'a. Chase
Bristol
N. HH
Naxoss
Syra
Catre
Ossett
Yorkshire
Buenos Aires
Delhi
Philadelphia
Edward Shippen
Delaware
Schuylkill
Vine
Borel
Pasteur Institute of Paris
Sicull
Messina
Tyndaris
France
Emile Remilly
St. Cyr
William Redmond
House of Commons
Ae MacGregor
Newfoundland
MacGregor
Dirt for sale loads offered at Jacob Pfrenuder store
Two thousand loads of dirt are available for immediate purchase. Interested buyers should call phone number 805 or visit Jacob Pfrenuder's store for details.
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Jacob Pfrenuder
Daily Journal Delivery Service Ad
The Daily Journal announces city wide delivery for ten cents a week.
Favorite Prescription Claim in Woman's Ailments
A sensational ad touts Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for women's weakness and ailments. It claims to restore strength and health through a glyceria extract with no alcohol, urging readers to request a free booklet and endorsement claims while warning against substitutes. The brochure cites testimonials and professional endorsements to persuade readers to send for information.
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Fife
Senfeld
Pierce
Pt Force
Buffalo
Upcoming events at Lexington hall and City parks
Aug 27-28 Dawson's homecoming dance at Lexington hall. Sept 7 Fall term Freeport College of Commerce opens. Sept 7 Labor day celebration at Highland park. Sept 7 Fraternal Tribunes dancing and card party at Lexington hall.
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Dawson
Lexington Hall
Freeport College of Commerce
Highland Park
Temple Theatre Upcoming Shows and Dates
A schedule lists performances at the Empire Stock Co and Harvey Dramatic Co with one-week runs. Titles include The Blockhead, As Told in the Hills, The Flaming Arrow, The Yankee Doodle Boys, When We Were Friends, Jane Eyre, and Harvey Dramatic Co engagements on Sept. 28. September 8 to Sept. 28 span multiple plays and weeks.
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Empire Stock Co
W. B. Patton
The
Harvey Dramatic Co
Limitations of Practice In Cemetery Ejectment Suit
In a town action for ejectment brought by a religious society to recover possession of a cemetery the court ruled for the plaintiff without a jury. The defendant physician had bought the ground for the society yet retained title in his name after severing ties. The judge added two reasons: the church needs a cemetery and the doctor has not shown his practice is large enough to justify his own burial ground.
Art Comes High in Tarquin's Dime Test
A Parisian charms a New York lady with a tale of Tarquin charging $700 for a Petticoat dress, while a painter like Sargent would refuse to undervalue art. The tale ends with a boast that true artists do not haggle over terms and insist on fair value for creativity.
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New York
Tarquin
Paquin
Sargent
The Best Way to Starve, A Physician’s Warning
A physician advises that during a prolonged fasting period one should eat a little at regular intervals to dull the dangers of starvation. The body first uses fat and sugar, then organs, to support brain and heart until exhaustion nears.
Did as He Was Told Clergyman Surprised by Street Encounter
A Brooklyn clergyman urged Sunday school children to speak to him, and the next day a dirty faced urchin greeted him with Tow do, doc. The clergyman asked the boy’s name, who replied Win one of your little lambda, then swaggered off leaving the clergyman speechless with amazement.
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Brooklyn
Gazelle Hunting in Nubia by Powerful Hounds
The piece describes gazelles in Nubia hunted by a breed of hounds heavier than greyhounds. Gazelles run fast but constantly glance back, tiring themselves through long bounds and stops, allowing the pursuing hounds to overtake them.
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Nubia
Wisdom From a Babe Inquiries on Singing Lessons
A Philadelphia Inquirer brief quotes a professional vocalist asking a boy what he would do if he could sing like the vocalist. The boy replies with a simple suggestion to take singing lessons, reflecting a light exchange on talent and training.
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Laj
Philadelphia Inquires
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Jesse Littlefield
Lake Waupega
Joseph van Matre
Emma Hoffe
Milwaukee
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Charles McCool
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Elizabeth Warner
Kalamazoo
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Arthur Steffen
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Winfield
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Florence
Geary
Oklahoma
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C. D. Knowlton, Jr
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Clinton Junction
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Zell Mynard
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W. N. Cronkrite
J. H. Robbins
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Col
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Maggie King
Father Horan
St. Mary’s Church
Union Street
Dell Kirk Brown
American
the Southern Express Cos
Cairo
Clara Kirk Brown
J. L. Holtzman
Ezra Holtzman
Iowa
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Patrick Horan
Freaport
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Sinsinawa Mound
J. B.J. DuFour
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Arthur Rodearmel
Mra
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Shakespeare Society
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Peoples
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Burchard
Lincoln Ave
Park Avenue
William Ascher
State and
Carroll Streets
Henry Buss
Cottonwood Street
M. J. Sawtell
Ee Ey
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Allington
Freeport, TU
Grand Opera House
Journal
Freeport Building and Loan Association
C. F. Hildreth, Sec
Preeporf Bluast
Prof. Raines
W.j.young & Co
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Walton Neph Clothing Department
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