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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1899

Page

6

Bayombong Surrender Report Shocks War Briefs

Telegraphic news from Manila reports General Conon capitulated 800 Filipino troops with rifles and seventy Spanish prisoners to Lieutenant Monpa at Bayombong, Neuva Vizaya. The surrender prompts praise of Macabebe scouts and notes ongoing interior advances under General Otis as Captain Warwick is killed at Passi.

Lawton—Muccabebo Zamboanga Washington Dee Lawton Oat Bamboang Province of Neuya Vizeaya Monpa United States Dbayombong Aguin Aldo Tarlac War Department Philippines Batson Aguinaldo Nfor Otis Interior Warwick Passi Trollo Yznamboanga Mindanao Calixto Aguinaldo Tooces Midel Tetuan Castine Very Zambounnga

Khalifa dies in final stand near Omdurman battle

From Soudan reports General Wingate's force overran the khalifa's position as he tried to flank the Anglo-Negotians. The khalifa asked his emirs to stay and die and was found shot in head and body, with emirs and guards dead around him. The khalifa, of medium height with a long grey beard, wore a light brown complexion. Also notes Indianapolis Methodist College Association ninth annual meeting. officers elected: President Warren and Secretary Treasurer Freshwater.

Chiro Dee Soudan Wingate Khalifa Methodist College Association Indianapolis The College Association of the Methodist Episcopal Church Methodist United States Warren Boston R. MM. Freshwater Berea

Fatally Poor Marksman in Wisconsin Turkey Shot

Walter Young, a farmer from four miles from Osseo, Wisconsin, was accidentally shot and killed by his son who was attempting to shoot a turkey. The incident occurred near Rau Claire on December 2.

Rau Claire Wis Walter Young Osseo

Beecham's Pills Promote Health Through Constipation Cure

Health for a quarter promotes Beecham's pills as a safe laxative that does not irritate organs. The ad argues constipation causes illness and that Beecham's pills prevent and cure related issues. They claim the liver and bowels resume normal function and list ailments including biliousness nervous disorders indigestion dull headache colic cramps backache heaviness nightmare hot throbbing head cold feet and female ailments. They cost a quarter a box and are described as worth their weight in gold.

Beecham

Quiet After Kentucky Gubernatorial Canvass Delay

A delayed Kentucky gubernatorial canvass cooled tensions as candidates Goebel and Taylor stayed quiet. Republicans split on whether to pursue legislative action, while Governor Bradley prepared for private life. Fusion ticket names Owens, Breckinridge’s successor, were noted amid GOP and bolting Democrat support.

Prankfort Dee Kentucky Goebel Taylor Bradley Tie Lexington Icky Owens Breckinridge Settle

Magnetic Healers Gregory and Gregory in Freeport

Prof J F Gregory and Mrs Elizabeth C Gregory demonstrate a magnetic cure method in Freeport showing cures for rheumatism stomach and bowel trouble without medicine or surgery. Read testimonials from S A D Bener Mrs Frep Sarva Mrs Evizasera Gilpert and D G Gavslorm praising rapid relief and return to work after few treatments.

J. F. Gregory Elizabeth C. Gregory Freeport Prof. Gregory S. A. D. Bener Grant Street Frep Sarva Douglas Avenue Ill Evizasera A. Gilpert Washington Street D. G. Gavsrorm Stephenson Street

Burglar Leaves Message From Scene At Watermelon Street

A cautious intruder after securing valuables at 3899 Watermelon Street phoned Central Police, claiming to be Smooth Sawney the Expert Kat Operator. He reported the theft of a sealskin cloak, two gold watches, and jewelry worth about 250 dollars, and hinted at avoiding further details. He stated he would be ten miles away within an hour and warned the morning papers to print his message.

Central Police Station Thiis

Advertising and jests from a bygone page at Minstrels

A collage of stage banter and medicine ads. Humorous quips about a botched gun joke mix with testimonials for Burdock Blood Bitters and Dean’s Ointment. Cough syrups, skin salve, and Foley’s Honey and Tar pepper the page alongside local business names and a 100th birthday note for Mrs. Slade.

Opinion of German Americans on Philippines policy in Wis

Milwaukee voters of German American background respond to questions about postwar Philippines rule. Coleman surveyed county Republican chairs, received 54 favoring retention, 10 favoring recall, 34 favoring broad self government with a US protectorate, with several undecided or unconcluded in their replies.

Milwaukee Herald Edgar W. Coleman Wisconsin Coleman Philippines United States

Mrs Elizabeth C Gregory Focuses on Women’s Diseases

Mrs Elizabeth C Gregory provides specialized care for diseases of women emphasizing diagnosis treatment and patient education. The article highlights her clinical approach and community impact in women’s health services.

Elizabeth C. Gregory

Hanna Will Not Seek Another Republican Chair Term

Milwaukee Dec 2 Marcus A Hanna chairman of the national Republican committee will not seek another term though he will serve out his present term Lenny C Taigne says Hanna personally told him this.

Bradley for Vice President in Cincinnati Move

There is a movement on this side of the river as well as in Kentucky to present Governor W O Bradley for the renomination for vice president with McKinley. It is said Kentucky will send a solid delegation to the Republican national convention in support of McKinley and Bradley as the next ticket.

Humorous Exchanges and Cartoon Quips From 1900s Papers

A collage of short quips from Chicago papers includes humor about kissing bugs seasonal bees and umbrellas. Jokes feature a judge and thief blaming parents for stealing an umbrella and a porcupine poring over warm fur. Also a cartoonist defends artistic interpretation over exact likeness.

Pearl Ruby Ollengo Daily News Chicago Daily News Chicago Chicago Tribune Mint Chicago Post

Two Pointed Questions Answered

An advertising discussion explains that no price difference exists, so better article wins by public selection. Chamberlains Cough Remedy remains trusted for coughs, colds, and croup, with Emmert and Burrell as local druggists offering it.

Emmert & Burrell

Burnard recalls window lesson as novice prank

KF C Burnard, later a cardinal, recounts a youth case at his college when the novice master ordered him to clean windows. Burnard agreed to learn if the master would teach, but the master ended up on the ledge outside, and Burnard fastened the catch and left him there. Dr Manning reprimanded the novice for the stunt.

KF. C. Burnard Cardinal Manning

August Flower the Largest Medicine Sale Worldwide

Advertises Green's August Flower as the cure for indigestion biliousness and general malaise. Claims it cleanses the system, regulates liver action, and stimulates nervous and organic function. Promotes sample bottles at Emmert and Burrell's for reassurance against serious illness.

Emmert & Burrell’s

Youthful Stockton man narrowly misses river boat attempt

A young Stockton man raced to catch a San Francisco bound steamer, arriving two minutes late as the six foot hull pulled away. He lunged aboard by grabbing a rope and post, eliciting the captain’s warning before the passenger coolly retorted he would not try the stunt again.

Stockton San Francisco Ang Flere

Consultation free at corner Stephenson and Chicago Sts

A brief public notice inviting consultation at no charge, located at the corner of Stephenson Street and Chicago Street, accessible via an iron stairway.

Stephenson and Chicago Sts

Telegrapher Charles B. Moberley Dies After Injury

Terre Haute, Ind. December 2 telegrapher Charles B. Moberley of the Big Four at Vermillion is dying in a local hospital after being struck on the head as he left a Sanford Methodist church. His skull was crushed in the attack by an unidentified assailant.

Pianos for Holidays at DeVore's Piano Warerooms

Piano buyers are urged to call this evening and view the display at DeVore's Piano Warerooms located at 169 Stephenson Street in the Y M C A building. A choice variety from reliable manufacturers and celebrated makes has just been received for the holiday season.

DeVore Stephenson Street

Casino Club Carnival Halted After Knockout

In Indianapolis at Mozart hall the Casino Athletic club event was halted by police after Pete Lacy knocked out Spider Iselly in a preliminary bout last night.

Indianapolis Mozart Hall Pete Lacy Spider Iselly

Sorghum Sugar Content Study in Oregon Regions

Analyses of sorghum grown in various parts of Oregon show a sugar content twice as large as the minimum for profitable manufacture.

Oregon

Local Appligation and Catarrh Cure Reception

A garbled advert claimed local application could reach the seat of a case, promoting Halle Catarrh Cure as a blood and mucous purifier. It touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a longtime, prescription remedy from a noted physician, combining strong ingredients to cleanse mucous surges and offer purported dramatic results.

Halle Eney&co Stee

Allen's Foot-Ease Promotes Comfortable Shoes and Gloves

A reader endorses Allen's Foot-Ease as a dainty toilet powder that absorbs perspiration in gloves and on hands. It allegedly makes tight or new shoes easy to wear, keeps feet cool, and is presented as pure for physicians and nurses. Sold in drug and shoe stores for 25 cents with free samples. attributed to actress Allen S. Omlsted of Le Roy, New York.

Allen Allen S. Omlsted le Roy N.Y

Tendon Police Density Report Highlights Urban Staffing

Tendon reports 13,504 police officers across GSS square miles, equating to about nine teen officers per square mile. About sixty percent are on idle duty, signaling potential underutilization of trained personnel.

Tendon

Bethesda Mineral Spring Waters promoted as curative thirty years

Approved by Time marks three decades since the Bethesda waters were discovered for their curative powers. The Waukesha Wisconsin springs attract thousands and have relieved kidney sufferers who use the water at home. Sold in half gallon seated bottles by first class druggists. M Jones president Bethesda Mineral Spring Co.

Bethesda Waukesha Wis M. Jones Bethesda Mineral Spring Co

Tour Of All Mexico By Special Vestibuled Train

A special vestibuled Pullman train will depart from Chicago on Tuesday January 23 for the City of Mexico and major cities in the Republic, returning to Chicago without changing cars. Limited first class party with all expenses included. Directed by Beau Campbell, General Manager of Tan Anenrt CAN TOURIST ASSOCIATION. Call Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway agents for maps and tickets.

Pullman Palace Chicago Mexico Republic Beau Campbell Tan Anenrt- Can Tourist Association Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul R’y

Double Daily Fast Trains to Florida by Southern Railway

Winter season schedule offers through cars and connections from Cincinnati Louisville and St Louis to Jacksonville and Florida resorts. Through sleeping cars Cincinnati to Jacksonville and Kansas City to Jacksonville, with connections via Plant System and Air Line routes. Through tickets and rail maps available from Southern Railway agents and officials listed.

Southern Railway Southern Resorts Cincinnati Louisville Queen and Crescent Chattanooga Jesup Plant System Jacksonville Knoxville Asherville Savannah North Carolina St. Louis L. Ke, & St. GL. Railroad Air Line Kansas City Birmingham Atlanta Plant THE Florida South

Train Schedule Fragments From Freeport Listing Times

Fragmentary timetable notes show train numbers and departures from Freeport at 7:15 am 10:20 am 2:10 pm 6:45 pm 4:15 pm and 7:35 pm with partial obscured text for one entry.

Saat. i Sanday AOUTH Randay Freeport tNo Chicago Ally

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