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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1905
Page
3
B G Cooper declares his run for county treasurer pending Republican primary decision. He addresses Thomas O Bhaffer, noting the candidate’s confirmation and political process.
Local brief lists numerous people visiting or traveling through Freeport and nearby towns. Names include Joseph Benston, Mrs Pollock, George Ennenga, Mrs Niedig, N G Zollenger, Ira Wagner, Allen Partridge, Stephen Rigney, Mrs Yaeger, J H Garns, Mrs Steenrod, Misses Caroline and Minnie Bruesch, Frank Hermsmeier, Miss Cora Wingert, Deputy Sheriff Olson, Theron Goddard, Misses Jessie Janssen and Lillian Grant, Fret Schmidt, Mr and Mrs Shumway, Frank Hilton, Harry Kruse, Robert Konig, Alfred Hoefer, Terrill Steenrod, Mrs J V Fortner, Mr and Mrs Granley, Charles Butter, Harriet and Marjorie Leigh.
The Rudersdorf case for running down Ruth Willard in front of the Third Ward A.C.O.O. House was postponed to Tuesday December 14. Div 182 G I A to B of L E members are urged to attend the next meeting Thursday December 7 for important business. D McMullen attended a large Sunday school convention at Rock City with delegates from Rock Run township. A Settlement Home bazaar at 40 Stephenson Street Friday offers fancy articles, baking, gaudies and more. come early.
An old advertisement touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Health as the greatest beautifier. It promises laughing eyes red lips fresh breath and good speech with options Tea or Tablets and a price of 85 cents, credited to Joseph Emmert.
City council meeting ends within an hour with aldermen Gibler and Harrington absent. Minutes and many bills approved. lights bill for November listed at 45.15 and questioned by Alderman Bauscher. Police Chief Sweeney reports 44 arrests in November, mainly drunkenness and disorderly conduct, with fines and recoveries tallied. A stone pile lot near city hall rented for 745 per year after debate. Kroer subdivision plat accepted. several sewer and street improvements approved. fire alarm box proposal referred for study.
A morning fire at the Hiestand livery barn in Oregon Illinois destroyed thirteen horses and the two story brick barn plus harness and rolling stock. The blaze started in the office around 2 am, blamed on a kicked over stove during a night patrol. Total losses exceed $15,000 with $6,000 on the barn and $1,300 insurance. horse losses borne by owners. Fire department and town residents worked to prevent spread and protect nearby properties.
Hyomei is promoted as a superior treatment for catarrh using eucalyptus oil and healing gums and balsams. It is sold by Wm. PF. Jungkunz with an absolute money back guarantee if it fails to cure, claims 99 percent success and endorsement by physicians.
The Chicago city railway issued rules for operators focusing on politeness to passengers. Key points urge courtesy to the elderly, not bypassting would be riders, allowing time to board and alight, and adjusting stoves windows and curtains for comfort. The duty to please patrons includes stopping for any signal to ride and delaying for passenger transfers. If fare payment is disputed, the benefit of the doubt should be given.
Real estate report shows Julia FE Rosebrugh selling lot 20 block 14 Wheel Factory Addition to F Hildreth for 150 dollars.
The piece likens dying of famine to consumption and cites a Maryland man, William Myers of Cearfoss, describing his initial failure with various medicines before using Dr. Kine's New Discovery, which he says cured him. The remedy promises relief for coughs colds sore throat bronchitis and pneumonia prevention, with guarantees at 60 cents and one dollar. Trial offer included.
The baseball fair and bazaar opened last night at Armory hall drawing city fans to support Freeport league baseball. William Moriarity, known as Morey, from Chicago, led the event with praise and expectation. Ladies ran booths with varied wares from fishing pond to cigars, while orchestras and the Elks provided music, signaling strong local backing and plans to fund a winning season.
Dr. W B Peck coroner held an inquest over Phillip Maurer who died yesterday on Kraft house road north of the city. Jurors heard testimony from his son George and Jacob Maurer and farmer C L Sheets. The verdict declared death due to natural causes organic heart disease.
An Iowa mother credits Grape-Nuts for her 4 year old son’s health and growth. She began feeding him Grape-Nuts with milk at 12 months, noting he grew robust and rarely sick, and prefers it daily. The claim is endorsed by Postum Co. and references The Road to Wellville booklet.
A notice promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for bowel and stomach disorders including pain, headache, biliousness, and costiveness. Guaranteed at Joseph Emmert’s drug store for 25c. Try them.
Jean James has been elected Chancellor Commander of Freeport Lodge K P. Mrs. C G Anangst is president of the Keystone League Christian Endeavor officers of the Boss Barbers and other lodges will elect during the next fortnight. The city follows fraternal order elections with interest.
Freeport lodge No 452 Knights of Pythias elected officers last night retaining Jean James as chancellor commander. The list includes A C Schwarze as vice chancellor and A O Hart as prelate. Officers will be installed the first Monday in January.
At the eKystone League Christian Endeavor business meeting held at Trinity church last evening officers were elected for the first six months of 1906. President Mrs. C. G. Anangst. Vice president Mrs. J. L. Knapp. Secretary Miss Iidy the Young blut. Corresponding secretary Miss Ada Brubaker. Treasurer Mrs. F. Miller. Organist Mrs. F. W. Landner. Assistant organist Mrs. N. J. Jury. Chorister J. L. Knuapp.
The Boss Barbers held their annual election at the Burkhart Baltzer shop last evening naming Walter Davis president Fred Schumayer vice president Ed Rosenstein secretary and George Burkhart treasurer for the coming year.
The following elections will be held tonight for Knights of Columbus G A R and American Stars of Equity. The notices call for member participation and indicate scheduled voting at local halls and organizational meetings.
Dec 6 Cherry camp of Woodmen and Mystic Workers of the World. Dec 7 Freeport Tribunal No 99. Dec 8 Ladies of the Maccabees. Dec 9 Illinois Rebekah lodge will nominate officers. Dec 13 Cherry Blossom camp RN A. Dec 15 Excelsior lodge of Masons. Dec 18 Evergreen lodge of Masons. Dec 19 Freeport chapter Royal Arch Masons.
C F Coliier of Cherokee Indiana credits Electric Bitters with curing a severe kidney ailment that left him unable to sit without a cushion and caused backache, headaches, and depression. He says the tonic restored his health and recommends it for weak kidneys liver or stomach, guaranteed by Joseph Emmert, druggist, price 50c. Also notes A J Stukenberg as a morning passenger for Chicago.
Abstracts of title furnished on short notice. Deeds mortgages and other legal instruments accurately drawn money to loan. Otto Schulz to M J Folgate lot 4 5 blk 4 New Pennsylvania J A Botdorf to Simon Winters lot 2 blk 2 Meyer's Rd Freeport H E Bogar to W D Buckley ree ft lot 10 blk 61 Freeport W M Taft to O P Clarno T scheswig nwiz 25 29 7 Oneco A M Taft to O P Clarno ne Hin 26 20 7 8036 acres Oneco J E Tuckett to German bank lots 6 7 8 blk 25 Freeport $18000. Abstracts of title furnished on short notice. Deeds mortgages and other legal instruments accurately drawn money to loan. O Tayvier & FRicK Conveyancers.
Advertises Holllister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a remedy for indigestion constipation liver and kidney troubles claiming it will make you well. Sold by Joseph Emmert for 36 cents.
Ex excursion tickets will be sold at low rates on presentation of proper certificates issued by the educational institution. For full particulars as to dates of sale limits etc apply to agents Chicago & Northwestern Ry.
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