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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1906
Page
4
Louis Eberle, a machinist at the Central shops, fell from a ladder while removing machinery for repairs. He fractured the left leg below the knee and sustained a serious flesh wound. He was taken to St. Francis hospital where Drs. Fair and Mease reduced the fracture and sewed the wound.
The last will and testament of the late John Flanagan has been probated in the county court. He leaves each grandchild 25 dollars to be paid on their twentieth birthday. Nicholas receives 10 dollars and his three children receive 10 dollars each. The remaining estate is shared equally among Edward Flanagan, Adaline Hassett, Eliza Kinsella, Mary McClurk, and John A. Flanagan.
Tonight will elect officers for Eagles Fraternal Tribunes No 90 Y P 8 First English Lutheran church and Modern Woodmen of America. Last evening some officers for the upcoming year were nominated at Germania hall. remaining nominations will occur at the election on Wednesday evening December 26.
Rain prevented many dolls from selling at the Doll Carnival. A large selection remains and will be offered at Wm. Walton Nephews on Saturday afternoon. Shoppers seeking Christmas dolls are urged to call and inspect the stock.
The Chaldeans will meet at Masonic temples tonight. Col William Early of Belvidere is appointed assistant doorkeeper in the U S House. Second Presbyterian Sunday school plans a 7 30 pm meeting for Christmas exercises and business. First and Second Presbyterian churches hold a union meeting at First Presbyterian this evening with Rev Cunningham addressing after a Africa mission. The King's Daughters circle Bazaar at 40 Stephenson St on Dec 12 13 from 1 to 8 each day. Donations welcomed.
Last evening Assistant Chief of Police Henry Silk telegraphed Pine Bluff Arkansas authorities to release Karl Redman and his girl companion as Stephenson county supervisors would not cover their return. Redman is wanted on the charge of abduction.
Trinity church members postponed last evening meeting to plan a new church. Rev. L. C. Schmidt leads a growing congregation and considers building on the parsonage site with full plans expected at the next gathering.
A reception will be held Friday evening December 7 at the Wood home in Lena to honor Reverend J F Wood and his wife recently appointed pastor of Lena Baptist Church. All church members congregation friends are cordially invited to attend.
Coroner Dr. W. B. Peck will preside at an 8 o'clock inquest into the death of Mrs. Schumann, whose body was found last night. He has not located any relatives and asks anyone with knowledge to contact him.
The will of Jacob Groenflo late Jacob Gorenflo has been probated in the county court. The entire estate is left to his widow Elizabeth Gorenflo who is named as executrix. The document bears date of November 2 1905.
H J Moogk speaks to Freeport women about the gift for male smokers. He endorses Wadsworth Brothers Chico cigars as the sure pleaser. He notes local men formerly favored 10 to 15 cent cigars but now demand the Chico and urges early purchase.
Frank W. Siecke transfers to Mrs. Nettie Bordner lot block 4 in Charles E. Meyer’s addition for 670 dollars. F W Siecke transfers to A C Knorr lots 3 and 4 block 1 Santiago addition for 700 dollars.
Miss Nellie V. Johnson and Oscar F. Birkhold both of Rockford were married yesterday afternoon here by Police Magistrate Kentley.
It is the best safeguard against indigestion biliousness and dyspepsia known to mankind. Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea or Tablets, 35 cents. Joseph Eimmert.
Former Sheriff McCool and family vacated the county jail today and moved to their new house in Harlem avenue.
At the P. J. Harney Shoe Manufacturing plant in Lynn Massachusetts boilers exploded injuring at least twelve. The blast shattered the four story factory and caused fire that burned two acres in West Lynn destroying twelve dwellings and damaging several nearby firms. Loss estimated around 500000.
W. L. Hill, once 91 pounds and near death from consumption, now weighs over 180 after using Dr. King's New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds. He reports twelve bottles cured him, and the medicine is advertised as a sure cough and cold cure. Joseph Emmert, Druggest, guarantees it with prices 50c and $1.00 and a trial bottle free.
Item listing notes Grover's soft shoes and Nurses slippers designed for tired feet. Advert shows model and price at E and W store, highlighting comfort and fit for daily wear.
Lena reports visiting friends from Wenatchee and Freeport as well as multiple Lena callers. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Will Buss. Mildred Burns remains ill on Oak Street. Dr Yeager visits Chicago for business. Various residents return from Chicago and Freeport. The M I church Ladies Aid held a New England dinner today at the church parlors. Lola Altenbern returned from Chicago trip.
The Amity society will operate a fancy work counter at Read's store on Saturday December 16 featuring handmade items for sale and community participation.
TY H Hollister has been appointed administrator of the estate of J A Mick. The appointment names Hollister as the lawful administrator with duties to manage debts assets and proceedings as required by law.
Chicago December 6 Special announces fair weather for Illinois tonight and Friday with a pronounced cold wave. Forecasters warn of sharply lower temperatures as the cold air mass settles in. The sun rose at 7 15 a m and the day ends with rapid dusk as winds shift.
Closing quotes show May wheat 79 4, May corn 4344, May oats 5 3, Jan pork 11 45, Jan lard 8 65, Jan ribs 5 48. Union stockyards staples: cattle 2 500 weak, beeves 7 40, cows heifers 1 600 0 35, stockers feeders 2 350 4 00, hogs 26 000 strong to higher, mixed butchers 6 10 6 50, bulk sales 6 25 6 46, sheep 16 000 strong 3 90 5 05.
A celebrated clairvoyant is conducting sessions at 80 Chicago Street for a limited period. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Marriage notice states Oscar F. Birkbod and Nellie V. Jonson, both of Rockford, obtained licenses to wed. The record lists their names and the same issuing location.
Arthur Morris the Illinois Central baggage car fall victim at Sand oval is reported to be recovering as well as can be expected. He remains at St Francis hospital and anticipates removal to his home soon.
Mrs. R. B. Wilson presents a hand painted cards and decorative articles display at the home of Mrs. H. J. Porter, 106 Oak Place, on Friday from 2 to 6. Proceeds or details not specified.
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