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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1907

Page

6

Traction Line Offers 40000 For Wreck Victims Eight

Illinois dispatch reports Mattoon City Railway and Central Wabash Traction offer 40000 to settle all damages from the Interurban wreck of August 30 in which eighteen died and fifty were injured. The case includes 225000 already charged in circuit court and a pending inter venting petition challenging mortgagees as fraudulent. Court awards Daniel Graham 5000 for injuries from a trolley collision near Mattoon.

Springfeld Coles Ennty Daniel Graham Mattoon City Railway Matioon City Railway Company Central Mwiinoig Traction Company Charleston Carmi Chicago Grosscoup Mattoon City Railway Company Central Wads Traction Company Aircuit

Remembers Her Old Master in a Strange Will

An elderly resident of Jacksonville wills her homestead and several thousand dollars to a Minneapolis boy age ten, grandson of her former master. The tale ties to 1850 abductions and later ownership, with names like George W. Dukiney and Mrs. Tersaiot amid a sea of outdated facts and unclear connections.

Jacksonville Lavhda Trym Minneapolis Ue Pigeess George W. Dathiney Jin Hos St. Louis Ad Turls Demiel M. Didaney Shires Atrs Tersaiot George W. Dukiney Eos Dhuaibal

Hypnotic Sunstroke Misadventure in Medical Attempt

A German doctor attempted hypnotic treatment for a patient unable to afford a warm climate by projecting a sun image on the ceiling and suggesting sun exposure. The patient died of sunstroke, despite the doctor’s insistence that recovery was near. The remark by colleagues sparked indignation.

Woman causes fatal murder in East Tola partner confession

William Stewart, restaurant proprietor and Yates Center family member, was murdered by business partner Cresiston who confessed to killing him after claiming he loved Stewart's wife. Mrs Stewart was arrested on complicity charges as the couple returned from a theater.

Tole Kan Dec William Stewert East Tola Yates Center Man WE Cresiston Stewart Creviston

Possible reopen of Goldfield mines with non-union workers

In Goldfield Nevada Captain William Sparks reports from the Atine Oyyners association that an attempt to reopen the mines with non-union labor will occur this week. All mines are picketed by nonen laborers, hindering entry and operations. nine U S troops remain in the area. Ex-Consul John Goodnow has died, announced by cablegram received in Minneapolis.

Goldfield, Nev William Sparks Goldfeld Atine Oyyners’ Association Nolen United States Goodnow Minneapolis John Goodnow

Death Notice for Ex-Consul General Goodnow in Spain

Brief obituary notes the death of MOU GOODNOW, former consul general at Shanghai, in Malaga Spain. The message contains only the announcement of death with no further details.

Mou Goodnow Shanghai Ma] Liga Spain

Vindication of President White in District Session

In Des Moines district No. 11 United Workers of America adjourned after a four day session. Resolutions leave payment decisions to locals and avoid cash where possible. The meeting largely endorsed President John P. White amid calls for his resignation from southern Lews lac over certificate handling.

White Nes Moines Focals United Workers of America John P. White Lews Lac

Caught Between Two Cars On Busy Crossing

An elderly man, Mitel, age 80, crossing Willis h avenue at Congress street Hobart, was struck between two vehicles. He lost a leg and sustained injuries likely fatal, after being hit by a southbound car on Tadley avenue. A veteran named Lo. Nemp was beaten to death near Marshalltown, with injuries indicating continued violence.

Dow T Congress Street Hobart Mitel Ancepie Virunga Clamer Tadley Avenue Des Moines Tadee Nemp Loch Marshalltown Lehowe Aia Tivestts Wethon Amd

Kansan City Uplite closes Sundays in theater crackdown

Grand jury indicts 228 traveling actors and theater employees for violating Sunday claus, arrests made as authorities seize venues. Defendants bound over to await trial on $800 bond each as cases proceed in local court.

Kansan City Uplite Kansas City Poe Pld Vintadnae Sandiy Claws Chaniyay Thera Tik Tebesti Post

Theft of a Masterpiece at Van Dyke’s Church

Thieves struck Van Dyke’s church stealing a great masterpiece titled The Tretion of the Cross. The guard reported damage and the thieves cut the entrance apart to flee with the work. Police are reviewing the scene and seeking clues.

Coueteal Delhi van Dyke Dias Taei Neteo Thane Aare Ruadiy

Three Burned to Death in Boston Tragedy

A severe blaze in Boston results in the deaths of three people including Mrs. Marry Joubert and two others. Firefighters report the inferno was brought under control after rapid containment, with investigators examining the scene for the cause and any possible links to prior warnings or hazards.

Boston Marry Joubert Chantes Doubert Capea Joubert

Amber and Mander Clash Over Missing Hook Request

Fragmentary OCR shows Amber berating a reviewer while Mander and Ebony exchange lines about a hook. The tone hints at a theatrical or literary dispute with London as a referenced but unclear setting.

Death of King Oscar Gustave Adolphe of Sweden

King Oscar II died yesterday in Stockholm after a long reign. Crown Prince Gustave Adolf, now Gustav VI Adolf, was proclaimed king amid mourning crowds and a formal oath of allegiance. Queen Sophia, the royal family, and state officials witnessed the transition as Sweden entered a new era.

Storkholm Lree Oscar T Sweden Oace Montol Hia Aily Oscar Gustave High Mine Kring Oscar Tes Gustave Adolphe Verma Council of Gustave Vo Anen Alregianece Gustave Gallace

Passes Away After Long Unconscious Ordeal

The monarch Gustave V of Sweden drifted in unconsciousness in his final hours. Queen Victoria grieved as doctors and attendants struggled to keep the spark of life, with brief signs of perception fading in and out.

Oscar Sweden Heiais

Daily Journal Delivers Citywide Service for Ne a Week

The Daily Journal announces delivery across the city for Ne a week, offering broad access to news and features.

The Daily Journal the Daily Journal

Mourning Across Nations For a Fallen King

The passage describes public sorrow as crowds mourn a king’s death, with lines of villagers praying and comforting each other. It notes the monarch’s passing sparks widespread grief and official condolences from Europe, while a family figure Wing Osean is mentioned with an aged birth date.

Experts to test bullets in Brownsville riot inquiry

Washington reports an expert analysis of bullets submitted for the Brownsville investigation. The analysis suggests the bullets were not fired by the army at the time of the Brenoville riot, with General Crozier concurring. The bullets analysis and Crozier's correspondence will be reviewed by the Senate committees on military affairs at their meeting tomorrow.

Washington Dec Brownsville Senate Brenoville Croales Ardhaice

Ill Fated Pit on Fire at Monongah West Virginia

Six days after the deadly explosion at the Montour mine, fifty six hours after the disaster three and eight of the Ppatmont Coal Company but fifty three bodies had been recovered. Rescue teams resumed work but surface conditions hindered immediate burial. The company stated one bereaved is in need and will be cared for.

Monongah W. Va Uit Ne Patrmont Coal Company Aedia Thomas Tts

Federation and rail rates spark labor protest in Augusta

The Federation of Labor press release by president D.T. O’Connell criticizes railroad rate cuts and pushes for broader anti tariff legislation, linking southern unrest to hours and layoffs. A separate note from Rome signals measures on sacred manuscripts as part of church rites.

Augusta Cor Federation of Labor Latts O'Connell Une Gildhott Ping EN Rome Dee Carolinn Cretond Congress of Sacred Rites and Sacred Relics Duis Pope Philx Ping TX

Fire Rips New Berlin Building Complex

A large blaze devastated the New Berlin area near Jacksonville. Fire crews battled flames at a row of structures including a bank and a tin plant. Damages were extensive and the cause remains under investigation with no injuries reported.

New Berlin Ateksonvile New Thor Jacksonville Syn Wierreit & Boye Ton Bank Bildligs

Rochester A Watershed Case Nears Final Day

A garbled clipping describes a Rochester water case with parties including Dee and Now, a court order closing Saturday, and a test action viewed as possible. Austerly, the intended compliance was emphasized, with references to life shoes and a ride.

Rochester

Taft Delayed at Boulogne in Heavy Weather

A brief report notes President Taft aboard the steamer Gaunt was delayed at Boulogne due to heavy weather. Secretary Tot and other officials were aboard, with the voyage postponed as rough seas and wind slowed progress yesterday.

Taft Boulogne Bouvlogne Gaunt Merety

Unclear Text Alert Leaves Readers Guessing

The fragmentary OCR passage is unreadable in places and mentions names and actions without clear context. It remains a partial item with numerous garbled words and missing details, making the event or subject uncertain.

Mouddha’s Tautetst: Two-Pole Travel Device Described

A fragment describes a device called the toutetst fa Maudhivusear mene trav el, built from two poles six feet long with a Beat and feet rest. It notes construction details but lacks clear context or full explanation.

Solid Gold as a Legal Definition and Carat Stamp Reform

The article discusses the long standing misuse of the term solid gold, its legal definition and the push to replace it with carat stamps. It explains how alloys are used to improve durability and the need for accurate marking of gold content to protect buyers and honest jewelers. It notes potential congressional action to abolish the term solid gold and require carat stamping, with penalties for mislabeling. It also includes various anecdotes on royal and religious topics and a magazine note on Tattersall's exclusiveness.

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