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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1899
Page
4
Fragment from the Daily Journal showing a subscription notice with a Chicago gate and Freeport post office marks. It mentions daily delivery, price, and mail matter classification, with DEC 11 date and Freeport, Ill. post office references.
Sterling resident G VanSant and his nephew Grant VanSant of Morris plan a world trip beginning Monday while Mrs VanSant stays in Florida for winter. Edward B Perkins, born in Amboy, died at his mother's LaSalle home aged 21 after chronic lung trouble. He left a widow mother a sister Emma and brother Charles. Willis Reams, 40, killed when trench caved in near Paw Paw. Deputy Sheriff Daniel Reams was his brother. E J Jenkins of Sterling holds a paid up policy for J M Barber for 2905.97 but Barber cannot be found. Mayor Maloney of Ottawa vows to contest a 60 cent stamp on municipal bonds. Canal navigation may stay open this winter to protect dam structures. Henry Reed of Albany Whiteside County chased coal riches idea. a drilling project proved the coal a fraud and shaft work cost him 8000 dollars.
A large live bird shoot is planned at Ridott on Thursday December 21. The event features 500 live pigeons 250 ducks 150 turkeys and 100 geese with an open invitation and promises of fair play and a good time for all attendees.
Mr and Mrs Herman Heeren of Shawnee street mourn the death of their ten week old son who died this morning from spasms The funeral is set for tomorrow at 2 PM
Kuehner Bros. have issued a very pretty calendar for 1900 with decorative designs and month pages. The calendar promotes their craftsmanship and offers a visually appealing chronicle for homes and offices in the new year.
A large Freeport crowd went to Madison to watch Wisconsin play Chicago. The score stood 17 to 0 for Chicago. Fans praised Wisconsin for a plucky effort but felt outclassed by the stronger Chicago team.
Freeport Birds claim victory in five of eight encounters as reports describe a Saturday night cook ing main with Chicago and Freeport teams. The result marks a strong showing across the series.
Evangelist Ostrom ends his Freeport series but union revival meetings proceed all week under local ministers. Evening programs at First Presbyterian and other churches feature Rev. Axtell Rev. Dunn and Rev. Burling with praise, prayers, and a final collection to cover Ostrom’s expenses.
Freeport hosts a meeting of traveling men who form Council No. 167 of the Union Commercial Travelers. E. F. Mallory and Chicago officers install twelve charter members, with hopes to reach seventy-five. Banquet at Brewster house follows installation. Also Freeport iron moulders form a union with 75 members. Arnold Levien elected president and officers named.
A rehearsal is set for Tuesday evening in the parlors of the First M E Church from 6 45 PM to prepare Christmas music. Attendees include Mr and Mrs W B Thomas Miss Alice Mattert Miss Cora Mattert Miss Hattie Brigham Miss Etta Wood Miss Ida Roland Miss Grace Hoover Miss Helen Furry Miss Besse Smith Miss Vera Dustman Miss Zoe Hea Miss Emma Hea Messrs Frank Kennedy Howard Markel Charles Garlock plus others named.
Brown and Dollmeyer opened Saturday at a new location drawing hundreds of friends and customers. Visitors received souvenirs and admired the store with its attractive presentation and wide selection of items, described as one of the most complete book stores in the state.
Keller and Fifer announce a social dance to be held tomorrow evening at Blust's hall with music and dancing for local residents.
Emmert and Burrell showcase a striking display of festive novelties in their shop. The advertisement in another newspaper column highlights attractive seasonal items and special offers for shoppers.
The Henney Buggy company operates twelve and a half hours daily at full capacity to satisfy a rush of orders for buggies and other vehicles stressing production.
Miss Salena Casey is reported as afflicted with the mumps in the community health update. The item notes her illness without sensational detail and records the condition for public awareness.
Brave men suffer stomach liver and kidney troubles plus fatigue and loss of appetite. J W Gardner of Idaville endorses Electric Bitters saying they gave him renewed strength and appetite. He claims he can eat anything and has a new lease on life. Sold for 60 cents at Emmert Burrell's drug store with guarantee.
Overstocks suit shop advertises a limited week sale. A $33 suit is offered for 25 dollars with a quick rush implied. The notice signs as the up to date merchant tailor and ends with a personal name hairstyle misspelling.
Last Friday night John Danner, his wife, and two children ate brick cheese at supper and fell ill. The little girl did not eat the cheese and remained well. Dr. Peek treated the family as they lay unconscious and they are now out of danger.
A business meeting of the Woman's Guild is announced to occur at Mrs Stratton's on Tuesday December 12 at 3 o'clock. The notice emphasizes a formal gathering of members and agenda items.
Freeport barbers plan another shop meeting at Burkhart and Balser to organize a union and press for keeping shops closed on Sundays. Also notes promotions for Rocky Mountain Tea claims and a Woman's Guild sale plea for donations by Dec 18 to Mrs W H d Stratton.
Advertisement claims Rocky Mountain Tea will improve digestion and assimilation, build new red blood, and firm flesh and bone. The price is 385 cents. Em mert & Burrell.
Mr and Mrs Fred Brahorse announce the birth of a baby boy. Mr and Mrs Alder report a baby girl born at their home. Chris Lentz and family celebrate the arrival of their daughter.
The Youth's Companion announces a 1900 program with stories of Former Political Campaigns and Adventures of Linemen plus works by Jewett Wilkins Deland Phelps Wharton Chopin and Sangster. Four serials and two hundred other stories will appear. new subscribers get rest of 1899 free and a full year plus a 1900 calendar. Send requests to 203 Columbus Ave Boston Mass.
Some Freeport public school pupils have drawings on display in Waltons Nephews show windows and are worthy of inspection.
The proprietors of Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds have given away over ten million trial bottles. It cures asthma bronchitis hoarseness and all throat chest and lung diseases. Carl on Emmert Burrell druggists offer a free trial bottle. Regular size 50c and 1. Every bottle guaranteed or refunded.
Was the ball that hit G. B. Stead of Newark Michigan during the Civil War. It caused ulcers that resisted treatment for twenty years until Bucklin's Arnica Salve cured him. Also advertised are cures for cuts bruises burns boils felons corns and skin eruptions. Best pile cure on earth. 25 per box. Cure guaranteed. Sold by Emmert and Burrell druggists.
Mrs A C Thomas of 255 Galena street is remembered in a brief obituary noting her residence and final resting place. The notice lists familial ties and service dates as readable in the fragmentary clipping.
A local sale advertises 50 20 ounce blue serge suits at 8.75 each, with many reductions from higher prices. 110 wool suits from regular stock, 60 ulster overcoats, 60 boys reefer overcoats, 23 cent winter caps, fur coats, fleeced underwear, gloves, mittens, sweaters, suspenders, socks, and Monarch shirts discounted. Shoes not quoted.
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