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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1907

Page

6

Boston elects Republican mayor in tight city race

In Boston, the Republicans won by about 2000 votes over Democrats. Mayor-elect John A. Coulthurst defeated incumbent John V. FitzGerald amid accusations of city hall irregularities and a robust Independence League showing. The liquor licensing vote tilted toward a majority despite clerical opposition.

Boston AL Hibbard John VL Fitzgerald Penn John A. Coulthurst League Witzgerwald Dew Hibbard Ti Democrats Finance Cone

Worcester Goes No License Across Eight Cities

Worcester tops the list of eight cities reporting liquor policy shifts after recent elections. Voters in Lynn swing toward temperance, while Chelsea shows a clear turn against licensing. Worcester and several other towns post gains for temperance. Local races highlight defeats of incumbents and unexpected victories, with Republicans dominant in New Hampshire and Oklahoma sending new senators to the U.S. Senate.

Worcester Dade Lynn Woburh Chelsea Boston Toby BP Thu Fey George Howiard Toston University Stone James Leann Prrson Walter ¢. Wardwell Chanbridge Potterhill Unis Concord New Timmpshire Portsrouth Withacee Lickett Samuel WL Emery Martin V. B. Clark Geeleehed Tiawar Keene Amjbert Mish

Greenwich Observatory to be moved due to growing interference

The Greenwich observatory must relocate as yearly magnetic observations grow less reliable. Nearby large electric works disrupt nautical calculations, while Bolton, Conn. reports no paupers for six months and a population near 600 with a 15 mils tax rate.

Greenwich Bolton Conn Anit Boulton

Chicago's Sunday crusade trials begin in mockery of law

The Law and Order League brings fifty nine saloon cases to Municipal Judge Pakes court with Thomas Chameles of the Savoy as the first to be tried. Eight jurors chosen. none admit regular drinking. State's Attorney Barbour backs strict enforcement amid a citywide probe into Sunday liquor sales. Also notes Indiana Governor James P. Fairbanks discussed as a presidential candidate with support anticipated from Indiana and other states. Bryan holds conference in Lincoln with Idaho Senator Dool, Omaha Mayor Dalton, and Milwaukee Mayor Tort. no statements issued on topics, but political climate under review.

Mylor Asvitt State Barbour Bryan Tincaln Neb Duchois Idaho Dalton Omaha Vitor Tort Milwaukee Tank Toneheam William Dt. Brya Brown Lincoln Democrats

Bank auditor death shadows large agency shortage

An auditor at Banc Agrica la died by self harm amid a £140000 bank fund shortage discovered by authorities. The incident follows a theft report and stolen registered mail, with intruders suspected at a local prostatiee office. The steamer President Grant departed for New York with Secretary Patt aboard.

Taft New York Wrymouth President Grant Patt Iis

Markets Show Mixed Wheat and Corn Quotes at Chicago Board

Quotations from Chicago Board of Trade outline mixed movements for wheat and corn, with various contract months and closing figures. Reports note trading activity, receipts, and livestock quotes, highlighting price ranges and notable shifts across grains and livestock sectors.

Tillman Faces Busy Time as Treasury Target in Senate

The article outlines Senator Tillman's push on financial issues including clearing house certificates and public funding. It notes reactions from Culberson and Clay, and mentions a proposed disclosure bill requiring campaign contribution reporting by committees and managers to the House clerk.

Washington Ald Tielo Senate Culberson Pestis Clay Georgia Pil Wah Tillman Rooke Cillian

Carnegie Gift Sparks Trustees’ Praise at Institution in Washington

The Carnegie Institution trustees in Washington acknowledge Mr Carnegie’s gift of 2000 to the institution. They express gratitude for the generous endowment and pledge to advance research and knowledge for the improvement of mankind through continued administration of the gift.

Washington Carkerte Duns STOO Duscrate Tao Corregee Institution of Washington Express Carnegie Ty Bread Philanthropy Carneste Far Aliseagveny Aginkind

Report on Brownsville investigation delayed by incomplete findings

Senate committee on military affairs postpones release of the Brownsville inquiry report as investigators await further confirmation. The draft includes references to veterans surveys and contested analyses of the deadly spheres, with testimony and proceedings noted from Washington and related figures.

Washington Nec Senate Committee On Military Affairs Prownsville Derownsville Vlee Eormithoe

Daily Journal delivers citywide service for a week

The Daily Journal announces it will be delivered to every part of the city for a full week. This service expansion ensures readers receive timely local news and updates across all neighborhoods.

Evers the Daily Journal

Political intrigue and cabinet notice in old report

Fragmentary dispatch describes a presidential instruction warning cabinet officers about resignations and delegate choices for a national convention, warning against improper influence. Other items note a proposed cut in freight charges for livestock shipments and a senate reading clerk candidacy with about thirty applicants.

Washington Tree Noorplary Bennett Senate Phi Giana

Lawmaker Proposes Pay Rise for Rural Carriers in States

Washington senator suggests increasing the standard wage for rural free delivery carriers from 600 to 1200 dollars. The proposal impacts carriers in North Dakota and neighboring regions amid ongoing fiscal discussions.

Washington Biroghrouch North Dakota

Governor Will Not Act On Court Controversy

The governor returned from Washington and declined to act on the suit filed by Attorney Hart of Minneapolis against the Supreme Court. He noted no charges affecting the integrity of the court had been made and signaled no interference.

St. Paul Dee John Aon Tes Washingtons Finncis Hart Minneapolis Supreme Court Johmena Supreme Courten Gestions Tay Rand New York Sun

DuPage Currency Reform and Wage Conference Report

Report of currency reform talks led by Rep Charles No Mowler and Thimnilton of Toppeston on wage conference outcomes. New York notes indicate wage reductions and a push by workers toward a 20 percent raise, with antifa proposals mentioned. Havemeyer succession referenced and sugar industry leaders named in connection with corporate shifts.

Chota Dee Charles No Mowler New Persey Clatimitn Gama Delun Thimnilton Toppeston

Fragmented OCR Entry on Divorce Petition Mentioning Dye and Dye

Fragmentary text mentions a divorce pursuit and a named party Mrs Dye Seussit Yerlates with unclear details. No clear date or full names or locations are readable.

Dye

Soap Through the Ages: Gauls to Pompeii

An examination of soap in ancient times traces its use from Gauls hair dressings to biblical mentions. It covers early cleansing substances, origins of the word soap, Roman and British production, and archaeological finds showing soap making in early Christianity. The piece references Pliny, Galen, and historical soap cultures.

Job Jeremiah Borith Sep Ravenna Brance London Bristol Hk Sismondi Chiithenighe Pompeii Pliny Vesuvius Cirtles Galen

True Charity and Virtue in Everyday Deeds

A reflection on charity as action. The text equates charity with aiding others, removing obstacles, guiding peers to virtue, and simple acts like smiling. It asks what lasting wealth a person leaves behind, framing true value as good deeds.

Angela Mohammeal

Good Actions Practiced Over Time

Fragmentary text discusses practice and habit formation. It notes how repeated pleasant actions become a habit through frequent repetition and continued effort. No clear individuals, places, or events are identifiable.

Wild slang shocks reader in odd town vent

Fragmentary column notes Marma Mrs Oldcastle reacting to a new Shakespeare blouse this afternoon while crowd chatter and slang draw amused reactions. A stray line mentions visits to Buren and Ubteige Record iterard, with bemused exclamations.

Marma

No Joke to Him In Laughs Over Dithfulty Pocket

The fragment mentions Teto de Vena and L'Olenon in a banter about a joke on a woman's pocket. It states a man marries a rich wife, set in Los Angeles Thres. The text is incomplete but suggests a social vignette.

Teto de Vena L'Olenon Stalling Los Angeles

Solitude Gures Crying and Self Cure Test

A fragment from the New York Press reflects on crying and self cure while a lone speaker recalls hardship and fear. The text hints at isolation and emotional struggle with sparse lines and unclear context.

New York Press

Fragmented Notice on Personal Choices and Reuse

An unclear fragment discusses a person named Mrs. Cohu Yolt and a claim about disrupting someone by taking money. It references a refusal to reuse a Caburet-Bewuse item due to not all of it being taken, with a note on weekly timing.

Cohu

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