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Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1896

Page

8

TWO BAZAARS AT KNIGHTS OF THE GLOBE HALL AND FIRST METHODIST

The Martha Washington Garrison Knights of the Globe hosts two bazaars and sociables, one at K G hall and the other at First Methodist Church. A large audience attended last night, with numerous booths, raffles including a piano and gold watch, and plans for a raffle drawing and a supper with ice cream this evening.

Knights of the Globe Hall First Methodist Church Martha Washington Garrison Knights of the Globe K. G. Hall John Louis Morgan Laura Clark Eva Armour Jean Knowlton Allen Dunn Carolee Webster Cornet Nellie James Edward Adamson Maud Elson Edith Held Roy Miller Ralph Aiken Sunshine Aiken Mae Bhilling Helen Mansfield Will Dunp Llewellyn Hollig Esther Barth Edith Burrell

Wheel Model of 1897 Promises All New Improvements

The 1897 bicycle models promise major changes with new hubs cranks shafts fork crowns and seat bar systems. Makers push flush joint connections heavier frames and expanded fasteners while many still keep 96 style lines. Innovations emphasize road suitability and genuine modernization across brands.

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Minor Items From The area

John Miller of Polo visits Freeport friends. George W Curtiss is visiting Freeport relatives. J Brown Taylor travels to Rockford on business. Mrs Saul and Mrs Grattelo visit friends at Ridott. Marriage license issued to Ellis Gramley and Lizzie Pfeil of Lancaster township. Rev Funk of Harper to preach at Third Presbyterian church tomorrow at 7 30. Public library likely at Durand urged by citizens. Prof Tamm to meet the People s church chorus at Knights.

John Miller Polo Freeport George W. Curtiss J. Brown Taylor Rockford Saul Grattelo Ridott Ellis Gramley Lizzie Pfeil Lancaster Township Rev. Funk Harper Third Presbyterian Church Durand Tamm People’s Church Knights

Light Bearers Bazaar Brings Large Crowd to First M E Church

The Light Bearers organization of earnest young Christians hosted a church bazaar with supper in the parlor. Bright maidens ran booths selling nickels and dimes, candy, fancy articles and scripture cake, attracting a large turnout and yielding funds for seat posts and handlebars.

Fred Altenbern Alice Watson H. B. Erb Chas Stoneman H. Verbeck Mansfield William Simcox N. J. Keck Katie Foy Mabel Altenbern Blanche Knipschild Loretta Knipschild Emma Shaffer Ida Snyder John Aue Wm. Green L. J. Vincent Phil Hake Rose Gleason Emma Schmidt Ida Meyers Neva Alenderfer Dr. C. H. Verbeck Samuel Aue Charles Bender Charles G. Keck Light Bearers M. E Nicklea Maud Aurand Florence Harting Grace Hoover Sadie Zeiders Etta Wood Jessie Godana Florence Briggs Ida Rohland Anna Hea

Electric Bitters Ad Claims Female Health Benefits

An advertisement promotes Electric Bitters as a remedy for female complaints health issues and nervous symptoms. It asserts relief for loss of appetite constipation headaches faintness sleeplessness melancholy and dizziness with a guarantee of health and strength. Available for fifty cents at Emmert & Burrell's drug store.

Emmert & Burrell

Sabbath Services in Freeport Churches

A consolidated listing of Sunday and weekday church activities in Freeport. Denominations include Christian Science, Grace Episcopal, Holy Communion, Memorial Lutheran, Trinity, Revival meetings, Baptist, German M E, People’s Church, Salem Evangelical, and United Brethren. Details cover service times, Sunday schools, youth programs, and weekly revival themes.

Freeport Fry’s Block Grace Episcopal F. W. Keator Burday Oak St T. Alberding Wm. C. Spencer B. A. Palmer M. E J. F. Hartke W. H. Rolfing Galena Epworth League People’s Church George Brayton Penney G. Hall Howard Udell Geneva Salem Evangelical W. B. Rilling United Brethren Church Rev. E, O

A Household Treasure Tried and Trusted

Canajoharie resident D W Fuller says Dr King's New Discovery always gives best results and would not be without it. Catskill druggist G A Dykeman reports eight years of use with no failure. Trial bottles free at Emmett Burrells Drug Store. regular sizes 50c and 1.00.

D. W. Fuller Canajoharie N. Y Dr. King G. A. Dykeman Catskill Emmett & Burrell’s

Guessing contest at local store offers groceries as prizes

G A Huenkemeier hosts a Saturday guessing contest where Flour Tea Coffee and other groceries are given to top guessers. A special sale continues with advertised bargains, nut box exhibit, and prizes including flour coffee tea and buckwheat. Fresh celery lettuce and oysters are also advertised.

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Holiday Specials in City Grocery Sale Ad

Saturday December 12 shoppers are offered New York apples at 1.25 per barrel and multiple bargains including beans 4c a quart and potatoes 26c a bushel. The ad touts lower prices across groceries with a claim of more value per dollar than any rival west of Chicago. A 15,000 pound candy shipment and a carload of Christmas trees are highlighted.

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Saturday's Sale Promotes Holiday Goods Display

Saturday's Sale offers larger variety and inducements for forenoon shoppers. Customers receive specific paper doll freebies with purchases, including 10c, 25c, and $1.00 levels, featuring American beauty and Tuck's finest designs as lithographic colors.

Tuck

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Haviland & Co C. H. Little & Co China A. Vernon Hari Brewster House Second Presbyterian James D. MccCaughtry First Presbyterian C. Ee, Dunn Globe Hall Hatte Barton Kerlin Baptist Church Phoenix G. A. Huenkemeler G. A. Huenkemeier Ha, Scholz Candy Department F A. Schulz Stephenson St Illinois Z. T. Turner
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