Personal Record of Freeport Travelers and Visitors
A compilation of daily movements and visits showing Ray Butler Lena, Ed Hart Beloit, F. L. Ritchie Jefferson, Ralph Ickes Waterloo IA, Miss Anna Dirksen Chicago, Jay DeVore Chicago, Samuel Daughenbaugh Eleroy, Herbert Conner Amboy, C. A. Birdzell Champaign, P. S. Baker Janesville, J. J. Loetz Milwaukee, Mrs Theodore Hea to Peabody Kan, S. Schreiber Seward, John J. Nolan Shannon, W. H. Sears Rockford, T. M. Priestly Mineral Point, Joseph Newman Elgin, Mrs LeRoyster Mt Morris, Miss Effie Diehr Forreston, E. D. Herbert Mt Morris, Mrs M Sauer LeMars, Nora and Audrey Banks Clinton, Charles J Anderson Shannon, J. Kk Adamson Louisville, Edward Adamson with parents, John Burrell Mattie Holderby Vermilion and Clinton Miller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Timms
Amboy
Thomas Mayer
Chicago
F. L. Ritchie
Jefferson
Freeport
al Eisenhower
Dixon
Ralph Ickes
Waterloo
Anna Dirksen
Jay DeVore
Samuel Daughenbaugh
Eleroy
Herbert Conner
John J. Nolan
Shannon
T. M. Priestly
Mineral Point
Joseph Newman
Elvin
LeRoyster
Mt. Morris
Effie Diehr
Forreston
J. L. Wareham
E. D. Herbert
Ogle County
Charles
Anderson
John Dickinson & Co
Board of Trade
J. Kk. Adamson
Louisville
Ixy
W. E. Birr
Edward Adamson
John Burrell
Mattie Holderby
Vermilion
S.C
Deed Recorded For Cedarville Property Transfer 1874
A warranty deed dated July 24 1874 transfers part of lot 140 Cedarville from John W Henney to John Shaffer for $2000. The document was filed with the circuit court clerk and attested by M Montilius then notary public Buckeye township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedarville
John W. Henney
John Shaffer
Circuit Court
M. Montilius
Buckey
Baumgarten Will Filed in San Diego Probate
The will of the late Albert Baumgarten, who died in San Diego, California, has been filed with the county clerk for probate. The brief document states that all his property shall belong to his wife, Mrs Manus Baumgarten.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Baumgarten
San Diego
Cal
Badly Mixed Up and Healed by Electric Bitters
Abraham Brown of Winterton NY suffered heart disease kidney trouble blood poison stomach and liver complaints. His wife advised Electric Bitters. One bottle cured more than five doctors. Guaranteed to cure blood poisoning weakness and stomach liver and kidney troubles by Joseph Emmert druggist. 60a.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abraham Brown
Winterton
Joseph Emmert
Chicago Wedding of Edith Brad ford Wiles and William Selman Bird
The quiet Wednesday evening ceremony at 6711 Woodlawn Ave Chicago united Edith Brad ford Wiles and William Selman Bird with Rev Edyard Hill presiding. Attendants included Mrs John Ford Card and Henry Jefferson Brown Jr. The reception featured smilax white roses chrysanthemums and a wedding supper. The couple plans to reside at 6711 Woodlawn Ave after February 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith Bradford Wiles
William Selman Bird
Robert Hall Wiles
Woodlawn Avenue
Chicago
John Ford Card
Henry Jefferson Brown, Jr
New York City
Edyard. Hill
McCormick Seminary
Charles Guy Bolte
Wiles
Russell Wiles
Alison K. Bird
Baltimore
Mrs. Bird
Miss Louise Disch and Frank Wildebrandt wed at St Josephs
Miss Louise Disch and Frank M Wildebrandt were married Wednesday evening at St Josephs parsonage by Rev Kalvelage. Attendants included Miss Marie Trunck, Miss Mary Hildebrandt, Jasper Disch Jr, and maid of honor Miss Anna Tigi of Monroe. After a wedding dinner at Mrs Margaret Wildebrandt home, guests from New Glarus Monroe Lena and Scioto Mills attended. The couple will live with the groom's mother at 255 Chestnut street Keeport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louise Disch
Frank M. Wildebrandt
St. Joseph's Church
Kalvelage
Marie Trunck
Mary Hildebrandt
Jasper Disch, Jr
Anna Tigi
Monroe
Margaret Lildebrandt
Chestnut Street
Gordon Place
Hallan Bennett
Scioto Mills
Casper Disch, Jr
Peter Houseley
Barbara Zentner
Casper Disch
New Glarus
David Fritz
Wis
Lena
Proom
Alumni Dance Invite Across Classes During School Event
Invitations issued to all school classes dating back to 1263 for a school dance. A register at the hall will capture Alumni present and their class years. Gibler's orchestra will provide the music for the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gibler
Stag Party of Germania Society Entranced by Games
A large turnout at Germania Society’s stag party enjoyed cards bowling pool and billiards as the social committee’s efforts drew praise. An elegant spread capped an evening of pleasure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jollity
Germania Society
Freeport Social Notes Dance Party Tonight
The Freeport club hosts a board and dancing party this evening, inviting members to enjoy an evening of socializing and music. The event promises a cordial gathering with refreshments and dancing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Freeport Club
LODGES ELECT OFFICERS FOR CHERRY BLOSSOM CAMP
The annual election of officers for Cherry Blossom camp Royal Neighbors of America ended with Margaret Wagner as Oracle and Emma Putnam as Vice Oracle. Other posts filled include Francis Ohlendorf as Oracle, Carrie Kropp as Chancelor, Valeria Taylor as Recorder, Georgia Lloyd as Receiver, Sarah Leslie as Marshal, Carrie Sward as Sentinel, Susan Ashton as Outer sentinel, and Kate Hime as Manager. The installation is planned after the new year. The Ladies of the G A R also elected officers Wednesday with Mrs. Alice Kauffman as President and Mrs. Sophia Fireley as Senior VP. Other officers include Mrs. Lover as Junior VP, Mrs. Anna Shaunnessy as Treasurer and Mrs. Helen Underwood as Chaplain. Conductress is Mrs. Nettie Musser and Guard is Mrs. Mary Coltman. Delegates are Mrs. Florence Hart, Mrs. Anna Shaunnessy, and Mrs. Hoyman, with alternates Miss FE Plummer, Mrs. Mary Coltman, and Mrs. Cordelia Southwick. Appointive officers will be announced later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cherry Blossom Camp
Royal Neighbors of America
Ast
Oracle
Margaret Wagner
Francis Ohlendorf
Emma Putnam
Carrie Kropp
Valeria Taylor
Cgeorgia Lloyd
Sarah Leslie
Sentinel
Carrie Sward
Outer Sentinel
Susan Ashton
Kate Hime
Ladies of the
Alice Kauffman
Sophia Fireley
Lover
Anna Shaunnessy
Helen Underwood
Nettie Musser
Mary Coltman
Florence Hart
Hoyman
FE. Plum
Stephenson Council Elects Royal Arcanum Officers
Stephenson Council No 1986 Royal Arcanum elected officers including Regent M W Graham Vice Regent H H Stahl Past Regent Malcolm Pierce Orator J H Pattison Secretary B A Bookman Collector W H Dresser Treasurer EB H Place Chaplain J D McPherson Guide H W Rowley Warden H B Witte Sentry Dr S H Matter Representative to Grand Council H H Stahl alternate Malcolm Pierce Representative to Hospital Bed Fund Dr KE H Place alternate Charles Sechrist
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Council
H. H. Stahl
Malcolm Pierce
KE. H. Place
Charles Sechrist
Officers elected for G I T A to the B of TE KL
Yesterday afternoon officers for the G I T A to the B of TE KL were elected. Past President Mps. TP A Kyle. President Mrs J W Meyer. Vice President Mrs J Bo Eson. Secretary Mrs Chris F F Rieger. Treasurer Mrs Lois McKeyvern. Chaplain Mrs John Burns. Guide Mrs No A Backus. Sentinel Mrs Wr Smith. The meeting was well attended and Mrs Smith has served as sentinel fourteen years. The new officers will be installed Jan S followed by a social for members and families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. IT. A
B. of TE. KL
A. Kyle
J. W. Meyer
Vicw
J. Bo Eson
Mers
Chris
Ff. Rieger
Lois McKeyvern
John Burns
No A. Backus
Wr. Smith
Stmnith
Sentinel
Jan. S
Annual Ball by Plumbers Union at Lexing ton Hall
The third annual ball of the Plumbers, Gas Fitters and Steam Fitters' union drew a large crowd at Lexing ton hall last evening with over 100 at the card tables and more than 100 couples in the dance hall. Prizes were awarded to Mrs. Henry Pripps, Mrs. Palmer, Mrs. Frank Southwick, Jacob Weller, S. Hemmsmeier and Mr. Meyers. Committees organized arrangements, floor, cards, and doors, with members including O. Culbert, K. Beck, William Hoffman, Robert Suedcka, George Mock Knight, Robert Luedeka, Anthony Kugler, C. L. Gilbert, Randall Lipselild, Louis Center, and Phonas Walsh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington Hall
Amoothly
Henry Pripps
Palmer
Frank Southwick
Jacob Weller
S. Hemmsmeier
Mr. Meyers
O. ©. Culbert
K. Beck
William Hoffman
Robert Suedcka
de. Beck
Harvey Hillina
George Mock Knight
Robert Luedeka
Anthony Kugler
Door
C. L. Gilbert
Randall 1Ipselild
Louis Center
Phonas Walsh
Congregational Meeting for Trustees at First Presbyterian
The annual congregational meeting to elect trustees is set for this evening at the First Presbyterian Church. Prayer meeting precedes at six, and a session meeting will follow the congregational gathering chaired by Pastor H. L. Moora.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Presbyterian Shurch
Tis
TL. Moora
Will of Mrs Louisa Born Filed for Probate
The last will and testament of the late Mrs Louisa Born of Onees has been filed for probate with the county court clerk. The estate is left to her son William Born and, on his death, to his son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisa Born
Onees
William Born
Sick and Afflicted Patient Undergoes Appendicitis Operation
Clyde Wohlford was taken to St. Kraneis hospital today to be operated on for appendicitis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Wohlford
St. Kraneis Hospital
Sehinigh Wins Bowling High Score Prize
Will Sehinigh earned a box of cigars for posting the high bowling score of 202.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Sehinigh
Nurses Shoes for Mom at EK and W Store
A reader notes a pair of nurses shoes with hand turned soles and rubber heels priced at $1.60. The item is offered at the EK and W store location on 12th Lane.
Alumni Dance Invitations Issued by High School
Invitations mailed for an alumni dance at Lesinton on Friday evening in December. Alumni and friends are urged to notify Dr. J. Bowers if anyone was missed. Teachers and board members are invited as guests of honor. many college alumni are expected with friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lesington Tad
J. 2. Bowers
Board of Education
Notice on poultry prices and bond sale by Quigley & Co
Alter Dee offers poultry at listed prices including spring chickens and roosters from 6 percent Stepherson County Telephone Co. bonds sold in denominations of 200 to 500 dollars. Former Breeporters now distant towns request bond sale details. I A Heron will answer inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BEGIS
Forsia Cera
Phe
Stepherson County Pelephone Co
I. A. Heron
Mayer Parson's Mortgage Rate Offer at Cinlens Ave
Mayer and Parson's at 17 S Cinlens Ave offer 6 percent interest on small loans secured by real estate for this week. The note mentions a 12-lodhtwit a 5 but is garbled. the firm emphasizes favorable terms on minor mortgage amounts and real estate security.
Soloists Shine in Stainers Cantata at Freeport Church
The First Presbyterian presented Stainers Crucifixion with Dr Baumgartner directing. Soloists Smedley Kautenberg and Bonn drew praise for rare skill. The choir and Lawver the organist, plus Burrell and Riner as key musicians, earned acclaim for polished, demanding performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Presbyterian Church
Mr. Smedley
Kautenberg
Bonn
Freeport
Moses
Alain
Mr. Kautenberg
Pnio
First Presbyterian
Lawver
Re. Lawver
Miss Burrell
Dwight Riner
Dro M. M. Bannisariner
Foley’s Elon- OY and Par sold with no cure claimed
Millions of bottles have been sold with no one ever experiencing any real benefit from use. The advertisement claims the yellow package contains monopti des or other drugs and urges avoiding all other remedies. The notice directs readers to trust J. Mooek and Wun fe Jungkunz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
J. Mooek
Wun
Fe. Jungkunz
Long Life Is Closed Miss Bridget Kealey of Freeport Dies
Miss Bridget Kealey a Freeport resident for over fifty years died this morning at St Francis hospital after a two year illness. Born in Carlow Ireland ninety years ago she came to America early in life and was survived by two sisters Mrs Thomas Cummisford Monterey street and Mrs Ann Jordan New York City. Funeral set for Saturday at 9 20 from Mrs Cummisford’s home and 10 a.m. at St Mary’s Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridget Kenley
Freeport
St. Francis Hospital
Bennet
Decedent
County Carlow
Ireland
America
Ufe
Miss Kealey
Thomas Cummisford
Monterey Street
Ann Jordan
New York City
James Grace
St. Mary's Catholic Church
DIES IN HER SCHOOL ROOM AT Belvidere
Miss Gladys Blackledge fourteen dies suddenly in South Belvidere High School assembly room after toppling from her seat. Principal Miss Strickler and Prof Levitt assisted. physician ruled death likely instant from heart disease. Inquest planned. family resides near Waite farm south of Belvidere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belvidere
Gladys Blackledge
South Belvidere High School
Fred Bennett
Wallace Difford
Miss Strickler
C. Hl. Levitt
Max
Emerald Blackledge
Cee
Waite Farm
Bovee Place
Herbert
Converted Jew to Speak at Second Presbyterian Church
Next Sunday morning at 10:80 Isaac Alcuzar a Jerusalem native and rabbi's son will speak at the Second Presbyterian Church on from the Rab binical Seat to the Noot of the Cross, recounting his conversion to Christianity. The Altoona Tribune notes his Pennsylvania State Christian Endeavor convention address as magnificent and entertaining. A silver offering will aid his medical mission preparation after being disinherited for embracing Christianity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Alcuzar
Jerusalem
Jerusalem University
Second Presbyterian Church
Altoona
Tribune
Eivene O
State Christian Endeavor Convention of Pennsylvania
Afcazar
Alctizar
Presbyterian
Efort
Funeral services for John Nuesse announced
The funeral will depart from the family residence at 100 Cottonwood Street tomorrow morning and half an hour later from St. Josephs Church. Rev. Fr Kalvelage will officiate and interment will take place at the German Catholic cemetery. Pallbearers will be chosen from St Josephs Society. Michael Sehaidt is in charge of arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Nuesse
Cottonwood Street
Oelock
St. Joseph's Church
Fr. Kalvelage
St. Joseph's Society
Michael Sehaidt
Choir Rehearsal Urged for Christmas Music
Members of the First English Lutheran church are urged to attend Friday evening rehearsal at seven o clock sharp to prepare Christmas music for Sunday December ve. all voices expected to sing during the service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First English Lutheran Church Choir
First Presbyterian Church Meets This Evening
A congregational meeting of the First Presbyterian Church is scheduled for this evening, to be followed by a session meeting to elect trustees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Presbyterian Church
Bucklen’s Avenue Salve Endorsed by Le Raysville Merchant
Woolever, a leading Le Raysville merchant, praises Bucklen’s Avenue Salve for piles and other sores. He reports cured and recommends its use. Sold at Joseph Bramert’s drug store for 240.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woolever
le Raysville
N.Y
Joseph Bramert
Useful Gifts for bbim Reminder Gifts for Receiver
Gifts recalling the Giver include fares vests shirts house coats gloves and cravats. The Ko & W offers a selection fitting the theme and occasion with practical apparel and accessories suitable for varying tastes and ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ko & W
Brotherhood Demands Trigger Rail Pay Vote in East and Canada
Railroad labor groups the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen and the Order of Railway Conductors plan a ten percent wage increase demand for 75,000 workers in routes east of the Mississippi and in Eastern Canada. Voting closes December 26, with results canvassed December 28, leading to a January 2 meeting in Chicago to present terms to road officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rcstrike
Mississippi River
Canada
Brotherhood of Rail Way Triinmen
Order of Railway Conductors
Chicago
Morrissy
Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen
Garretson
Cleaned Catarrh Cure Promoted by Cheney & Co
The advertisement claims Holt's Catarrh Cure cures numerous diseases and offers a $100 reward for any case that fails. It asserts constitutional treatment via interceding remedies and urges sending for testimonials, listing Cheney A Co of Toledo Ohio and urging use of Hall's Family Pills for consumption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scdeoce
Ube
Holts
Bufidine
Cheney
Poledo
Tae
Hall
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the Daily Journal
Eget Street
Milnois
Freeport Journal
International Typographical Nion
Excelsior Lodge
A. F
A. M
Evergreen Lodge
A.M
R.A. M
Freeport Council
R. M
Freeport Commandery No
K. T
Koenig—Furniture
H. A. Willmer Co
Cowland Wood
Majesticg Theatre
Bfauerick, Barrett & Con Dewelry
HLA
Rotzler—Jeweler & Opticium
Geo
A. Stemm
Mianos
Radadyesaresaetet S Gow, Harden--Newsdealer
Ray Butler
Ed Hart
Beloit
W. H. Sears
Rockford
William
S. Bird
Tiee
Disch-Hildebrandt Nuptials
Social Notes
Royal Arcanum
Congregational Meeting
Benj, Quigley & CO
IK Stainer
DR. Baumgartner
Bridget Kealey
Hhere
Brotherhood
Cember
Tors
Pennsylvania Railroad
Pittsburg
Wabash Railroad
Faye Ooo
Majestic Theatre
Mr.a.c.j. Gaffney
Peninsular
Mr. Gaffney
WM. Koenig
N. M. Dyer
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