13 Dec 1887
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1887
Page
1
Local notes from Freeport Illinois detail errands, visits, shows, and events. The entry covers theater, concerts, social gatherings, church updates, and community notes involving residents and visitors, with mentions of the Stover Manufacturing Company, a turkey shoot, and upcoming entertainments at the Opera House.
After a lengthy inquiry Judge Marvin discharged J W Price for lack of probable cause. Prosecution, led by T E Wigren, sought arrest of Wigren for falsely imprisoning Price. Deputy Brubaker pursued Wigren to Forreston, catching him and detaining him until bail was set for a Chicago case. The night featured end of trial, a hasty departure for Chicago, and a social gathering by the local YMCA.
A detailed programme for a Wednesday evening string concert at the High School includes Carrie L. Shelp of St. Louis as contralto and reciter. Featured performers include J I Burreau, W F Barrell, Will Ruston, Cha Best, W S Benson, Mabel Poats, and others with solos by Hayden, Goertz, Balfo, and Bohemian Girl selections. The event starts at 8 o'clock with tickets at 25 cents and refreshments served in the rotunda after.
A column of thanks from Mn. and Mra. T. L. Kuarr and Thomas Lawless family expresses gratitude for neighborly help after a bereavement. The page also promotes skates sharpening by Wittbecker and Millikan, water rent discounts, Silk umbrellas at Elson’s, Dr. Pierce remedies, Dr. Bull’s Cough Syrup, Brubaker candies, Christmas goods, and Elson’s jewelry sale.
Edward Grant advertises the finest sleighs in the northwest with superior painting. Call before buying to be convinced. Terms and prices adjust to current times. Corner Chicago and Exchange streets old stand.
An early warning note warns that giving Chamberlain's Cough Remedy promptly can prevent croup in children. It asserts safety and unsaid ease of administration if kept on hand. The notice also mentions water rents due January 1 1888 with a five percent discount for early payment at the water office.
In a wartime style testimonial, Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is praised as the best treatment for coughs colds and hoarseness advising use at early cold symptoms to prevent progression. A patient credits Dr King’s New Discovery with a dramatic recovery from a severe cold and lingering chest illness. Trials offered at local drug stores.
N B Loos advertises a large stock "from finest to strongest" for removal to the opposite German bank on Jan 1. Elson claims the goods are the largest in Stephenson county with a standout display in Freeport inviting customers to call for the goods. Also Featuring Druan Baueklews Arnica Salve claims best in world for burns bruises ulcers and other skin ailments with a money back guarantee. priced 26 cents per bottle and sold by Emmert Gurreal.
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