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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1908
Page
1
Mrs Margaret Primmer of Plattin Missouri recounts severe foot sores four years ago with cracked bottoms and pain. After trying many remedies a neighbor recommended Cuticura Ointment. She bought the Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills for one dollar and says her feet were cured and have not troubled her since. She praises Cuticura for life.
Matthew B Marvin as executor of John Wareham deceased offers for sale at the Freeport courthouse on December fifth at 2 pm several parcels in Freeport Stephenson County including Lots 10 and 9 in block 80 original town, and other parcels in Crockers Addition Archade and Ziler Additions. Terms are cash with a deposit. purchaser pays deed delivery. Marvin reserves right to reject bids and invites inquiries.
A reader recalls Freeport's growth from a simple 1850s village to a bustling city with streetcars and interurban lines, noting the Lincoln Douglas debate of 1858, river power, telephones, and the pride of veterans on Court House Square. The piece honors early settlers and the enduring spirit of progress shaping the town.
A long list of visitors and returning residents arrive in Freeport for Christmas and holidays. William F Boying returns from northern Wisconsin, Rufus Foster visits from Chicago, Eugene Munn from Omaha, Mrs. Nellie Pearce from Elizabeth, and many others including Miss Jesse Oldt from Dubuque, Alfred Zapf from Chicago, and J B Adamson from Denver, all spending time with local relatives. Families welcome guests such as Dr S J Best, H Wier, Mrs Lebkicker, the Sibleys, and the Kauffmans, with local residents also hosting travelers and relatives visiting for the holiday season. Further arrivals include Harrison McCann from Kansas City Veterinary College and J J Dillon from Waco, Tex, among others.
The speaker honors late Hon. R. R. Hitt, praised for two decades of foreign affairs work and Lincoln’s stenography. Gen. Smith D. Atkins, postmaster and Civil War general, is saluted for his politics and Journal editorship. A fond farewell note recalls 92nd Illinois veterans and lasting friendships in the historic city.
In nature nothing happens by chance an avalanche forms from tiny atoms building weight until a break occurs. Baldness results from small scalp germs that thrive quietly before symptoms appear. Newbro's Herpicide stops these germs, preventing baldness and dandruff. Sold by leading druggists. Sample offer via The Herpicide Co Detroit Mich. two sizes 50e and 1.00. Geo F Swarta, Special Agent.
The First Presbyterian Church offered a Christmas morning service including an organ prelude Die Tirten wur dem Felde and other musical items, a scripture lesson, prayers, offertory violin Berceuse by Godard, and a sermon followed by Benediction and organ postlude Hallelujah Chorus by Huodel.
Savanna Journal reports F. O. Lowden states Wim Ellis’s pension application has passed the house and is expected to gain senate approval. The requested monthly amount is $380.
An advertisement questions why Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription is the sole medicine sold by druggists for women’s weaknesses and ailments and why its makers print every ingredient on the outside wrapper, urging consideration by poor sick women.
Dee presents the second annual college club dance at the Masonic temple on December 20 Alumni Ball at the Masonic temple and the Machinists Union ball at Lexington hall plus the B of A annual ball and board party at the Masonic temple on January 4 and the winter term opening for the College of Emmerce.
A newspaper card lists a December to January run of films and acts. A Wife's Secret and Bioscope Moving Pictures headline matinee and night showings alongside Heart of the Rockies and The County Sheriff. Acts include Billy Link Vaudeville, Howe's Moving Pictures, Mason and Mason, Fast Lynn, Under Southern Skies, and Quincy Adams Sawyer with various matinee and night slots.
Mrs A C Williams of Backy recalls a grave yard cough that nearly killed her and credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving her life. She reports losing fear and gaining 58 pounds after treatment and notes the medicine’s claimed world healing record for coughs colds and lung throat diseases with a guarantee and trial bottle offer at Jos Emmert’s drug store priced 50 cents and one dollar.
Chas Bentley of Freeport excelled in 21 shots, winning nine prizes and scoring 24 or 26 on the German ring target at the Red City Gun club Wednesday. J G Tetlow placed second using a military gun, with many participants present. A clay pigeon shoot is planned for New Year’s Day at the club.
The Grand opera house opens tomorrow with Bioscope moving pictures in both afternoon and evening slots. For three Sundays these pictures have drawn strong crowds and good satisfaction. Matinee at 3 o'clock and evening at 8 15.
H J Moogh and Wm F Jungkunz convicted for passing counterfeit money in a case tied to selling a counterfeit remedy. The report notes the counterfeit act as a substitute for Foley's Honey and Tar and portrays the remedy as a cure for stubborn coughs and lung ailments.
Property listing by J.O. Patines offering a seven room house at 16 Winnebago St with bath, cellar and barn, five lots at Wright and Madison streets, a 36x48 shop with barn and five room cottage, wind mill and water tank, or a complete concrete plant option. New phone 844. December 23.
The notice promotes Saxby and McKee offering feed grinding services for all grain types. Contact by telephone at 387 West Freeport. the item is dated December 21.
The Freeport Water Company announces that water rents are due January 1 1909 at the company office 196 Van Buren Street with a 10 percent discount for payments made in advance. The office will be open evenings December 26 through January 1 except December 27 to accommodate payments. Flat rate customers are urged to take advantage.
Chronology of events from 1811 to 1900 including Richmond theatre fire deaths, Choctaw attack on Osage near Canadian River, birth of Admiral Dewey, birth of Morgan Bulkeley, Hugh Conway’s birth and death, Tybee Island capture, Manitoba premier Harrison, and President Kruger arrival in Paris.
Hoarse coughs and stuffy colds may develop into pneumonia overnight but Fol ey's Honey and Tar is advertised as soothing inflamed membranes healing the lungs and expelling the cold from the system. Names H. J. Moogk and Wm. F. Jungkunz appear in the ad.
The undersigned Brewers agree not to deliver beer on Sundays including Sunday picnics and Saturday nights after 9 o clock, effective January 1, 1909. Buaiser Ohlendorf Schmid Bros Franz Bros Brewing Co Baer Bros Brewing Co Yellow Creek Brewery.
Your chance today to view fall and winter styles offered at reduced prices. Perfect fit and good workmanship guaranteed by F. H. Thoren, tailor. Located at 204 Mackay Block.
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