27 Dec 1898
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1898
Page
1
The advertisement extols the best builders in town and country to choose their lumber. It promises good grades, proper seasoning, and protection from rain and sun to prevent warping, stressing durability and reliability for all constructions.
Wilbur Lumber Co advertises Atlas books for cash lumber purchases only with emphasis on value and prompt service. The line invites customers to pay cash and receive Atlas books as part of the deal, signaling a aggressive sales tactic.
News item notes available stock of children picture books and linen books, along with teachers' Bibles at about half price, plus albums and prayer books. Limited quantities, call for details.
A catalog of fine leather goods and lifestyle items including bags, purses, card cases, toilet sets with mirrors, brushes and combs, leather and plush cases, cut glass perfumes, automizers, mirrors, glove and necktie boxes, manicure sets, pocket knives, razors, shaving sets, powders, soaps, and Guenther's candies priced from 5 cents to 5 dollars. We aim to please in both quality and price.
Dec 27 Havana dispatch notes insurgents in Kalboan hold and allied action as Aguinaldo’s cabinet name and prisoner release rumors swirl. In Havana flags of Cuba and the U S appear over government lines, signaling shifting loyalties amid the conflict.
The venerable Senator Morrill of Vermont lies seriously ill in Washington with lung and heart complications. He is thought to be near death, with death expected in a short time.
Marusoro Massachusetts dispatch reports a general strike among shoeworkers. some plants offer work to those who accept independently of unions, but the response is far from universal. Also noted is the death of writer Isabel Mallon known as Bob and Ruth Ashmore in New York.
John P. Cochrane ex governor of Delaware died today in Mipvietown Delaware aged 90.
A neighborly Christmas scene notes a wild turkey gift to Victor Heise and a shared dinner. H J Moogh the druggist is thanked for cigars. Freeport Chapter No 28 meets to work on M and P degrees. George Snyder smoked a large cigar in Gilbert's store in an hour twenty three and a half seconds. Walter Linderman won a box of cigars for the closest guess. Judge Shaw overruled a motion for new trial in Mrs Mease v city and entered $1,000 in damages. A Christmas program at the German M KE club featured fine student and teacher performances and gifts, pastor and family receiving a parlor clock.
Emmert & Burrell advertise Burdock Blood Bitters as a tonic that strengthens the stomach and makes indigestion impossible. Herman Huber reports a $275 cash register in his place of business in the notice.
Mrs. Michael Curtain of Plainfield Illinois recovered from a lung illness described as consumption after a month of treatment by her physician. A druggist recommended Dr King's New Discovery, and after six bottles she was sound and well, able to do housework. Free trial bottles at En mert and Burrell's drug store. Large bottles priced at 50 cents and 1.00.
A long list of visitors and locals sharing Christmas and holiday stays. Names include Roy Humes, James Hecht, Harry Barber, Frank Koenig, John Hendersk, Gene Heckman, Elmer Horton, C. C. Harting, Martin Eakle, Henry C. Best, Carl Camerer, Clan Roberts, Miss Mary Green, F. E. Thompson, Edward Harish, Wilder Waddell, Mr and Mrs I. J. Wolff, Joe Redlinger, C. H. Stitley, Chas Fee, Miss Edith Robert, Mrs Luscom and son Thomas, W. Emmert, Miss Edith Greier, Edith Boyer, Mr and Mrs M. Be Chi cago, W. E. Cavanagh, John Hoffman, Mr and Mrs A. D. Wright, Miss Nellie Best, Mrs Frank Haas, Ald Cramer, Mrs Emma G. Krape, Mrs Laura and Susie Banfield, F. Stocking, Herman Wagner, Miss Minnie Ziders, Miss Nellie Galusha, Miss Maud Schoch, Mr and Mrs Frank Adleman, Mrs Adleman, Mrs Dr J. H. Calvert, Mr and Mrs Harry Millar, Mrs C. S. Hageart, Capt H. F. Aspinwall. He plans to attend the legislature.
A local vendor urges parents to avoid impure or stale candy during holidays and any time. The shop claims to sell only pure candy at prices that fit budgets. The message mentions Hotster post office block but details are unclear.
The article outlines opening exercises led by Teeginning and H De cutuinn with Lydia Vantsmeier and Alice Slothower participating in primary reading. A round table on the advantages of illustration in school work was led by R W Burton as part of a general business meeting with directors invited to participate. Emmert and Burrell advertise Rocky Mountain Tea as a safe medicinal product.
Bergen's Gut Glass at wholesale with designs and prices. B. Sweet & Co advertise Sterling silver novelties at 60c on the dollar. They claim unbeatable stock and fresh holiday trade goods from their Harpster post office block location.
Readable ad copy touts presents for all, with pocket knives razors scissors and cutlery, pure maple sugar at a discount and ham listed at a low price. It also catalogs book cases sideboards couches and rock-bottom prices on furniture and home goods.
A fragmented item from a museum or exhibit note references Mons and global context, indicating an exhibit discussion or display detail. The readable text is limited, suggesting a catalog or travel note about Mons and worldwide relevance.
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