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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1905
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR text references a Fresport journal and an International union with labor in mechanical departments. Readable elements mention a label and recognition for art used, but specifics are missing. The item appears to be damaged and lacks concrete events, dates, or names to summarize further.
B G Cooper announces candidacy for county treasurer subject to Republican primary decisions. Thomas O 8 12 4dewtt.
Everett Olson and J T Brubaker announce their candidacy for Sheriff of Stephenson County, subject to Republican primaries. The notice lists supporters and formal declaration of candidacy under party rules. The document reflects early 20th century local political filing language and county-level election context.
WILLIAM W. KRAPE announces candidacy for member of the General assembly of the State of Illinois subject to Republican voters in the eleventh senatorial district primaries. He seeks the party decision in the upcoming primaries to be held by the Republican voters.
Alfred Hoefer visits friends at Polo and many others are mentioned as guests, travelers, or locals returning from Chicago, Madison, or other towns. The item notes New Year closings for coal and lumber yards, church rehearsals, and officials traveling to Dixon for meetings and subpoenas in a Chicago card of Trade case.
Indigestion is overcome by Kodol Dyspepsia Cure which digests what you eat and lets the stomach rest to recuperate. The remedy relieves indigestion gas sour stomach heartburn and other symptoms while aiding digestive organs to transform foods into rich red blood. Sold by all druggists.
United States minister John Barrett writes to his mother about his journey to Bogota Colombia from New York in three weeks by river rail and mule caravan. He details the ascent through the Magdalena valley, naming towns La Dorada Honda Villeta Facatativa and Bogota and notes the cool climate high altitude scenery and the span of the trip. Barrett describes the legation house reports on its layout and his hopes to improve relations between the two republics while noting Thanksgiving plans and courtesy from local officials.
The Y M C A announces Edwin Brush Company Magicians appear Monday night as part of the Star course with reserved seats at 50 cents. A men’s mass meeting Sunday features speakers H A McGill E Sanford J M Lapp and D Y McMullen, each limited to ten minutes. Next Wednesday the Edison moving pictures return with a new set of films at the Y M C A.
Orlo J. Price, pastor, announces a ten days series starting Sunday morning December 81 for spiritual deepening and kingdom outreach. Rev Warren P Behan of Ann Arbor will assist, delivering up to date gospel messages with strong personal appeal. Bible study afternoons and children’s meetings will run, with parents urged to attend with their kids and invite others to join the public services.
D L Gregory of Hope Texas reports quick cure from a bad sore and says the salve is also good for sore eyes. The advertisement notes a price of six and a half cents at Joseph Emmert’s drug store.
A historical survey shows Carroll County’s long crime record from early cases in 1841 through recent event in Savanna and nearby towns. Notable items include the hangs of Joseph O’Niel, the killings by Charles LaShalle and Billy Meyers, and the 17 year old Jesse Kosher’s life sentence for the Savanna rock assault.
Lyman H. Howe presents the living history of the Port Arthur siege at the Grand Opera House on New Year's afternoon and evening. The account covers the epic clash between a renowned modern army and a steadfast defense, highlighting intense efforts and dramatic surrender.
Members of The Sambo Girl company, bill titled act, arrive at the Grand tonight after traveling over the Northwest.
A special coach carried a large audience to a Cedar Rapids event this afternoon. Eva Tanguay, a widely known actress, headed the attraction.
Two cyclones rage through the Grand Opera House nightly as The Wizard of Oz packs immense audiences in Chicago. Fred Stone and Dave Montgomery star in a novelty filled production with laughing routines, clever makeups, and a football song sensation that keeps patrons talking after each performance.
Studebaker theatre in Chicago hosts Henry W. Savage superb production Woodland a bright Aurubonesque musical frolic to Christmas audiences. Old favorite Harry Bulger returns in the leading comedy role as King Blue Jay with a new topical song Brother Masons provoking laughter.
Fire department responded to a blaze at Charles Lawver’s residence in West Freeport this afternoon around one oclock. The fire started in the front bedroom on the second floor, likely from children playing with matches. Curtains and bedding were destroyed with no further damage. Department No. 1 arrived six minutes after the alarm.
Mrs. John Yemplemeier appears on the pick list while Walter Tappe is listed as sick. Mrs. H. Poffenberger remains very low and Henry Lichten berger’s condition is unchanged.
A gasoline stove exploded in the Troy restaurant kitchen around noon while repairs were underway. The fire reached the ceiling, workers cut through plaster to contain it, and the second floor was kept safe. Damage estimated under $100. cause remains undetermined.
A compact promotional verse for Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea by Joseph Eumert advising to marry the loved one if fortune frowns, claiming the tonic will help. The line suggests a product endorsement within a period tone.
A local advertisement announces the opening of New steam laundry. It invites customers to call 792 for laundry pickup with a wagon service and lists the address 164 Van Buren St in Claree’s area.
Letters from Mrs. H. F. Henke describe a South American voyage aboard the Byron from Atlantic crossing to Brazil. Laura Stocks recounts ship life, equator crossing rites, storms, engine rooms, dining, and a shore visit to Bahia and Rio de Janeiro. She notes perils, scenery, and city contrasts, with vivid views of the botanical garden and local commerce. The narrative closes with arrival at Santos and Buenos Aires planning.
Key historical markers note Thomas Becket assassinated in Canterbury Cathedral in 1170. Jesuits expelled from Paris in 1594. first sanctioned newspaper in Russia in 1709 during Empress Elizabeth’s reign. US warship Constitution captured Java in 1812. Ashtabula rail disaster in 1876. severe earthquakes felt in Austria and Spain in 1884. Texas joined the union in 1845. New Zealand Constitutional Charter in 1846. Alfonso XII proclaimed king of Spain in 1874. E V Smalley, famed journalist, died in 1899.
A Cushing Maine man, W. M. Sherman, reports lasting relief after three bottles of Electric Bitters. He claims the tonic cured kidney inflammation and recommends it to sufferers, asserting it remedies malaria stomach issues and general debility. Sold by Jos Emmert druggist for 50 cents.
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