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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1905
Page
8
In Moscow on December 30, cadet factions pressed the revolt as troops failed to clear barricades in the northeast. Gov general refuses talks for pardons and awaits sufficient forces to quell the unrest. Three armed bands resisted surrender, later stormed houses by troops.
Joel G. Van Cise actuary for Equitable Life testified at the insurance investigation committee session. He said Henry Hyde attempted to force higher dividend figures on deferred dividend policies about fifteen years ago. He reported to Vice President Alexander and Hyde was persuaded to concede.
Chicago December 30 forecast calls for fair tonight and Sunday with partly cloudy skies and possible showers in the extreme south region. The outlook suggests mild temperatures with light winds and no significant storms. Local officials remind readers to plan accordingly for changing conditions in the holiday period.
Closing quotations show May wheat at 87 / 88, May corn 44 / 44, May oats 32 g 4, January pork 1 5 .47, January lard 87 .27, January riba 7 .17 20. At Union Stock Yards cattle 300 steady, cows and heifers 1.25 to 4.76, stockers 2.20 to 4.15, hogs 13,000 higher with mixed burghers 5.0 to 3.45, good heavy 5.16 to 5.85, rough heavy 5.00 to 5.10, light 5.06 to 5.28, sheep 20,000 strong 4.40 to 5.00.
Freeport plans a full New Year celebration with closing of shops and banks, factory and store shutdowns, and many social events. A lively night of vigil, bells and whistles signals the transition to 1906, with dances, card parties, and open houses across clubs, halls, and organizations.
Tomorrow at 230 pm a notable meeting for men features talks on The Service of the Christian Man For the Social Interests of His Community by Prof. H A McGil For the Political Interests of His Community by Wmn Sanford For the Religious Interests of His Community by J M Lapp For the Non Christian Men of His Community by D Y McMuhen The Association Male quartet will sing Admission is free.
Two bankruptcy petitions were filed Friday in federal court. Walter Hayes, a Rockford restaurant keeper, reports liabilities of 788 and assets of 472.77. George N. Rogs, a Compton farmer, shows liabilities of 307.60 and assets of 385.20.
County Clerk F. C. Held ia wears a handsome watcheain the gift of his daughter Mrs. J. HH led a Aging Fore Held a.
Dr James A Poling celebrated his thirty ninth birthday quietly until wife Mrs Poling organized a surprise dinner for about twenty guests at 99 Vin Lincoln avenue. Prizes for cards went to F J Young Stephen Steffen and Wm E Fry. Musical items featured solos by the couple and R K Farwell. The home was roses and smilax decorated. a table and stein rack were presented to the host. Dawson mid winter dance draws hundreds to E A Blust hall with Harris orchestra providing music and dancing until 1 am.
Fire swept Swift's restaurant and six brick stores in Charlton's north square destroying real estate and doctors offices, with the post office and contents burned. Estimated loss about 100000 dollars. A separate report from Venice Illinois notes Pittsburg Glass and Plaster factory damaged by fire, losses over 50000 dollars.
Henry Lend of Kickapoo street was arrested at his wife’s request and faced a hearing in Justice Goddard’s court. The judge set bonds of 600 dollars to keep the couple apart pending further action.
The Insurance Press deems Freeport among U S and Canadian cities in grave danger of a conflagration due to frame buildings and owner negligence. It notes 26 Illinois cities share this risk, with faulty construction and inadequate water protection. Freeport recently added firemen, an extra hose cart, team, and hose, after costly fires exposed deficiencies.
The will of Benjamin Sheckler of Lena was probated in the county court. All property goes to his widow. Dated August 27, 1904. Executors named: Thomas Gressinger and H. Sheckler.
A festive dinner menu lists oysters scalloped and shrimp salad along with roast meats and pies. The event includes an evening dance at Seltz's hall with Harris orchestra, admission 16c, contact via phone. Also advertised is a residence for sale on Carroll Street with a 6 1/2 room house, coast front lot, modern improvements, and a moderate price.
The advertisement urges wise lending by investors, warns against over lending, and promotes real estate as the safest security. It notes that every loan is first mortgage, funded personally by C. D. Knowlton, with properties well situated and productive. The firm handles details like collections, taxes, and insurance for conservative investment loans.
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