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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1906
Page
8
Croup remedy guidance urges giving Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as soon as hoarseness or a croupy cough appears to ward off the attack and claims it safe and curative.
A brief comic exchange shows Mrs Newrich accepting French dressing while noting all her gowns come from Paree in a light page moment. The whimsical dialogue reflects social manners and fashion references typical of the period.
The Detroit Free Press notes a clock in Dr Coutourier's Westbrook home, claimed to be the oldest in Maine. Made in London in 1565, it has remained in the doctor's family for generations.
John F. Daly, agent, lists east and west bound train times with daily service notes except Sundays. East bound No 0buffet car parlor option No 202 coach No 204 parlor No 900 cafe parlor. west bound No 201 coach No 908 cafe parlor. No 205 buffet parlor. No 907 parlor. No 211 buffet. Connections include Rockford Beloit Janesville Milwaukee Madison Belvidere Sycamore DeKalb and other routes.
A southern colonel confronts a man named Remus over chickens found in a yard. He asserts the birds were blown there by a powerful hurricane, claiming the birds fell into a pot and were boiled when lightning struck the wood stove.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports Bellinger claimed the bottle held perfume while others argued it contained mulage. He remained unconvinced until he applied the liquid to his handkerchief, continuing to deny the accusation.
The Baltimore American notes Miss Sharpe uses delicate terms to avoid offense and once invited Mr Staylate for a light refreshment before serving a plate of breakfast food during a visit.
Puffem recounts gifting cigars to Mrs Puffem, then a thief steals them at the office. Mrs Puffem apologizes, and Puffem expresses mutual regret. Chicago News notes steamship industry context with vessel counts.
The notice advises careful eating to avoid dyspepsia and bowel trouble and recommends Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a pure digestive tonic. It claims the product acts on stomach liver and bowels, preventing constipation biliousness headaches and dizziness, with money back if it fails. Sold by druggists for 50 cents and one dollar.
Washington reports First Assistant Hitchcock details postal worker pay gaps and rising resignations. His plan suggests six pay grades from 600 to 1200 yearly with gradual rises, added annual leave, and an eight hour workday to curb overtime averaging about 45.79 minutes daily.
San Francisco authorities received marked copies of Kakuumei The Revolution a Berkeley publication by the Japanese socialist party urging overthrow of the mikado king and president. The article links to Roosevelt over the Japanese school question. Copies were sent to educators and turned over to federal authorities.
In Rome the pope greeted M. Santos-Demeant in a private audience and offered congratulations for his recent successes in aviation. He wished him further and complete triumphs in future endeavors.
Lee Holder an 18 year old youth, son of Rev J P Holder, was arrested in Union City Tennessee after the murder of the Reverend’s relative Thursday night. The charge of parricide is entered against him as the investigation continues.
Miss Madeleine Ives Croddard wed the Marquise d'Andigne at Colonel Robert H. Goddard's home in Providence Rhode Island on Pec 31. The ceremony united prominent local families in an intimate residence affair.
Honolulu dispatch reports a suspected plague case found on the Pacific Mail liner Coptic after its arrival from the Orient. Authorities likely quarantined the ship and began inspection of passengers and crew.
An ad explains that a sprained ankle needs a crutch and rest while an overworked stomach also requires rest. Kodol is claimed to perform the digestive work of the tired stomach and correct the digestive system. It is said to comply with National Pure Food and Drug Laws and is sold by all druggists.
The Daily Journal is available to residents citywide at a rate of 10 cents per week. The offer emphasizes broad delivery coverage and affordable access for all readers.
The Bureau of Plant Industry reports cooperative work with farmers and new crops to bolster northern agriculture. Key advances include a Siberian alfalfa that tolerates 40 degrees below zero, a vigorous Arabian alfalfa, and the Tangier pea yielding up to nine tons of green feed per acre. Explorers also secured live plants of premier foreign rush varieties to aid matting, and sugar beet seed improvements promise single germ to streamline thinning.
A Vermont experiment station pasture infested with moss shows sodium nitrate as a top dressing greatly reduces moss cover and boosts grass growth. Lime and ashes had lesser effects with variable moss kill. Nitrate’s quick action and soluble nature make it useful especially during rainy seasons.
Western Nebraska offers ample water supply and easy soil cultivation compared to ditch irrigation. Elevation and climate closely match Colorado's fruit districts with cool nights, sufficient moisture, and bright sun producing high color and quality fruit.
Experiments, notably from Michigan and Wisconsin stations, show barnyard manure increases swamp soil productivity by raising available nitrogen. In cooler climates with short Kensoyn and slower fermentation, fermented manure is preferred.
Doctor Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin promoted as a universal stomach remedy for all ages. The advertisement claims quick relief and cure with a money back guarantee, available at druggists in 50 cent and one dollar bottles.
All leading hotels restaurants and dining cars serve Mrs Austin's Pancakes for breakfast praised as superior to others indicating a popular breakfast option across venues.
Ex police lieutenant Martin Quinn, 66, lay near death at St Elizabeth's Hospital after being attacked by three robbers in his basement real estate office. Two bullets hit his thigh and groin as the assailants fled, never found.
In Kewanee Illinois on December 31 a 17 month old boy dies after his clothing catches fire while playing with matches in an upstairs room. His six year old brother drags him into a closet and shuts the door. The mother, after smelling smoke, rescues the child but sustains severe burns.
Springfield Ill Dec 81 The state auditor completes county distribution from equalization board results showing Cook county April 1 taxable property value at 2 300 150 110 and the appraised value used for tax rates at 461 850 002 The Northwestern railroad taxes in Cook county on 1 623 750 and next Pittsburg Fort Wayne and Chicago with 1 501 279 appraisement
A man identified as Spencer Murray of Rock Island Illinois died after diving from a bound B and O train as it reached Baltimore. His body was sent to Flora after an undertaker took charge. he was about 60, reportedly well to do, returning from French Lick Springs.
Five merchants in Alton were fined by Justice Nathan for violating the child labor law. J. Z. Rich, a clothing merchant, was sued for employing May Quinn under 16 after 7 p.m. The other defendants were fined for employing underage children.
In Peoria United Kingdom on December 31 Mrs Henry Anderson wife of a prominent retired farmer of Cambridge UL was shot dead in her bed by an unidentified party. A negro arrested at Gadvit fifteen miles away is held as the murderer.
Two men died when struck by a Milwaukee freight train while riding a railway velocipede. Reports identify the victims as Rock Ishend and George Lestie from Bort y rou.
Excursion tickets offered at reduced rates on ten dates from December 21 to January 1 1907. Good for return through January 7 1907 to stations on the North Western Line including Chicago and North Western Railway connections and to other lines. Full details available from agents of the Chicago and North Western Railway.
Piano teacher Harriet M Burbank operates at studio located on Grove Street. Her address is listed as 86 Grove Street with city or borough indicated by surrounding text. No further details provided.
Bemis Pierce famed Indian football coach of Carlisle Indian School led the eleven through the last season with a brilliant campaign showing the Indians’ strategic mastery. His record places him among the country’s top gridiron tacticians.
Carl Bemis guided Carlisle football to its peak under new rules and drilled his players toward success. The team reached its height by defeating the University of Minnesota in a defining game.
The 1900 Princeton football season owes its success to Head Coach Bill Roper and his steady, shrewd leadership. Trainer Val Flood, chosen by Roper, kept players in prime condition and managed injuries so no man was overworked or rushed back. Assistants Jack Munn, Eddie Holt, and G. Poe supported Roper, who earned praise for football tact and judgment.
Edward F. Reulbach of Chicago tops the National League in pitching for 1906 with 19 wins 4 losses and 1 tie a .826 winning percentage. Teammate Three Finger Brown follows with 26 and 6 and an .818 mark while McGinnity leads New York in games 45 and a .682 record.
Champion Joe Gans says Nelson is far tougher than Herman possibly will be in their fight. He notes Herman relies on boxing, cannot punch as hard, and predicts victory with the bout likely ending early before a return to show business on January 7.
Roseben proved himself a superior weight carrier, carrying 150 to 200 pounds in nearly all his races last season. He did not face Salvator in a direct match but impressed by dominating sprinters with his clever running style.
A promotional note urges protection for digestive organs against fermentation and indigestion problems. It promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a simple remedy sold by druggists for 50 cents or one dollar.
The Daily Journal announces a citywide delivery service available to any area at 10 cents per week.
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