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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1908
Page
2
Mme Napoleon Duceppe of Montreal testifies that Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment cured her three daughters of eczema and a neck skin injury in one night. She says the products are indispensable in every home and continues using them for family sores. May 21, 1907.
A testimonial from Mrs. EB. F. Ryder of West Brewster Massachusetts dated April 29 1907 reports a chronic foot ulcer lasting over a year healed after eight months of using Cuticura Soap Cuticura Ointment Cuticura Pills. The ad promotes Cuticura as a complete external and internal treatment for all ages with prices and ordering details from Patter Drug & Chem Corp Boston Mass and offers a Cuticura Book on Skin Diseases.
Public notice in Stephenson County Illinois Circuit Court on the Chancery side shows Harry K Bolender, a ward described as feeble minded, with Joseph W. Sherbondy as conservator seeking court orders to sell his ward's interest in real estate. The defendant is Sarah E. Bolender. The sale target is the east half of the southeast quarter of section 31, township 29 north, range 9 east, containing 8 acres for ward support with proceeds reinvestment options. March term 108.
Pending cause in the Stephenson County Court of Chancery. Complainants Franeldilin Kline and others seek partition and removal of clouds on title of parcels described as part of the east and west halves of sections in Stephenson County Illinois. Defendants include Samuel Hattbun and numerous heirs and unknown owners. The summons issues for appears on a bill of complaint. The next term is the March term at Freeport.
A Kansas City Kansas advocate cites bank presidents and business leaders claiming prohibition increased deposits and business, with higher home building and school enrollments. He notes crime costs fell, courts closed fewer cases, and charity burden eased as saloons closed.
Mr Trickett argues prohibition towns in Kansas show booming prosperity while open drinking dens persist in Leavenworth Atchison and Pittsburg, yet Kansas City Kan and others see population gains in Watasa City Wichita Topeka and Parsons. He claims the law spurs growth across the state despite exceptions.
The Attorney General releases a public letter interpreting how the local option act applies to anti saloon status. It covers town and city submissions, election timing, petitions, and effects across town city or village boundaries with precise rules and ballot placement.
The advertisement touts Lley's money and Var as cures for obstinate coughs and expelling the cold from the system with a mildly laxative effect. It is guaranteed and packages feature sennine as a key ingredient in a yellow pack.
Dr W E Ruston resigns as president of Dubuque Presbyterian seminary and remains professor of sacred languages and literature. Former Freeport native and son of John Ruston Lincoln Avenue, replaced by Rev Cornelius M Steffens D D as new president at a special board meeting.
A Feb New York dispatch reports Senator Thomas Co. Platt excluded from the state’s Big Four for Chicago. Governor Hughes slated to succeed him as the dominant political figure, marking Platt’s retirement from Empire State politics. The Brethren of the Amen Corner dinner at the Fifth Avenue hotel gathers governors, US senators, and party bosses amid the shift.
State party leaders debate who will fill four at large seats with Platt and Depew potentially skipped. Root and Cortelyou may be dropped as Hughes allies press for Schurman Low and Black as district choices amid shifting power in the state organization.
Christian Science debate frames God as Spirit not matter and denounces Christian psychology as Christian materialism. A. Conant of Rockford visited Freeport, noted amid discussion of Mrs Eddy, healing, and unity of Spirit.
A historic note explains Groundhog Day on February 2. If the groundhog sees his shadow at noon, six more weeks of winter follow. if no shadow, spring arrives early indicating milder weather ahead.
Joseph KE Sibley spent the day in Chicago. KE Rankin of Rockford visited Freeport. A D Chatelle of Janesville made a business call here. TY Rafferty of Lena called on friends. Fredricks of Elgin was a business caller elsewhere. Hazen of Rockford called on friends last evening. E J Schreck of Elizabeth called Edw Degunther of Davis. Robert Brooks of Polo visited Freeport. Morton Frazier of Polo spent the day with friends here. H J Leonard of Henney Buggy Co. was in Chicago on business. M I Rhodes left for Polo to visit his old home. Charles Nieman returned from a northern Wisconsin trip. Belle Trotter left for Polo to visit relatives. Mr and Mrs Henry Dorman left for Albuquerque for several weeks. Mrs William Jones and Mr and Mrs Arthur Shay left for Kewanee for a week or ten days. J R Waddell and daughter left for an extended southward trip via New Orleans.
The Fier post office entry shows names of residents and businesses with letters waiting, including Anderson, Miss Agnes Mantina, Mrs. Penny Bike, Miss Pearl Meyers, Mrs. A. Smith, Mrs. Hill, Miss Pinkey, and others. Persons calling for these letters are asked to state advertised February 1, 1908. ATKINS, Postmasters.
An advertisement claims a home treatment for piles using a new absorption method. It promises immediate relief and permanent care and invites readers to send their address to Mrs. M. Summers in Notre Dame Indiana for a free trial with local references if requested. No payment is requested.
Levi Sherman transfers lots 7 8 and 9 block 2 A C Allen's addition Lena to William Lam pert for 275 dollars. George Ruston transfers lots 7 and 38 block 4 Crocker's addition to Charles Costanze for 1400 dollars.
Members of Franklin No. 78 will meet Sunday at 2 o clock at their hall and attend the funeral of Brother Fred Meise in a body. All members are requested to be present.
The Ministerial association of Freeport will hold a meeting in the Y M C A parlors on Monday at 2 p m. A full attendance is desired.
The note promotes Fo ley's Kidney Cure as a remedy for kidney and bladder trouble, claiming it can stop irregularities and cure cases within medical reach. It mentions J. Moogk and Wm. Jungkunz.
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