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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1908
Page
8
A Washington Star transcription captures a sharp exchange where a statesman questions an energetic citizen about running the government. The citizen asserts confidence, and the statesman replies it would be a pity to destroy that hopeful mindset by electing him to office.
The Bijou presents a diversified bill this week headlined by Talea the girl with the big black eyes. Her costume changes and vocal delivery charm the audience. The Silver Athletes perform strength feats in swinging rings. Del-a-phone offers unique telephone sound tricks. Lizettes and her educated dogs and birds close the act with child friendly entertainment. Leo McCarthy will sing illustrated songs with motion pictures.
Miss Gehr, appearing at the Masonic temple in Freeport on Tuesday evening February 18, brings high praise from Mme Olive Fremstad and Frau Magdalene Muncker. A gifted pianist and adept interpreter of Wagner, she delivers a dramatic rendition of The Flying Dutchman, showcasing one of the most brilliant operas in her repertoire.
For the week of Feb 10 the Majestic presents Nance O'Neil in The Jewess a condensed Leah the Forsaken. McKee Rankin leads a strong cast with Rankin, Baggesenas, La Scala Sextette and Bent Levy the cartoonist as notable acts. The Leightons perform A One Night Stand in Minstrelsy alongside several other acts.
Homer Hostetter holds a copy of the Chicago Journal dated August 10, 1876. The four page, nine column issue features Republican nominees at the top of the editorial column with R. B. Hayes as president candidate and Shelby M. Cullom as Illinois governor candidate. The piece notes the era's artful preservation of arte and contrasts with modern metropolitan publications during active presidential and state campaigns.
George Oblander is confined to his home due to illness. Mrs. Nelson of Lanark was admitted to the White sanatorium for treatment. Willard Richards, recently operated on at St. Francis hospital, has returned home and is improving.
IL G Willis of Minneapolis receiver for the Robinson Miller company visited the city today and conferred with the Robinson Manufacturing receiver about the situation.
Members of the G. W. W. A. club gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McMahon for a party. The evening featured visits, music, and recitations with light refreshments served later.
A brief marriage notice lists George H. Brown of Silver Creek and Martha Carlson, Lloyd Bike of Red Oak, and Lillian A. Wagner of McConnell seeking licenses to wed.
The Nenetsie Washington Thimble Club will meet at 2 o clock tomorrow afternoon at the hall of the Knights of the Globe. Everyone is welcome to attend.
In social circles Miss Nellie Dorsey at 389 Clark Avenue was surprised with a birthday card shower. Friends were invited to send cards, and about eighty arrived yesterday as she works to identify the unique givers.
Miss Martha Carlson married George H. Brown in a morning ceremony officiated by Justice of the Peace Goddard at his office. The bride, a ward of James A. Eells, has resided at his home for several months.
Public invited to Mystic Workers dance and card party on Wednesday night at the hall over the State bank.
Baileyville on February 3 reports Hattie Hayenga returning to Forrest, rental changes as Jacob Nievenhoven and William Fricksen move into local homes, and church and social activities. Rev Dupre will visit Baptist pulpit soon. Local families expect a Greening Nursery campaign and a new baby girl joins Mr. and Mrs. Siemens. A medicine show drew a good crowd at Hill hall.
From Our Own Correspondent. German Valley reports many colds and grippe cases. Notable items include births at Beuth and Symone households, J R Hayunga and O J Reints on the mend, revival attendance down, Rev Schnucker back to work, a birthday surprise for H Soehne, a tree accident injuring Mr Frei leading to amputation, and Dorcas society planning a Kruse home meeting. John Mennenga Sr and others remain ill.
Red Oak Creamery Co filled their ice house under Wm Waite. The year was prosperous and looks brighter. A school entertainment and basket social are planned for February 20 at the new cheese factory. Ezra Rathbone of Orangeville visited last week. A nursemaid from Mendota reports a snowbound train near LaSalle. Bees Laxative Cough Syrup promoted for coughs and croup, sold by local merchants.
The Daily Journal announces delivery to all city areas for 10 cents a week. The notice specifies broad service availability and fixed weekly price.
A dense list of local events runs through February and March. Social dances at Lexington and St Pius halls, recitals at Grace Church, Masonic events, Eastern Star school, German dances, and card parties. Lectures on Early Christianity by Prof. Willett are scheduled for University Extension.
A listing of upcoming showings with titles and dates including The Lilly and The Prince on February 12 and The Lion and The Mouse on February 19. Additional acts include Preston Downey Moving Pictures on March 1 and Mrs Fiske and Co on March 2 with Al Field's Minstrels and Uncle Josh Perkins also scheduled through March 4 and The Red Mill on March 11.
North Galena avenue residents Mr and Mrs John Trunck were surprised by forty friends Monday night to celebrate their tenth wedding anniversary. The couple appeared well and hosted a delightful evening with a sumptuous luncheon and handsome souvenirs given in token of the occasion.
At the courthouse meeting the Northern Illinois Agricultural Association named directors J. E. Taggart C. Leseman W. H. Shona J. P. Kramer Herman Prasse M. B. Humphrey W. W. Diemer James Rezner F. B. Walker John Brute and H. D. Price. The secretary and finance committee report was read.
Wells of New York Boston and Eleroy leads his own band at the indoor circus with smooth entertainment credited to his skillful playing and attentive work on the floor.
A. Anderson widened his lead in last night’s pool standings by defeating J. Cramer in the sole match. The page lists pavers standings with W L and percentages for several players including William Flick and John Place, indicating A. Anderson ahead.
George Moore of Grimesland North Carolina credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving his life after a near suicide. He reports improvement after one bottle and full recovery after twelve, praising it as a remedy for coughs colds and lung weakness. Available at Joseph Emmert’s druggist for 50 cents and 1 dollar.
The board of supervisors convened at 2 PM and adjourned until 10 AM tomorrow. Grand jurors for the March term of the circuit court will be selected tomorrow afternoon.
A midwinter circus event labeled YY is scheduled at the YMCA with performances listed for February 3 4 and 8 and an entry marked 1 80d1w. The notices indicate a community entertainment series hosted by the YMCA.
The funeral of the late Simon Schwarze this afternoon was attended by many friends. Brief services at the home preceded the sermon at St John’s church.
Sam Studebaker transfers part of section 9 in the town of Loren to Samuel A J Pifer for 1526 dollars and 35 cents. The record notes the consideration amount and involved parties.
Footnotes mention good skating at Taylor Park rink drawing families and visitors. The brief notes a pleasant winter scene with clear ice and steady crowds enjoying the facilities.
The report lists closing quotes from the Chicago Board of Trade for May wheat corn oats pork lard ribs and from the Union stock yard for cattle hogs sheep with prices and activity. It notes R B Hall leaving a Oak Place Chicago street laundry to join Gem laundry on South Galena avenue.
An important meeting of the Eagles is planned at their hall this evening. All members are requested to be present.
Foley’s Honey and Tar cures the most obstinate coughs and expels the cold from the system as it is mildly laxative. It is guaranteed. The genuine is in the yellow package. H. J. Moogk and Wm. F. J Sungkung.
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