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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1908
Page
1
The phrase argues that delaying action because of perceived convenience compounds trouble daily, pressing for decisive timing rather than prolonged hesitation. It frames waiting as an injustice while highlighting growing difficulties that demand prompt response.
Partly cloudy with possible snow flurries in northern Illinois and rain or snow in the south tonight or Sunday. Iowa forecast calls for likely snow tonight or Sunday.
A simple yet impressive funeral service for King Carlos and Crown Prince Luiz occurred in Lisbon at San Vincente chapel. Troops guarded the palace route as European and American missions attended. crowds filled the streets. London observers noted the requiem at St James Catholic Church for the late Portuguese monarch and heir.
Admiral Converse submitted to Secretary Metcalf his findings on criticisms of American naval vessel designs. The report argues the fighting ships of the U S navy, at their design date, were the best in the world and today compare on equal terms with ships of any other navy.
The American battleships, with torpedo boat flotilla, cleared Punta Arenas harbor at 10 o clock this morning en route through the western half of the strait toward the Pacific coast.
Closing board of trade quotes show May wheat at 97 1/4, May corn 61 5/6, May oats 64, May pork 12.02, May lard 7.52 85, May rib s 6.57. Union Stock Yards cattle 400 steady. beeves 6.10. cows 1.76 to 4.65. stockers and feeders 2.60 to 4.60. horse 26,000 strong. meat prices varied from 4.15 to 4.50 for hogs. lambs 3.25 to 4.40. bulk sales 4.35 to 4.45. sheep 38,000 steady 3.25 to 5.40. Quotations furnished by F. J. Miner & Co. Rice Building.
An old advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a cure for la grippe coughs and a preventive for pneumonia. It warns to refuse anything but the genuine yellow package. Names H. J. Moogh and Wm. F. Jungkunz appear in the notice.
Miss Margaret Fry and Miss Iva Swingley shared honors in a Grace Church sacred music recital. Fry’s vocal selections, from Elijah to cradle songs, impressed with expressive power, while Swingley’s organ work, including Dvorak and Berceuse pieces, complemented the program with skillful accompaniment and notable artistry.
The soloist delivered high quality accompaniment with limited organist experience, and Miss Fry's vocal numbers were executed with erase and skill. Attendees praised the recital as uplifting and inspiring, thanking organizers and performers, and noting programs included the words of the vocal selections.
The B Y P A of the First Baptist church held a Valentine party at C C Shoemaker's home on Stephenson Street to raise funds for church repairs. The event drew many friends and featured a musical and literary program amid red and white heart decorations and cupids.
Miss Dora Chapple entertained twenty friends last evening in compliment to the Misses Cody, Stokes and Mc Allister, students at the DeKalb normal school. Rooms were decorated in yellow, pale blue, purple and white. A musical program and games provided the diversions.
Friends of St. Vincent's orphanage gathered yesterday at St. Pius hall for charity. Card prizes went to Mesdames Henry Rotzler F A Raubenheimer and John Hoebel. Sewing prizes awarded to Mesdames John Tappe F Bangasser and Bear.
Miss Carnefix hosts a leap year sleighing party at her former home with guests Misses Carnefix Graham Lamb Abbie aéeet Mabel-Ryan Zenoni Kerch and Hughes. Gentlemen friends enjoyed the ride and the good time at Mr. and Mrs. Rustin's residence.
Fred Rodemeyer received a letter from President Moll of the Wisconsin-Illinois league saying all presidents except Wausau favor fighting the injunction. The letter indicates a venue change will be sought and a March hearing is likely. Oshkosh lawyer John F. Klawin will represent the league as ousting Mau Claire is contemplated. Moll believes the injunction will be dissolved due to business advantages from the proposed move.
John F. Cunneen, a Chicago labor leader and IA of Machinists member, will speak this evening at eight at the Civic League rooms on the fifth floor of the Rice building. He is active in Catholic circles as chief sir knight of Annunciation council No 87, Knights of Father Matthew, and formerly led the Cook County Board of C.T.A.U.
The last will and testament of the late Mrs. Martvuretta Koehler has been probated in the county court. The estate is divided among the children of the deceased. Henry Baier, of this city, a brother of the deceased, is appointed executor. The instrument is dated Feb. 17, 1898. Two codicils are attached to the will.
Former United States District Attorney John H. Hall was found guilty of conspiracy with the Butte Creek Lumber Company to maintain an alleged illegal fence that covered twenty thousand acres of public land.
Charles W. Morse, New York banker, arrived in Liverpool on the Campania this morning and sailed back to New York on the Kurroria this afternoon after receiving a cablegram from New York urging his departure.
The ad promotes Dr King s New Life Pills to regulate stomach liver and bowels ensuring well being. Sold for 25 cents at Joseph Emmert s drug store.
Preparations for the fourth annual ceremonial of Capernaum Shrine No. 4 White Shrine of Jerusalem, at the Masonic temple on Thursday evening Feb 27. Supreme high priestess Mrs Aulina K Dickes will attend with staff. degree conferred and petitions received by 4 p m. Isaac Alcazar to lecture on Historical and Traditional Masonry as Seen by a Native Brother at Freeport Sunday afternoon with no admission fee.
Mrs. Marie Renard files for divorce from Louis Renard, citing desertion as the ground. The couple resides in Freeport, married in Chicago on May 22, 1902, with Louis allegedly deserting on January 15, 1904.
Good News to Women presents Father William's Indian Herb Tablets as a tonic for pale weak nervous delicate women. The remedy claims to quiet nerves, restore energy, improve the step and complexion, and make users well again. Tea or tablets sold at 20 cents by Co P Guenther & Co.
Humorous and beautiful postal card valentines featured for Valentine parties at Pattison and Kroder's. The item highlights a selection of themed cards likely offered for social gatherings and gift exchanges.
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