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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1908
Page
4
The lave is issued by the International Typographical Union to the Freeport Journal recognizing the use of Union labor in its mechanical departments. The accolade marks support for organized labor and printed production standards in the publication.
Masonic dates listed by lodge type include Excelsior No % A F and A M Ist and 8th Friday Evergreen No 170 Ist and 3rd Monday Freeport Chapter No % A A M Ist and 3rd Tuesday Freeport Council No 89 R and S M Stated communication 2nd Tuesday Freeport Commandery No 7 KT Stated conclave 1st and 6th Wednesday
Chalmers Ingersoll a Beloit Wisconsin editor and founder of the Beloit Free Press died after a weeklong illness. A Civil War veteran, he served four years and fought at Gaines' Mills Fredericksburg Antietam and Gettysburg. He was long active in Republican politics and held posts in Beloit including postmaster and senator pro tempore roles.
On Thursday evening the Masonic and Eastern Star lodges in Orangeville held installations. The Masonic installation was conducted by W Moore and the Eastern Star by Alfred Ebel. Afterward members and families enjoyed a supper at the Botender House hosted by Mr and Mrs Henry Botender, with a vote of thanks offered for their hospitality. Joli G C Bear delivered a Penny Pennsylvania Dutch dialect reading called Got leib and Betsy Going Pishing, which was well received.
A Cure for Misery claims to banish malaria poison and chills with Islectric Bitters sold in bottles. R O M James of LouChen South Carolina touts quick relief from bilious attacks and yellow jaundice, saying the tonic purifies blood and aids stomach liver and kidney issues, sold with guarantee at Joseph Emmert's drug store.
In Ridott Ti a holiday gathering at Mr and Mrs Wim Fischer Sr home celebrated Will Fischer s birthday. Friends arrived after his return, enjoyed games and dancing with Hibst Bros providing music, refreshments served late as they toasted a Happy New Year.
The Fraternal Tribunes No 99 held a large meeting last evening. elected officers were installed by supreme secretary Robert Rexdale of Rock Island. A banquet served to 245 attendees. 27 new initiates brought total membership to nearly 300. Reports show the lodge in flourishing condition.
Twelve young men attended a Thursday dinner at Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Hoover on the Cedarville road. Guests were treated to an elaborate seven o'clock supper followed by a musical program for Ray Hoover of Sioux City Iowa and Roy Hoover of Blair Oklahoma, who are spending several weeks with their parents.
Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Morgan and Mr. and Mrs. James Burns will host a dinner at six thirty tonight at the Burns home. Guests include Miss Elizabeth Damo ur, Lyons Tennessee. Mr. and Mrs. Owen Climer. Miss Elizabeth Hiller. Miss Julia Roby Climer, Dixon Tennessee. Miss Considine. and Dr. R. S. Graham.
The Elks held a well attended mid winter party at their club rooms last evening. Gibler's orchestra provided music for dancing and cards were played with favors awarded for top scores. Light refreshments were served.
Freeport relatives report Frank Serfass has applied for ninety days leave from his duty as manager of the Western Union Telegraph office at Joliet. He has served in Joliet for years after formerly overseeing Freeport's office. Serfass has worked hard and seeks rest while the company seeks a replacement for Joliet’s key position. he plans to visit Freeport upon relief.
Adolph Ehinger, incapacitated by blood poisoning and holding a United States Life Endowment policy, has received his monthly allowance until £5,000 is paid. The company promptly settled, with Benator Aspinwall of the city serving as a director.
Mrs Dora Schroedermeier transfers to Daniel Schroedermeier zero acres in section 21 Rock Grove township for 12800 dollars. She also transfers lots 9 through 12 in block 6 Rock City to Annie Meinzer for 1600 dollars. A seventy one acre transfer from Dora Schroedermeier to Annie Meinzer in section 28 Rock Grove township costs 4970 dollars. George W Whiteside transfers lot 10, block 5 Taylor's park addition to Timothy Guhen for 500 dollars.
The Lena Star began its forty first year with the Jan 2 issue. Editor Charles OQ Piper issues a weekly paper that has grown since he took over. The paper notes the first issue was Jan 4 1567 on an old Washington hand press and claims it has never missed an issue.
Joseph Carter of Clampain has submitted work and will speak at the Karmiers Institute in session here on Wednesday January 16. The item notes the speaker and the city event timing.
Public auction of household goods scheduled Thursday January 2 1008 at the corner of Ringold and Harden Streets Freeport. Bidders invited to inspect items before sale day. Auctioneer to conduct sale and provide terms.
W S Benson of Dubuque perfects a kerosene stove heating system for Illinois Central freight cars to keep fruits and vegetables from freezing in winter. Two stoves were tested in box cars, fitted securely to prevent fires. Each car costs about 850 dollars to outfit, enabling two weekly trains to transport perishables safely across the system.
Local steckholders of the Freeport Artificial Ice and Cold Storage Company will meet January 13 at 2 p.m. to elect directors who will elect officers. The Emma Kling Auxiliary U. S. W. V. will meet Friday evening January 3 at Mrs Barth’s home on Jackson and Mechanic streets to elect and install officers for the coming year.
Springfield January 2 193(?) The wheel tax bill signed by Gov. Deneen imposes a graduated levy on all wheeled vehicles from one dollar upward Automobiles are included and the tax would apply to cities villages and towns choosing to adopt it The move standardizes the tax across the state as a local option measure
Stockholders of the First and Second National banks will meet on Tuesday January 14 to elect officers. The gathering aims to fill leadership roles and set banking directions for the year ahead.
December temperatures favored 1907 over the prior two years with an seven o’clock average of 27 degrees compared to 24 degrees in 1905 and 24.144 degrees in 1906. The three year record lists a range of daily readings across multiple days and locations, reflecting steadily higher December values.
The piece urges care for health, warnings against patent medicines and cough syrups, and promotion of Father John's Medicine as a pure nourishing remedy. It cautions that many remedies contain opium or morphine, weakening the body while disease remains, and stresses that Father John's Medicine is not a patent medicine.
Revival meetings begin next Sabbath at the First U B Church with Evangelist Hicks from Ohio taking charge Tuesday prior. Hicks leads a Columbus Grove revival with prominent city businessmen among converts. He preaches a full gospel with strong faith in salvation. Cottage prayer is at I K Bruse’s home 73 Madison Street this evening. all welcome.
The week of prayer will be observed at the First Presbyterian church every afternoon and evening from Monday to Friday inclusive at 3:00 and 7:30. Evening topics follow Evangelical Alliance. afternoon Bible studies teach Christ. The pastor HL L Moore invites the public to attend and asks members to arrange schedules to join all meetings.
The holidays ended as many Freeport students headed back to college. Winter sessions at Wisconsin State University and Illinois State University at Urbana began today, with most locals already returning. Those who reached Madison last night included Karl E K Wagner, Terril Steenrod, William Ellis, Irving Hoefer, Quincey Jones, Erastus Williams, David Graham and Stephen Rigney.
Warhop has been contacted by Detroit’s manager through the seller about his terms for next season. He reportedly asked for 2100 dollars. Edward Barry, former Boston pitcher, visiting Madison, unsure where he will play next season after a strong last summer.
A moving picture show will be staged at the Grand next Sunday afternoon and evening. A very good line of pictures has been secured and promises to be the most interesting set of films Mr. Knott has secured this season.
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