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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1906

Page

4

January 4, 1 event notes and times

Fragmentary OCR mentions a 6 By aria 3 38 fini 300, unclear context. No clear people, organizations, or locations present.

Aria

Freaport honors International Labor Day recognition

Fragmentary text notes a formal recognition by Freaport to an International Labor Day event. Mentions employees and departments but lacks clear facts, dates, or specific actions.

Freaport Hs International Pe Thien Tamploye Uriton Labor

County officers seek GOP primary nominations

Several residents announce candidacies for county treasurer and sheriff in Stephenson County, stating runs are subject to Republican primaries. Names include B. G. Cooper, Shaffer, Olson, and Brubaker, with local context of official nominations pending primary results.

Yanty Faepublicis Shaffer SOF Stephenson County Aever Olson B. F. Brubaker Shereby Avtawit W. H. Shons

Candidates announce runs for Illinois General Assembly

Fragmented OCR lists several names announcing candidacies for the Illinois General Assembly in the Twelfth Senatorial district and elsewhere. It names William W. Kraph and Jd. Shaber and mentions Republican primaries and party support.

Pheregy Fdr General Assembly Ptte Illinois Republican Party William W. Kraph D&wtf

Henry Ritzman Announces Candidacy for County Superintendent

Henry Ritzman declares his candidacy for the County Superintendent of Schools in a formal announcement. The statement presents a campaign for the school leadership role and outlines the pursuit of the office.

Personal Record Notes Holiday Travel and Relatives

Local column lists numerous residents and visitors returning from holidays or traveling to Chicago Rockford Dubuque and other cities. Names include John Holland Zipt Mary E Sesser Anna Timman Red Oak Gland Cummings Frick Wallace Tracy and many more with short notes on their destinations and visits.

O. E. Heard Dixon Glande Cummings Florence Brubaker Beloit College Laura Gemmill Chicago

Fire damages chimney at Mrs Asphulz home

Firefighters were called to a small chimney blaze at the home of Mrs Asphulz located near Blackhawk and Chestnut. The incident did not spread, and no injuries were reported.

City plans major street improvements this year

The city board announces extensive road work including macadamizing grading and cement curb and gutter for Pleasant Broadway West Locust and Blackhawk streets plus Beaver and Tutty streets. Public hearing set January 11 at 2 pm. Estimated total cost about 28 460 dollars with allocations for excavation macadam and curb work. A second hearing January 13 will cover Clark Avenue and related streets with estimated cost 9 300 dollars.

Board of Local Improvements Board of Public Improvements Pleasant Street Walnut Street Broadway Street Oak Street Locust Street Lincoln Avenue Elk Street Beaver Street Galena Street Blackhawk Street Broadway Tutty Street Pleasant West Locust Blackhawk Streets Beaver Tutty Streets Clark Avenue Cherry Street Grad Avenue West Street Douglas Avenue Cottonwood Street Carpenter Street Cherry Strete Freeport

Williams Wilkins Weds Hattie Davis in Grand Junction Ia

Williams Wilkins a well known young man of Freeport married Hattie Davis daughter of Mrs Davis at Grand Junction Ia on Tuesday evening. The ceremony was performed by the pastor of the First Presbyterian church with about seventy five friends present. Edith Davis sister of the bride and Charles Green acted as attendants. The couple will reside in Freeport where Wilkins is an agent for Metropolitan Life Insurance.

Mr. Wilkins Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tony Freeport Our City Mr. Sweeney A. Sweeney Douglas Avenue

Rumors Circulate on Wisconsin Baseball League Replacements

A Beloit Free Press report says two Wisconsin State League towns Beloit and Freeport may be ousted for Winona Minnesota and Hall Claire Wisconsin. The motive cited is to compact the league and boost rivalries, though sentiment in La Crosse and some cities favors keeping current members. Rumors also name Appleton Fond du Lac and Madison as potential additions or replacements to form an eight club circuit.

Wisconsin Association of Professional Baseball Freeport Beloit Winona Minn Hall Claire Wis Beloit Free Press Eau Claire Powers Madison la Crosse Appleton Fond du Lac Wau Claire

Conductor Moran Squeezed Between Cars in Illinois Yard

Frank Moran conductor on an Illinois Central local freight train was caught between the bumpers of two cars in Grant Yard Galena. The train lurched as he stepped between cars, injuring a twisted limb and likely internal injuries. He was freed as cars parted, examined by Dr Godfrey, and taken to Dubuque on No. 3 with expectations of recovery.

Galena Frank Moran Ilinois Central Moran Godfrey Dubuque

Local notices and upcoming meetings in Freeport area

A packed slate of events includes the Lady Foresters election of a financial secretary this evening, W R C sewing school Friday at 2 80 at the G A R hall, Freeport Tribunal No 99 meeting in Odd Fellows hall, Salem Evangelical church annual congregational meeting tonight, and Belvidere's city budget set at 64000 for the coming year. Also tonight Jas H Brower lectures at the Socialist club, Oshkosh banks lift CD rates to 3 percent, and postponed elections for Salem church Ladies Aid and I A of M Ladies Auxiliary. Card party at Home Globe Garrigan’s K of G ball Monday, with 10 cent admission and souvenirs. Evening prayer at Embury church leads to Epworth League business and Sunday school board meeting. Second Presbyterian holds services for the old supper sacraments next Sabbath. English Lutheran hosts services at 7 30 pm with a congregational meeting on church improvements to follow. All members urged to attend.

Freeport Tribunal Odd Fellows’ Hall Salem Evangelical Church Belvidere I. A. of M Home Globe Garrigan Second Presbyterian Church

Revival meetings at U B church draw growing crowds

Interest rises at the U B church revival services with special music by Prof Brean Mr and Mrs Fenton and others. The pastor will speak on The Becket of Power. A cordial invitation is extended for all to attend these services.

U. B. Church Brean Fenton

Mrs Austin's Pancake Four Delights Muffin and Waffle Lovers

If you enjoy muffins and waffles try Mrs. Austins pancake four and all will be delighted with the results.

Rusie and McKean Could Lead Wisconsin State League Clubs

The Milwaukee Sentinel reports Amos Rusie and Ed McKean, renowned former major leaguers, are likely to manage Wisconsin State League teams in 1906 under an agreement with Central league club Springfield. Powers awaits confirmations from Appleton and Fond du Lac as sites for their management roles while both cities shift toward the daily league.

Milwaukee Sentinel Amos Rusie New York Ed McKean Cleveland Springfield Jack Hendricks John T. Powers Powers Rusie McKean Rosie

Chicago Nationals eye new pitching depth this season

Chicago Chronicle reports President Murphy believes pitching stars need fresh performers beyond last season's rotation. He notes Fred Beebe, former Illinois pitcher drafted from Oshkosh, posted an excellent record in forty four games in the Wisconsin State league last season.

Chicago Chronicle Murphy Fred Beebe University of Illinois Oshkosh Chicago Nationals Beebe

Beebe shines in season as versatile hitter and prospect

Beebe played in thirty-two games as utility man in infield and outfield and appeared in four doubleheaders. Dota of La Crosse, drafted by Chicago, faced Beebe in a notable game. George Huff, west side club scout, recommended Beebe last summer and expects him to develop into a star with more fast-company seasoning.

Thie Peebs Dota la Crosse Chicago Dodge Beebe George Huff West Side

Baseball Enthusiasts in Sterling Plan Next Season Team

Baseball enthusiasts in Sterling will meet tonight to consider plans for fielding a first class team in the next season.

Sterling

Romance of Years Ago Wedding in Stockton

The Stockton Herald reviews the marriage of M. K. Hammond of Stockton and Mrs. Caldwell of Rockford on New Year’s day at the bride’s home. He is 75, she younger. their history spans decades from schoolmates in Hanover to gold fields and business success. The couple’s families and lifelong connections are noted with affection.

Stockton Herald C. B. Caldwell M. K. Hammond Stockton Rockford Hanover Sand Prairie Mr. Hammond California Miss Hutchison Caldwell Elizabeth Hammond Little Lo Bank of

Dyspepsia Healed by Grape-Nuts Food, Missouri Manufacturer Says

A Missouri manufacturer describes severe dyspepsia from early adulthood, not caused by alcohol or tobacco, and credits Grape-Nuts with restoring health. He ate Grape-Nuts exclusively for over a year, gained 40 pounds of solid flesh, and reports complete relief while remaining a staple in every meal. Postum Co Battle Creek Mich. There’s a reason.

Thad Postum Co Battle Creek Mich

Real Estate Transfer H H Stahl to Bennetham Lot 2 Block 2

Real estate transfer records show H H Stahl conveys lot 2 in block 2 of the Chas E. Meyer addition to R M Bennetham for 900 dollars. The transaction outlines the property description and sale price in the local records.

H. H. Stahl R. M. Bennetham Chas E. Meyer

Excelsior Lodge to Meet Tomorrow Night for Business

The Excelsior lodge of Masons will gather tomorrow night to conduct lodge business and perform work. Members are urged to attend as plans and tasks for the upcoming period will be discussed.

Excelsior Lodge of Masons

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Converts Chronic Ailments

Twenty year battle with chronic piles and malignant sores ended when 4 M Bruce of Farmville VA used Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. It cured both conditions leaving no trace. Best for ulcers cuts burns and wounds. 25 cents at Joseph Kuemmert’s drug store.

Bucklen M. Bruce Farmville Joseph Keummert

Illinois Beekeepers Show Growth at Chicago Convention

Illinois delegates led by Chicago area beekeepers highlight a surge in honey production and migratory beekeeping. Attendees from Utah California Canada and Brantford discuss breeding queen bees feeding honey as a food and the rise of extracted honey. The United States Department of Agriculture attaches notes on breeding and moving colonies while Chicago remains a major supplier of equipment and honey.

Chicago Trinofa Illnois George W. York Ravenswood Prairie United States Utah California Canada America Dominion United States Department of Agriculture New York Pennsylvania E. F. Phillips R. F. Holterman Brantford Ont Be, L. Eaton Illinois Food Commission Kansas

Bee-keeping on farms extends product sales to eastern cities

The article describes a farmer who keeps bees on his acreage across a radius of twenty to thirty miles. He places colonies on partner farms and splits the produced honey with the farmers. He ships the product to eastern cities, illustrating a local rural enterprise model.

Ated Tomer Prophetstown Niles

Apple River Town Claims Five Generations In One Family

Apple River in Illinois claims a rare distinction with five living generations in one family. Annie Levitt, 96, born in England, arrived in America as a girl and lived in Apple River, later marrying twice and raising a line of descendants including a daughter married to lumberman James Charlton. Dolores B Chariton, two months old, stands as the latest generation with relatives from great great grandmother to great grandson gathering weekly.

Apple River Illinoia Anneavitt Dolores B. Chariton Anna Arthur Cornwallshire England America Illinois Rollin Prairie Richard Maynard Mr. Maynard Maynard J. Levitt Charlton Dolores

Free Fare for Printers Sparks Eastward Job Flight

Chicago January 4 A novel plan by Typographical Union officers sends nonunion printers to Typothetae shops in New York or Philadelphia using torn old union cards to secure transportation. The scheme aims to fund strike benefits as wages rise in the East draw workers away from Chicago shops. Over a dozen cards torn in Hamm’s Monadnock building office have deceived the union.

Chicago Typographical Union P. 16 Typothetae Monadnock Hamm New York Philadelphia Central Printing and Engraving Company Bohemian Typographical Union No. 330 Bohemian University of Chicago Willian Herdman Herdman Harper's

Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar for Coughs

An old remedy claims superior relief for coughs colds croup and whooping cough. It is marketed as a cathartic that expels the cold from the system and pleases children. Sold by all druggists.

Kennedy

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