Movements of Freeport People and Visitors
Freeport residents and guests include Solt of Shannon and Adolph Smith of Chicago visiting the city. J. Jewell of Galena returns, John Collmann comes back from Chicago, and LM Devore travels to Rockford. Mr and Mrs Fred P Waite from Lena visit. Walter Hea and Emrick Hewett return to St John’s academy. Adolph Metzgar of Carroll Ia visits Joe and family. Alfred Zapf leaves for Boston. R E Swartz of Cincinnati returns home. Dr Place installs K of P officers at Pearl City. Mrs Elizabeth Gilbert hosts her daughter in law. Harry Hineline Chas Brandt and E H Place travel to Pearl City to assist Dexter lodge installation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Guyer
Monroe
Devore
Rockford
Fred P. Waite
Lena
Walter Hea
Emrick Hewett
St. John’s Military Academy
Adolph Metzgar
Carroll
Joe
Alfred Zapf
Freeport
Boston
R .E. Swartz
Cincinnati
Dr. Place
Pearl City
K.of P. Lodge
Harry Hineline
Chas. Brandt
E. H. Place
Dexter Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Petition filed to appoint a conservator for John H. Taylor Kent
A county clerk petition seeks a conservator for John H. Taylor of Kent. Readers with cook book receipts for the First Presbyterian are asked to send them to Mrs. FA Reed or Mrs. T. H. Hollister. E. E. Hill, manager of Eagle clothing house, welcomes a baby girl born today, wishing her longevity and prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John H. Taylor
Kent
First Presbyterian
FA. Reed
T. H. Hollister
E. E. Hill
Eagle Clothing House
Ice cars sent south on Illinois Central lines
The Illinois Central runs about sixteen cars of ice daily from Madison and transports it as far as Canton Mississippi where the stock will be stored for use on southern lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois Central
Madison
Canton
Miss
NI Dairymen Meet Opens in Belvidere Tomorrow
The Northern Illinois Dairymen's Association will hold its annual convention in Belvidere beginning tomorrow, gathering members for talks, updates, and industry discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Illinois Dairymen’s Association
Belvidere
New Use for Old Castor in a Dainty Centerpiece
A thrifty hostess repurposed an old six‑compartment silver castor into a charming luncheon centerpiece. Maidenhair ferns partridge berries and moss filled the pots around the cleaned base, prompting guests to guess at its ancient origins and Tudor era fashions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bess
Mamma and Ethel Seek Cake Before Readiness
A four year old asks for a piece of cake while the mother delays until she is ready. The exchange shows a child’s impatience and a mother’s mode of instruction in a domestic moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mamma
Ethel
Hyacinth Growing in Amalgamated Coa Fibre Mix
Practical guide notes house growing hyacinths in a blend of coal fibre and charcoal rather than water. Pack the mixture in a slag bowl, plant the bulb, cover, and water tepidly about three times weekly until bloom.
Dean's Ointment Offers Quick Relief for Itching
An advertisement notes persistent itching and discomfort, promising cure with Dean's ointment sold at drug stores for 60 cents. Emmert and Burrell are listed as the associated sellers or distributors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Emmert & Burrell
Adjourned City Council Deliberates Budget and Lighting Issues
An adjourned city council meeting presided by Mayor Baumgarten finished business from the prior week. The December treasurer's report showed cash on hand and various receipts while payments included warrants, fire department, library, and street work. The council debated electric light contracts, granted a 20 day grace period for improvements, settled Mease's claim, and announced near-term city hall and police department moves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baumgarten
Tandy
Clark Ave
Carroll St
West Freeport
Exchange Street
Ccc
Cence
Galary
Knecht
Rodemeier
Burwell
Corporation Council
Pattison
Electric Light Company
Ald
McGovern
Ald. Baucher
Ald. White
Dana
Rosebrugh
Electric Company
Ald. Bauscher
Dr. Mease
M. L. Parker
New Life Pills Claim Quick Cure For Sick and Nervous
Dr King s New Life Pills touted as a cure for headaches and nervous ailments with claims of pure blood and strong nerves. The ad notes 25 cents per bottle and a money back guarantee, sold by Emmert and Burrell druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Emmert & Burrell
Harriet M. Burbank Piano Teacher at Studio 149 West Street
Harriet M. Burbank is listed as a piano teacher with a studio located at 149 West Street. The entry provides name and occupation without further details such as dates or equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harriet M. Burbank
West Street
Annual Stephenson County Farmers Institute Program
The Journal outlines the January 17 18 farmers gathering at the county courthouse in this city. The schedule features talks on sheep horses and agriculture music recitations and a women's session. Officers include President S M Mainix and secretary J A Phillips with a large roster of vice presidents and staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephenson County
Farmers’ Institute
Court House
H. F. Gilbert
Damascus
W. C. Swanzey
Freeport
Mannix
Damascus Music
Krank Rosenstiel and Son
Harlem
Lastiearssakt
W.S. Fehr
Dakota
George W. Shippy
Stephenson County Domestic Science Association
Clara Hunt
Ridott
Padrese
Ned Caseag
Fdass Shssasenvapiseney
G. W. Shippy
McConnell
M. Swinney
W. B. Lloyd
Elon Ellyn
Recitat
Frank Akey
Sinsadenatey
Confer
McConnell “Kitchen Gonveniougos
Tedegan
Hazel Shippy
J. A. Keith
Institute
S. M. Malnix
L. M. Swanzey
F. B. Walker
J. A. Phillips
WW. C. Swanzey
J. W. Stock
A. J. Rees
Erin
Seth Scott
Silver Creek
Samuel Markell
Lancaster
Geo. F. Swartz
Henry Lichtenberger
E. O. Peck
Florence
W. L. Lawhorn
West Point
Chas. A. Bolender
Buckeye
J. S. Walker
Rock Grove
W. W. Litzler
Winslow
L. Sheffey
Loran
Thomas Niblo
Rock Run
A. Dammeier
Kent
Geo. W. Shippy
Waddams
Walter Diemer
James M. Chilton
Oneco
J. H. Kerch
Jefferson
Chas, Blakeway
Burdock Blood Bitters Endorsed for Digestive Ailments
Historical advertisement discusses Burdock Blood Bitters by Emmert and Burrell claiming relief for dyspepsia constipation and overall system invigorating effects. The line frames the product as a remedy and references the makers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmert & Burrell
Tornado Advice From Early Weather Bureau Authority
The article cites Prof Garriott of the Chicago Weather Bureau offering tornado safety tips. It urges open doors and windows rather than sealing a house, warns against attempting to flee, and explains tornadoes move west to east with regional frequency patterns across the northwest middle west Gulf states and Pacific coast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Garriott
Chicago Weather Bureau
Northwest
Middle West
Pacific Coast
Gulf States
Rocky Mountain
Big Reduction On Price of Photos at Wilkins Studio
Public notices announce a large price cut at Wilkins Studio for portrait and photographic services. The advertisement emphasizes affordable rates and available proofing options for customers seeking value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkins
Bevelled Glass Making Process Described in Detail
The article explains beveling glass plates from roughing to final polish. It covers steps with roughing mill emery wheel smoothing stone polishing wheels and rouge finishing. Large plates may be clamped in frames to bevel edges against adjustable wheels.
Substitute and Rocky Mountain Tea Adquiped by Madison Co
A vintage ad line notes changes in a substitute tea sold by Madison Medicine Co with Emmert and Burrell listed in the imprint. The wording echoes early 20th century patent medicine advertising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocky Mountain
Emmert & Burrell
Madison Medicine Co
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Eport Daily Journal
Advanes
Seeret Amiatl
Llinote
Freeport, Iul
Mr. Solt
Shannon
Adolph Smith
Chicago
J. Jewell
Galena
John Collmann
O. P. Wright
Alex. Cardin
Gilbert
Deyvil’s Lake, N. D
Elizabeth Gilbert
Samuel Brick
Lillie Konstant
Seward Eee
E. M. Merck
Trunck Estate
Waterman & Hyde
Garden Street
Ald. Snyder
Committee On
E. C. Fitch
Cottonwood Street
Committee
John Yordy
Ald. Burns
Trustees of
Galena Avenue
Ald. McGovern
Burns
Water Company
Edward Heck
Bill
Loyal Underwood
Louis Moersh
West Brow
Emmeretta Henderson
Rank Spitler
G. A. Willmarts
Illinois State Institute
Hetse
Milt Purvis
Lake Forest
Wm. Rigney
Cockrell
Y. M. C. A. Quartette
Freeport Report
Aspinwall
W. Sti Bisel
Ant
Y. M.C. A. Quartette
VanMatre
Fayette
Wis
W.R. Hostetter
Mt. Carroll
Sjsu
Frank Shepherd
Dyruphes
Gunes
Stephenson Street
C. A. McNamara & Co
Cobig Shoe Sale
Stephenson St
Dr. Warren
Mary
van Buren St
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