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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1908
Page
1
By the Associated Press Chicago January 9 Illinois fair and warmer tonight with unsettled showers possible Friday in the north and warmer in the south Iowa partly cloudy tonight and Friday warmer tonight cooler in the west and north Friday
New York Jan 9 Just before Thaw trial starts attorney O Reilly says defense subpoena served on actress Edna Goodrich who is in town this week She previously did not appear to subpoenas last year Mrs Thaw testified Goodrich first introduced her to White who took her to luncheon Six provisional jurors were seated and then excused leaving three chairs open Lincoln Stuart and Matthias Walls were accepted as provisional jurors while Frank Manning qualified as temporary Thaw juror and Charles Thurston John Desart were also accepted by both sides
A bill introduced by Senator Hale proposes major changes to navy personnel. It seeks to settle vexatious staff corps rank questions with line officers, ends creation of bureaus by the secretary of the navy, and provides substantial pay raises for all commissioned officers and enlisted personnel of the navy and marine corps.
The California appellate court releases former Mayor Eugene B. Schmitz from custody and voids the extortion indictment. The ruling likely affects Abe Ruef's case as well.
Perry A. Yeast, a prominent cattleman, was found guilty of conspiracy to defraud the government in land entries. The jury recommended clemency to the court. The verdict was reported from Omaha on January 9, by the Associated Press.
Petitions filed in United States court in Omaha seeking a receiver for the Chi nco Great Western railroad property in Nebraska. The action, reported by the Associated Press, marks a move to protect assets as of January 9.
WashingtonJanuary 9 The department of justice now confidently expects a suit to be begun within the next thirty days against E H Harriman pertaining to the relations between the Union and Southern Pacific railroads The action is to challenge corporate dealings and railroad control practices amid antitrust scrutiny by federal authorities
New York Jan 9 W B Thomas has been elected president of the American Sugar Refining company in a formal corporate leadership move.
Paris reports the Bank of France reduced its rate of discount from 4 percent to 3 3 4 percent, signaling a tightening of monetary policy amid financial fluctuations and market reactions in early January.
Members of Freeport and Rinaldo lodges Knights of Pythias join District Deputy Jean James in Lena this evening for the installation of officers of Silver Shield lodge in a neighbors event.
Winnesheik lodge No. 30 I. O. O. F. celebrated its 60th anniversary with veteran jew els conferred on seven longtime members including L. L. Munn William Koenig and Charles Cross. R. J. Carnahan recalled lodge history as two initiations were also performed and a light lunch followed amid vivid reminiscences and fellowship.
Men’s work and dress shoes priced at 3.00 dollars will be offered this Saturday at about 1.68 dollars. The sale promises substantial savings on other priced footwear as well, advertised by Schmidt Wachlin and Pfeiffer. 19d3t
A young man about 20 years old was seen at Wanner's jewelry store, dressed in a tie. Police seek details on his identity and movements to determine any relation to a reported incident. The description emphasizes his age attire and location for witnesses to verify.
Guenther heads Court Mohawk I O F with officers elected for the visiting year to be installed January 22. State meeting set for Rockford in June with preparations under way. committee plans entertainment and lunch after installation. Also notes Freeport Division No. 200 G I A to B of L E installed, with officers led by Mrs F. Rieger, social luncheon, and a Ladies of G A R installation with a program and refreshments.
Local No. 828 United Association of Journeymen Plumbers Gas Fitters and Steam Fitters elected officers last evening with Robert Ludeka as President T BE Beck as Vice President C L Gilbert as Secretary Treasurer and Gilbert as chairman of the Executive Board C L Gilbert heads the Finance Committee with Louis Center IT BE Beck and Oscar Kroer as members Business Agent and Delegates to the Trades and Labor Council were selected with Conter serving 6 months Beck 12 months and McKnight 16 months for the council Inside Sentry Randall Knipschild Outside Sentry John Bozler.
W J Greenawalt, 35, died at Globe hospital at 6:15 last evening from pneumonia and heart disease after three months illness. He leaves a wife and family. his home was Neoga, Cumberland County, Illinois. Remains shipped to Neoga for interment with his wife at his side.
Florence township taxes will be collected each Saturday at Steffen and Seyfarth's store. A special sale on coats for ladies and children at Huss and Kinley is advertised. Michael Lamm is noted in the text.
Martin Gallagher, injured operator, recounts his near death during the East Dubuque wreck. He details seeing timber fly, being buried under debris, and the moment of rescue, noting a probable defective air system and urging two derails for safety to prevent further loss.
Health note warns most appendicitis victims suffer from chronic constipation. Ovino Laxative Fruit Syrup is promoted to cure constipation by stimulating the liver and bowels to restore natural bowel action. It is pitched as mild and gentle with no nausea or griping and warns to refuse substitutes. Fr. J. Moogk, W. FL Jungkunz.
Louis Bauscher's greenhouses on Adams Street display a broad selection of cyclamen and other blooms at reasonable prices. A choice lot of cut flowers is offered, with inviting terms to visit. Visitors welcome. take Carroll Street car to the greenhouses. Phone No 30d. Freeport Market Garden and Greenhouses. 1-S9diw.
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