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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1906
Page
4
A fragment notes an international union recognizing a 4 t employs label in its tube issued to Freeport departments. The text is garbled but centers on labeling and institutional recognition. Entities include Berndz LABEL and Freeport departments.
A fragmented early 20th century notice lists individuals including B G Cooper, Thomas C Shaffer, Ever Olson, B F Brubaker, H Shons, William W Krapke, J J Shaffer, and Henry Ritzman announcing themselves as candidates for County Treasurer, Sheriff, Legislature, General Assembly, and County Superintendent of Schools, all subject to Republican primaries.
Tax collector of the town of Freeport appears among Republican primary considerations with Frank F. Pickard named as a related candidate or figure in the proceedings.
Local society notes list residents visiting relatives and pursuing travel, with several residents returning from trips to Chicago Texas and Toledo. J J Davis arrives to lead J J Davis Clothing Co, Miss Lydia Kunz plans a Los Angeles winter, and Rev Warren P Behan returns from revival in Ann Arbor. Funeral obsequies for Agnes Barron set for Shannon residence.
The Harmony lodge No. 73 of the Plattdeutsche Guild was installed last evening by Grand Master Christian Seimsem of Chicago, assisted by local members. Seimsem gave a brief talk on the order’s aims and benefits. The evening ended with a social luncheon before departures.
Miss Mae Anslinger entertained about twenty guests at her home last evening. The group enjoyed games and music with a prize awarded to Miss Lillian Lyons in a guessing game. Refreshments were served at the close of the evening.
The Amity society will host a dance and card party on Monday January 15 at Lexington hall. Card games on the second floor and dancing on the third. Admission 25 cents for cards and 60 cents for dancing. Gibler’s orchestra to play for the dance.
Fannie E. Fitch transfers property to Mrs Kathryn Hi Niles a lot in Lichtenberger's addition valued at 1600. Augue eierkort transfers a lot in Wheel factory addition to Anthony Enzler for $300.
The funeral of the late John Eder will be held tomorrow afternoon from the family residence in Silver Creek township. Rev Wunderlich, pastor of the Oak Street evangelical church, will officiate.
Volunteers of America to host an oyster supper at their room on Stephen Street Saturday evening. Tickets priced at fifty five cents. All are welcome to attend and support the charity event.
The Wisconsin Association of Professional Baseball Clubs held its annual gathering at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Chicago. F. O. Keene, George G. McCarty, and rank Lohr represented Freeport with John T. Powers re-elected president-secretary at a reduced salary. William A. Stevens elected treasurer with a $5,000 bond, and John Lake of Oshkosh named vice president as the league plans expansion and tighter contracts.
The president issued 4,200 contracts and 637 releases while 244 players were suspended. Draft receipts totaled $30,100 with 491 trades inside the association. Over the year 169 disputes were resolved by the board of arbitration.
Illinois Central Special Agents Sullivan and Welsh arrested men for stealing coal from the railroad right of way. Two more suspects were jailed in Magistrate Bentley's court and fined $1 plus costs. Officials vow to curb persistent coal theft as 20 to 30 tons vanish weekly in winter. Additional arrests followed on the same charge.
Tomorrow brings Ladies day at the Knights of Columbus rooms and meetings for the C D Q club with Miss Eva Ernst. Lady Foresters and Freeport camp M W A install officers Thursday evening. First M E church serves hot veal loaf supper tonight. Friday features a card sewing party for St Vincent's orphanage. Court Mohawk holds a meeting tonight. Revival at Embury at 7 40. Saengerbund rehearses for George Schmacker funeral at Germania hall. Second hand clothing sale at King's Daughters mission Saturday 4 am to 9 pm. Comforting circle serves a supper tonight. Court of Honor installs officers tomorrow evening. About fifty King’s Daughters settlement sleigh ride last night. Joan A Davis post J A R meets Friday for funeral of John Freesenan. F C Held, Com.
Edmund Snow a machinist apprentice at the Illinois Central shops was painfully injured last evening when he received several particles of emery in his eyes.
An old style advertisement touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea for facial care. It promotes a tonic and tablets priced at 85 cents, credited to Joseph Emmert.
Miss Freda Swiru announces dressmaking services starting January 8 in her rooms at 257 Clark Avenue. Clients may inquire for alterations and custom garments.
A Baptist pastor argues revivals work best with lay and press cooperation and opposed to sensational out of town evangelists. He urges ministers, congregations, and editors to support genuine, scripture based revivals and to welcome expert speakers and politicians when needed. The writer calls for sane, progressive church leadership and public backing of revival efforts.
An Illinois Central official says the next time card will authorize regular motor cars to run against interurban trains on parts of the line. One car is under construction at Burside shops and may debut soon between Decatur Bloomington and Paxton Chicago. Additional lines to follow as quickly as possible.
J Marks under Nieman Bros store offers dusting and pressing for pants 10c coats 25c suits 40c ladies skirts 6c with all kinds of repairs at lowest prices and a guarantee of the best work or no charges.
Friday evening the Freeport boys meet Belvidere in a highly anticipated game at the local Y M C A. Both teams show improving play and promise a close, fast contest after Belvidere won last time on a slick floor. Fans expect a tight battle with Freeport seeking revenge and Belvidere showcasing quick footwork and solid teamwork.
The Imperial Stock company presented The Red Cross Nurse a four act war play to a full house with high audience satisfaction. Between acts, Hall's dogs and other specialties drew praise. Tonight Rose of Killarney is set for production with strong advance sales. Friday hosts an amateur contest after Back Among the Old Folks with entries welcome.
The Rock Run Mutual Fire Insurance Co held its annual meeting in Rock City on January 1, 1906, electing M. W. Kurtz as president Ira W. Allen as secretary and L. W. Schradermeier as treasurer. Directors named were Kurtz Allen Schradermeier LaShelle Wehmeier Meinert and Highland. The year was prosperous with four assessments in five years and class one insured paying $137.45 per year per $1,000 including premium and agents’ fees. The past year saw an insurance amount increase by $55,907.
Henry Lichtenberger is gradually growing weaker while Andrew Wheeler’s condition remains unchanged, according to health reports.
An old advertisement extols Ely's Cream Balm as a cure for nasal catarrh and related nasal and sinus symptoms. The remedy is applied directly to the sore area, with claims that smell, taste, and hearing are restored and breathing becomes normal. Available at druggists for 50 cents. mail order from Ely Bros., 56 Warren Street, New York.
Oil perfection and separation at Burrell Bros de Cash Siracers located at 1190 Stephenson Street. The item highlights best oil-Perfection- Sec separation techniques offered by the business.
A notice seeks buyers for 2600 acres of clear wild land within twenty miles of Winnipeg. H. C. Webb, owner, box 188, Winnipeg, Man, requests a stock of merchandise. Contact box 188 for details.
Service from Cincinnati begins January 6 1906 with a Friday 8 30 a m departure via Queen Crescent and Southern Railways to Mobile. Connects with Munson 88S Line steamer Prince George sailing Saturday 4 30 p m. Through sleeper from Mobile to Cincinnati departs Friday 7 p m on steamer Prince George from Havanna. Ticket on sale through May 31 at 65 dollars round trip including meals and berths. Contact Frank Johnson or W Ricarson for details.
Evangelist William A. Sunday draws praise for his fervent Burlington revival style and dramatic prayer, asking blessings on city leaders, churches, newspapers, and workers. The piece notes anticipation for his April Freeport visit and highlights his demand for moral reform and church unity amid saloon opposition.
The Medical Record reports 216 injuries before 1905 and 1465 total injuries in Harvard football care. Dr. Edward H. Nichols and Dr. Homer B. Smith argue injuries are inherent, frequent in pile plays, and often unavoidable, demanding constant medical supervision and careful rules to reduce harm.
Freeport lodge of Perfection holds an important meeting to discuss matters and Freeport Council Princes of Jerusalem will elect officers. The event signals organizational activity within the local fraternal groups and advancing leadership roles.
Scott's Emulsion offers rapid nourishment for wasting conditions. It combines pure Norwegian cod liver oil with hypo phosphites of lime and soda and glycerine in precise proportions to maximize nourishment and strength. Physicians endorse its ingredients and the careful blending as the secret to its success. Scott & Bowne, 499 Pearl St., New York.
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