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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1908
Page
4
Local residents and visitors are listed with their origins and destinations. People from Milwaukee Beloit Dubuque Madison Rockford Argyle Warren Streator Janesville and other communities are noted for calls visits business and hunting trips in Freeport and nearby areas during the day. Several travelers depart for Adeline Martintown South Bend and Jennings while others plan short hosting stays with friends or relatives.
Word from Indianapolis says Moses J Krono will be tried before Judge Anderson in that city tomorrow. He was arrested here weeks ago by Deputy Marshal Mack and taken to Indianapolis. Krono was accused of defrauding by posing as a rural route inspector and postal clerk, and was also wanted for jumping bail.
Jacob Springer of West Franklin Maine says Dr King’s New Life Pills raised his health with stomach liver and bowels working properly If they disappoint you on trial a refund is offered at Joseph Hwmert's drug store priced 25 cents
A local poultry firm announces it will buy birds at the highest market price. F RB Bick & Co invites farmers to bring in their stock for immediate appraisal and payment.
AJanuary clearance sale is listed at Leys department store with limited details. The readable text mentions discounted items and a sale event running for a short period.
Fred Bergschmidt, a wealthy Ogle county farmer with a troubled marriage and recent divorce, was found dead in a straw stack behind a Rockford paper mill. Investigators ruled death due to exposure after his money and lack of injuries were noted. Two youths who spent the day with him were detained but later released.
C O Midridge of Kimper Ga says when attacked by coughs or colds a throat is sore Dr King’s New Discovery is the best remedy. He has used it for years and finds it cures croup and lung troubles quickly. Sold with guarantee at Joseph Emmert’s drug store with a free bottle offer.
David Miller presents a public dance at Lexington hall on Monday evening January 3. All are invited. Music by Gibler's orchestra. Admission for ladies and gentlemen is set. Event starts at 9 30 p.m. with doors opening earlier.
A local shoe sale advertises daily price drops with the largest discount Saturday. Shoes listed include $8.86 for $400 value and a $2.62 item plus a $3.00 shoe, with names Schmidt Waeblin Pfeiffer noted among vendors.
L will collect taxes at Bokemeier and Lapp shoe store every Saturday for two months. Name Edwin Henry Prine appears in the note.
One of Freeport's greatest meetings was held at the U B church led by Evangelist Hickson. A public altar call reconsecrated members to service, fifteen unsaved individuals sought salvation, and a power-filled experience met the audience. Chorus classes delighted the crowd as new books arrive tomorrow.
Prayer meetings of Trinity church will be held at several city homes tonight at seven o clock including Clint Folgate 96 Miami Street Chiester 32 Lincoln avenue Rev C G Anangst 179 Oak street Wm Wagner 18 State street and Elmer Meier Oak street A men s meeting at the church Sunday at three o clock All men welcome Young ladies and girls to meet at S Schrader home at same hour A children s choir will be organized for next week s service Sermon topic Walking in the Spirit
The Epworth League will lead a meeting tonight at Embury church with the topic The Mission of the Epworth League. The gathered members are expected to discuss its purposes and activities in the community.
The Germania society social committee hosted a stag party for members and ladies with games bowling billiards and vocal acts by Florence Merck Mrs Ward Yount and others. A cello solo by Oscar Wagner drew laughs when a bushel of roses was awarded. The printed program included multiple solos a speech and a farewell violin piece.
Mr and Mrs J Dorsee hosted relatives and friends on Sherman street Thursday evening in honor of Mrs Dorsee s parents Mr and Mrs Bemrose of Anamosa Iowa. Walter J Wilkins and family Charles Wilkins and family William Wilkins and family Mr and Mrs Covetz and family William Green and family George Green Mrs Cavanaugh and daughter and Thomas Green attended in social fellowship
The employer of the Raubenheimer barber shop and several friends enjoyed a coon supper last night at the home of the boss, F. A. Raubenheimer, on Washington street. John Wise, a hungry reporter, won the prize for the largest appetite.
At the Bijou the shift from vaudeville to levitate proves popular with crowds. This week features the two act comedy She Man of Family with five company members present. The program blends live acts with moving pictures and illustrated songs. Manager Mal noir promises high talent for a upcoming amateur night.
Chicago reports indicate Right Rev Peter Muldoon will head the Rockford diocese and Rev Paul Rhode may become Chicago auxiliary bishop. Rhode, a Polish pastor from South Chicago, has findings sent to Rome. Muldoon was administrator of Chicago after 1902 and is expected to be chosen for Rockford. The move follows Chicago’s Polish church growth and archdiocesan expansion.
George W. Brokhausen of Freeport visited Dixon on Thursday to finalize plans for a roller skating rink at Armory hall opening January 16. He will start with 160 pairs of skates and run a first class amuse ment venue. Brokhausen is a longtime Freeport city council member and an influential local figure.
Father William's Indian Tablets are advertised as a tonic and regulator for pale, weak, nervous, delicate women. The ad claims it quiets nerves, adds flesh, strengthens the step, brightens eyes, and clears the complexion. Tea or tablets sold for 20 cents by CG P Guenther & Co., druggists.
A fragment notes a Saturday sale offering boys and girls shoes priced at 1.26 dollars per pair, stamped with a promotional tag from Schmidt Wachlin Pfeiffer. The year 1938 appears, indicating a historical catalog or advertisement context in a local newspaper page segment.
A well improved quarter section in Stephenson County is offered by M. W. Cowley for immediate sale. The notice mentions first class quality in all respects and directs buyers to Emerick, Barrett & Mo for arrangements.
The text describes a Stephenson County facility offering modern sanatorium benefits without leaving the area. It highlights Electric and Reflected light therapies, a Sun Parlor and Roof Garden, and says these lit therapies aid treatment after certain operations and for some diseases.
A. W. Schell of Polo is sued in the U S Circuit Court for 12000 dollars over a cattle purchase from James O Gilfillan of Napoleon North Dakota. The contract called for 500 steers at four and three quarters cents per pound, with 287 paid and shipped and 213 awaiting shipment. The suit seeks 12000 dollars including keep and care costs through January 1 1908.
An advertisement claims Mio na cures indigestion by addressing the stomach muscles and digestive system. It asserts rapid improvement from first symptoms, offers a money back guarantee through Wm. F. Jungkunz, and markets a 50 cent box lasting weeks with superior results to common tablets.
Lena January 10 report lists Mrs. Lee Boyer and Miss Alma Stamm visiting friends in Warren. Dr OW Byers of Monroe visiting G S Roush. Nellie Snider spoke in Rockford for a W H M society event at Mrs. Irvin French’s home. Mae Kraus traveled to Freeport. Mr and Mrs John Mordick did county-seat business. Mrs Charleslaves and daughters home from Chicago. T A Saul visited Z Turner in Leroy. Illness among elderly residents noted. one physician has five patients over eighty. Mastern Star to install officers this evening. Shoe sale offer promotes 16 cents back per $100 spent.
Affidavits filed in Superior Court deny Harriman domination of Illinois Central and its directors. Signers include Harriman Goelet Peabody Astor Hackstaff Vanderbilt Auchincloss Luttgen. Illinois Central asks dismissal of the suit as to the railroad while denying any majority director advisement of the voting claim.
The report quotes L C Fritch, assistant to President Harahan, stating Harriman has secured about half of the foreign proxies and 75 to 80 percent of non Chicago stock pledged to Harriman. He accuses the suit as groundless and vexatious and notes no pre judicial action benefited the Illinois Central.
Peter Cull claimed Mendota as his home and was arrested last evening on a drunk charge. Police Magistrate Bentley fined him five dollars and costs this morning, but he could not pay and remains confined in the city jail.
The Taylor Park rink offers good skating conditions attracting residents to enjoy outdoor ice. Skaters report smooth surface and ample space for families and friends to skate together.
A South Carolina man from Louellen touts Electric Bitters as a cure for malaria chills bilious attacks and jaundice. The tonic purifies blood eases stomach liver and kidney woes and back trouble sold at Joseph Hummert's drug store with guarantee in 50c bottles.
Miss Marie Barnist operates a piano studio at 52 Oak Place. The notice lists the address and date 12 19, indicating a potential event or scheduling detail.
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