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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1907
Page
4
An International Typographical Union issues a labor label to the Freeport Journal approving union labor in its mechanical departments. The action reflects the union’s oversight of printing staff and promotes fair wage standards within the publication.
A stream of visitors and residents are recorded in the personal notices. Names include W. P. Leitch Frank Smith Louis Hartzell and Joseph Sears among others visiting Freeport Dixon Chicago and Rockford. Various locals travel for business and social calls with plans to remain in or return to their homes.
John Burrell sick with a grip remains confined at home and convalescing. Andrew Wetzel veteran merchant tailor is seriously ill at his Float Street residence.
A large number of Freeport residents attended the sale near Shannon today of the stock and personal property belonging to Joseph Barron, with buyers lining up for various items and bids recorded on site.
Miss Ida Strong departed this morning for Chicago after receiving a letter from the Chicago office of the Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance Co. seeking her services. She had been with the German for several years.
A short notice notes a two dollar pair of shoes offered within the WORX suite. The fragment mentions Will B. Lubore, suggesting a sale or listing connected to a person of that name.
Jerome Gibler directs the first annual minstrel show under the Grand Opera House ushers to be held Tuesday and Wednesday next week. Fifty performers present fifteen new numbers and several original pieces by Gibler, with a 14-piece orchestra. The program features a comedy sketch, musical acts, and a patriotic finale, promising a high quality home talent event for the city.
W T Caldwell formerly of Freeport has been appointed inspector of transportation on the Queen and Crescent route with headquarters in Cincinnati. He becomes a key figure for the eastern south railway network while retaining presidency of the Wenthe Railway Correspondence school. J S Tennant named assistant secretary of the Wenthe school to support graduates securing positions.
Berwyn Illinois professor Forest S Lunt head of the English department resigns from the high school board releases him He has been elected head of the English department at Berwyn High School and will assume the new post on the 28th He is noted as a young man with extensive teaching and English language professorial experience and leaves after two years with many friends in and out of the school.
Fire started in the tobacco warehouses of S. R. Moss & Co. in Lancaster Pennsylvania spread to adjoining properties and caused an estimated loss of seven million dollars. Fire officials report extensive damage across several blocks with numerous warehouses and adjacent structures affected. The blaze began today and authorities are investigating the cause as firefighters continue to contain hotspots downtown.
New mahogany fixtures arrive and are installed this afternoon. The improvements will make the German Bank the most handsomely furnished in the city, enhancing its overall interior with a notable and stylish design.
The Golden Eagle announces a big sale featuring daily use goods priced attractively for the year ahead. Mark the date January 16 for shopping savings and stock up on essentials.
A farmer north of Rockford woke New Year’s Eve to find sixty two turkeys missing and a wallet with over 300 dollars left behind after a raid. He planned to sell the birds to local merchants before Jan 1 but suspects the pocketbook, containing 800 dollars, was not claimed by the owner. The farmer believes the loss benefits his turkeys’ value and plans to consult his Rockford attorney.
Washington January 11 The house adjourned till Monday after passing 628 pension bills in one hour and thirty five minutes breaking all records for pension legislation in a single session.
The Freeport High School basketball team left this afternoon for Dixon to face the local high school team in eight matches this evening, aiming to secure wins away from home.
No chance for disappointment if you serve Mrs. Austin's Pancakes. All grocers stock this popular mix, praised for quick preparation and reliable results.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Y M C A plans a two night religious play The Reformation or The Life of Luther at the Grand Opera House on February 6 and 7 with 150 church participants and 85 stereopticon views Mrs H E Monroe of Washington DC originates the production will direct and supervise the performers The trial at Worms is central and all sixteenth century costuming and roles are prepared A press praised the edifying show and local color is added by Mrs Monroe Curzon biography and Indian service summary text appears mixed with unrelated details about Lord Curzon and dredging bids, indicating a partial clipping.
The agreement divides duties with the government supplying permanent plants, materials, facilities, transport, and oversight, while contractors provide labor, minor tools, machinery, and repairs. It sets American and foreign labor hours, permits hiring and firing rules, and ties contractor pay to cost performance with premiums and penalties. It also limits contractor liability to negligence and outlines termination terms with compensation.
The Isthmian canal commission will open bids at noon for completing the Panama Canal. The project covers a 1000 foot wide canal, narrows to 400 and 200 feet at various sections, and involves massive earth and masonry work. Estimated total cost around 100 million dollars with no single firm likely to win all disparate work.
A brief verse says the house the doctor built stands as the biggest in view and mocks paying for it while noting they all drink Rocky Mountain Tea attributed to Joseph Emmet.
The Germania society held a large card and dancing party in their hall with many members and guests present. Euchre winners were Mrs J G Lilly and Dr Bowers first, Mrs J A Hoebel and F B Richards second, Mrs A Schudt and Otro Hill Sr third. Edward Gilbert's orchestra provided music and refreshments were served.
Yesterday afternoon was ladies day at the Knights of Columbus club rooms with many attendees socializing. Euchre results honor Mrs. I. Goodwin first, Mrs. Agnes Carmody second, Mrs. F. Hornberger third, Mrs. Michael Kelly fourth, and Mrs. Martin Kelly consolation. committee A Lichtenberger and H C Heyer to organize the next party.
A large audience gathered in the hall of the North American college last evening for the third number in the entertainment course. The program featured instrumental and vocal numbers and readings, pleasing the crowd with contributions from Miss Lund, Miss Bessie Bates, Mrs. Gertude Griffith Shelp of Freeport, and Lila Mae Ayers.
Dorothy Jastram, daughter of Mr and Mrs Fred Jastram, celebrated her fifth birthday with an afternoon party. Fifteen friends attended from 8 to 6 o clock enjoying refreshments. The hostess received presents from the guests in a handsome tribute.
Largely attended card party last evening hosted by the Court of Honor for members and their ladies. Euchre was played and favors awarded to Mrs N Wilkey and J Dawson first, Mrs J Bowers and G A Shaffer second, Mrs Bert Miller and A P Miller third. A luncheon was served.
Miss Clara Straub entertained the Busy Bunch club at a work party last evening. Refreshments followed. A guessing contest was held with favors awarded to Miss Tillie Pfender and Miss Clara Bangasser.
The card party by the Ladies Auxiliary of the B of L E chapter 290 is scheduled for 2 30 PM on Monday March 18 at the Masonic temple bringing together members for an afternoon of games and fellowship.
The La Crosse baseball directors meeting is postponed by President Elliott and likely to be held after the Eau Claire meeting on the 20th. Elliott misses the court jury and will resume once dismissed. Uncertain whether Pink Hawley stays with La Crosse. Killian may join if he plays next season. W. Cuppy signed at shortstop, praised for speed and bat, brother of George Cuppy. Contracts out for two more players with expected returns this month.
A longtime Freeport baseball figure known as Peck Meade, former left fielder in the first Wisconsin league season, sent a note from Panoka Alberta asking for 1906 pennant winner and club standings. Meade, now in real estate, was a fan favorite and quick to share news from the old league. Indigestion remedy ad follows.
An advertisement lists a $2.50 pair of shoes offered with a $12.00 suit or overcoat. Names or exact contact details appear as part of the notice.
Ella Marie Parks offers private lessons and class work in elocution, musical culture and harmonics at Lincoln Avenue.
A union meeting was held in the First Presbyterian church lecture room. Mrs. D. B. Wells of the Northwest Board spoke on The Message of 1906 in Foreign Missions, highlighting points about foreign missionary work previously unfamiliar to the audience.
A proposal outlines a safe, profitable investment using gilt edged real estate mortgages. It offers 4 percent interest if annual income is withdrawn after a year or more, or higher profit from letting the stock mature. Funds are fully invested with the Association claiming no losses. Full details available on inquiry.
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