12 Jan 1898
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1898
Page
1
Tell Folks About It proclaims Edwards' as the only city shop offering daily needs at low prices with guaranteed satisfaction. It invites readers to browse a mammoth stock and discover tempting and delicious eatables at unbeatable prices, emphasizing quality.
Columbus, Jan 12. Factional warfare against Senator Hanna continues with charges and countercharges. Hanna led with 73 votes in a 145 member legislature as MeKisson polled 19 in the Senate and 56 to 49 in the House, while Cramer’s illness leaves him absent. The joint ballot will decide if a majority exists, with no election yesterday and the contest lasting all night.
Democratic caucus in Columbus on January 12 failed to settle on Governor Bushnell or Charles Kurtz with McKisson discussed as a potential fusion nominee. McKisson pledged to support the Chicago platform if elected, but denies promising to back free silver. Hanna’s Republicans celebrated the victory with cheers at the Neil House, while bribery allegations swirl around the votes and potential legislative maneuvering.
Reports from Columbus indicate grand jurors in multiple counties are weighing indictments in bribery cases tied to Hanna and Otis. Claims include offers of up to 10 000 dollars to influence votes, with Otis in Cincinnati expected to testify if needed. Other figures show mining interests and party alignments shaping votes across several states.
Washington on January 12 reports Sen Foraker would say little about the first day of Ohio senatorial balloting. Asked for his opinion he replied there is not much more to say and that he is mum on where his affections lie.
James E. Blythe of the Oceanic Phosphate company arrives in St. Louis asserting Oceanic Phosphate, a San Francisco firm, holds clear title to Clipperton Island and that Copperton is American by discovery and occupation. He notes a small garrison, 1,000,000 tons of guano worth $16 per ton, and envisions the island as a naval coaling station guarding potential Panamanian canal trade.
The ninth annual United Mine Workers of America gathering began in Columbus Ohio with about 300 delegates from Ohio Illinois Pennsylvania Indiana and West Virginia attending. President Ratchford presided as the morning session organized the convention and the credential committee’s report was presented in the afternoon showing 454 votes allocated among the states.
A party including Mrs Handy and son and Fred Handy and wife and son stayed overnight in Willington and left on the eight o clock train for Berlin Maryland where the interment occurred.
A young author asks a critic for frank feedback on a book. The critic says only one change matters for a second edition, proposing that the hero and heroine should both drown after the yacht rescue rather than be saved, to keep the opening chapter more shocking.
A woman, needing cash, faces bank identification rules. She promises to return after changing into an evening gown to show a distinctive strawberry birthmark on her right shoulder, joking that it is the best ID. The teller insists on standard verification, delaying her withdrawal until the next day.
A Freeport man, J. Beaver of 555th Avenue, testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved long standing back ache from disordered kidneys and rheumatism after doctors could not help. He bought a box at Emmett & Burrell's drug store and saw his health improve significantly. Doan's Kidney Pills, 50 cents per box, are sold by all dealers or mailed from Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, NY. Remember the name Dean's.
An advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Base powder to cool and ease tired swollen feet and prevent blisters and corns, with a 25 cent price and free trial. Also promotes Hot Springs South Dakota as a cure center for rheumatism and neuralgia with hotel baths and lower railroad fares from Chicago & North Western Railway.
A compilation of quotes and notices on public affairs health and inventions. Highlights include a European warning about a small state potentially forcing policy, a historical patient cured by DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve, and a note on animal cruelties reported by the New York State Society For the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Also mentions a phonographic watch invention and promotion of One Minute Cough Cure as a remedy for coughing and lung troubles.
Promote Grain-o as a grain based drink replacing coffee. Claims it is safe for children and adults and easy on the stomach. Describes rich brown color and Mocha like flavor. Priced 1c and 25 per package, sold by grocers. 8 11deadly
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Advertisers urge buyers to insist on the Key West Perfection cigar, touted as the best ten cent cigar on the market. The note emphasizes its value and popularity in local shops.
The Shoemaker's Poultry Annual and Almanac is offered at Serf's Flour and Feed Store. Limited stock announced with a note that only 1 to 4 copies remain.
Shake Into your Shoes. Allen's Foot-Hase powder relieves painful swollen smarting feet bunions and toe stings. It makes tight shoes feel easy and cures sweating callouses and hot tired feet. Sold by druggists and shoe stores with trial package free by mail 25e. Address Allen S Olmsted LeRoy NY.
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