13 Jan 1898
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1898
Page
1
A promotional copy urges readers to visit Edwards for daily necessities at unmatched low prices. It touts a mammoth stock of tempting eatables and guaranteed satisfaction, claiming no other store can duplicate the quality for the price.
A violent twister struck Fort Smith and Van Buren Arkansas around 11 pm Tuesday, decimating blocks, killing numerous residents and destroying $1,000,000 in property. Fires razed buildings, the National Cemetery was wrecked, and relief pours in as hospitals report dozens injured with many bodies recovered. Nearby towns fear further losses as debris spreads and officials organize aid.
Former Number Forty-One and There Are Nearly Fifty Seriously Wounded lists many dead and injured. Names include Pead-Silar Mincer Harvey Rutledge Mary Timmerman Joe Griswold John Martin J. B. Riley Mrs Milt Hurgess at Burgess hotel and others. Victims died at St Johns hospital. Wounds range from head injuries to broken ribs and limbs. some may die.
Springfield reports limited activity as the Illinois Senate reads the revenue bill a second time and adjourns for the week, while the House passes Nolte's tax on foreign corporations and defeats a gas tax increase. In Michigan, Governor Pingree and departmental chiefs discuss a possible special session to address railway fares and corporate taxes. Muskegon notes troubled assets at Consolidated Steel Rail.
Nominations confirmed yesterday included collectors of internal revenue Charles Wright of First Michigan district John Patterson of Third Iowa John M Kemble of Fourth Iowa and S M Lemon of Fourth Michigan advancing to their posts with senate approval.
A compact list traces the etymology of continents and major lakes from ancient languages, noting meanings and origins such as Europe from Greek and broad face, Lake Michigan meaning a weir for fish, and Lake Erie linked to a fierce tribe. The report then shifts to a weather forecast from Washington noting twenty four hours of indications for Indiana Illinois Lower Michigan Upper Michigan Wisconsin and Iowa with varying cold, snow or rain, and winds.
Chicago Board of Trade quotations show wheat May at 90 to 91 1/2 cents and July at 81 1/2. Corn May 0 cents, July 30 1/2 to 30 3/4 cents. Oats January nominal, May 23 1/4 cents. Pork May 9.50, lard May 4.865. Butter up to 19 cents, eggs 20 cents a dozen, poultry prices varied. Live hogs 3.20 to 3.70, cattle 2.60 to 6.00, sheep and lambs mixed with prices near 3.60 to 5.75 for lambs. Milwaukee reports steady grain values with No. 1 northern wheat at 91 1/2 cents.
Columbus January 18 The United Mine Workers convention re elected President Ratchford by a wide margin over Joseph Evans who won 16 of 434 votes Four vice presidential candidates were named Ratchford urged moving the national headquarters to another city pushing for higher mining prices and an eight hour day at a Chicago conference He also favored avoiding future alliances with the KOL The treasurer Pearce reported a stronger organization with 10812 18 in treasury after a year of heavy strike drains Receipts totaled 38474 95 expenditures 28847 42 New locals organized since last September numbered 298 boosting membership by over 25000 Norway Michigan January 13 A Swedish homesteader across the border has produced tar from Norway pine roots in the northern Michigan woods an early notable achievement
An 19th century sales pitch claims deafness stems from Eustachian tube inflammation and catarrh. It promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure, offering $100 for uncured cases and urging readers to send for circulars. Product sold by druggists in Toledo, Ohio, with a broad claim of constitutional treatment.
Try Allen's Foot Ease powder to shake into shoes and cool tired swollen feet. It relieves smarting feet tight shoes and blisters and callous spots while easing corns bunions and giving comfort. Sold by druggists and shoe stores for 25c trial package free address Allen S Olmsted Le Roy New York 8 12 deodwiimn.
The Hot Springs in the Black Hills of South Dakota offer cures for rheumatism neuralgia and related illnesses through its waters. First class hotel accommodations and baths available. Tourist tickets on sale daily with especially low rates on the first and third Tuesdays of this month. For full information apply to agents Chicago North Western Hallway.
Readers can obtain a United States map puzzle on heavy cardboard with each state or territory as a piece. The colored puzzle shows state capitals and major rivers. It teaches map geography and relative state sizes, promising both entertainment and education for all ages. Send 10 cents to Mr F A Lord, G P T A, Chicago.
A European statesman discusses whether to own or collect indemnities from a small country. Advertisements highlight DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve for eczema piles and burns, and One Minute Cough Cure for coughs and lung troubles.
An old advertisement promotes Grain-o as a coffee substitute made from pure grains. It claims children and adults can drink it without stomach distress, noting prices around 8 to 25 cents per package and urging grocers to stock Grain-o.
A local vendor touts the Key West Perfection cigar as the best 10 cent option on the market, urging customers to insist on this brand amid rival imitators and price pressure.
County court of Stephenson County Illinois has rendered judgment for a special tax on properties benefiting improvements along Exchange Adams Mechanic Chicago Van Buren streets and North Galena avenue with brick. Warrant for collection is in possession of the undersigned. Call and pay at the collector's office Room 3 Fry's block within thirty days from January 3, 1898. Office hours 9 am to 8 pm. Thomas D. Osborne, Collector.
Northwestern line offers a thirty day winter trip to Mexico under J J Grafton. Departure from Chicago Tuesday morning January 2b 1898 in a vestibuled train with palace sleeping, observation and dining cars. Limited return passage to nine months. Pamphlets and rates available from Chicago & Northwestern ticket agents. Also Shoemaker's Poultry Annual advertised. Allen's Foot-Ease shoe foot powder promoted for comfort and foot care with mail order option.
County court of Stephenson Illinois has issued judgment for a special tax on property benefited by brick paving of Adams Carroll and Williams streets. Warrant for collection is held by the undersigned. Interested parties must call within thirty days from the date dated January 8 1898. Office hours 9 am to 3 pm. Tuos D. Osborne. 1-3-and
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