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Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1909

Page

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Doctors In Session At Winter Meeting Of Society

The Stevenson County Medical Society held its winter meeting in Freeport's county courtroom this afternoon with doctors from out of town in attendance. Topics included a report on the Washington International Congress on Tuberculosis by Dr. A. E. Smith, tuberculin reactions by Dr. K. F. Snyder, tubercular peritonitis by Dr. Mary L. Rosenstiel, and Medical Europe by Dr. W. B. Peck along with clinical cases. Business discussion will consider aligning the fiscal year with the state organization, starting and ending with the calendar year. An advertising note promotes Man Zan Pile Remedy as offering immediate relief for piles, guaranteed 56Oc by H. J. Moogk and C. P. Guener.

Stephenson County Medical Society Freeport Washington A. E. Smith K. F. Snyder Mary L. Rosenstiel Medical Europe W. B. Peck H. J. Moogk C. P. Guener

Weather forecast notes cold waves and snow flurries

The bulletin from Chicago reports Illinois will see snow flurries and a cold wave, with cold temperatures spreading north tonight and Friday. Iowa forecasts fair conditions but a cold wave with colder Friday, while Wisconsin expects cold wave tonight with fair skies and snow flurries in the east and colder Friday.

The Associated Press Chicago Illinois Towa Wisconsin

Noted hotel destroyed at Republican HQ in Kansas

The Copeland hotel in Topeka, Kansas, longtime Republican political headquarters, burned at 4 am. The cause is unknown. One guest, J. E. Lambert of Emporia, is missing among about 100 guests. Several jumped from upper floors causing broken ankles and bruises but no serious injuries. The building was a total loss within an hour with estimated damage around 100000 dollars.

Kansas Associated Press Topeka J. EB. Lambert Emporia

Iowa Names New Governor Geryl Carroll Inaugurated

Des Moines reports Geryl I. Carroll sworn in as Iowa’s governor before a joint assembly audience including state officials and National Guard field officers. He opened with an inaugural address following the invocation.

Associated Press Des Moines General Assembly Iowa National Guard Iowa Geryl I’. Carroll Gov. Carroll

Patrolman Shot to Death in Omaha Hold-Up

In Omaha on January 14 Patrolman L A Smith was killed and Detective W J Devereese likely fatally injured A Clarke and Betsy Smith were fatally and severely shot during an attempted robbery at Anna Wilson's Ninth Street place. The assailant Clarke tried to hold up the premises.

Omaha Associated Press L. A. Smith W. J. Devereese A. Clarke Betsy Smith Clarke Anna Wilson Ninth Street

King Victor Emmanuel Thanks America For Earthquake Aid

Rome January 14 King Victor Emmanuel received Rear Admiral Sperry in private audience at the Quirinal palace. His majesty expressed deep appreciation for what America had done for Italian earthquake sufferers.

Associated Press Rome Victor Emmanuel Sperry Quirinal Palace America

Market Report Prices on Wheat Corn and Cattle

Today’s Market Report lists closing quotes from the Chicago Board of Trade and Union Stock Yards. May wheat 10637, May corn 613%, May oats 5.5, Jan pork 1667, lard 9.55 57, ribs 8.70 72. Cattle 10,000 10 lower, beeves 4.00 7.25, stockers 3.25 5.00, cows heifers 1.75 5.50. Hops 30,000 steady, light 5.45 6.10, mixed 15.70 8.35, heavy 5.76 6.40, rough 5.75 5.90, bulk sales 6.00 6.25, sheep 15,000 steady 3.25 5.90.

Associated Press Chicago Board of Trade Union

Dependancy Case Seeks Custody for Lloyd Nishwander

A petition is filed with the county court clerk to declare Lloyd Nishwander twelve son of Fred Nishwander dependent and commit him to an institution or training school. The case will be heard tomorrow.

Lloyd Nishwander Fred Nishwander

Baseball Guides Out in Freeport Stores

The Spaulding Official Baseball guide has arrived in Freeport and is now available for sale at local bookstores and other sporting goods shops.

Spaulding Freeport

Bidwell Dies Suddenly. Freeport Bank Leader Passes

O B Bidwell long identified with Freeport affairs and First National Bank presidency died at his West Freeport home after a sudden angina attack. A pioneer citizen and public spirited figure, he remained active days before his death and was conscious to the end.

O. B. Bidwell First National Bank Pioneer Citizen West Freeport Bidwell Freeport Freeport Gas Light & Coke Co Mr. Bidwell

John T. McCutcheon to Visit Freeport Likely Soon

Freeport expects a visit by John T. McCutcheon, renowned Chicago Tribune cartoonist, with appearances booked by the Lyceum Bureau for late January or early February. Tickets require subscriptions due to a large guarantee, reflecting high demand and limited engagements.

Freeport John T. McCutcheon The Chicago Tribune Lyceum ‘Bureau McCutcheon Chicago Tribune

Freeport Citizens' Commercial group runs booster day

The membership committee led by secretary Herbert Shearer invited new members through a Freeport Journal ad. The goal is 600 members. 143 currently belong. Booster day is planned Friday to publicly recognize top recruiters and boost Freeport enterprise growth.

Citizen's Commercial Association Herbert Shearer Freeport Journal Shearer Freeport Citizens’ Commercial Association Association For the Betterment of

Conservator Appointed for Kent Man’s Estate

Mrs Mary J Hockman of Kent was named conservator for the estate of Wesley Hockman who was adjudged insane about two weeks ago.

Mary J. Hockman Kent Wesley Hockman

Flour Ad Promises Happy Housewife

The notice promotes White Lily and Plymouth flour as the flour that makes the housewife glad. It urges readers to ask their dealer for these brands.

White Lily Plymouth

John Rife Promoted to State Bank Examiner

John A. Rife, longtime official in the state auditor of public accounts building and loan department, is promoted to state bank examiner. Born in Freeport about 45 years ago, he has strong ties to Lena and Freeport, with prior roles as grocery operator, town and schools board member, and active in Republican civic affairs. He will assume new duties next Monday and is praised for integrity and sound judgment.

John A. Rife State Auditor of Public Accounts Building and Loan Association Mr. Rife Freeport Lena Springfield Rite State Auditor’s Stephenson County State House John Rife Rife Henry Rife Pred Ward

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