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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1906
Page
1
In county precincts the candidate received broad backing as voters favored his succession to the seat left vacant by his father's death. The sentiment expressed by many Democrats indicated confidence in his continuing the family legacy.
In Chicago a young man and a young woman were found dead from bullet wounds in a St James hotel room. A gun fired into both mouths left the cause and shooter unknown. The man registered as Balot Rose from Algonquin, Ill and was later identified as Frank Kouba of Algonquin.
Annapolis Md Jan 17 midshipmen Petterson Barton Marzoni W W Foster and Tremor Coffin Jr were publicly dismissed from the United States Navy for hazing as the brigade paraded for regular dinner formation today.
Paris reports Clement Armand Fallieres elected president of France to succeed M Loubet. Fallieres, president of the senate, assumed the high office announced today during the ceremonial enclosure in Paris.
Henry Walt former state treasurer and Justius Loeb connected with Continental Financing were sentenced in Chicago to two months in the house of correction and fined 100 dollars each.
Chicago January 17 special forecast shows showers in the southern counties and snow flurries in the northern area tonight and Thursday, with warmer temperatures tonight. The sun rose at 7 26 a m and sets at 4 55 p.m. Methusala reference appears and an advertisement for Rocky Mountain Tea by Joseph Emmert ends the item.
The Golden Eagle announces a 10 day clothing sale starting Saturday with discounts designed to attract shoppers. The event features wide selections and promotional pricing aimed at boosting sales over the weekend and beyond.
Miss Dorothea M. Taylor a piano teacher and graduate of Chicago Piano College seeks a small number of pupils. Located at 137 Douglas Ave Teal contact via 222. January 16.
Republican Oscar J. Elsesser defeated Democrat Edward L. Snyder by a solid majority in a decisive special election. The Freeport vote surprised many as Elsesser held strong across ten precincts despite Democratic efforts. Born in Buckeye Township and a Red Oak grain firm official, Elsesser’s certification and bond filing push full duties to late January.
The mayor grimly laments the election defeat of his brother-in-law Snyder with remarks that express disfavor for those responsible. He stressed his campaign appeal, claimed the opponent is poor, and warned his own party mates against public condemnation while urging better sportsmanship.
One of the citys largest funerals was held for William Waddington veteran conductor of the Illinois Central road. Services were at First Presbyterian Church with Rev H L Moore. burial at East Dubuque escorted by railroad officials. He is survived by wife and mother five sisters and five brothers and five children. Pallbearers included M J Hanley E B Hall G S Bastick William Ropps George Johnson and E S Dugan. Conductor Farnum led arrangements.
Next Saturday afternoon at the Woman's club Miss Clara Dorman will give her first public recital since returning from Germany after two years with Leopold Godowsky. Miss Genevieve Smith, an instructor of vocal music at the university in Madison Wisconsin, will assist. Tickets cost 26 cents and may be bought at Brown Dollmeyer Pattison Kryder and Walter Young bookstores.
The Cos mopolitan Life Insurance association held its annual meeting and re elected two directors, Dr W W Krape and A G Murray. Officers elected were Dr W W Krape president and general manager, A C Schadel vice president, A G Murray attorney and general counsel, Dr B H P Bartlett treasurer, and Chas G Keck secretary. The year 1905 saw $170,000 paid in death losses.
A. Cohen a junk dealer of the Yiddish type was bound over to the grand jury this morning under bonds of 200 for receiving metal stolen from the Illinois Central road. The arrest was made by Special Agent Healy. Cohen furnished the bonds and was released.
A Boston drug ad touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as the pleasant and effective cure for constipation. It claims to awaken torpid livers, unblock bowels, prevent appendicitis, and tone the system. Sold for 25 cents at Joseph Emmert's drug store.
Quick breakfast suggestion praises Mrs. Austin's pancake flour as a convenient solution. Notes no trouble in preparing a fast morning meal with the product. Mentions Jet as a casual signoff or endorsement cue.
Winslow residents search for J M Staver a longtime cattle buyer who disappeared Friday evening leaving about 7000 in debts. Dozens of creditors and sureties fear losses as they plan possible asset seizure and pro rata repayment. Staver aged about 36 with a wife five children owned a farm near Winslow and had recently sold it for 19000 amid financial troubles.
Washington January 17 Special Tillman severely arraigned the president over the ejectment of Mrs Morris from the White House. Senator Hale challenged Tillman saying he had no right to vent personal feeling in the matter. Tillman insisted his personal feelings did not enter the issue.
Willemstad Curaçao January 17 Special reports that France severed diplomatic relations with Venezuela on January 10 via the American minister in Caracas. M. Taiguy retires with Russell currently handling French interests. The French charge arrived and awaits a cruiser to Martinique. Cable to Venezuela remains cut.
Bloomington Alabama January birds from Shah Petal suipivents of Alabama quai and Virginia pheasants arrive to renew game stock. Plan calls for distribution of 23 000 birds across Illinois counties to boost population.
Miss Georgia Witte claims a communication sent to this paper announcing her intention to hold a birthday party was inserted without her authority and states she has no such plan. The notice casts doubt on the veracity of the published item and seeks correction.
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