Old Time Illinois Central Engineer Reflects On Career
A Waterloo courier edition recalls James D. Place known as Uncle Jim, an Illinois Central engineer of forty nine years, who began railroading in 1861 and ran the first regular train into Galena and East Dubuque. He fought in the Civil War with the 75th Illinois and lost his right leg in 1866 at Hanging Neck, later retiring in 1900 with pension.
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Rosecrans
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Atlanta
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Missionary Ridge
Franklin, Tenn
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Champaign
Centralia
Cairo
Hanging Neck
Makanda
Mona
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Ilinois Central Railroad Company
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Sioux City
Jerry Hartnett
Tragic railroad accident described near Masonville
A conductor and an engineer die in separate wrecks on a westbound line between Manchester and Masonville. Jerry is decapitated when a bell rope jams on a flat car while Conductor Hartnett fixes it. Near Aplington a trestle collapse during repairs kills Engineer Dubois and Fireman Clancy, with several injuries and a frightened tramp among the wreckage.
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J. T. Moran
Jerry
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Masonville
Aplington
Dubois
John Clancy
Hobart Fee
W. N. Rubel
Hyomei Promises Relief for Catarrh and Hay Fever
An advertisement promotes Hyomei as a cure for catarrh asthma and hay fever. It describes the inhaler method with eucalyptus balsam and claims rapid, antiseptic action on the respiratory membrane. Wm F Jungkunz sells a complete Hyomei outfit for $1.00 on a money back plan. Mrs A Cutler of Battle Creek endorses its effectiveness in 1908.
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Wm. F. Jungkunz
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A. Cutler
Post Ave
Battle Creek, Mich
Bishop Brewer Celebrates 70th Birthday in Montana
Rt Rev Leigh R Brewer Protestant Episcopal bishop of Montana was born January 20 1839 in Berkshire Vermont. After Hobart College he studied at General Theological Seminary and was ordained deacon in 1866 and priest in 1867. He served Grace Church Carthage and later Trinity Church Watertown before becoming Montana’s bishop in 1880. He is noted as author and speaker.
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Woman Attacked by a Dog on Locust Street
Mrs Alph Plowman was knocked down by a vicious bulldog while walking on Locust street last evening. Her clothing was torn and she escaped serious injury only due to heavy garments. The writer urges owners to lock vicious dogs and condemns the use of the tramp car.
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Alph Plowman
Locust Street
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promoted by Chicago Home
Dr Luella Underhill of the Working Woman's Home in Chicago says her family uses Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild reliable laxative. The company guarantees results and offers a free sample bottle by mail from Pepsin Syrup Co. 119 Caldwell Block, Monticello, IL.
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Man of Force Burt Enters Great Western Presidency
Des Moines reports Horace G. Burt will become president of the Chicago Great Western. The veteran railroad man, long an executor during receivership, built his renown from Fremont Elkhorn Missouri Valley to Union Pacific and faced a famous break with Harriman before guiding Great Western’s future. Plans include over 18 million dollars in system improvements.
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Fremont, Elkhorn & Missouri Valley Railway
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Dubuque
George Marsh
M. & Omaha
St. Paul
Union Pacific
Harriman
New York
Omaha
Big Sam
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Promises Rapid Burns Relief
Brave fire laddies often receive severe burns while fighting fires and apply Bucklen's Arnica Salve to ease pain. The ad proclaims it as earth's greatest healer for burns, wounds, cuts, bruises, eruptions, ulcers, felons, and piles with instant relief at 25 cents from Joseph Emmert.
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Joseph Emmert
Grand Opera House Presents The Revelation Tonight
Amusements note Margaret Ralph stars in The Revelation at the Grand Opera house tonight in the role of Catherine a wronged wife. The company under Martin and Emery delivers an emotional performance and fine scenery while the Nashville Banner lauds its strength, stirring scenes, and strong acting.
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Catherine
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Nashville (Tenn.) Banner
South
Jack Rose Brings Real Texas Flair to Texas Pals
The Dallas News praised Jack Rose as a pure Texan in Texas Pals, noting his authentic gunplay and love scenes. The Galveston News echoed pride in Rose’s Texas roots and bright future if he keeps up his work. The show arrives at the Grand Opera House on January 21 for matinee and night performances.
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Texas
Jack Rose
Grand Opera House
Dallas News
Ivanoff the Russian Refugee Joins Booth Tarkington Play
In the new Booth Tarkington and Harry Leon Wilson drama, the character Ivanoff a Siberian convict and political refugee becomes part of the plot after an auto tour from Rome to Greece. He escapes to reach a Mediterranean coast and sail to Egypt, with the authors keeping details private for future use.
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Harry Leon Wilson
Ivanoff
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Mediterranean
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Wilson
Rome
Athens
Thessaly
Theagines
The Power of Truth Comes to Grand Opera House
St Petersburg audiences welcome Lorin J. Howard’s company with The Power of Truth. The play, an American abroad tale of diplomacy and suspense, blends humor with an international marriage plot. Strong acting and a polished production promise an engaging evening.
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Lorin J. Howard
Grand Opera House
Afid
Bay of Freeport merchants price right to meet your needs
Bay of Freeport merchants advertise competitive pricing and flexible terms. They emphasize understanding customer requirements and tailoring offers to fit budgets while maintaining quality and service. Local shoppers are urged to compare value and shop confidently.
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Bay of Freeport
Remedy sold in city for coughs and colds
The ad touts De King's New Life Pills as a cure for a variety of ailments including coughs, colds, bronchitis, asthma, and bronchial troubles. It claims relief and full recovery with bottles priced 50 cents and one dollar, with a trial bottle offered free and guaranteed by Joseph Emmert. The Daily Journal is delivered citywide for 16 cents a week.
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