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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1908
Page
5
Critics condemn a proposed bill that would guarantee all deposits and taxed note issues at five percent. They argue the measure punishes conservative banks, rewards high-risk rivals, and shifts losses to prudent institutions to subsidize reckless competition. The plan, they say, funds government deposits and banknotes at the expense of prudent management.
The men who signed the petition asking a local option vote are invited to tonight's meeting at 8 o'clock on the fifth floor of the River Building. Jacksonville attorney J Marshall Miller will speak. The city previously backed local option in November, after a hard campaign that included Miller’s strong leadership.
L A Herrick returns from the International Independent Telephone convention in Chicago where delegates from the United States and Canada exceeded a thousand. He notes a strong nationwide push to keep competitive telephone conditions and explains rising costs and the need for fair charges based on usage.
Frank J. Cheney of Toledo asserts his firm F J Cheney & Co will pay $100 for every catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The sworn declaration, dated December 6, 1886, is witnessed by Notary A W Gleason. The advertisement promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally with testimonials and lists price at 74 cents and mentions Hall’s Family Pills for constipation.
Tomorrow afternoon a YMCA meeting for men will be held at Embury M K church in the main auditorium starting at 4 o clock. Evangelist Schofield directs a men chorus and will sing a solo by Her. W H Beynon the new First Baptist pastor will speak on When a Man's a Man. All men welcome. boys meet at 2 30 p m in their room at the building with Rev F W Emerson addressing them tomorrow.
R M James of Louellen five C says Electric Bitters cures malaria misery and chills fast. The tonic purifies blood and eases stomach liver and kidney complaints including backache. Sold under guarantee at Joseph Emuinert’s drug store.
Advertising blurb urges shoppers to attend the KE and W clearing sale running January for 1-21 days, inviting entire families to come and save on featured merchandise and seasonal items.
The notice notes prices at the E and W Clearing Sale with coats at 18 dollars and suits at 12 dollars 75 cents. It presents a brief account of the advertised discounts and item categories in the sale event.
Pattison and Kryder offer second hand books priced low. marketed as nearly new with substantial savings for buyers seeking affordable reading and study material.
Miss Marie Barnist operates a piano studio at 52 Oak Place. The notice lists the address and states the 12 19 date format, indicating a calendar or schedule reference.
Freeport business men plan to attend the Illinois Association of Commerce and Manufacturers annual gathering in Dixon on Feb 18 19 and 20. The program covers secretary and treasurer reports, credentials, local association reports, credit rating discussions, parcels post issues, postal savings banks, one cent postage, rail and insurance topics, and questions on advertising and road use.
Committee on resolutions reads papers and selects the next convention city. Officers for the ensuing year are chosen and Installation of officers completed.
In last night’s action at Mission pool and billiard hall Anderson beat Young after giving him the thirteen ball, while Fisher also defeated Young in a closely played match. A separate standings table lists players such as W.L. Pet., William Flick, Anderson, Fisher, John Place, M. Frenzier, Fred Young, O. Ohlendorf, Jake Kreble, and W. Cummitsford with varied scores and percentages.
The Lemon social hosted by the Young People's society last night at First Baptist drew a large crowd. Highlights included a lemon race and a spelling crab. A parlor comedy titled A Good Dinner featured a cast including Mrs Gablendar Jennie Jones Mir Marl Davis Mr Warburton and Ruth Davis among others.
Globe Home Garrison held a card party last night at the K of G hall with twenty tables in use. Prizes awarded to Mrs. M Wilkey, Charles Klock, John Bouaman, Mrs. Edward Schinig, Mrs. E Nolan, Mrs. Edward Burkhart, Mr. Blake and Mrs. Henry Meiers. Another party is planned for next Friday evening.
The ladies of the O R C were hostesses yesterday afternoon at a card party. Favors were awarded to Mrs. R stack Mrs. Southwick Mrs. Yoder and Mrs. Henry Rotzler.
Members of the Beta club were entertained last evening in a pleasant manner by Miss Norma Lash at her home on Union Street.
C O Eldridge of Simpire Ga endorses Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs colds throat and lung troubles. He claims seven years of use proving it best remedy for croup and throat issues with quick cures for attacks. Sold at Joseph Emmert’s drug store 50 cents and 1.00 trial bottle free.
Prices offered at the E. and W. clearing sale include overcoats and suits at 18.00 and 12.75 respectively. The listing notes such bargain figures as part of the final sale emphasis.
The Daily Journal announces city wide delivery at 10 cents per week, offering affordable access to news across the metropolis.
Mrs A B Simms former national whist champion denounces church card games for prizes at Bloomington revival led by Rev William A Sunday. She warns mothers against fashionable gambling, says card playing ruins religious life, citing 1906 Amsterdam trophy win and spreading among church members.
The Journal prints a Freeport message detailing the economic impact of prohibition. It cites billions in annual output and taxes from brewing and distilling, argues bans would harm allied industries, raise unemployment, and threaten livelihoods of millions, warning of a major financial crisis if restrictions expand.
We announce Foley's Honey and Tar as not affected by the Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults by W. J. Moogk and Wil. FL Jungkunz.
The University Extension course in bible study began last evening at the Masonic temple. Dr. Willett delivered a stimulating and suggestive lecture, drawing a good crowd of old subscribers and many new ones, evidencing strong enthusiasm for the study.
Jacob Springer of West Franklin Maine says Dr Kings New Life Pills improve stomach and bowels. Money refunds offered at Joseph Emmert’s drug store if the trial disappoints.
Ladies footwear, sizes 3.00 and 83.50 end lines, good sizes available, all priced at 1.98. Come quickly to view best selection from Schmidt Wachlin and Pfreffrer.
Local store Pattison Krydler advertises the best selection of composition books tablets notebooks pencils pens paints and related supplies for students and artists. Prices and titles not specified in this fragment.
Freeport hosts the first Hard Times party on roller skates Wednesday evening January 20 featuring road music and a posted order. Everyone is invited to attend and join the fun.
Prices on shoes at the BE and W clearing sale are advertised. The notice states the business is ready to handle poultry and offer the highest market price. The entry is signed by FL R. Rick & Co. and includes a location or address fragment.
The store offers a 10 percent discount on footwear and a 24 percent discount on clothing for this week only. Customer: Robert Luecke, 82 Galena St. 131dde.
Oak Street Evangelical church lists 9:30 Sunday school 10:30 morning and 7:30 p m preaching with 7 p m Young People meeting. Evening topic Asaph's Motto. Weekday meetings including united mission study and prayer. Other churches and schedules noted with various services and confirmations.
Revival services at the U B Church featured Mr Hicks delivering a sermon on Naaman the Leper. Evening services at 7 30 and Fireside Gospel events included Sabbath school at 9 30 with Sheridan Garman as superintendent and Evangelist Hicks preaching at 10 45 on The Gallilean Teacher. Y P C U meetings at 6 30 followed by evangelistic service at 7 30 led by Dr Hicks, with a large chorus choir at all services and reception of new members.
Tomorrow at the Embury church Epworth league meeting Frank Llewellyn will lead the session on special meetings now held at Embury. Mr Schofield will supervise the evangelistic song service as the gathering aims for a helpful, cordial event inviting all attendees.
A Trinity church notice invites men to a 3 p.m. session titled Failures with a short revival style service following the talk. The first two meetings drew strong attendance, prompting a third. Women are invited to a revival at Miss Margaret Wagner’s home on State Street at the same hour and Mrs. M. Mick’s home hosts a women’s meeting.
Rev. C. M. Rohrbaugh reports strong interest from two weeks of meetings at Shiloh church with assistance planned from Rev. HH. M. Markley and Mr. Whiteside next week. Vespers at Grace church are set for 4 40 a m with special music and rector's talk on What is the Episcopal Church. Mr. R. C. Smedley of the Y M C A will conduct at the English Reformed church tomorrow morning at loose.
Mr E and Chamberlain of Clinton Maine says Bucktin Arica Salve does the business. He claims it cured piles chapped hands and an old sore without a scar. Sold at Joseph Emmert's drug store.
A Remex 81.00 fountain pen is advertised for students at Pater son & Kryder's 1 Padre.
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