Roosevelt Urges Immediate Action On National Resources
President Roosevelt sent to Congress the National Conservation Commission report with his preface urging urgent action to preserve natural resources. He notes the report summarizes our capital in resources, stresses the need to live within means, and calls for broad distribution and decisive policy action to protect future generations. The message frames conservation as the nation’s fundamental task and warns against delay or private interests obstructing the public good.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Congress
National Conservation Commission
Senate
House of Representatives
Conference of Governors
Governors Oftates
Conservation Commissions
Tragic Attic Fall Kills EightYearold Wat ter Hommema
A young boy eight years old, Walter Hommema, fell thirty five feet from an unfinished attic into a cement basement and died at noon. The accident occurred as children played near a chimney opening in the Walter Wolf home under construction in Fetatonica Lad, leaving the village in shock.
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Fetatonica
Pecktottica
Walter Homimema
Fater
Congregational Church
Jackson Will Probate in Rockford for Pecatonica Heir Set
The will of J D Jackson of Pecatonica admitting probate in county court provides $20 000 personal and $8 000 real estate to be shared by nine children and the widow. Executrix Nita Jackson bonds for $56 000. Died December 19 with detailed bequests to widow Prudence D Jackson daughter Nita grandchildren George of Leicester England and Lysander Cemetery Association.
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Rockford
J. D. Jackson
Pecatonica
Nita Jackson
Judge Heard Busy in Three Counties in One Day
Freeport jurist OO Heard kept moving between Cook county and Lee county courts then to Stephenson and back to Freeport for an evening session. He presided in Cook county on motions for new trials, handled chancery matters in Mack's circuit, and was to hear a motion to amend a bill of exception in Godfrey vs Lee County Lighting before catching a Dixon bound train.
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Freeport
Dixon
OO. E. Heard
Superior Court
Cook County
T Heard
Mack
Circuit Court
Honor Over Salary Moves Sterling Mayor Pay Cut
A Sterling movement seeks to reduce the mayor’s salary from 500 to 100 dollars a year, restoring the figure from four years ago. The mayor currently receives 500, with 200 for president of the board of local improvements and 300 as mayor. Proponents say candidates would accept the post for patriotism and public service, not pay.
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Board of Local Improvements
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Endorsed by Chicago Home
Chicago Working Woman's Home physician Dr Luella Underhill endorses Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild effective laxative for family health. Free samples offered by the Pepsin Syrup Co with address in Monticello Illinois. Available from druggists at 50 cents to one dollar per bottle.
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Chicago
Pepsin Syrup Co
Caldwell Bldg
Monticello
Big combination sale announced at Enterprise Livery
A notice details a mid February combination sale at Enterprise Livery on Spring Street. Stock owners may list horses, cattle, or bulls by calling at the barn or contacting A. H. Miller to arrange and ensure advertisement prior to February 1.
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Enterprise
Spring Street
A. H. Miller
Freeport Merchants Promise Low Prices and Sequirements
Fragmentary OCR notes show a Freeport merchants claim they will meet requirements and set prices right. The text is incomplete but suggests a local trade message urging shoppers to rely on these merchants for value.
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Freeport
Christian America Versus Child Labor Sermon
Rev H M Beynon addresses child labor and the National Child Labor Committee from the pulpit, urging Christians to value and protect every child. He cites statistics on underage workers, factory law violations, and the moral impact on society, arguing Christianity must translate into action against child labor.
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H .M. Beynon
Baptist Church
America
Kingdom of Heaven
Chicago
Interior
National Child Labor Committee
Jesus
Boston
Christian Amerdet
Felix Adler
Edward T. Devine
Macfadden Praised For Pure Living Message At YMCA
Bernarr Macfadden addressed a near full YMCA gymnasium crowd on living rationally for a abundant life. He stressed high standards of living and displayed his fitness feats at the lecture. Tonight he will lecture on Exhilarating Health for All and take audience questions.
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Bernarr Macfadden
Mr. Macfadden
Rockford
West
Macfadden
L. N. T. Club
Undesirable Citizens in Freeport Seek Aid for Elderly Woman
A couple, new to Freeport from a neighboring county, advertised for a home for an elderly woman claiming abject poverty to obtain free rooming. The request failed after it emerged the woman was a relative and the couple could support her. An attempt to place her with Superintendent Eells was rejected by Mr Belle. The town cheers that these people left.
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Freeport
Eells
Belle
Dora Thorne and The Cry Baby At the Grand
At the Grand tonight the opera house presents Dora Thorne a play of humor and pathos with originality The Cry Baby is billed for Tuesday matinee and night Guy Carlton brings a string of successful road seasons and strong supporting company
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Rand Opera House
Dora Thorne
Guy Carlton
R. Carlton
The Fightin Parson at the Grand on Jan 30
John A. Preston stars in The Fightin Parson, blending physical prowess and moral virtue. W. F. Mann presents the production at the Grand with a Saturday matinee and night showing on January 30.
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William Sunday
Chicago
John A. Preston
W. F. Mann
A Horrible Hold-up and a Cure Told by a Patient
A Washington North Carolina man writes how his brother suffered a long illness described as Consumption. After no relief from various doctors, six bottles of Dr King s New Discovery cured him completely. The advertise claims the remedy relieves weak or sore lungs coughs colds bronchitis la grippe asthma and all bronchial affections. 50c and 1 00 trial bottle offered with guarantee by Joseph Emmert.
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W. R. Lipscomb
Washington, N. C
Dr. King
Joseph Emmert
Freeport Merchants Offer Prices Tailored to Buyers
Local merchants in Freeport emphasize meeting customer requirements with competitive pricing. They highlight flexible deals and value without compromising quality, aiming to attract buyers seeking customized terms and reliable service.
This Date In History Highlights Key Events Across Borders
Chronology lists notable anniversaries from 1788 to 1908 including Georgia governance change by George Handley 1788. Dessalines proclaims Haitis emperor in 1804. UVA established 1819. Alabama Episcopal diocese organized 1830. New Orleans Picayune first issue 1837. New York earthquake 1841. Louisiana secedes 1861. Henry M. Allen elected Confederate Louisiana governor 1864. Richard S. Ewell dies 1872. Ontario Conservatives win 1905. Sabine Lake canal opens 1908. Born February 8, 1817 noted.
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George Handley
Georgia
Jean Jacques Dessalines
Hayti
University of Virginia
Episcopal Diocese of
Alabama
Mobile
New Orleans
Conservative
Ontario
Sabine Lake Canal
Texas
Thomas W. Palmer Celebrates 79th Birthday Milestone
Thomas W. Palmer, former United States senator and longtime Michigan business and public affairs leader, marks his 79th birthday. The tribute notes his extensive career and continued influence in state affairs.
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Thomas W. Palmer
Vewe We
Thomas Witherell Palmer
Michigan
Palmer's long career from Appleton to Madrid and Chicago
Born in Derrott Sahoury he studied at the Uat Michigan then traveled Europe and America. He built wealth in Del and Appleton, entering estate and timber businesses. He lost races for Congress and governor before being elected U S senator serving 1883 to 1889, then minister to Spain in Madrid for three years and later presided over the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
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I Derrott
Sahoury
Uat
Michigan
Europe
America
United States
Appleton
Del
Congress
Tlk
United States Senate
Spain
Madrid
Palmer
Preg Dent
Chicago
Buckien's Arnie Salve for Burns and Wound Care
A historical notice promotes Buckien's Arnie Salve as a quick healer for burns cuts wounds and skin eruptions. It claims instant relief and lists ailments including boils ulcers and piles. Available for 25 cents at Joseph Emmert's with the Journal waat column reference.
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Buckien
Joseph Emmert
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