Extra high grade coal for household use
Thoroughly washed coal is double screened to remove dirt and fines ensuring an even clean product. A ton costs 45.00, a tested assurance to convince.
26 Jan 1907
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1907
Page
1
Thoroughly washed coal is double screened to remove dirt and fines ensuring an even clean product. A ton costs 45.00, a tested assurance to convince.
Berlin January twenty six special rare double birthday for Emperor William age forty eight tomorrow and Prince Augustus twenty one today at Potsdam with family greetings and presents. No wedding date fixed for Prince Augustus and Princess Alexandra Victoria Schleswig Holstein though not long delayed.
A five story Cochaco Manufacturing mill in Dover New Hampshire burned today trapping about four hundred workers. Evacuation from upper floors failed for many as flames blocked exits causing workers to jump. Two men died and a dozen were injured with several operatives missing. Estimated loss ranges from 500000 to 600000. Six boys’ bodies were recovered from the ruins as cooling began.
New York clergy from several denominations designate tomorrow as a day of special prayer for workers in Sunday theatres and for suppression of illegal theatricals. Monday will see a mass clergy meeting to discuss enforcing Sunday laws, with leaders including Dr. Theodore Curler Bishop Greer Rev Dr Burrell and Rev Dr Macarthur taking active roles.
Rt. Rev. Daniel S. Tuttle, dean of the Protestant Episcopal bishops of the United States, marked his seventieth birthday in St. Louis. Despite age he is in good health and near full recovery from a serious illness last year. A New York native, he graduated from General Theological Seminary and has presided over the Missouri diocese for forty years.
Chicago area forecast calls for fair and warmer weather tonight then snow by Sunday afternoon or night. Warmer temperatures expected with the sun rising at 7 21 a m and setting at 6 07 p m.
Jan 26 closing board of trade quotes for May wheat corn oats and January pork lard ribs. Union Stock Yards prices show cattle steady with beef and dairy categories, hogs up to 10 higher, sheep steady. Freeport Fish club to meet at County club rooms Monday evening.
The ad touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a universal remedy celebrated by doctors and friends alike, naming Joseph Emimert and presenting the medicine as the global prescription everyone is using.
Illinois Central passenger No 401 struck a top buggy at a grade crossing west of Seward, throwing Lee Boyer about 180 feet. Boyer is seriously injured with a fractured skull and possible internal injuries. Lon Sing escaped unharmed. The train, delayed minutes, was returning from Chicago with Rev E E McKay aboard. The boy’s condition was reported stable but grave, with a hospital report indicating potential death.
Funeral for George Blust held tomorrow at 2 30 PM from family home on upper Stephenson street with Rev H J Moore officiating Active pallbearers listed and honorary pallbearers named Interment at Oakland cemetery Funeral under Judge O E Heard They arrive of Mrs Charles P West at 9 40 PM by Northwestern road Proceeding to her mother's home on Douglas avenue Funeral tentatively Sunday at 2 PM with Rev H Lt Moore officiating Interment at city cemetery
The secretary of state issues articles of incorporation for Stover Lumber company of Freeport with capital stock of 10000 dollars. Incorporators are D. C. Stover P. S. Stover and W. A. Hance.
A concert under Dr. Sherp features selections from Mendelssohn Elijah with a double chorus and soloists Mrs Laced Lynn Hullinger Mrs Laura Lennox Miss Ida Roland and others. The program includes cantilena nuptialis organ interludes and a final lift thine eyes and not his word like a fire from Elijah.
The Bureau of Pensions in Washington has granted M. V. B. Elson a pension of six dollars monthly dating from October 29, 1906. Mrs. Sarah Morse of 248 Benton Street is to receive twelve dollars per month from May 29, 1905. John H. Smith of 199 Stephenson Street will draw twelve dollars monthly dating from December 5, 1906. Elson served as a private in Company F, 189th Illinois Volunteer Infantry. Morse’s husband served as a private in Company D, 4th New York Heavy Artillery. Smith served as a private in Companies A and E, 15th Illinois Volunteer Infantry.
The Heard in Recital featured Miss Marie Earnist's students performing a varied program at her Green Street residence with large attendance. Selections included Rosamunde Overture, Andante Sostenuto, Spanish Serenade, Tarrentelle, Duets and solos by multiple students in a lively recital honoring the instructor.
At yesterday's meeting, officers were installed led by President Mrs Jessie Reece with Jessie Sawvill as secretary treasurer Mrs M T Goodwin Senior Sister Mrs Jessie Hays Junior Sister Mrs Elizabeth Green Guard Mrs Bessie Crosson and Executive Committee Chair Mrs Addie Hawks First Member Mrs Fannie Reed Second Member Mrs Minnie Shay Insurance Secretary Mrs Mary Benz Refreshments followed Prizes awarded in contests to Mrs Spear Mrs Goodwin and Mrs Benz
On Tuesday night February 12 Embury Church hosts an illustrated lecture on the life of Lincoln. Organizers promise a grand display with no expense spared to ensure a successful event.
Freeport lodge No. 442 Knights of Pythias will assemble in their castle hall Monday evening to transact business. All knights are cordially invited to attend.
Due to delays in goods from factories the store in the old post office building will open Saturday February 2. A grand opening with an orchestra and a gift for every attendee is planned.
Men’s work shoes priced at 2.00 now reduced to 1.69 during the E and W January clearance event. Limited stock and sizes available. Ends soon at participating retailers.
Springfield, Jan. 34. Trouble brews for Douglas Pattison as he leads the Democratic minority in the house after winning caucus support with Roger C. Sullivan of Chicago. The party split into Sullivan and anti-Sullivan camps, with committee selections likely to trigger a clash over Pattison's control. McGoorty of Chicago lines up against Sullivan, tying the mayoralty race into the power struggle.
Promotes ready to serve Toasted Cerealine Fakes now being demonstrated at Schoeffel and Brokhausen with sample tasting. Available at all grocers.
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