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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1899
Page
6
A garbled excerpt centers on aging and memory with phrases about a dark river and drinking. The illegible OCR reads like a meditation on growing old, mentioning Arthur Colton and Sertbror’s, though key words are irregular and cuts disrupt clarity.
A weary poet haunted by the sea and wind seeks meaning in a storm's music. A violin teacher, Miss White, unsettles him with elusive evenings, as his mood shifts from disdain to rapt listening and uncertain hope. The night winds carry a strange, silver thread of sound that binds him to a fleeting revelation.
The Poet confronts a violinist woman crying over unfulfilled artistic desire. He notes yesterday's renunciation and today’s resignation, while the woman recalls imagining playing with the sea’s cry and vows to keep her ideal. She tests a note to dull the ache, while the poet’s dream drifts away as she rests.
Lord Eldon recalls an early incident with John Dunning later Lord Ashburton. A brief was misapplied to the wrong client, and after a whispered correction Dunning acknowledged his error and reframed his argument to show the strongest possible case against his own client.
Marcia Sterling, unsure and tearful on the wings, steadies herself to sing at the Star Theater. She captivates the audience with a passionate performance, then learns Robin returns to claim what love once lost, choosing domestic happiness over a contract for stardom.
Two northern travelers stay at a Georgian rural hotel and go possum hunting with dogs and torches. After a carp bread and coffee supper before their trains, the landlord charges two dollars each for two very fat possums, claiming his conscience won’t let them go free.
In Brooklyn Life a humorous anecdote recounts Blinks shooting his arm off while hunting after fellow Sam notes the bet on Blinks missing. Briggs chides the foolhardy plan as Blinks faces the comedic fallout of the misfire and a wager gone wrong.
A reporter recalls the senator declining to speak on the record, with the city editor noting the remark was deemed unfit for publication. The exchange highlights tensions over what should be printed.
A compact commentary notes that resolutions are convenient and breakable, letting one pursue greater profits. The Syracuse Herald quote underscores a mindset of easy gains by substituting better schemes.
Consumers are promised refunds if Green's Warranted Syrup of Tar fails to cure a cough or cold. A 60 cent bottle and a 26 cent bottle are covered. The agreement is signed by Eumert & Burren, C. P. Gusmuur & Co, and H. J. Mooax.
A Maine woman says you can read probabilities from the bubbles in tea or coffee after sugar is stirred. If bubbles drift in all directions as the drink warms, rain will follow. Datum reportedly from The New York Mall and Express.
Johnson advertises drop head sewing machines priced 18 to 25 dollars with ten year warranties. He claims no canvassers or peddlers and invites comparison with Chicago prices. Address listed is 4 Galena Street Freeport.
In a turbulent dawn fight near Mortha camp Troop M faces Geronimo’s Apache force. Lieutenant Calhoun and Sergeant Majendie confront fate as a young recruit Wilson dies bravely. Three untouched bodies reveal cherished memories as stained photos rest on the brave.
Palmer B Buck a western railroad veteran, forced from his conductor role after two years of rheumatism and back pain. He credits Dodd's Kidney Pills for his cure, praising them as a godsend. The ad also touts Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription for feminine disorders and childbirth, urging readers to send stamps for a medical adviser book.
Prof. Wintzau Baronet announces he has the agency for the Bauer Piano and Organ Co. Old pianos are traded for new ones with monthly payments or cash. Purchasers may inspect the piano at 335 Walnut Street. Strength tune and finish guaranteed with lessons offered on piano organ violin and clarinet.
War Atlas contains 16 pages of colored plates showing principal cities and towns in Spanish possessions. Size 14 by 21 inches, sent postpaid for 18 cents. Address J an G. P. & T. A., Cedar Rapids, Ia.
Taxes for 1898 are due and payable at the collector's office in the rear of the First National Bank in Freeport. T. D. Ayvnsr, Collector, urges prompt payment from taxpayers.
A 87 day trip from Chicago in a Pullman composed train with open top observation car Chililitli starts Tuesday January 24. Tickets cover rail and sleeping car fares meals hotels street cars boats guides and interpreters and 10 extras. Limited select party guided by The American Tourist Association under Beau Campbell and Gen Megs at 1124 Marquette Building Chicago. Contact Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railroad ticket agents for maps and circulars.
James A. Jones publisher of the Leader Mexia Texas reports swift recovery from a second grippe attack after using Chamberlains Cough Remedy He states the second bout required bed rest of about six hours and compares it to ten days in the first attack He notes being able to attend to business two days before illness Emmert Burrell sells the remedy.
The timetable lists arrivals and departures for Illinois Central trains on the East and West lines, including Madison Dodgeville and Galena routes, with daily and Sunday exceptions. It notes freight limits, passenger service, and note on Chicago & Northwestern connections with various train numbers and times.
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