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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1908
Page
1
The Associated Press reports a storm system bringing rain or snow tonight into Saturday. Illinois will see warmer air in the east tonight, followed by much colder Saturday afternoon. Iowa faces heavy snow tonight with a possible colder spell Saturday and a cold wave in the west tonight and in the east Saturday.
The president sent a special message to Congress on employers' liability and injunctions in labor cases. The message was presented in the Senate today, with the Associated Press noting the administration's focus on the issue.
The Oriental bank, crippled by a depositors' run that began yesterday, was closed today by order of the state bank examiner. Crowding and concern surrounded the closure as officials moved to protect insured deposits and prevent wider financial turmoil.
AP reports closing Board of Trade quotes for May wheat 9.53, May corn 58 4, May oats 61, May pork 12.22, May lard 7.65, May ribs 56.57. Cattle 2,500 steady with beef ewes and stockers listed. hogs 23,000 up 5 to 10 cents. sheep 4,000 strong at 3.25 to 5.60, with buyers and sellers noted by F J Miner & Co in Rice Building, Chicago.
Professor L A Fulwider will address the Woman's club tomorrow afternoon on The Point of View in the Study of History. Also the Ladies Aid of the First English Lutheran church will run a baking counter at the Schoettel grocery on Galena street Saturday afternoon and evening.
Ernest Wolber, nephew of Mrs. John Schwarz, died Wednesday in Chicago at age 23. He was a son of Mrs. Lizzie Wolber, maiden Zen gerle, once of Freeport. Mrs. Wolber now resides in San Diego. The body will rest in a Chicago vault until her arrival, with a likely burial in Freeport beside his grandmother Mrs. Catherine Baumparten.
Last night Germania hall hosted the annual Hard Times Ball with grotesque and comical costumes. Judges awarded prizes to Mrs. C. P. Guenther, Mrs. Alvin Luecke, Mrs. Ed. Michelle, Charles Billerbeck, Mr. DeVort, and Ben Eson. Gibler's orchestra provided the music. a large crowd attended.
Last night at the U B church a splendid sermon by Evangelist Hicks inspired a strong response as several women moved to the altar during the invitation to turn from sin and begin prayer life. A public reception for the new members is set for this evening at 7:80.
The Daily Journal is dropped to the oy part of the city for 10c a week, outlining distribution details and local delivery pricing.
Justice Dowling instructed the jury on the law and evidence in the Thaw case. The jury retired at 11 40 p m after reading the charge which lasted forty minutes. Exhibits were taken into the jury room as Mrs Thaw and other relatives attended. The wife of the defendant admitted wrongdoing but did not seek the death penalty.
In New York William Travers Jerome delivers a masterful closing plea for Harry K. Thaw’s murder case against Stanford White described as two degenerates quarreling over a woman. He acknowledges insanity evidence and hints a verdict of lesser guilt could still be just, while praising the young wife’s difficult position.
A dramatic courtroom scene features Jerome accusing Thaw of cowardice, claiming he has repeatedly exposed his wife’s shame to the world. The jury will decide Thaw’s fate as Justice Dowling begins the charge at the morning session.
A substantial snowstorm covers Freeport in several inches of snow marking the first notable winter event. Dawn winds eased by noon improving sleighing and lifting spirits. A local doctor’s 1885 poem mocks The Beautiful Snow by contrasting its purity with carbon black’s stark shine.
An oil stove explosion at 104 Jackson Street caused upper-house flames and injuries to Mrs. Fred Froning and her daughter Elizabeth, who were taken to St Francis hospital with severe burns. The blaze gutted the upper floor while the lower area remained mostly confined to the hallway and stairs. The stove was rolled down the stairs and set the stairway ablaze, trapping residents and delaying medical aid for nearly twenty minutes. The Fronings’ injuries are serious but not fatal, and damage to the building and contents is estimated around 1200 dollars.
Clerk of the circuit court reports a busy day as suits are filed for the March term. Olive A. Bender sues for divorce from Rollin Bender alleging desertion on Oct 1 1901. First National Bank sues George Coon for $500 on a note. Catherine Taylor et al file a partition suit against Ann Coffey et al for Lot 7 Block 3 Adams addition Freeport and deposits totaling $746 once owned by the late Bart Lonegan. Francillin Kline et al vs Samuel Rathbun et al seeks to clear title to land in section 82 town of Oneco formerly owned by James Rathbun.
Jerome explained the elements for first and second degree murder and not guilty by insanity. He argued the jury could only verdict three options and discussed insanity as a defense for Harry Thaw in the Stanford White killing.
F McNess, recently evicted a diploma by the Illinois state board of pharmacy, also holds diplomas from Ohio and Pennsylvania boards. He has been informed that he achieved the highest standing in this state for a number of years.
Charles Dennison Kellogg arrived in Freeport from Madison Wisconsin and will deliver a bird lecture at the YMCA this evening. Kellogg is billed as one of the most interesting platform speakers and his talk on Birds should attract a strong audience as seat sales have been robust.
On next Sunday evening the Young People's society of St John's church will observe their fifth anniversary service in the church at 7 10. Special music has been arranged for this service. Rev F Holke will deliver the anniversary address.
Acknowledges neighbors and friends for sympathy after bereavement and gratitude to St Catherine's guild for floral offerings. Signed by Maks, Josie, Ken Boy and Family.
Funeral arrangements for the late Fred Meise include services at 3 36 o clock from the Oak street home and 4 o clock at St Joseph s church followed by burial in St Joseph s cemetery. Jacob Schadle leads arrangements with pallbearers John Traoncek Pred Bauch G B Winter Robert Peadler William Muhr and Charles Sheets.
Miss Alice Cumnonsford of the Win Woright store remains ill after several days. Roy Daws of Burrell Bros. is on the sick list. John Franz shows some improvement today.
The Tay lor park rink offers good skating with residents flocking to the outdoor venue for recreation and exercise. Local skaters report enjoyable sessions and steady attendance as winter days unfold.
The Freeport Shoe Manufacturing company will resume operations on Monday with a full force and can hire about fifty more young men and girls to join the staff.
Oscar R. Zipf came back this morning from a tour through southeastern Missouri, reporting no incidents and noting the pleasant travel.
Guenther Co of Galena Avenue and Galena Street promotes a new Nerve Vouse and Restorer claiming it cures all nervous disorders. They offer a money back guarantee if not satisfied. A 50 cent Blue Label extra strength box and a $1.00 mail order option are advertised.
A brief item notes a midwinter circus presented at V. M. C. with dates February 3 4 and 5, featuring a one-day admission arrangement. The readable text confirms the event and venue but lacks further specifics on acts or prices.
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