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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1908
Page
4
Patrons of the Freeport street railway praise recent improvements in service and punctuality. Travelers with children suffer delays when transfers are not synchronized at the junction, especially after outings and Sunday services. improved car connections could win further citizen approval.
Shortly before noon the fire department was dispatched to WoKinley avenue to extinguish a bite but another call soon said the fire was out, no flames reported.
A series of short notices show individuals visiting, calling, or traveling through Freeport and nearby towns. Names include Dave Byers, F Dalton, Helen Hill, Mrs. F J Boyle, H A Hillmer, R R Fillame, L A Rhomburg, Mrs. G S Morris, Simon Siefert, Florence Beck, W W Hinterlong, Thad M Graves, John F Daly, Helen Haley, Amelia Wolf, W C Rouland, Ada Kelley, Mrs H Hybarger, Harry A Hartzell, Mrs Charles Hass, Boyd P Hill, Alice Hill, Ruth Hill, Boyd Jr, Howard Hill, Mrs P R Gishwiller, Elmer Gishwiller, Amy Robinson, Vera Elson, Paul Shotty, Florence Pond, and Rider Nuckolls. The Comforting Circle of King's Daughters hosts a social, and John J. Brown campaigns in Freeport and Lena.
Local note confirms H A Schroedermeier resumes his duties at the Schoeffel grocery after a two week illness. Other items mention Mystic Workers of the World to entertain at a K P hall card party tonight with public invited, and a shift in Trinity church events due to a Missionary convention.
J W Graves owner and editor of the Forreston Journal has bought the Forreston Review Herald plant from August Korf. The two papers will consolidate under a yet to be decided name and will continue to serve readers with strong journalism.
Albert Baumgarten arrives back from Hanover where for a week he operated a Stover motor car running between Hanover and North Hanover a three mile route. Two trips are made daily as citizens funded the road at about 45000 dollars and bought one Stover car to carry passengers.
The new weed sprayer tested by Illinois Central on the Amboy division shows success so far. The machine is operating between Freeport and Chicago today.
Laborer William Maloney at the Illinois Central shop strained his back this afternoon while lifting heavy timbers. He received first aid at the scene and was referred for further medical evaluation.
Mr and Mrs Jacob Thiel express appreciation for the sympathy shown during their recent bereavement.
Judge Clarity sets Thursday July 16 at 10 o clock for hearing legal objections to opening the new street from South Galena avenue to Empire Street and between Union and Oak streets. The order allows all objections except those about benefits, proportional costs, or compensation for taken or damaged property to be heard on that date.
During the night the Emerick barber shop in the Third ward was entered through a rear window. A thief familiar with the shop took three razors and a pair of clippers. Police were notified but no clues have been obtained at this time.
Lena hosts visitors from Freeport Rockford Pearl City and Chicago as families arrive for a gala day. Teachers and locals gather amid red letter celebrations with banners and pennants reading Welcome while The Stars of Equity view the event as a big success in Lena.
Citizens C Myers of Lanark and J D Lukees of Rockford spent the day in Freeport. Cc G Brown of Des Moines conducted business there. D Sullivan of Amboy called on friends in Freeport last evening. John Whitworth, James Hecht, C C Harting and B C Young of Woodstock were business callers in Freeport today.
John Schenberger sustained severe hand injuries at the Illinois Central wood shop when his left hand was caught in a jointer. Four fingers were mutilated and amputated near the hand to save his life.
Miss Louella A Richards of Cuba City weds John P Coulthard of Lead Mine Wisconsin in a morning ceremony in the city conducted by Reverend W McCaskill of the First M Church. The event unites two local residents in a formal union.
Advertisement notes a reward of one hundred dollars for any Outarrh case uncurable by Hall's Outarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co of Toledo Ohio. It cites 15 years of знаком? trust in F J Cheney, endorses Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally, lists price per bottle, and mentions testimonials and Hall's Family Pills for constipation, with Toledo wholesale druggists Walding Kinnan Marvin.
Announcement of ballot colors for the August 8 1908 primary in Stephenson county Illinois Republican white Democratic pink Prohibition blue Socialist orange Dated July 14 1908 F C Hel County Clerk
An advertisement invites buyers to acquire homestead land with good soil and smooth terrain near the railroad. The offer is from Pacifice Land Co located at 210 Rice Building, urging interested parties to call or address inquiries.
In social circles a birthday party honored Mrs William Rieger at her home 1 Hast el phebedh Street last evening. Guests included Mrs Loyd Stewart Mrs Becker and Mrs N Meysenburg with George Harris receiving consolation. Refreshments followed as all wished her many returns of the day.
Miss Elizabeth Herold and Miss Mulla Chapman entertained friends at a launch party up the Pecatonica last evening. They traveled as far as Dreyer's landing, had lunch there, and returned home under the moonlight.
About sixty members of the Amity society enjoyed a picnic at Highland Park yesterday afternoon. Those who attended gathered around 4 o clock and stayed until after supper.
Mrs John Trunck on North Galena avenue entertained a group of lady friends this afternoon. Miss Jennie Haney daughter of Mr and Mrs Aaron Haney will host tomorrow afternoon for her young lady friends at An orphaned picnic and card party will be held Friday afternoon on the lawn at St Vincent s orphanage Ice cream and cake will be served.
Old Soldiers Widows entitled to increased pensions will receive a postal card from the pension agent. They should sign with their name and post office address and return it with pension certificate to the pension agent. Not necessary to go to county clerk unless certificates are deposited with him.
Deputy United States Marshal Mack returned Wednesday from Tampico with James Graham in custody on the charge of illegally disposing of liquor. Graham appeared before Commissioner Green and his case was continued until July 21. Bond was set at 1000 dollars and was furnished.
The Episcopalians defeated the English Lutherans last evening by a 6 to 2 score in twilight league play.
Fred W. Henke of Scioto Mills and Mrs. Mary Phillips of Red Oak appear in a confidential marriage license notice. The record notes a forthcoming ceremony with details limited to names and locales.
Senator Hopkins is likely to be in Freeport on July 28, signaling a planned appearance or schedule update for that date. The report notes the expectation based on upcoming itinerary or public appearances.
The Associated Press notes closing quotes for Sept wheat 90.34, corn 74.44, oats 42.7, pork 15.90, lard 9.40, ribs 8.87. Union stockyards cattle 18,000 weak with beeves 4.35 to 7.90. hogs 24,000 weak with four weight classes from 6.20 to 6.90. sheep 15,000 strong at 2.75 to 4.75. Also sale prices for Mens Patent and Gun Metal Oxfords from Schmidt Wachlin Pfeiffer at 1.98.
Wm 0 Wright & Cos offer a July special on men s patent and dull leather oxfords priced at 2.05 dollars. The sale highlights durable dress footwear for men during the mid year event.
July 1 marks the annual meeting of Stephenson County Medical Society with further events listed: July 16 to 19 Missionary conference at Trinity church, August 1 Sixtieth anniversary celebration at St John’s church, August 18 to 23 Camp meeting at Oakdale park, and August 13 to 23 Methodist camp meeting at Lenn.
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