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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1906
Page
4
A label issued by the International Typographical Union recognizes the Freeport establishment for employing union labor in its mechanical departments. The badge signals commitment to organized labor standards and workplace solidarity within the printer’s operations.
The column lists residents visiting friends or traveling to nearby cities. It names J N Fleck in Forreston, L H Burrell in Oregon, Agnes Meiers in Dixon, and many others including Mrs. George Tinsley, Mrs. W M Watson, Mrs FE Dalley, Miss Grace Martin, Miss Neva Figeley, and the Theil sisters, detailing trips to Chicago, Sterling, Dubuque, Clinton, Fort Dodge, Lebanon, Amboy, Lara mie, Salt Lake City, Denver, Detroit, Buffalo, Montreal and other locales.
Local notes report a W R C meeting tomorrow afternoon with all members urged to attend. Scott Deaner ships poultry to Canada to exhibit at Canadian fairs. The Followers of Christ host a gospel meeting at King's Daughters Mission at 7 30 this evening. Claude Parks will ram and everyone is cordially invited. Mystic Workers of the World meet at their hall over the State Bank Wednesday evening at 8. Plans for a Madison picnic on July 24 are discussed.
A warrant was sworn out in police court this morning for Zeigler, head of the Society Circus authe ndy shows, for jumping a board bill at the Clifton house during his stay. Chief Sweeney and Assistant went to Elgin this afternoon to locate Zeigler, with others expected to be brought back as needed to settle with creditors.
Members of Peeper lodge No. 452 Pythias announce a meeting tonight to discuss business and work. All knights are expected to be present for the session.
Ancient Chaldeans Institute Lodge reports Royal Palace No. 2 initiated a large class of eighty seven Freeport Masons on Saturday night. The ceremony featured dramatic readings by Daniel and a banquet with strong attendance. Officers were installed by Imperial Palace leaders J S Matthews Henry T West Jr Randall Mesyatts B Wy Deatangi a. Dispensations granted to six months for Darius king of the Medes and Persians W C Jencks and Balshagzzar king of Babylon Frank Rogers.
Watchman Frank Rogers currently serves as worshipful master of Evergreen lodge and high priest of Freeport chapter, highly regarded in Masonic circles. Dr. C Ja Snyder, a leading Mason in Freeport, has held top roles in Excelsior lodge and multiple Masonic bodies, and sits in Rockford Shrine. R D Kuehner follows a similar path with leadership roles in Excelsior lodge, Freeport chapter, and Rockford Shrine, plus prominent Consistory duties.
John Rumelhagen was arrested by Chief Sweeney after a nighttime confrontation with Gardner, an elderly man. Both were intoxicated. Rumelhagen struck Gardner twice and gashed his face on the sidewalk, then fled but was cornered at Galena Street and Avenue and taken for medical care.
Four trains carrying members of the Elks passed through Freeport from Chicago on their way to Denver for the annual convention. The first left Sunday at 2:00 AM, followed by 10:00 AM, 12:15 PM, and 2:16 PM departures. Foremost was the Alleghany special with Pittsburg area Elks, seven coaches and two sixty foot baggage cars. Porter Stover is in Denver to represent the order from Freeport and KR Eckert departed this morning.
Waterloo Times-Tribune reports the German Insurance Company of Freeport posts six month assets of 6 975 000 and net surplus over 1 000 000 after reserving 2 200 000 for obligations including San Francisco losses. Surplus increased by 875 000 since last statement and no stock sale was needed to meet claims. The firm remains a leading insurer with strong finances pleasing agents and patrons.
San Francisco officials issue a mass call for skilled laborers as the burned city rises from ashes. A joint committee of Building Trades Council and Builders' Exchange formed the California promotion committee and urges workers in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, bricklaying, plastering, and other trades, plus general laborers for railway construction and debris removal.
Lennie Missman five year old son of Mr and Mrs Addison Missman of South Dixon was severely injured Thursday evening when a cow kicked him in the face. He entered the cow stable to fetch a door knob his brother had thrown inside and was struck as he passed to the rear of the herd breaking his nose and causing heavy bruising.
An old advertisement promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a remedy for eruptions sores pimples and various ailments. It claims to bring new life to every part of the body and offers tea or tablets at 86 cents, by Joseph Emumaert.
Freeport dropped a 2 to 0 extra inning decision to Green Bay after three costly errors in the final frame. Keene’s counters, Flye and Innings figured in the miscues as the crowd disputed officiating in Saturday’s lineup of results: Oshkosh 8 Wausau 17 Crosse 9 Eau Claire 1.
Freeport edged Green Bay 6 to 5 in thirteen innings while Eau Claire beat La Crosse 5 to 1. La Crosse defeated Battle Creek 6 to 4 and Oshkosh topped Wausau 5 to 2.
Freeport earned a five inning win due to umpire ruling in the opener while two teams split a 13 inning marathon. Flynn debuted for Freeport against Charles as both pitchers allowed thirteen hits. Green Bay won the second in the 13th thanks to two errors a double and a single. Ives, Brookins, Moriarity, Schoonhoven, Gwin and Mills highlighted for Freeport with several key hits. Attendance neared 2,300 as Wisconsin league play drew strong crowds and optimism about the league’s quality grows.
A high scoring contest saw Freeporters outpace Green Bay as hits and errors shaped a wild back and forth. Scoring swings in the seventh inning changed the lead, with Ridiculous misplays by Hazel and late threats by Strem’s squad, while Stirring cameos from Tennant and Duchien nearly altered the outcome.
Freeport schedules a postponed game this afternoon against Hau Claire. The match is listed as the main event with venue Hau Claire and a start time in the afternoon, reflecting a rescheduled opponent and date.
In Eau Claire two games were played with the locals winning the first on a fourteen strikeout by Eberle who set a league mark. Final scores show Eau Claire 8 La Crosse 7 in the opener with strong pitching and late runs. the second game ended 4 to 7 as La Crosse rallied. In Oshkosh the home team claimed the last game of the Wausau series three to one, highlighted by standout infield plays by Bourgeois Dolan Schreiner and Papenfuss.
Oshkosh defeated Goss and Gasper in an exhibition game at Eau Claire on July 14. Hitter power and patient pitching kept Eau Claire off balance, while LaCrosse hung nine runs on Eau Claire in another game, aided by multiple hits and errors.
Wausau records show no dissent at stockholders meeting to keep the club active through the 1906 season. Directors receive renewed encouragement and plan to add two new pitchers and other talent, with changes in infield and outfield and a capable new manager. Pledges total $640 with remaining enthusiasts to add funds. Resignations of three directors were tabled, and two benefit games next weekend are planned for donations.
The report outlines ticket sales at 26 cents for visitors and 1 dollar for others, with 76 cents extra going to the home team. Wausau threatens a $200 forfeit if others fail salary limits. Judge Ryan resigns as president, H H Manson elected director. board yet to choose a president.
The White Sox, boosted by Eddie Harris on the mound and strong defense, beat the Rockford Standards Juniors 4 to 1 at Taylor's Park. Harris starred at pitcher and third base while Frey’s fielding led several close plays. Rockford tied briefly in the eighth but the Sox pulled ahead in the ninth.
Fréd Rodemeier returned from Green Bay this afternoon and reports the Freeport team in good condition for upcoming competitions.
The article argues that baseball cost the United States over five million dollars annually, counting gate receipts and spectator spending. It estimates 25 million spectators in 1905 with half attending, earning about 3.125 million at the gate plus travel, equipment, and related expenditures. It notes huge production, travel, and hotel impacts, with the World Series drawing out-of-town fans.
A hard lot of troubles to contend with spring from a torpid liver and blockaded bowels unless you awaken them to their proper action with Dr King s New Life Pills. The pleasantest and most effective cure for constipation. They prevent appendicitis and tone up the system. 25 cents at Jos Emmert s drug store.
Persons leaving home for the summer or a brief period can have The Daily Journal mailed to them anywhere in the United States at 10 cents a week. The post office address will be changed as often as desired without extra charge. The home paper is better than a letter, and everyone should have it.
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