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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1908
Page
5
The Associated Press reports generally fair and cooler weather across Chicago and Milwaukee tonight. Sunday is expected to stay fair and cool with similar conditions extending to Iowa and Wisconsin.
Dr. W. H. Hemphill was found guilty of manslaughter in the death of Miss Elizabeth Gleason during an operation performed at the solicitation of Rev. Gow. He received a three year penitentiary sentence.
General Davila reports Tegucigalpa that the government halted a brief revolutionary movement within 24 hours. A decisive battle at Nacaine led to the enemy’s defeat and escape to El Salvador.
The brokerage firm Cameron Currie & Co. placed in receivership after a court filing by Cameron Currie against partner Louis H. Case seeking dissolution. Liabilities estimated between 500000 and 700000 dollars with over 1 million dollars owed to the firm.
Russell of the United Kingdom won the 3200 metre steeplechase final in London on July 18. Eisele, an American, finished third. Martin J. Sheridan of the Greek Style club won the discus with 128 feet 8 inches, reportedly beating the world record.
President Fallieres and Foreign Minister Pichon depart Paris to begin official visits to Denmark, Sweden, Russia, and Norway.
A private letter from Samsun on the Black Sea reports that 2,000 people have perished in recent floods across Asia Minor. The letter was received in Constantinople today, July 18.
The New York-Chicago mayor's messages arrived in Cleveland at 12 43 p m nine hours and fifty minutes ahead of the scheduled time. The early arrival disrupted expected timing for the officials and experts awaiting the correspondence.
Dr. William Thomas Power of New York wed Miss Esther Redmond daughter of John E. Redmond Nationalist leader in London on July 18.
Mrs Walter C Teagle wife of a Standard Oil executive shot herself on Wednesday and died today in Pasadena California The tragedy followed a reported domestic dispute and ends with the death of a prominent business family member in an era of industrial wealth.
Closing Board of Trade quotations show Sept wheat at 90.74, Sept corn 75.75, Sept oats 45, Sept pork 15.82, Sept lard 89.87, Sept ribs 85.82. Union Stock Yards cattle steady with beeves 4.35 to 7.70, stockers and feeders 2.75 to 4.60, cows and heifers 2.25 to 5.90, hogs 6.20 to 6.93, sheep 1.68 to 2.75. Quotations credited to F J Miner & Co with D Anderson managing.
Mrs. Joseph Schlintwein testified before State’s Attorney Burrell that a saloon at the New York house owned by Dade Cramer sold liquor to her husband, an habitual drunkard, who used the name Miller in Freeport. Cramer was fined $100 plus costs after pleading guilty. The report also notes a string of street incidents and police activity around the city.
Freeport residents camp at Lake Waubesa Wisconsin with guests at Jacob's park including Dr. L H Voigt Dr Louis Matter Al Luebbing Emil Motter Alex Krehl and Allie Tempel. Tempel returns with William Molter and family expected Monday. Edwards park hosts John Harpster W E Fry John Scheidt Oscar Dorman H C Tempel and others. More campers anticipated Monday.
Mr A W B Johnson proprietor of the Boston store is back in the city after a six week trip to Colorado. He traveled via Mt Vernon where he has a large dry goods store.
Mrs W M Riley wife of Conductor Riley of the Illinois Central is ill at the home of Mr and Mrs Joseph L Smith 76 Willies Street indicating a domestic illness in a local notice.
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gray and daughter Dorothy travel to Bloomington for a Gray family reunion. Charles Gray, chief engineer of the Guatemala Central railroad, arrives from Guatemala City to visit his parents, with plans to return August 20. Other Gray relatives from Chicago and Freeport are due to join.
The Trades and Labor council met Friday electing officers and outlining Labor Day events in Freeport. The celebration will be at Highland Park with a basket picnic plan, band concerts, speeches, and athletic events, replacing the usual parade. Officers: President George McKnight, Vice President Winters, Secretary W. W. Wheat, Treasurer W. E. Zimmerman, Sergeant at arms Thos. Bongye, Statistician Jacob Yost, Trustees Orla Perry George McKnight Thomas Bongye.
Mrs. David Tschabold widow of the Hampshire Illinois plant chief engineer contemplates legal action against Borden's Condensed Milk after her husband died from injuries in an explosion. Coroner's jury finds Dr Brown hastened his death by examination and mishandling. The incident occurred during tank inspection at the Hamp shire plant.
The Majestic will show a regular triple bill tomorrow with several titles including Wonder full Dog Sagacity Peculiar Pumpkins 1908 Carnival at Nice The Workmans Revenge A Disastrous Oversight New Military Airship and Sacrifice Additional shows today feature A Family of Cats and Avenged One film is billed as a one of a kind appearance never seen in Freeport showcasing posey in multiple poses and escapades
Mr Carroll Democrat B E Boyle of the Shannon Reporter and W G Wild of the Lanark Gazette visited Friday morning. Boyle hails from a town known for its famous lager while the speaker noted our old style lager in good humor and seemed to enjoy it.
Relatives in this city learn John Barrett Director of the Bureau of American Republics is much improved after illness at the Democratic convention in Denver. A telegram says he expects to start on Tuesday and will likely stop in Freeport en route.
Lewia Volkers has purchased a 50 percent stake in the Horseshoe cafe in Freeport. The restaurant will keep its name Horseshoe while the firm operates as Bowen & Volkers. The dining room has been renovated and is described as one of the handsomest in the city.
Prof. Lincoln Smith, formerly art teacher at Western Normal School in Macomb and now based in Chicago, visited the city today to arrange an art exhibit for the Lincoln Douglas debate celebration to be held in August.
Weather delays a planned celebration at Highland Park until next Tuesday night. Tickets issued for the first event will be honored. A fireworks display a band concert and attractions will mark the postponed celebration.
Monchan, appearing at the Rollaway, performed many clever feats last night and attendees declared him the best in his line ever seen in Freeport. He returns to the rink tonight and on Sunday.
The county court probate confirms the last will of Mrs. Catherine Cochran dated March 5 1906. The estate goes to her children with John W Cochran named executor.
Oxfords in golden brown for ladies. EB wide width available in all sizes. Price listed at $1.60. Seller appears as Schmidt Wachiin & Ploitfer.
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