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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1907
Page
5
In Sandy Hook Kentucky Judge Moody directed the jury to acquit James Hargis on charges of complicity in Dr Cox assassination. This ends the last Breathitt county case against him. Hargis left the courtroom a free man.
Federal Judge Munger refused to issue an injunction restraining the Nebraska State Railway Commission from enforcing the law cutting express rates 26 percent. The July 20 decision leaves in force the legislature’s express rate reduction, pending further action.
John William Meyers, longtime Florence Station grain businessman and postmaster, dies at his home after a brief illness. Born in Hanover Germany in 183? he immigrated to the U S in 1846 settling in Freeport before moving to Florence Station where he built wealth and supported Republican campaigns. He leaves a large family including ten children. Funeral plans are set for Monday at 10 am with R W Burton in charge.
The Farmers National Bank of Boyertown Pennsylvania was ordered closed today by the comptroller of the currency. The institution is insolvent with a capital of $60000.
A distinct quake was felt in Fort Madison Iowa at o o clock this morning lasting only a few seconds.
Chicago July 20 fair tonight and Sunday. The sun rose at 4 42 p m and sets at 7 31 p m.
Closing quotations show Sept wheat at 11 1 4 cents, corn at 1 3 4, oats 38, Sept pork at 16.40, Sept ribs 9.10 to 9.12, Sept lard 8.67 to 8.70. Union Stock Yards report 800 cattle steady with entries ranging 4.60 to 7.25, 10,000 hogs strong with prices 5.30 to 5.95, 4,000 sheep steady between 3.75 and 5.90.
A regular Emma Kling Auxiliary meeting at the G A R Hall was held last evening and will be discontinued until the first Friday in October due to many members leaving for summer. The sewing circle will also suspend until after hot weather. Mrs Simon Ottenhausen resigned as senior vice president and Mrs Mary Bounini was elected to fill the vacancy.
The Boehner Binder Company received an order for one thousand binders from National Cash Register yesterday and a sizable order from Inland Steel earlier this week. Company officials say the output acts as its own advertisement and they are highly elated by the steady influx of orders.
An Otis Elevator representative surveyed the Rice building today to estimate costs for a new hydraulic elevator. Interest parties expect a quick installation and say Otis is likely to receive the contract.
A message from Harry Shoemaker says he reached Pittsburg yesterday afternoon and today's leg runs from Pittsburg to Bedford Springs for a Sunday stay. Yesterday’s finish was tight with seven cars penalized, but Shoemaker’s was not. The Shoemaker factory plans about one car per day and two completed machines were shipped this morning to Minneapolis and Pennsylvania.
The Daily Journal announces city wide delivery available at ten cents per week, outlining affordable access for all residents. The brief note emphasizes wide distribution and steady service across neighborhoods.
Mr and Mrs A C Wilson of 58 Madison Street welcome a baby daughter. Michael M Shirk, formerly of this city and now of New Preston Connecticut, announces the arrival of a baby girl at his home on Wednesday.
Golden Eagle announces a large price reduction on Pana Ma hats sparking shopper interest. Details remain limited as the notice mentions a major sale event with unspecified dates and terms.
An excursion train from Ionia to Detroit wrecked near Salem Michigan killing between thirty and forty people. Eleven cars were involved with five saved, and scores injured. Doctors rushed to the scene as investigations blame the freight crew for the collision.
Stillman Valley resident Mrs. Margaret V. Hurd will mark her 93rd birthday next Monday while visiting her niece Mrs. J P Kramer in West Freeport. Born Margaret Van Dyke in Pennsylvania, she moved to Freeport in 1846 and married Dr H F Hurd in 1864. She is the sole survivor of ten children and remains active and healthy.
A large turnout attended an ecard and sewing party on the lawn to benefit St Vincent's orphanage. Prizes in cards went to Mrs F A Raubenheimer Mrs A Wilkey and Mrs Geo Schmelzle while sewing prizes went to Mrs Burns. A short program by the home’s inmates followed.
At Pinestreat home Walter Shauer was startled by a midnight club intrusion. Hilda Waldecker won the peanut contest with Haz Leg wit taking the booby prize in a quirky neighborhood event.
A social at the Y M C A is planned for this evening featuring several musical numbers. Ice cream and cake will be served during the event.
The Rawleigh Medical company girls held a picnic this afternoon at Forest Park honoring Mrs Gus H Ford who will move next month to Buffalo New York where her husband has taken a new business position.
Chief of Police Henry Silk warns all persons caught dumping fruit or rabbinh in the vacant lot near the Cedarville bridge will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Dumping should be taken to public grounds outside the limits to stop the unbearable stench.
Officer Dennis Maher resumes duty this evening after vacation. Officer James Conley will start a ten day leave from tomorrow morning.
The Trades and Labor council held its regular and yearly meeting electing officers led by President George McKnight and Secretary Harvey McCool. The group plans the Labor Day picnic at Rockford with participation from Freeport Belvidere Geneva and Belvidere. Interurban Railway will provide transport at 80 cents round trip, with bands carried free. Henney Band to accompany the Freeport delegation.
The United Evangelical church establishes a mission at Rockford with growing membership. A new church will be erected at about $4,000, with plans for future enlargement. Pastor Rev. J. W. Davis leads services once held in members’ homes.
Jack Keefe was sentenced this morning to fifteen days in the city jail for using insulting and obscene language to Mrs. Collier of East Freeport. He will serve thirty days in the city stone quarry, with a separate fifteen day sentence pending from a prior charge.
Samuel Grimm was fined 20 and costs last evening in the police court for fast and reckless driving. In default of funds he will be compelled to serve out his time.
The Salem Sunday school picnic is set for next Wednesday at Riverside Park. Conveyances will meet at the church at 9730.
The regular boys' Sunday meeting will be held at the usual hour tomorrow afternoon.
Arcade Manufacturing Co offers building lots in Arcade addition with cheap monthly payments. Apply to Arcade Manufacturing Co for details.
A reader reports seeing outing suits priced at $6.75.30.75 and $L1L7 at the Golden Eagle store, describing a peculiar quotation or code seen by shoppers.
A compact sale notice offers one of the best lots in Liche tenpberger's addition. Inquiries are directed to 47 Stephenson Street.
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