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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1905
Page
7
The text argues that if the Katisans amend their constitution to make the state a competitor in all trade and commerce they could, but unlikely will they pursue further steps toward socialism after reflection. It frames potential expansion of state involvement as a measured risk rather than a move to broad state control.
A rough prose poem recounts a harsh winter night when a boy named Gabe is saved from a blizzard by angels and local figures. The narrator recalls fear, torches, and a cold scene culminating in Little Breeches found sheltered, safe but deceased, prompting reflections on fate and faith.
Secret Service reports counterfeit New Brunswick State Bank notes issued before the Civil War are widely circulated, especially near Chicago. Merchants are swindled as $2 bills and $20 notes pass for real money, aided by dealer Silas G. Stevens at 69 Dearborn Street who sells them and offers discounts for bulk purchases.
A good sized audience gathered at Taylor's park last night to hear the Henney band perform a usual strong program under the direction of Won and Gibler.
Greatly in demand medicine for blood and system cleansing. Dr Kings New Life Pills cure stomach and liver troubles. At Joseph Emmert's drug store 26c guaranteed. Notice to investors: leave orders for Freeport school bonds with State Bank of Freeport. H. H. Antrin cashier.
Waterloo officials dispute a Freeport location for new feed yards, asserting Freeport is chosen for speed to meet a 24 hour limit. The Illinois Central plans extensive improvements at Waterloo including a four track expansion, a 600 foot platform, sheds, electric lighting, and steam heating for passenger and freight depots to handle growing shipments, aimed at upgrading Waterloo’s facilities west of Chicago.
Green Bay Gazette reports Warren W. Beckwith, manager of the Green Bay baseball team, will return after attending his father’s funeral in Mt. Pleasant Iowa. Beckwith’s father was a wealthy businessman with interests in scrap metal coal mining and farming. Beckwith serves for love of the game, not necessity, and will remain through the season if owners approve. The elder Beckwith, a Civil War captain and former Chicago Burlington Quincy railway chief engineer, held substantial stock in Western Wheeled Scraper Works and owned a large estate nearby.
Hundreds from Stephanson county plan to attend the twenty seventh annual Soldiers and Sailors reunion in Winslow. John A. Davis post and allied groups meet at G A R hall at 6 am to buy tickets, form a parade, and march to the depot for a special train at 8 am returning by 6 pm, fare 80 cents round trip.
Harriet Howard of New York credits Bucklen's Arnica Salve with curing years of salt rheum and eczema. The safe healer treats cuts burns and sores. available for 25 cents at Joseph Emmert's drug store. J Burdett, piano writer, places orders with Brown & Pollmeyer at phone 78t.
Scotty pitched and hit for Freeport in a vivid win over Beloit, with Karnell and Carson delivering key hits to flip a tight contest. Holmes sparked early scoring as the home team finally clicked, aided by strong defense and Scotty’s improved control late in the game.
The game description notes Ten strikeouts and one error by the lanky pitcher yesterday. Easton and Killen form the battery for today as Baylor may be tried. Karnell’s troubled night but he collected three hits in five at bats and Scotty’s misplayed pop-up caused a misattributed error. Manager Malven returns from the south with reinforcements eyed.
At Oshkosh Wisconsin July 22 Oshkosh defeated Wausau 7 to 6 in a tight late rally to capture the second straight win in the series. Beebe, Moores, and O'Brien starred for Oshkosh while Wausau received steady work from Butturloks and Bills. In La Crosse on July 21 Cole delivered a solo shot in the eighth as the game remained close into the final inning.
John Weishar a Illinois Central employee staged a lark at the depot by tying an old shoe to a dreary suitcase carried by a young woman. The prank drew amused cheers while the crowd speculated whether the couple would honor the make believe knot. Jerry Riordan and others watched as the scene unfolded and a Messenger boy got a dollar for his role.
Freeport lodge 462 of Knights of Pythias holds a Monday evening meeting with third degree work. All knights are cordially invited.
A 19th century tonic, Electric Bitters, is advertised as curing malaria and malaria related fevers, claiming to be safer than quinine with fewer after effects. Testimonial from EH Munday of Henrietta Texas states a brother recovered after taking the medicine sold at Joseph Emmert's drug store for 50 cents.
F. Loding former Chicago alderman 1874 77 arrived in the city to attend a German Insurance company luncheon at Forest Park. He helped build Chicago after the 1871 fire and was part of The Big Five. Loding, a leading insurer on Lake Michigan, has focused on business since 1877 and now owns West Side property. He was greeted by F. Donahue and a large delegation of agents and underwriters.
The Mad am Woodmen of America executive council announces appointments including General Attorneys Trinman Plants Warsaw Illinois. Editor F O Van Galder Rock Island. Head Physician Illinois J A Rutledge Elgin. National Lecturers Charles E Whelan Madison and Thams H Duffy Dubuque. Special National Lecturers J F HBurns Detroit S V Hoap nin Chester John Sullivan Kansas City. Inspectors A W Fulton Chicago and A S Havey Yonkers. Head Clerk GC W Hawes. James McNamara Rock Island assistant head clerk. Head Consul Talbot reappointed J G Ray secretary and RAI Johnson supreme organizer. state deputy Kinois W H H Dwyer Danville.
Freeport churches publish a full slate of services with sermons on Power Five Folds and Naboth's Vineyard, plus Sunday schools, Epworth leagues, and youth programs. Pastors include Rev McKay, F B Landner, James R Shields, and W Gardener Thrall. speakers from multiple churches promise music, reports, and cordial invitations.
A dubious pamphlet touts Laval cures for catarrh claiming it destroys the blood and mucous surfaces. It alleges a superior prep backed by quack physicians and lists fake testimonials and a high price, urging readers to try the “best” treatment today.
Fragmentary OCR reads like garbled place names and names of people with missing context. No coherent event or identifiable individuals emerge to summarize. content appears corrupted.
Wholesale lemon prices jump from 3.50 to 9.00 per box amid supply squeeze and warm weather. Dealers cite reduced demand during cool spells, then a late rush as spoilage rises. Peaches meanwhile sell for about 35 cents per basket of three dozen, making lemon price spikes more noticeable.
Mrs. Mary Dawson of Warren died at the White Sanatorium after a long cerebral sarcoma illness. Born January 6, 1852 in Pennsylvania, she lived in Warren since age six and is survived by daughter Frances and three brothers J A Dobler Rockford L F P Dobler Warren J G Dobler Warren. Funeral arrangements pending.
Rural route carriers complained no post office orders were issued by Washington for July 4th, prompting a late protest. Secretary Cortelyou responded by suspending rural free delivery on New Year’s Day Washington’s Birthday Memorial Day Fourth of July Labor Day and Thanksgiving in the future.
The supreme court required drivers to stop on approaching a horse or team if they believe it may frighten. Penalty for noncompliance ranges from 5 to 300 dollars, or up to three months in county jail.
Quick sale offer for the Ziegka property on Carsuth Street Lede fronting Carral Street area with 24233 feet frontage and 216 feet depth. Describes a modern house with hardwood finishes, hand crafted doors, stone heating, private water supply with windmill, stone walks. Property in excellent condition with front facing street. price well below value. buyer seeks brisk deal.
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