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Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1906

Page

2

War 10 The Knife And To The Hilt

An Imperial dispatch from St. Petersburg on July 25 proclaims war to the knife with revolution. Stolypin orders governors to crush enemies of society with firm force and urges vigilance to restore and maintain order amid expected southern uprisings and a possible northward spread toward the capitals. The telegram emphasizes legal measures and restraint to regenerate the old regime while restoring public order.

St. Petersburg Premvier Stolypin Russia Tower House War Office Hian- Ming Stolypin

Aid for the Ministry as Cabinet Moves Stumble

report from Moscow notes limited support for a broadened cabinet as leaders face refusals from key figures including Prince Nikolai Lyvoff. Constitutional Democrats contemplate a national convention while夜 night meetings and secret caucuses unfold amid agrarian unrest near St Petersburg.

MM. Shipoff Guehkel Nikolai Lyvoff Saratov Stolyypda Orert Folio Constitutional Democratic Eli Polige Aiedhrorithes Constitutional Democrats Nanced Teinee Parl Moscow St. Petersburg Gery St. Petersburs Baron Fredericths Cesar Trepot M. Pobledenostself Gen- Orloff

Company Refuses to Subscribe to the Fund for Revolution

A Ga Cmted Stites concern refused to subscribe to the fund for revolution. Explosions occurred leaving several persons wounded.

Ga Cmted Stites Concern

No Riot at Odessa Cossacks Routed Anti Jewish Upsurge

A report from Maldovanka near Odessa says drunken Cossacks tried to spark an anti Jewish massacre but were dispersed by infantry and corralled in their barracks. In St Petersburg a wave of arrests and seizures is noted with 200 arrests reported. Prince Hilkoff criticizes Russian MPs at Victo r and defends Emperor Nicholas’s good faith.

Odessa Maldovanka Paris St. Petersbure Journal London The Matin Prince Hilkoff Victorg Nicholas

Immediate Strike Opposed in Moscow

A general strike declaration faces opposition from the workers council in Moscow. A bold factory front with loaded bombs was found locally, and the house owner and bomb makers were arrested.

Moscow Jy 25 Worskaian's Council

Not Only Held Fourteen Workmen's Council Delegates

Police in Moscow on July 25 attempted to seize all delegates to the workmen's council and succeeded in capturing fourteen.

Moscow Workmen's Council

TWO BAD TRAIN WRECKS IN WASHINGTON AND BRITISH COLUMBIA

Two fatal rail accidents reported. In Washington near Camden a Great Northern fast mail train fell 70 feet into Diamond Lake killing five aboard and injuring many. Names of victims include engineer N Edward Munson and fireman Frank Bell. In Nelson British Columbia another Great Northern train plunged 200 feet, with Judge Townsend and several others killed.

Spokane Wash Great Northern Camden Titamond Lake N. Edward Munson Frank Bell Hillyard Charles Danner George R. Strickland George Howard Curdlee Lumbernmuan St. Paul Great Northern Railway Nelson 3. C Judge Townsend Rossland D. M. McWinnon Great Northern W. J. Smith

Secretary Shaw Sets Westward Tour This Summer

Secretary Shaw departs Washington for Chicago and then travels to Town W for a Chautauqua address near Des Moines. He will speak at multiple events across the state and attend the Des Moines state convention on August 7 before returning to Washington around August 15.

Shaw Washington Chicago Town Des Moines

Secretary Root's Party Arrives Aboard Cable Ship

Bahia July 25 A cablegram from Balla Brazil says the Charleston with Secretary Root's party aboard arrived Monday night. The ship only stopped to take mails and cable messages and will depart immediately for Rio where it should reach this evening or tomorrow morning.

Root Bahia Washington State Department Balla Brazil Charleston Rio

Marriage of Major McCawley in Providence hospital

Major Charles L McCawley United States Marine Corps married Mrs John Davis of this city at Providence hospital where McCawley convalesces from typhoid fever. Mrs Davis is daughter of the late Secretary Frelinghuysen.

McCawley Washington Chas. L. McCawley United States Marine Corps John Davis Frelinghuysen Providence Hospital

Baseball scores from July 24 across leagues and cities

Scores list across leagues including American and National games. Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, St Louis, Chicago, Brooklyn, Washington, New York, Detroit, Boston, Cleveland, Minneapolis, Indianapolis, St Paul, Kansas City, Pueblo, Milwaukee, Louisville, Omaha, Des Moines, Lincoln, Sioux City, Denver. Key results mention Philadelphia Chicago 1 7 and Boston Cleveland 9 3 with second games noted.

Chitcag A Pittshburg New York Pitsburg Cincinnati Philadelphia St. Louis Boston Chicago Brooklyn American Washington Detroit Cleveland Fumner Meveland Beaston Association Minneapolis Indi-auapolis St. Paul Columbus Kwansas City Poledo Tansas City Milwaukee Louisville Louisvile Omaha Des Moines Lincoln Pueblo Sioux City Denver

Daily Journal delivery worded notice

The Daily Journal announces city wide delivery for ten cents per week.

Deadly Delusion Dismissed as Wife Denies Pact

John Randin of 415 North Avenue was arraigned in the Chicago avenue police court on charges of attempting to injure his wife and faced letters claiming a suicide pact. His wife, Alys Randin, denied any agreement to end their lives, despite jealously tied to a man named Schroeder. Bond set at 4000.

Chicago John Raadin Atlas Tlonoras Chicago Avenue Randins Lve North Avenue Randin Chicago Castronomic Society Alys Indove Viotke Riamantin Hortonville Wis Anna John

Riches Too Much for Him Drives Benighted Farmer to Insanity

Mattoon July 25. Scott Emmerich a Cumberland county farmer who owns 140 acres near Greenup suddenly earned vast royalties from fourteen wells. He had lived in poverty but now receives about 100 dollars daily, and the rapid wealth overwhelmed him, leading to a mental breakdown and his confinement in an institution.

Mattoon, Sr Scott Emerich Cumberland County Emmerich Greenup Mmnerich Dosmie

Logan County man arrested in St Louis marriage scheme

George TW Bryan of Logan county is arrested over a plan to marry Mrs Lawson KE Cracker in St Louis last September. The wife obtained a divorce by claiming her husband was not an Illinois citizen and lived in Salinas California. The decree was granted a month after the husband left for South Dakota. He returned, convinced Judge Harris to annul the divorce on non disclosure of facts.

Bloomington George TW Bryan Logan County Lawson KE. Cracker St. Louis Harris

Purdy Refuses to Quit as City Chief Despite Ouster

Chief of Police George O Purdy, ousted by the city council, declares he will not relinquish his post until Mayor Silas Cook, who appointed him, orders otherwise. Mayor Cook states he will not instruct Purdy to step down, and Purdy's orders are followed by officers.

West St. Louis George O. Purdy Fietlon Silas Cook Cook C Hief Purdy Chief Purdy

Broker Who Has Disappeared in Atoimouth

Atoimouth reports local commission broker Broberg has vanished and his office closed by an officer. It is alleged he eluded with about 10,000 yuan earned from deals conducted for other parties.

Atoimouth Broberg 1 Iy

Fourteen Years for Murder in Lincoln Case

Thomas Neylon was found guilty of murdering Thomas Brown on March 10, 1906, in Lincoln during a quarrel over a bill. He was sentenced to fourteen years in prison.

Springfield Thomas Neylon Lincoln Thomas Brown Neylon Brown Bill

Death at the Grade Crossing in Decatur IL

At a grade crossing in Decatur Illinois on July 24 a buggy struck by a Illinois Central switch engine killed RC WI Ron of Mittoon, fatally injured Mrs Ollie Mareland, and badly hurt Miss Yel Mathews.

Decatur Wiron Mittoon Ollie Mareland Yel Mathews

Kennedy’s Laxative Honey and Tar Syrup Debuts

The original laxative cough syrup Kennedy’s Laxative Honey and Tar relieves the cough and purges the system of cold without opiates. Sold by all druggists.

Excursion Rates to Camp Meeting via Northwestern Line

Excursion tickets to Des Plaines Illinois camp meeting offered at reduced rates from July 17 through August 6 with return validity until August 6. Tickets available through Chicago and North-Western agents.

Camp Meeting Des Plaines North-Western Chicago & North-Western Ae

Missing Monmouth broker tied to 10000 shortfall dies

Fred H. Brobery commission broker from Monmouth Alabama disappeared last Saturday amid rumors of a $10000 shortage in his accounts. His body was found in a boat on Lake Crimet after he shot himself. Police say the downturn in grain markets and an alleged attempt to hide tides contributed to his downfall.

Chietito Fred Brobery Monmouth Crlimiet Broberg Seu Chicago Board of Trade

Man Hunt in Perry County Ends with Capture near Glouster

A manhunt in Ohio near Glouster ended with the capture of Lew Hirbin after he assaulted a 12 year old girl and wounded a bloodhound. Deputies and a posse pursued through Perry County woods, the suspect surrendering to Deputy Sheriff King. The child’s sister raised the alarm and Hirbin fled, but was traced by trackers until apprehension.

Zannesville Perry Glouster Wile Charles Hammers Misco Lew Hirbith Hirlin Sherif King Edlin

Effect of the Eight Hour Order on Government Work

Washington July 23 The application of the presidents order relative to the eight hour law for government contract work has proved difficult in the war department. Executives fear rigid enforcement may end the system of government contract work and force the government to hire its own labor and carry on public works under its own.

Washington War Department Publica

Roosevelt offers Stickney interstate commerce post

A Washington telegram reports Chicago Great Western Railway president A. T. Stickney has been offered a seat on the Interstate Commerce Commission by President Roosevelt. The offer was made five days ago.

Kansas City The Journal From Washington A. T. Stickney Chicago Great Western Railway Company Interstate Commerce Commission Roosevelt Stickney

Insurance firm declines San Francisco earthquake losses

Will Pay No Earthquake Losses, San Francisco July 25. The Phoen ix Reynal Insurance company of Vienna, with about 2,500,000 in s urance in this city, has decided not to pay any loss from the dust conflagration of April. The policies included an earthquake clause.

San Francisco Phoenix Reynal Insurance Company Vienna

Officers Ordered to the Colors in Vienna War Tone

Russian officers on leave at Austrian watering places have been recalled by telegraph to Russia. The orders indicate threatening conditions and call for the army to be placed on a war footing.

Vienna Russia

Imperial amnesty extends to pre 1905 offenses

An imperial manifesto from Helsinki grants amnesty for all political offenses prior to the November 17, 1905 manifesto. All fines for such offenses are canceled and will be repaid.

Finland

Died in a Diving Suit on Mississippi River

W H Mickard of St. Louis died while working mummy feet beneath the Mississippi River in a diver’s suit. He lost his life when his life line broke during the underwater task.

St. Louis W. H. Mickard Mississippi River

Multiple Political and Labor Strikes Across U S Regions

A mixed batch of outlines reports strikes and political moves across the United States. The Southern Pacific unionists in New Orleans and West Oakland press for higher pay while a Utah Socialist convention nominates Willam S. Dalton for supreme court judge and a representative. In Alabama Republican leaders vote to field a full state ticket. Internationally, ambassadors and dignitaries arrive in New York and Warisbad as Pan American talks adjourn with Root named honorary president. A building collapse in Massachusetts claims eleven lives with possible four more fatalities noted.

Tde Philippines Palajanes Leyte Russell Sage First Presbyterian Church May Rockaway Long Island Southern Pacific Company New Orleans Republican State Executive Committee Alibama Cubbouns Wabash Ind Lake Gilbert Brainerd Minn Utah Socialist State Convention Willam S. Dalton Salt Lake City Supreme Court lWomer Py Burt Constess Mreound Ays Nicholas Longworth Warlsbad Paelifie West Oakland Cab Robert 8. McCormick United States France McCormick New York Rio Janeiro Root Wihelmina South Biomingham Mass

Kodol for Dyspepsia Ad on Digestive Aid

An advertisement promotes Kodol for Dyspepsia as a stomach helper after meals. It claims digestion support and rest for the stomach, relieving flatulence sour stomach and belching while its reconstructive properties aim to restore normal function. Sold by all druggists.

Daily Journal Delivery Offer

The Daily Journal announces citywide delivery at a rate of 10 cents per week ensuring circulation to every part of the city.

the Daily Journal

German Slavery Case At Jackson Lumber Camp

United States deputies head to Lockhart Alabama to investigate peonage claims against Jackson Lumber Company. About 100 workers mainly Germans allegedly living as slaves, paid little or nothing, forced to eat after locals, confined, beaten for disobedience, with guards armed in the woods. The firm, backed by Michigan and Wisconsin capitalists, is one of the largest in the south. Also reported is a separate shipboard Shanghaing case involving John P. McLaughlin and Janes O'Donnell tied to the Celtic Monarch voyage and a push for their release from Honolulu authorities.

Pensacola Mia Jackson Lumber Company Lockhart Ala United States Jto Inbor South Michigan Wisconsin Springfield John P. McLaughlin Janes O'Donnell Auburn Northcott State Department Washington Pacific Coast McLaughlin Australia Department of Commerce and Labor Honolulu O'Donnell

Chance for dairymen in Panama Canal Zone

Washington reports a need for dairy and stock farms in the Panama canal zone. Consul Kelloge notes milk sells for 20 to 38 cents a quart, often watered, beef goes for 20 to 25 cents a pound, cattle are guarded by a tariff, and the US government is exempt in canal imports. The Panama Raen grass grows thickly and regrows quickly after grazing.

Washington Panama Canal Zone J.C. Kelloge Bureau of Manufacturers United States Panama

Hearst for Governor of New York

New York July 25 Charles I Murphy said it was possible Tamminy Wall would back William KR Hearst for the Democratic nomination for governor in the next state convention. Murphy noted he could not predict Tammany’s stance, but said last year’s opposition would not by itself rule out support at the convention.

Hearst New York Charles I. Murphy Tamminy Wall William KR. Hearst Murphy Tammuiny Wih Tammany

Democratic campaign offices to open in Chicago

The western division of the Democratic congressional campaign committee will open headquarters at the Palmer House in Chicago on August 1. Minor arrangements have been made by Representatives Henry T. Rainey of Carrollton Alabama and Lloyd of Missouri.

Chicago Democratic Congressional Campaign Palmer U House Henry T. Rainey Carrollton YP. Lloyd Missouri

Hotel Owner Dies in Racine Stroke At Hotel Racine

George J Margerum proprietor of Hotel Racine dropped dead from apoplexy. He arrived from Findlay Ohio about two years ago to run the hotel.

Racine Wis George J, Margerum Hotel Tie Findlay, O

Hingis Central Pacload stockholders meeting notice

Notice posted for Hingis Central Pacload company annual stockholders meeting in Chicago. Meeting to be held at the company's office in Chicago on July 25.

Minoia Central Stockholders Chicago Hingis Central Pacload Company

Kennedy Laxative Honey and Tar Cough Syrup

Advertises Kennedy Laxative Honey and Tar as the pleasantest cough syrup for children. Claims it contains no opiates and is sold by all druggists. This vintage medicine pitch emphasizes safety for youngsters and universal availability through drugstores.

Kennedy

Excursion Tickets to Chautauqua Assembly at Janesville

Reduced fare excursion tickets to the Chautauqua Assembly at Janesville Wisconsin via the North Western Line will be sold on two dates July 27 and August 1. Return is limited to August 6 inclusive. Applications should be directed to agents of the Chicago and North Western Railway.

Chautauqua Assembly Janesville Wis North-Western Vnano Chicago & North-Western R'y

Impersonator Nabbed After Attempted Ransom Demand

July report from St Towle details Mrs Bornero as victim of a dynamic ransom plot. A man calling himself Johann Hoppe threatened to dynamite the home if $560 cash was not delivered. An impersonator in Mrs Bornero's dress tried for 9:30 pm, but was grappled by a man identifying as Carpenter. Police then captured the suspect after a pursuit.

Carpenter

Raising the Tax on Railways Helena July 26

The Montana state board of equalization, which fixes railroad tax assessments, has raised the main lines by about 124 percent from last year. Last year the appraisal was $14,482 per mile, now increased to $16,286 per mile.

Helena Mont State Board of Equalization Montana

Paper Makers Threaten Strike Nationwide Action

Paper makers in 33 districts of the International Paper Company in the United States and Canada give notice they will strike unless daily hours are reduced to eight without wage cuts. The move, aimed at shortening workdays, heightens labor tension across mills in both countries.

Buffalo International Paper United States Canada

Illinois Milk Tampered With Formaldehyde, East St. Louis

Health inspector Dr A A McBrien seized thirty gallons of milk at the relay depot in East St. Louis on July 25. The consignments from Formosa Michigan contained formaldehyde to prevent spoilage, prompting investigation and action by local authorities.

East St. Louis, WL A. A. McBrien East St. Louis Formosa

Navy to Seek Eight-Hour Law Status on Warship Work

Washington July 25 The department of justice will be asked by the navy department whether a warship under construction is public works under the eight-hour law.

Washington Department of Justice Navy Department

Chicago Board of Trade Market Quotations

Chicago and East Buffalo markets report futures and cash prices for wheat corn oats and rye with July and September quotations. Includes live stock estimates for hogs cattle and sheep and mention of cash sales by sample and by the trade for winter wheat and livestock categories.

Chicago Chicago Board of ‘Trade Stig Sayvd Sayvd— Fann, Ph Agiices Als E Draere S.otis Or. Oe LOM Q Samplies Thuy Lo Northern SIME Wwe Tate Doe oteenGe Choles Prairie East Buffalo Dunning & Stevens Live Stock Commission Yverrilnes Best

Don’t Let Baby Cry Ad Adabout Laxative Syrup Pepsin

An advertisement urges caregivers to treat baby stomach discomfort with Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as the only safe laxative for infants and children. It claims the remedy has no harmful ingredients, promises money back if it fails, and notes it is sold by druggists at 50 cents and one dollar.

Orasphoeian Dr. Caldwell

Cure for Sore Hands with Cuticura Trio

Mrs A E Maurer of Chicago testifies after three doctors failed to help her itchy painful hand sores. Three days after using Cuticura Ointment the sores began to peel and improve, now smooth and clean while she continues dye-house work, recommending the Cuticura Soap and Ointment.

A. E. Maurer State St Chicago, Ill

Cuticura Ad Promises Relief for Skin Ailments

An old advertisement touts Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment as instant relief for skin-tortured babies and rest for weary mothers. It markets the products worldwide, lists prices for Soap and Ointment, and mentions a chocolate coated form and a solvent. Also notes free mail offer for skin cure guides.

Hesolvent Letter Drug & Chem. Corp Props Beaton Mass

Nickel Plate excursion to Chautauqua Lake from Chicago

Nickel Plate road announces a round trip excursion to Chautauqua Lake from Chicago at $14.00 with return by August 28 and no excess fare on any Nickel Plate train. Three daily trains offer vestibuled sleeping cars, and meals range from 85 cents to $1.00 with a la carte and midday luncheon at 50 cents. Ticket offices are at 107 Adams Street Chicago and La Salle Street station Chicago.

Nickel Plate Road Chautauqua Lake Chicago

Cash register for sale at WN and Dollmeyver

An entirely new, first class cash register is offered for sale. Call and see it at WN and Dollmeyver.

Aresnis WN & Dollmeyver Aws

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