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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1907
Page
4
Bargain buyers are invited to view reductions on organ dies priced up to 59 cents a yard. A twenty five cent quality reduction is highlighted, promising substantial savings on premium fabrics for discerning shoppers.
Rockford July 25 A five month old girl Clara Campbell daughter of Mr and Mrs Guy E Campbell of 146 Washington Highland died at St Anthony hospital after a peanut kernel lodged in her windpipe. Doctors removed half the kernel but breathing failed due to swelling and pneumonia from irritation. An autopsy was planned to confirm the cause.
The Majestic Theatre in Chicago for the week of July 29 presents a varied bill led by Miss Coghlan in a one act playlet praised by crowds and critics. Also featured are Olive Vail, the Jackson family bicycle troupe, the OMeers sisters gymnastic act, Frederick brothers Burns musical specialty, and AL Carleton with humorous tales.
Carroll Davidson Wright born July 25, 1840 in Dunbarton New Hampshire. He served as United States commissioner of labor before resigning to lead Clark College. A Civil War colonel, acting assistant adjutant general under Sheridan, later Massachusetts state senator and first commissioner of the interior department bureau of labor. He authored many works on labor questions.
Polo announces a new red brick Winda Central depot to replace the century old dirt passenger station. The old building will be moved to serve as freight storage on the north side of Mason Street near the croquet grounds. Construction materials arrive and work starts immediately.
New York July 24 butter market reports quiet trade and steadier tone. Official prices hold with creamery categories from common to extra described as 20 or whe.
Charles F. Bentley, president of the national league of Building and Loan associations, opened its Chicago sessions yesterday. A former Freeport resident, he is brother to Elizabeth Bentley and the late H. D. Bentley, and uncle to Police Magistrate Bentley. Former cashier of the First National Bank of Freeport, he later became a banker in Grand Island Nebraska and promotes Building and Loan co operatives. He helped draft Nebraska laws restricting nationals and risky co operatives as part of his influence in the region.
Mr John Rinewalt a leading Carrollite and trustee of Francis Schimer academy will address the First Baptist church this evening on Christian Stewardship His frequent talks have drawn praise as an able address Tonight’s regular Thursday prayer meeting invites both public and church members to hear him deliver a talk with an extraordinary title.
The Primary Workers of the First Baptist church present a Friday evening event in the church parlors on July 26 from 6 to 8. The program decorations and menu aim to delight. Admission program and feast cost 35 cents.
Multiple parcel deeds listed with transfers: Cornelius Aykens to Simon Bitterly, block 5 Winnesheik addition for 2375 dollars. Edward L. Burchard to Elmer G. Pratt, lot 9 block 4 Burchard subdivision for 400 dollars. August Shelp to Mathua Behr, lot 1 45 feet on east side of lot block 46 for 150 dollars. Simon Seifert to Simon S. Seifert, lot 58 Coltman addition for 2000 dollars.
Funeral services for the late George W. Morin will be conducted tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock from the family residence on Dewey Avenue. Rev. E K McKay will officiate with H Poffenberger in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers include Fred Watson Scott Deaner George Mernitz J M Stiffler F Kleckner and J C Young.
Highland Park drew a large crowd yesterday with at least six picnics on the grounds. The grounds grow in popularity and favorable weather is expected to boost attendance. band concerts are scheduled for Friday and Sunday evenings.
Embury defeated the First M. E. church team last evening in a baseball game. Pitching for Embury were Zanoni and Kautenberg with Rogers and Neidigh catching for the First M. E. squad.
The annual boys conference of the Y M C A will open August 1 at Lake Geneva with Mr. Buffin and Alfred Wagner attending from the local association.
A premium list of the Illinois State Fair to be held in Springfield from September 27 to October 5 has been received at the office.
Henry Reinoehl a member of the Forty-fifth Illinois Infantry died Wednesday morning at Waterloo Ta.
Mrs William E Briggs formerly Annie Hurlson of Freeport died this morning in Chicago. Further obituary details and funeral arrangements are expected.
Sterling grocers adopt a plan to close stores at a set hour except Wednesdays and Saturdays evenings. Grant Evarta, a buttermaker at Pecatonica creamery, was fatally scalded Tuesday at 4 pm when a hot milk pipe burst. Elizabeth prepares for a large picnic next Sunday as Chicago capitalists tied to Elizabeth mines travel by train for a basket outing.
Beginning Thursday July 11 and each Thursday until August 15 the Rockford and Interurban Ry will run mid week excursions to Harlem Park Rockford at 80 cents round trip includes street car fare to and from park tickets sold for any car Good returning on date of sale only.
Before leaving for vacation shoppers are urged to buy outing suits at the Golden Hayle with prices listed as 6.76, 9.7, and 11.75 in the ad. The brief notice emphasizes affordability and seasonal sale.
The shoe event at the E. and W. clearing sale proved profitable for buyers of all ages with strong turnout and steady sales. Local merchants reported brisk demand and favorable prices across categories.
Wanted In immediate need experienced stenographer apply in person at office of W. T. Rawlelah Medical Co. For sale 7 room cottage, Lew, comfortable and attractive, city water, gas, lot 30 by 120, best part of town with installment plan. Be L. Burchard, 6 Lincoln Ave near water tower. Both phones.
Joseph Price of 31 Winneshirk Street was arrested for assault and battery on his wife and fined four dollars plus costs for drunkenness and disorderly conduct after a preliminary hearing. John Reedy on Jackson Street was jailed for drunken and disorderly conduct, fined five dollars and costs. William Koehler’s assault case was dismissed as a family dispute. Roy Richards faced disorderly conduct charges from his mother in law, fined twenty five dollars plus costs and released.
Miss Mae Hollister of Iowa is in the city as the guest of her parents Mr and Mrs T H Hollister. Judge O E Heard has returned from Mt Carroll where court adjourned until August 12 when the German Insurance company case will again be heard.
The excerpt notes buccaneers kept religious observances at sea and on land use. It describes Sunday hunts, church blessings before ventures, and gratitude rituals after returns. Loot was pooled, then chiefs divided shares, with oaths of honesty enforced by punishment. Partnerships often endured for life with shared spoils and loyalty.
The Levant once meant the rising east broadly derived from lever to rise. Bacon used high Levant for the far east, Chambers notes the term covered any country eastward, Evelyn used Levantine parts beyond Italy, and Milton linked Levant to Ponent as orient and occident.
A London watchmaker Arnold presented a remarkable ring timepiece to George III in 174. The compact mechanism weighed under five pennyweights and comprised 120 pieces with the first ruby cylinder. In return the king awarded Arnold 500 euineas as a royal gift and present.
The Tailor knew. A man tells his tailor he wants a tiny hidden pocket in his trousers or waistband to keep something secure. The tailor replies with a knowing remark that implies the man is married, highlighting a discreet safety concern in casual dialogue from Chicago Inter Ocean.
Report notes that sailors carry highly magnetized knives and sheathes that allegedly can deflect a compass needle two points within eighteen inches. It is urged that no man wear such knives while steering or on the bridge during watch.
A story noting a ship striking rocks after a keeper's daughter was courted and the light neglected, causing navigation to falter. A young man’s pursuit reportedly led to the lanterns being lowered, guiding the vessel onto the hazard. The incident centers on reckless distraction rather than weather or fate.
Dialogue snippet shows A Diferent Camplestone and Maud debating if T painted while Marles denies it. The remark relays a change in complexion of the discussion and mood as Maud is pressed to answer.
A brief dialogue about perception and admiration. A father’s inquiry prompts reflections on character. The speaker asserts trust in the man her intimates deem good, implying shared integrity and reliability.
A brief listing notes new linen crash coats available at TS cents in Golden Nagle area, with pricing and stock details incomplete due to OCR issues.
A list of social and community events with dates in July and August including lawn socials in Washington and Chicago streets, orphanage fundraiser, Sirine picnic at Highland park, circuses, camp meetings at Lenn Oakdale and Riverside parks, and a temperance chautauqua in Dixon.
The notice lists events at the Grand Opera House from Aug. 8 through Sept. 6 including Trust Busters Uncle 81 Haskins Sour i Girt S Plunkard Tempest and Sunshine and The Cow Puncher Thoroughbred Tramp Sex Against Sex The Royal Chef As Told in the Hills and Choir Singer.
Waterloo Iowa July 24 William J Bryan drew a rich day’s pay from lectures here and at Manchester on the same Monday. He was paid 209 for Manchester and guaranteed 250 at Waterloo, with receipts over 600 for the Waterloo talk likely bringing total pay near 709. The piece notes Roosevelt earns about 136 a day, implying Bryan’s pay was substantial.
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