27 Jul 1898
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1898
Page
1
A local lumber yard advertises dry lumber available next day after rain, boasting a large stock and high grades. It offers to show items to customers and promises good service even if a purchase is not made.
The Spanish government denies engaging in formal peace negotiations while saying private talks are moving forward through France. In Washington, Cambon communicates Madrid’s note to President McKinley, with an expected reply within days indicating possible armistice terms. Reports from Captains Chadwick, Taylor, Philips, and Wainwright largely align with Sampson and Schley on the destruction of Cervera's fleet and the broader engagement facts.
The Fifth Illinois, ordered to Newport News, had marched to Rossville and half entered cars before the order was revoked. The regiment returned to camp while the Third Kentucky moved forward. The 160th Indiana was ordered to replace the Fifth Illinois in Grant's brigade and depart tomorrow.
Their Annual Convention. Oana, July Fe popes one United League of Building and Loan associations met here today in annual convention. After an address of wel come and response, President Sanborn delivered the annual address. The credential committee appointed then began work.
Denver Colorado July 27 A receiver has been appointed for the Denver Paper company. The assets are 1 000 000 and the liabilities 600 000.
Sprinareno July 27 report states that Ferdinand J. Scharder has been appointed by the Governor as captain of Company D, Fourth Illinois Infantry, to succeed Rogers who resigned. The notice notes the official change in command and the vacancy created by Rogers departure.
Maprin July 27 Special reports the king of Spain is ill with an attacking case of measles. The brief dispatch notes the fever and rash but provides no further medical details or prognosis.
Berlin reports no truth to dying rumors about the prince. He sleeps well and remains in unchanged condition. John Orton of Forreston, injured near Baileyville, is able to be about. An English clairvoyant at 125 Walnut Street offers readings for 25 cents for ten days.
Mrs. William Wheat of Elk Street was critically burned when gasoline used to clean a kitchen floor ignited. Neighbors and Mrs. Trickey aided, fire brigade arrived, and she was taken to hospital as doctors warned recovery chances are poor with about a third of her body burned.
Illinois forecast from Chicago July 27 shows partly cloudy tonight and Thursday with thunderstorms and cooler in the north. Fresh southerly winds.
Pawnee Bill's combined railroad show historical wild west and Indian museum will visit Freeport on August 8 featuring trained animals, chiefs, cowboys, vaqueros and many special features. The management is praised for honesty and novelty with reasonable prices. Other items note an ice cream social at Second Presbyterian church and DeJongh millinery store closures due to travel.
Miss Dora Krydér of Blust's store begins vacation while Washington Scott oversees farm work in Lee County. Dick Johnson accepts a position with Wells Fargo Express Company. Ralph Hudson to appear prominently in Wise & Figley's circus Thursday night. All members of the Court of Honor.
A carload sale of Jersey Cream flour from Mystic Milling Co offers sacks at 1.20 dollars each for cash buyers. The seller, Martin Serr, guarantees satisfaction or a refund. Address listed as 721ldlw.
Porter Stover of Freeport married Miss Mabel Simmons today at the bride’s Stockton home in a quiet family ceremony. They will reside in Freeport after a wedding trip and be at home after August 15 at 23 Lincoln avenue. The bride, praised for charm and talent, and Porter, son of Hon. D. Stover, are starting a future in business with the Stover Bicycle company. Chas. Gaible of Schoeffel Brockhausen is on vacation.
Removal sale announced by Schadle and Franz to move entire monument stock by September 1 1898 to foot of Galena Street near the IC railroad depot. The firm promises extra low prices to avoid moving stock to a new location.
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