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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1907
Page
3
The article notes how counterfeiters trick antiquaries into overpaying for relics. Vallenceyl, an Irish antiquary, bought a sculptured Tara hill stone, copied six letters as Belus a God of Fire, then learned they were merely letters from an Irish laborer’s name scratched with a knife.
The New York Globe notes precedent for razorless shaving in ancient Dionysius of Syracuse using burning walnut shells and in decadent Rome where depilatory plasters and ointments gave a smooth face. Martial’s Epigrams lampoon these timid methods.
Adjourned meeting of Freeport Aldermen with Mayor Dittmar presiding. Fire rules adopted. Health officer salary ordinance referred to Health Committee. Board of Local Improvements recommends Fifth avenue and related streets work. bond issuance approved for $3,400 to pay contractor M. Ford. Wages and pensions set for police and fire officers. Sidewalk ordinances approved along Rotzler, Jefferson, and Oak Place additions. Various bills approved including pest house, street lights, and liquor license for Stephen Steffen. American Street opening referred to next meeting. Council adjourned.
A conference at the boundary line of Hume and Tampico townships involved farmers from several local towns and Hon. C. C. Johnson, assisted by Surveyor John D. Arey and James Cowley. They urged restoring the county ditch to its original position after diversions caused flooding and sought a large culvert to drain water. Cowley listened to the grievances but did not commit to a recommendation.
A July discussion on contraband of war at the peace conference sparked a brief clash between Lord Reay of Britain and General Porter of the United States. The exchange touched on Anglo American tensions amid the Triple Alliance, with Reay citing 1857 Marcy notes and Porter favoring Roosevelt’s policy over past arguments.
In Montgomery Alabama on July 27 Sheriff Belser executed Juiuvin Coleman shortly after 6 a.m. The doomed man was convicted in the case involving white man W C A Wiley who was fatally wounded and then butchered with a large knife. The event drew morbid curiosity from local residents who had gathered to witness the hanging.
Orby the Derby winner, an eight year old from Croker, was defeated in the Atlantic stakes at Liverpool by Linacre Burlston and Mastern in a small field of four starters. Linacre had run in the Derby, which Orby had won. Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup is advertised as non opiate and helpful for colds, sold by Wm. F. Jungkunz at 85 Stephenson Street.
Advertisement notes cheap sale of building lots in Arcade addition with monthly payments. Instructions to apply to Arcage ane facturing Co. dw.
A Marion and Old Fort indictment targets railroad ticket agents for violating a criminal statute. Judge Lyon urges enforcement while Assistant U S Attorney Sanford and railroad officials discuss the rate dispute. Officials argue governor control over federal court processes could threaten constitutional rights.
Boise July 27 The jury will decide the penalty for William D Haywood over his alleged role in the criminal conspiracy linked to ex Governor Sieunaders murder Senator Borah prosecuted for Idaho. Judge Wood will instruct the jury and a record crowd fills the courthouse grounds. Prehistoric Bird Dug Up Seneca Falls New York July 27 Workmen uncover a perfectly preserved skeleton resembling a giant bird with legs and feet.
Superior Wisconsin July 27 The Great Northern has authorized construction of shops in Superior for building steel ore and freight cars. Total cost of buildings and equipment estimated about 200000. Turin July 27 OReind announce couchement expected in a few months. Three children already born to the Italian royal couple.
Casensweet for babies and children promises to calm the stomach reduce inflammation and prevent irritation. The product is described as making the baby happy and well and is sold by Wm F Jungkunz druggist at 85 Stephenson Street.
Committee on Streets Alleys and Bridges notes that throwing grass or rubbish on improved streets is forbidden and offenders will face city ordinances penalties.
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