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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1908

Page

2

Announcements for State's Attorney and Senator Seats

A group of Republican candidates announces primary bids. Louis H. Burrell seeks Stephenson County State's Attorney nomination. Robcoe J. Carnahan, Benatorial candidate. William W. Krape seeks Twelfth District state senator nomination. J C McKenzie and Reuben R. Tiffany announce for the Twelfth Senatorial District. Freeport figures endorse August 8 primaries with voters urged to support the Republican slate.

Stephenson Co Louis H. Burrell Stephenson County Robcoe J. Carnahan Stephenson Jo Daviess Carroll William W. Krape Freeport Ill J.C. McKenzie Reuben R. Tiffany

Illinois Republicans seek 12th district primary support

A batch of candidate notices from Stephen Kigney J J Shaffer William Ehrler Geo R Morris W W Gillespie and others announces candidacies for the Illinois General Assembly in the 12th senatorial district. They ask Republican voters in Carroll Jo Daviess and Stephenson counties for support at the August 8 1908 primaries.

Illinois General Assembly Stephen Kigney Red Oak Carroll Jo Daviess Stephenson Y. H. Hollister Freeport J. J Shaffer General Assembly Illinois William Ehrler Warren Geo. R. Morris, Lanark, Jr W. W. Gillespie Hammond

Changes of address notices for THE JOURNAL

The JOURNAL will mail upon request to subscribers leaving the city during summer. Changes of address require both old and new addresses and may be made as often as desired. Send notices to THE JOURNAL at 97 Chicago Street or call.

Journal THE Chicago Street

Social notes from Pecatonica to Chicago visits

Local residents and visitors are noted in a string of brief social items. Mr and Mrs I Winchester of Pecatonica visit friends here. Miss Marie Wistrand returns to Chicago after a grest at Fred Stewart s home. Mr and Mrs Ernest Effinger depart for Denver and western points with plans to meet others in Colorado Springs.

Rose Allen Pueblo Col Nellie Hanley Oregon Beasie Hazel Runkle McConnell Freeport May Bridge Rockford Monroe A. B. Fitch Ganges Mich Vina Fox Dixon Wilbur Fox Mabel Anna Trautwein Forreston Marie Wistrand Chicago Fred Stewart Roy Younger Eran W. A. Strunk Plymouth Ind EB. D. Allington Ernest Effinger Denver Albert Karcher Colorado Springs M. Fugate, Sr Interae Rhe Sonnedton Fouillanes Fruch, Fugate & Co

Signal Honor for Col I C Lowder in Campaign Plans

The Republican national committee announced its executive lineup with Col I C Lowder prominent. Key figures include Frank H Hitchcock, T Coleman Dupont, Victor Rosewater, Boies Penrose, and William E Borah, shaping the party’s west east balance and mobilizing support ahead of the election.

Chicago Republican National Committee Frank H. Hitchcock Charles F. Brocker Connecticut T. Coleman Dupont Delaware William E. Borah Idaho Frank O. Lowden Illinois Charles Nagel Missouri Victor Rosewater Nebraska William L. Ward New York Edward C. Duncan North Carolina Boies Penrose Pennsylvania Penrose Keystone Knox Mr. Taft Coliseum Senator Borah Roosevelt Bryan Rosewater Omaha Bee Sage of Fairview Empire State Edward Co. Duncan Duncan Lowden Ilinois Hitchcock Annex Mr. Rosewater Cincinnati Taft

Stevenson enters Democratic race aids Lewis campaign

Friends of Colonel James Hamil ton Lewis view Adlai B Stevenson’s gubernatorial bid as boosting their man. The former vice president’s Saturday announcement is seen as likely to pull downstate votes from Douglas Pattison of Freeport, splitting the vote away from Pattison and helping Lewis. Pattison returned to Chicago from southern Illinois and spoke on the campaign trail.

James Hamilton Lewis Adlai B. Stevenson Lewis Douglas Pattison Freeport Cook County Stevenson John P. Tansey

Patterson plans Chicago talks over Stevenson issue

Patterson disputes Tansey on the Stevenson matter and will spend today in Chicago conferring with legislators whose support he relies on. He then travels to Carrollton and Carlinville and will spend the rest of the week in the state.

Fidence Tansey Stevenson Pattison Chicago Carrollton Carlinville

Lincoln Douglas Debate Fifty Anniversary in Freeport

Celebration in Freeport marks the Lincoln Douglas Debate anniversary on August 27 1908 with speeches by United States Senator Jonathan P. Dolliver of Iowa and Hon WW T Davidson of Lewistown honoring Lincoln and Douglas. The event features an evening motor ride, a reception at the Freeport Club House, and a large committee structure including General Committee chair Smith D. Atkins and multiple subcommittees for reception music platform printing invitation advertising and finance.

Douglas Freeport United States Jonathan P. Dolliver Iowa Abraham Lincoln WW. T. Davidson Lewistown Stephen A. Douglas Frank O. Lowden Congress Robert R. Hitt H. Poffenberger Freeport Club F. J. Kunz O. E B. Heard Frank Lohr F. C. Held G. A. McNamara C. F. Hildreth R. B. Mitchell B. P. Hill H. J. Moogh T. H. Hollister Douglas Pattison G. A. Huenkemeier J. A. Poling F. O. Keene Henry Silk Charles D. Knowlton Fred J. Smith Dr. W. W. Krape P. O. Stiver Louis McGovern Leonard Stoskopf J. W. Miller William Trembor W. T. Rawleigh Wm. O. Wright Edward Bengston Henry Baier Oscar R. Zipf William Ascher R. R. Tiffany Louis Bauscher August W. H. Wagner Louis H. Burrell W. C. Milner M. B. Marvin Robert P. Eckert C. W. Harden Comittee

Auto Stuck In Mire In Althoff Woods

Dr L G Voigt Misa Tillie Voigt and Alf Emrich and family spent an uncomfortable Sunday afternoon when their motor car became mired in a swamp east of the city. After hours of work aided by the women of the party they extricated the car and returned to town for clean clothes.

L. G. Voigt Misa Tillie Voigt Alf Emrich Dr. Voigt Althoff Messrs Voigt Finrich

White Sox fall to Dixon Browns in 3-1 defeat

The White Sox were beaten by the Dixon Browns 3 to 1 at Dixon yesterday as Dixon out hit Freeport. White Sox lineup included Musser pitching Calam catching Fosser at first Mertz second Lebrecht third Waldecker left Richter in f Happe center Doug Grant right. The club is playing well and seeks games with Galena and other independent teams in the region.

White Sox Dixon Dixon Browns Dixon Boys Musser Calam Fosser Mertz Lebrecht Waldecker Richter Happe Doug Grant Galena

Charles Staver Buried in Oakland Cemetery Interment

Remains of Charles Staver, who died in California, arrived Saturday evening and were taken to Oakland cemetery for burial. Rev. H. L. Moore conducted a short service at the grave. Mrs. Staver and their son accompanied the funeral party.

Charles Staver California Oakland Cemetery H. L. Moore

Hall's Catarrh Cure Reward Notice and Endorsements

One Hundred dollars reward offered for an incurable case of catarrh by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio endorsed by WaLphinG Kinnan Manvin. Cure taken internally, affects blood and mucous surfaces. Price per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Testimonials free. Hall's Family Pills for constipation.

Hall Fr. Cheney & CO Toledo F. J. Cheney Walphing, Kinnan & Manvin O. Hall

Freeport Wins Final Rockford Series Game 3 2-0

In a closely watched Wisconsin-Illinois league clash Freeport defeated Rockford 2 to 0 at home to clinch the series. Eddie Scott pitched well despite early trouble, and Palmer steadied for Freeport after a rocky start. Rockford's Butcher and Rogers were involved in on-field disputes while Smith’s fielding aided the visitors’ attempts.

Freeport Rockford Forest City Eddie Scott Butcher Rogers Schurch O'Leary Palmer Scott Wallace Rouse Eddie Raphan Rorabaugh Green Fisk R. Wi Ireland Harrod Wees Stark Schoonhoven Ktutcher Moore DO Rogers Povsere Rockford ,.0 6 000000 0-—-0 Summary: Sacrifice hits-—-Kaphan Disch Isch Hoogers

Summer Baseball Scores From Wisconsin Games

Sunday games in Green Bay Fond du Lac Madison and Oshkosh produced a 3 to 2 Fond du Lac win over Green Bay, a 1 to 0 Madison shutout of La Crosse, and a 14 to 3 Oshkosh victory over La Crosse with listed batteries and managers.

Freeport Rockford Fond du Lac Wausau la Crosse Madison Green Bay Oshkosh R. H. E. Waublu Fond du Lac No Dunbar and Erickson, Hooker, Rowley and Stang Wis Shaw R. H. B. Madison Smith Watson Harms Cee Reere Bubser and Roach and Morrison W. P.C la Crosge Oshkos Eseraveeas Sra Ss the Acore Ceeee Eae Ta Crosse Vo Steele Jones Killian

League managers oust Moll amid misconduct fallout

Frequent complaints about "greea work" and other misdeeds led to Moll's removal. Bush was released for disgraceful conduct during the Green Bay series and intoxicated on the field. Ferguson faces indefinite suspension and a $25 fine. Amos Fuller was fined $60 for failing to notify officials and leaving duties. Hoffman and Kavanaugh replace Bush and Fuller, both having prior Western league service.

League Moll Bush Ferguson W. R. Bryan Kommers Amos Fuller Fuller Charles Hoffman J. D. Kavanaugh

Rockford Fans Rally as Reds Playful, Frustrated in Sunday Game

Rockford’s loyal supporters filled the stands as the cellar Reds lost to Freeport with a warm crowd and banter flying. Managers and players faced critique for Eddie’s delay and O Leary’s kicking, while Colonel Guafonda and Rogers drew attention from visiting reporters. The unflinching aim was to keep the pennant in sight, though the flag stayed away from its home spot due to weather and a tense afternoon on the field.

Freeport Rockford Cummings Butcher Harris Palmer O'Leary Lannon Barlow Kaphan Rorabaugh Green Disch Harrod Ireland Ives Fisk Reds Gua Fonda Rogers O’ Leary Golden Scott Rockford Rooters Eddie

Free Port team plays steady ball despite big pay talk

The Madison State Journal notes the Free Port club is delivering consistent basketball and suggests it will be very tough to pass as the season progresses.

Madison State Journal Freeport

Scores From Saturday Baseball Across Leagues

The reel of results lists numerous games with St Louis Washington Detroit Chicago Philadelphia and New York entries. Notable scores include St Louis 9 Washington 8 Detroit 8 New York 2 and Chicago 12 Philadelphia 2. Additional Western and Association clashes feature Toledo Milwaukee Columbus Kansas City and Sioux City Denver with multiple innings and mixed outcomes.

St. Louis Washington St. Lous Tiits Friars Weeley and Johnson Warner Street Bailey Flowell Stephens Detroit New York Teerrors Hauteries Manning and Orth Blairs Mudlin Schmidt Chicago Philadelphia Toll Sonings Dygert Schreck Walsh Sullivan Pittsburg Brooklyn Boston Cleveland Association Toledo Milwaukee Columbius Kansas City Columbus Indianapolis St. Paul Loulgvile Ainneapolis Louisville Western Des Moines Iincoln Siouxy City Denver Sioux City Omaha Pueblo Calengo National Pr. W. Ch Pc Tittsburg Chicago Eenees ARS New York Ooo Cincinnati x Ns F . Osion Severe

Political issues theme of sermon at First Presbyterian

Rev H L Moore preached on The Political Issues of 1908 at the First Presbyterian church. He argued platforms are often evasion while honesty in political life and the common people’s supremacy are key issues, noting changes in freedom, wealth centralization, and the role of individuals in shaping policy.

H. L. Moore First Presbyterian Church Moore Russia

Northwestern Saengerfest selects Omaha for 1901 fest

The Northwestern German Saengerfest met at La Crosse Wis and chose Omaha to host the 1901 festival. Officers elected include President Otto Rohland of St. Paul, Vice President Peter Laux of Omaha, Secretary G H Lieck of Milwaukee, and Treasurer E O Kney. Resolutions condemn the prohibition drive as curbing personal liberty and oppose the postmaster general requiring translations of foreign language papers, arguing it endangers editors against small politicians.

la Crosse Wis Omaha Otto Rohland St. Paul Peter Laux G. H. Lieck Milwaukee E. O. Kney

Dissolution of Partnership Between Neese and Sechrist

Notice states the partnership between W F Neese and F Sechrist is dissolved by mutual consent with Neese continuing the business. Dated July 21.

Mr. Neese

It Is No Use Advertising Without Having the Goods

A compact reflection on marketing ethics stating that promotion fails without real goods and value, and that paying for quality is useless if the product and service do not meet promised standards. The aphorism emphasizes honesty and integrity in business.

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the Daily Journal Ysgan Freeport Journal International Typographical Union William H. Taft James Sherman A. H Wieman W. A. Stevens W. H. Leath Elgin Helen Melchoir William G. Ickes Waterloo Mrs W. L. Ickes Signal Col. I. C. Lowder Ecutive Committee National Committee PARTY Hip Choice Smith D. Atkins R. P. Eckert Ners Hooker Dunbar Bubser Pattie Wausau Record-Herald C. F. Moll Wisconsin-Illinois League Lf Ives Harrod Ab O Lannon Ce O Cummings A Harris O’leary Rorebaugh Bartos R. H. E. Oshkosh Milwaaukee Minneapolis Sioux American. Prp Ww. Lpg. Netroit . Eeoenerense Chicagnecco Cleveland Seghvane ST Ant Soston Washington Polit Society Prohibition W. F. Neese, Co. F. Sechrist
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