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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1906
Page
5
A fragmented OCR line suggests a discussion of succession or inheritance among predecessors. The text is incomplete, offering few concrete names, dates, or locations to identify a clear subject or outcome.
The text outlines primary day procedures including opening time, appointment of judges, identical polling places to general elections, and separate folding of official and delegate ballots. Voters must declare party before receiving ballots and may vote for only one party. Any cross party notation on a ballot invalidates that ballot.
The Globe-Democrat notes that the Republican party has faced wild nominating odds before from Lincoln to Garfield and Grant to Blaine and Seward, yet produced a nominee who won. It argues the party is in strong shape, likely to gain strength before November 1908 with a record session in Congress and prospects of a big congressional win in 1908 and 1908.
The tribute honors Senator Cullom as a last living giant of the Republican era, noting his alliance with Lincoln Palmer and Trumbull and his role in Illinois politics. It highlights his Civil War era funeral procession connection to Lincoln, his legislative battles for federal power over railroads, foreign relations leadership, and support for reciprocity treaties expanding markets while protecting the home market.
A collection of clipped dialogues features a wary mix of humor and social commentary. Characters discuss hypocrisy, marriage vows, golf versus scythe skill, Russia, and wedding breaches while bantering about honesty and sincerity.
At the August 4 primaries the voters of the thirteenth Congressional district of Illinois may indicate their choice to succeed Congressman R. R. Hitt, who has announced his retirement. The election centers on selecting a candidate to carry forward in the seat.
The Dixon Star endorses Frank O Lowden as the best candidate to represent the thirteenth district in Congress. It highlights his Roosevelty values, self made wealth, legal prominence in Chicago, shift to farming, and readiness to advocate for district interests in Washington without fear of bullying or improper influence.
The Chicago Chronicle extols Shelby M. Cullom as a unique, steady public servant in Illinois politics. For thirty years he has preserved clean habits and a clean mouth, avoiding malice, political trickery, or cringing. His loyalty to Republican principles remains unquestioned and his usefulness praised by colleagues and officials in Washington.
The article quotes Senator Cullom denying factional aims and urging Republicans in Illinois to back a non factional candidacy. It praises his past service and argues the Senate represents the state and the nation, calling for unity beyond former intra party contests and opposing factionalism within the Republican Party.
The Springfield News editorial praises Senator Cullom for opposing factionalism in party politics. It argues every candidate should rely on personal merit and earn party support when nominated, viewing unity as essential to organized government and leadership of the Republican party.
The piece surveys political deals shaping 1900 Illinois conventions and later events. It cites Yates Lorimer and Cullom as central figures, detailing alliances and breakups, with evolving rivalries and questions about fulfilled terms, while noting Cullom’s legislative actions on legations, Niagara Falls, and international treaties during the same period.
Washington dispatch notes Illinois Senator’s health rebound after Florida trip and highlights his pivotal role in railroad rate legislation as a senior Republican, shaping the interstate commerce measures and employers liability bill. He led appropriations work, steering a $30,000,000 legislative appropriation bill, and played a key role on foreign relations and consular reform.
Freeport police note another burglary in German Valley on Thursday night. Thieves stole small cash amounts and jewelry from Golding and Calvert general store and Antone Haegle's saloon after tampering with a cash drawer and panel door. A passing resident spotted intruders, triggering their escape. no arrests or descriptions are available. Local officials warn residents amid a string of recent incidents in nearby towns.
Eau Claire pummeled Freeport 15 to 5 as Flynn struggled with support and errors marred Freeport defense. Sump, Skopec, and Gwin led Eau Claire hitting while Freeport misplayed in the field and late rallies failed to rise above the chaotic seventh and ninth innings.
A frightened proverb links a dyke break to a near disaster, then notes Kenneth Mc Iver of Vanceboro Maine avoided a fatal cold through Dr Kings New Discovery. He reports doctors gave up but the remedy saved him. Guaranteed cough and cold cure at Jos Emmert's drug store with trial bottle free.
Rev Mr Holiday announces Robert Clark of Indianapolis known as Sailor Bob will preach at the German Valley M E Church tomorrow night at 7 30. All are invited. Clark will also address the Epworth League at 6 o clock.
Pharmacists worldwide endorse Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea made from select medicinal roots and herbs. Available as tea or tablets for 85 cents, sold by Joseph Emmert.
Latest styles and cuts of the FE and W clearing sale feature a wide range of outfits. House buyers can select from a variety of outing suits priced at 12 dollars and 45 cents, with styles updated for the season.
The Canners leave for La Crosse this evening to open a series there tomorrow, followed by Wausau and Oshkosh. Gardiner, Fiske, and Gardner spark notable plays, while wild pitching by Flynn and team changes hint at upcoming transfers and lineup shifts.
In Wausau on July 27 Wausau defeated La Crosse 9 to 7 after a fast, clean game as batteries were George Hawley Killian for Wausau and Schmidt Miller Trooh Oshkosh for La Crosse. In Oshkosh July 27 Oshkosh beat Green Bay in ten innings, the second extra game of the series, final 4 to 4 with Shafford Dolan Stremmel Rhodes Tennant handling pitching and catching duties.
The Eau Claire Leader reports the Wisconsin State league club formerly Eau Claire Chippewa Falls will be renamed Eau Claire. All Chippewa Falls officers resign. a reorganization will place control in Eau Claire hands, with a city-wide fundraising push to sustain and strengthen the team.
Joseph Emmert narrates a moral creed: giving to the poor while sharing tea from the Rocky Mountain Tea Company, reflecting a charitable ideal and personal philosophy.
A large Civil War and Spanish-American War veterans reunion is planned for Winslow with extensive preparations and gaily decorated decor. Freeport sends a special Illinois Central train at 9 20 to join representatives from Stephenson county. General Edwin H Buck will give the principal address. The program includes music, prayers, addresses by Gen Buck and others, and free meals for veterans and all attending. Tickets 60 cents round trip, available at the Gi A Hall next Wednesday morning. F C Held Commander.
Lena July 28 Rev James Pierce of Sterling to speak at the tist church tomorrow morning cordially invited Mrs Mary Benfer and Miss Bafer of Winslow were guests Mr W Benfer and wife yesterday Mrs Matilda Buss visiting friends at Waddams Nora and Warren See Mrs Eugene White and daughter and D F Thompson and daughter were here yesterday from Kent The new fountain for the park arrived yesterday The work on the park will progress more rapidly now and it is hoped will soon be completed Mrs J W Wetzel and children and Miss Mae Wetzel left yesterday afternoon for the Rock River assemblies Rev L M Gates will occupy the pulpit of the Methodist church tomorrow morning The annual meeting of the West Point Bible Society will be held there in the evening Miss Heckman arrived from Bellefonte Penn and will visit cousins Mesdames W H Miller and Robert Meta Mrs O P Dinges of Kansas City guest of Mrs A A Krape yesterday Miss Nellie Snider left for Michigan last evening after a short vacation with her mother and sisters in this city Mrs J J Schleder went to Dixon this morning to attend the assemblies.
High corn stalks twelve feet high were reported on the fruit farm operated by E. Fairbanks in Silver Creek township. Resorted details follow.
An 83 year old resident of Dublin Georgia Mrs BL RL Brunson touts Electric Bitters as the key to staying young and vigorous. She asserts the tonic helps her with age related ailments and claims it strengthens the weak. The endorsement highlights the product as a grand tonic medicine for dyspepsia torpid liver inflamed kidneys or chronic constipation.
Clues from a truncated local item indicate ongoing sales activity by E and Ww in a limited market. The fragment notes a transaction or listing involving clones of an entity named Punt Fay with a formal remark about due process.
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