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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1908

Page

4

Frank Greene Dies in Chicago Husband of Miss Mattie Smith

Obituary notices recount the death of Dr. Frank Catlin Greene in Chicago after a period of ill health. He married Miss Mattie Smith of Freeport on Aug 29 1907 and lived abroad in 1907 08 before returning to the United States. Born Nov 15 1857 in Mansfield Ohio he joined Traux Greene Co. and was a Mason and member of several Chicago clubs. Funeral at 10 tomorrow from 77 Lincoln Park Blvd and interment in Owego New York. Miss Morna Munn Beloit subject of extended Beloit papers praise. Beloit Free Press lauds her intellect and character noting her school work and family loss since March 1. Beloit News adds Beloit mourns her father E V Munn and her final illness amid sympathy from Peoria.

Martha Smith Chicago Street Frank Catlin Greene Chicago Dr. Greene Traux, Greene & Co Mattie Smith Freeport London Paris United States Mansfield Jefferson Medical College Philadelphia University of Hidlelberg Germany Chicago Athletic Club Chicago Yacht Club Chicago Medical Society American Medical Society Lincoln Park Boulevard Owego N. Y Eugene V. Munn Miss Munn Beloit News E. V. Munn

This Date in History Highlights Early American Figures

A compact list recalls events from 1767 to 1898 including births of James Asheton Bayard and Admiral Charles L. Stewart, 1806 Buenos Ayres captured by Britain, 1821 San Martin proclaims Peru independence, 1844 Joseph Bonaparte death, 1852 Eleary Clay steamer fire near Yonkers, 1864 Four Mile Creek battle, 1868 end of military rule in several states, and 1898 Ponce surrender to the United States.

James Asheton Bayard Philadelphia Wilmington Del Charles L. Stewart United States Naval Service Bordentown N. J Buenos Ayres San Martin Peru Manasseh Cutler Northwest Territory Hamilton Mass Killingly Conn Joseph Bonaparte Yonkers Four Mile Creek James River Virginia Arkansas North Carolina South Carolina Alabama Louisiana Georgia Florida Ponce Porto Rico

Little Folks at Picnic at Second Presbyterian

Sixty primary department children of the Second Presbyterian Sunday school enjoyed a lawn picnic yesterday afternoon. Superintendent Miss Edith Chrisler assisted by Miss Anna Siffert and Mrs. Chas. Meier with Mrs. Keck organized the event and provided refreshments while games supplied the fun.

Second Presbyterian Sunday School Edith Chrisler Anna Siffert Chas. Meier Keck

Potter Arrested on Warrant for Drunkenness and Disorderly Conduct

John Potter was arrested yesterday afternoon on a warrant from his mother-in-law accusing drunkenness and disorderly conduct. He pled guilty before Magistrate Bentley and was fined $3 plus costs or 22 days in jail, and he remains jailed unable to pay.

John Potter Yeater Bentley

Just Exactly Right New Life Pills Endorsed by Harrisville Man

Mr. A. A. Felton of Harrisville New York says he has used Dr Kings New Life Pills for years and finds them just exactly right. The ad claims relief without discomfort and lists ven atization biliousness and walaing as conditions. Available for 25 cents at Jos Homerts drug store.

Dr. King A. A. Felton Harrisville N. Y Jos. Homert’s

Knight Seeks Second Place for Lieutenant Governor

Thomas D. Knight, seeking the nomination for lieutenant governor, campaigned in Freeport describing himself as affable and hardworking. He formerly led Chicago’s Hamilton Club, building its strength and efficiency, and counts many Republican leaders at state and national levels among his friends.

Thomas D. Knight Freeport Knight Hamilton Club Chicago

PHONE CO. TROUBLES IN WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT

The Freeport Telephone Exchange won its case against A Neusus and others of Winslow. Judge Heard overruled the demurrer and issued a temporary injunction. The case likely goes to final settlement at the September term, and the Winslow exchange must connect with Freeport as ruled until then. The circuit court term has closed.

Freeport Telephone Exchange A. Neusus

Meyer Vinegar Works Moves to New Quarters

The Meyer Vinegar works has moved into a new building with offices. The factory is being fitted with storage tanks and machinery. Completion time is uncertain as special equipment must be sourced from the manufacturer, delaying full setup.

Meyer’ Vinegar Works Meyer Vinegar Works

Prisoners Sweep Streets In Freeport

Freeport police arrest mainly outsiders after dry elections. Strangers locked up for drunkenness are put to work sweeping streets near City Hall to pay fines. This order aims to deter disorderly conduct and reduce street activity by visitors.

Freeport

Reception to Former Pastor at Sec ond Presbyterian Church

Members and friends of the Sec ond Presbyterian church held a reception in the church parlors last evening to honor Rev. F. A. Hosmer and his wife, visiting from Chicago where he pastors Central Park Presbyterian. They will depart for Minneapolis tomorrow where he will occupy a pulpit next Sunday.

Second Presbyterian Church F. A. Hosmer Hosmer Central Park Presbyterian Church of Chicago

Birthday celebration at Journal office for Frank Ross

Frank Ross apprentice at the Journal office and son of L and Ross of 86 Galena street was surprised by twenty friends in a sixteenth birthday party. A handsome watch chain and fob were given as gifts. Albert Schmelzlu won the peanut walk prize. Miss Norma Fishler of Chicago attended and returned home this morning.

Frank Ross Journal Office

Town Board Meeting to Audit Bills

Town clerk Michael Steffen calls a regular meeting of the town board for Wednesday evening August 4 at 7 30 pm to audit bills. Patrons owing town funds are asked to present bills at the City drug store corner Galena and Van Buren streets.

City Drug Store Carper Galena van Buren Michael Steffen T-3idta

Personal Record Hints of Chicago and Freeport Visits

Rockford residents and visitors mingle in Freeport and Chicago today. Notables include J J Wieman A A Crain and E W Davis transacting business in Chicago while James W Hyde visits relatives and Maurice A Welch travels for Illinois Central.

T. EK. White Rockford B. PF. Hill Chicago J.J. Wieman F. A. Bloyer Monticello Freeport C. P. Leitzell Dakota Peter Olsen Blanchardville O. T. Smith McConnell James W. Hyde E. W. Davis Frances Dittmar RK. H. Ford Madison W. F. Norton W. M. Steele A. J. Leonard Elgin W. J. McNulty Janesville R. C. Miller Shanon Herbert Whiteside W. Kuhlemeier Pearl City Jennie Wohlford DeKalb Maurice. A. Welch The Illinois Central

Local club notices and social events recap

The Sons of Veterans meet this evening. Rev H M Markley sold his automobile to Dr M M Baumgarten. Charles Wright started work at Ermtrich's barber shop. The W R C plans a card party at the G A R hall tomorrow evening. The W R C F schedules a card party at St Mary's hall tomorrow afternoon at 2 30. Mia L t Hime and Miss Anna ime assist with Globe Park fresh air children. The Kaat Freeport Sunday school will host an ice cream social in Taylor's park tomorrow evening. The Young People's Missionary Society of Trinity church holds a regular meeting at 8 tonight. The Epworth League monthly business meeting is at 8 in the church parlors. The ladies of the G R sewing school meet Thursday afternoon with Mrs Sawyer 3 Elk street. Mrs J A Crain entertains at bridge this afternoon for Misses Ebor and Stewart visiting from Reading. Winneshiek lodge No 30 I O O F meets Wednesday evening to confer the 2nd degree. Visiting brothers are invited.

Loretta Kaiser Chicago Edward Meyers Nellie Mack Verta Walker Sterling Carthage J. Divan Trinity Church Geneseo Amsey Resh R. C. Sm The W. RC St. Mary’s Hall Mia L.t. Hime Miss Annaime Globe Park J. A. Crain Bridge Ebor Reading Penn Stewart Frye Winneshiek Jfodge No

John Wolf Named Manager at Bloomington Dry Goods Store

John Wolf, formerly with the G. A. Rogers' store in this city, is now at Bloomington where he is manager of a large dry goods store.

John Wolf G. A. Rogers Bloomington Dry Goodg

Daily Journal Delivery Counts Weeks and Customer Note

The Daily Journal is delivered to a male recipient in the city for a period of 100 weeks. The notice records a single customer term and payment context without extra details.

The Daily Journal Guy

Hopkins Arrives for Stephenson County Talk

United States Senator Albert J. Hopkins and party arrived in Freeport from Princeton today before noon to address crowds. Accompanied by his manager Harry Oldam and the Silver Leaf quartet, Hopkins planned a Grand Theatre speech this evening with a cool opera-house setting and fan air circulation. The group also included Mr. Gillespie and General Smith D. Atkins. four autos carried the party as they head to a Ben a noon speech.

United States Albert J. Hopkins Freeoft Tinceton Til Senator Hopkins Harry Oldam Silver Leaf Quartette H. Estabrook H. B. McBride R. Kimball C. H. Gregor Prory Grand Stephenson County Hopkins Bena Gillespie Smith D. Atkins

Directors Hold Meeting Of Golden Meadow Development

Directors of the Golden Meadow Development company met in this city yesterday afternoon. Among the out of town men present who returned home this morning were James M. Jeffery of Clinton H J Smith of Chicago E H Wetterman and W F Matier of Gibson City and A J Thurston of Mendota.

Golden Meadow Development Company James M. Jeffery Clinton H. J. Smith Chicago E. H. Wetterman W. F. Matier Gibson City A. J. Thurston Mendota

Reverend Markley and wife depart for Dodge City visit

Rev. H. M. Markley and his wife left this afternoon on a visit to Mr. Markley’s father and brother in Dodge City Kaw. Mrs. Markley will return in four weeks. The wife will then go to Romano Oxhla where she will remain two weeks longer.

H. M. Markley Monty Mr. Markley Dodge City Kaw

Y M C A Physical Director to Arrive Saturday

Mr. C. E. Smith, recently appointed physical director of the A A, is expected here Saturday on Lake Geneva. He will immediately assume duties and begin organizing physical culture classes starting September first.

C. E. Smith Lake Geneva

Trip to Starved Rock by D A R Elder William Brewster Chapter

The Elder William Brewster chapter of the D A R will lead a pilgrimage to Starved Rock this Friday. Interested participants may obtain details from Miss Converse on Lincoln Boulevard.

Starved Rock William Brewster Miss. Converse Lincoln Boulevard

Twilight League: Embury M E Defeats First Methodist 8–0

Embury M E dominated the Twilight League game last night by an 8 to 0 victory over First Methodist Episcopal. Tonight matchup features Second Presbyterian and Grace Episcopal teams.

Embury M. E First Methodist Episcopal Second Presbyterian Grage Episcopal

Freeporters Reach Milan on European Trip

Freeporters Mr. Henry Davis and Mrs. Henry Davis with Mr. Jacob Pfender left Freeport on May 10 for Europe and were recorded in Milan, Italy, on July 18.

Italy Henry Davis Jacob Pfender Freeport Europe Milan

McMahon Re-appointed District Deputy for K of C

T. T. McMahon has received word that he has again been appointed district deputy for the Knights of Columbus. This is the third term for Mr. McMahon in this office.

T. T. McMahon Knights of Columbus Mr. McMahon

Sick and Afflicted Boy From Chicago Ill With Pneumonia

Arthur Love, a 14 year old visitor at Adam Becker's home in Chicago, has been seriously ill with pneumonia but is now out of danger.

Arthur Love Chicago Adam Becker

Garena Independent Team Heads to Sterling and Mt Carroll

The Garena Independent ball team traveled through the city this morning en route to Sterling and Mt Carroll where games are scheduled.

Garena Sterling Mt. Carroll

Hindipo Kidney Cure Promoted by Local Drugstore

P Guenther & Co corner Galena Avenue advertise Hindipo as a cure for Brights Disease diabetes rheumatism gout gravel dropsy bladder inflammation bad blood and nervous troubles caused by sick kidneys. They guarantee results or a refund. mail order available at 50 cents per box with six boxes priced at 3.50 and prepaid delivery.

Bright P. Guenther & Co Galena Avenue Galena Street Hindipo

Republican Meeting in Waddams at McConnell

Republican voters of the town of Waddams are asked to meet at McConnell on Saturday evening at 3 o'clock. J. F. Harwoven, Committeeman, 7-28d wit.

Waddams McConnell J. F. Harwoven

Peoples' Column Advertisements Seem to Mention Rentals

See page seven for additional Peoples' Column advertisements. Rent large grey icy furnished Yoon steam heat elevator second floor Rice building. Enquire 308 Rice building. Phone New Black ai. WO gadiw

What Do They Care Choice in Dr Pierce Medicines

The text promotes Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery as remedies for exhausted women. It claims to build strength regulate womanly functions ease pain and restore vigor. It mentions nonalcoholic glyceric extracts from native plants and asserts the medicines are sold by licensed dealers with no secret formulas.

Pierce R. Pierce

Still Dark on Politics by Forreston Native Fager

Freeport friends greet T B Fager, former Forreston resident now in Butler Missouri. He returns with renewed claim that Bryan will win despite past defeats. Fager jokes through the remarks, widely known to locals, who regret his political views but hope he changes before election day.

T. B. Fager Forreston Butler Freeport Fager Bryan

Illinois Central Engineer At Home In Bloomington Visit

Fred Gray an Illinois Central engineer living at 154 Mechanic Street enjoys a visit from his mother Mrs Richard Gray of Bloomington and his brother Chas Gray of Guatemala who is chief engineer of the Guatemala Central railway. He oversees construction of the mountainous road now within thirty miles of the Mexican line and will return to work this week.

Fred Gray Illinois Central Mechanic Street Richard Gray Bloomington Chas. Gray Guatemala Central America Guatemala Central Gray Mexico Line

Two Accidents At Illinois Central Shops Cause Injuries

Daniel Gorman a boilermaker at the Illinois Central shops cut a deep gash in his left hand yesterday afternoon when he struck the fire box of an engine. several stitches were required. Bernard Rinderman another boilermaker was cut on the right hand this morning by a flying iron from a hammer, the wound extending several inches.

Daniel Gorman Illlnois Bernard Rinderman Illinois Central

Special Illinois Central Train Passes Through City

A special Illinois Central train carrying I. G. Rawn, first vice president, went through the city at 9:40 this morning. The train departed Chicago for a trip along the western lines at 7:40 this morning.

I. G. Rawn The Illinois Central City Chicago

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