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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1907

Page

6

Magill Case Advances As Poison Tests Proceed

Reports from Chicago indicate no poison traces found in Mrs Pet Magill stomach and no murder evidence yet. Grand jury deliberations continue as Marguerite Magill remains unfound and a writing expert reviews alleged letters amid secrecy and cautious witnesses.

Canton Tre George Bhdmonsonce Chicago Pet Magill Marguerite Magill Fred Magill John B. Wesener Columbus Laboratories Miller Clinton Grand Juru

Struggle for a Revolver Ends in Franks Death

Berry Sars a noted Canton main of Indianaola shot and killed his brother Frank Sams 37 during a dispute over a revolver at the latter's place of business. The weapon discharged wounding Frank in the abdomen and also hitting bystander Bradley Popeder. Frank died shortly after. the brothers had been friends.

Danville Bradley Popeder Stander Frank Tudianola Louisville

Consolidation of Ten Coal Mines Formed in East St Louis

The reconsolidation of ten coal mines and a tannery into the Bessemer Coal Company with $1,000,000 capitalization was announced with the election of officers. It aims to consolidate miners along the Winds Central Railway southward from East St Louis. W S Wilson of Pinckneyville, IL is president.

East St. Louis Besseaner Coal Company Winds Central Railway

Monument to War Governor Yates in Indiana Statehouse Plan

Matt Starr of Jacksonville has started a movement to build a monument to War Governor Yates. A committee will seek to bring the project before the next state encampment and petition the Legislature for an appropriation for the monument in front of the statehouse. The argument cites Indiana’s honoring of Morton as a precedent for Yates.

Yates Jacksonville Matt Starr Post Indiana Morton

Peoria Supervisor Whiting Arrested in California Embezzlement Case

Los Angeles dispatch reports Frank K. Whiting, supervisor of Peoria, Illinois, arrested on embezzlement charges and handed over to Peoria Deputy Sheriff Thompson to transport the prisoner back to Illinois.

Frank Whiting Peoria Los Angeles Cal Frank K. Whiting Illinois Thompson Peorlu Liter

Death Takes Two Physicians in Jacksonville

Two prominent Jacksonville physicians died within an hour of each other. Chod rich, age 50, served on the city council. Dr E Burkeholder, aged 52, held the medical post.

Jacksonville M. HH Goodrich E. Burke Saree Chodrich Burkeholder

Tragedy in Versailles as Huntington killings unfold

Major Henry A Hunting ton dies after a murderous attack by his son on his two brothers and two sisters in Versailles France. The funeral is set for next Thursday at the English church and the body will not be sent to the United States. Alana Huntington remains in precarious condition after a bullet lodged near her lung.

Versailles France Henry A. Huntington Henry United States Alana Huntington

Major Huntington Civil War officer remembered in obituary notice

Washington July 31 Major Huntington a distinguished officer of the volunteer army in the Civil War is noted. Born in Illinois to Alonzo Huntington and Patience Lorraine Dyer, he entered service as second lieutenant in the Ninth Illinois cavalry from October 9 to November 6, 1861, rising to major and serving through the war until his resignation on November 19, 1869.

Faith Huntington Henry Huntington Washington Tuly Major Huntington Iie Minois Alonzo Huntington Patience Lorraine Dyer Ninth Illinois Cavalry Ife

Nationalists Lead Philippine General Election Victory

In partial returns from fifty of eighty districts, the Nationalists tally thirty one seats, with ten Progressives and eight Independence candidates, plus one Roman Catholic. In Manila the Nationalists win by large margins. Commander Gomez claims District 1, while Justo Lakban contests both Independence seats. Full results expected in ten days or two weeks.

Manila Cominander Gomez Justo Lakban

Moyer Freed on Bond. Heads to Salt Lake City

Charles H. Moyer president of the Western Federation of Miners is released from Ada county jail on a 25000 bond signed by Timothy Redgan and Thos Jones. He will travel to Salt Lake City with William D. Haywood then to Denver. De T G McGee bound over for trial after perjury hearing in Wallace Idaho with McGee claiming Orchard was in Wallace in August 1904.

Boise Ida Charles H. Moyer Western Foderation of Ada County Timothy Redgan Thos Jones Moyer Salt Lake City William D. Haywood Denver Federation de T. G. McGee Wallace Haywood McGee Harry Orchard Orchare Idaho

Cunarder Lusitania Features Veranda Cage and Regal Suites

The Lusitania, the largest ship afloat, showcased a veranda cage with protected sea air views. It also offers two regal suites costing 2000 dollars per trip. Sir William White linked the liner to its notable build and coal use of about 450 tons per hour for a transatlantic voyage.

Tiverpool Lusitania William White

Grant’s Grandson to Wed Miss Root

Washington announces the engagement of Miss Ndythe Root daughter of Secretary Elihu Root to Lieutenant Ulysses Grant Jr son of Major General Frederick Dent Grant and grandson of the late President. A wedding date has not been set likely in early autumn.

Grant Miss Root Washington Ndythe Root Elihu Root Ulysses &. Grant Tlf Frederick Dent Grant Department of the East Grit

Thaw Denies Wife Plans Return to Stage

Harry K Thaw issues a signed statement from the Tombs refuting reports that his wife plans to return to the stage. He calls the story false, suggesting it aims to damage her character and injure them both for cowardly reasons.

New York Harry K. Thaw

Philadelphia Firm Falls to Receiver in Court Action

Edward Gilbert & Co., a major building and contracting firm based in Norfolk, Virginia, has been placed in the hands of a receiver by the Common Pleas Court of Philadelphia. The action affects a leading regional contractor with extensive operations.

Philadelphia Falls Edward Gilbert & Co Norfolk Common Pleas Court of Philadelphia

Daily Journal Delivery Across City At 100 Per Week

The Daily Journal offers home delivery to any part of the city for 100 a week. Subscribers can receive the newspaper at their address with weekly billing.

The Daily Journal the Daily Journal Journal

Humphreys A AU Fever Conventions and Cures

Product claim list of diseases and ailments including lung fever distemper worms colic dysentery and kidney and bladder disorders. Mentions free book mailed and various remedies advertised with strong promotional tone and authority claims.

Canal Springs Aleak Narrow Escapes In Syracuse

A canal aqueduct arch near Syracuse collapses sending four canal boats into Onondaga Creek. Boats and cargoes are lost, two women and a child saved, and a bridge wall damaged. Flood danger subsides after water is drained. traffic halted for days.

Syracuse Onondaga Creek Empire Flouring Bartels and Greenway Breweries Peter J. Réler Black River Fred Race Henry Race Standard Mil Company Goodelle J. J. Bailey F. Davenport Frank G. Fout New York Watkins Fout Thomas Wheeler Onondaga Lake

Indianapolis Hero Dies After Saving Bathers at Kenny's Bluff

Earle Irgen of Indianapolis drowned while rescuing four companions swept by a strong undercurrent near Kenny's Bluff harbor. He and the party had crossed the bay in a small boat and entered the water unaware of dangers. Irgen assisted each man to shore before collapsing and losing his life.

Cylon Earle Irgen Indianapolis Ind United States Irwen Kenny's Bluff Hey Irven

Pettus Funeral Held in Selma After Pettus Death

The funeral of United States Senator Ed Mund W Pettus was held in Selma after his death Saturday at Hot Springs North Carolina. Interment was in Live Oak cemetery where Senator John T Morgan was buried less than two months earlier. The ceremony accorded the greatest honors ever paid an Alabama citizen.

Selina Ala United States Edmund W. Pettus Hot Springs N. C Live Oak Cemetery John T. Morgan Pettus

Georgia House adopts Hardman Covington prohibition bill

In Atlanta on July 81 the Georgia senate approved the Hardman Covington prohibition measure and the house adopted it by a large vote. Two amendments added by the house will require the bill to return to the senate for concurrence.

Atlanta Georgia Senate House

Wisconsin appoints Goggins to railway rate commission

Bernard Goggins of Madison appointed by Governor Davidson to succeed John Barnes on the state railway commission. Barnes, chairman, resigns immediately after the legislature passes a 2 cent railway rate bill.

Madison Wis Bernard &. Goggins Davidson Railway Rate Commission John Barnes Barnes State Railway Commission Wisconsin Regislature

DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Promote Quick Relief

The best remedy for backache weak kidneys and bladder inflammation is DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills. Their action is prompt and sure. A weeks treatment costs 25 cents. Sold by Wm F Jungkunz druggist 85 Stephenson Street.

DeWitt Wm. F. Jungkunz Stephneson Street

Local Piano Tuner and Teacher Advertised Services

J Burdett a piano tuner takes orders at Brown and Dollmeyer’s or by phone. Harriet M Burbank offers piano instruction at Grove Street location.

J. Burdett Brown & Dollmeyer Harriet M. Burbank Studin Au Grove St. S

The Daily Journal Delivers Citywide Newspapers for One Week

The Daily Journal offers citywide delivery for one week at a flat rate, distributing newspapers to all neighborhoods and ensuring access for every reader. Subscriptions or single-copy options are available with home delivery or pickup points.

Glycerine in Dr. Pierce’s Medicines Promotes Healing

The glycerine in Golden Medical Discovery boosts medicinal root extracts and surpasses alcohol in solution. It aids Black Cherry bark, Bloodroot, Golden Seal, Stone root, and Queda h’s root in treating lingering coughs and bronchial issues. It also supports nourishment in wasting conditions and claims to purify blood and heal sores. Send for a free booklet. no alcohol is used.

Pierce Finley Ellingwood Bennett Med. College Chicago Golden Medical Discovery R. V. Pierce Buffalo, N. Y

Idols for India in a landscape of gods and farmers

The article surveys India's vast population of over 300 million Hindus Muslims and others with agriculture as the core livelihood. It describes widespread village deities guardians spirits and temple crafts tied to farm life and monsoon fortunes, noting foreign trade in religious items and varied regional beliefs.

Hindustan India Himalayas Cape Comorin Calcutta Birmingham Philadelphia Eyvery South India Mariamman New York Times

Teavy Drinkers Benefit From Water Health Rule

A medical note from W. R. Cc. Latson M. D. states heavy drinkers remain healthy when their excess liquid intake is limited to water, emphasizing hydration discipline over other beverages. The quotation suggests a humorous paradox about moderation and health in drinking habits.

W. R. Cc. Latson, M. D

Freeport Testimony Supports Doan's Kidney Pills

Freeport residents testify to lasting relief from kidney and back trouble after using Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs. Elias Church describes severe pains and fatigue before cure, then reports a full recovery and ten years without symptoms. The statement, dated 1897 and reaffirmed in 1907, extols lasting benefits with price and agent details.

Freeport Doan Elias Church Spring St United States

Taft Foraker Fight Over Ohio Gop Endorsement

In Columbus Ohio the Republican state central committee indorsed Secretary Taft’s candidacy for president by a 11 to 6 vote, opposing elimination of the Foraker faction. Foraker dissented openly, losing one vote as A W McDonald broke with Foraker on the final ballot. Chairman Brown’s ruling on the meeting order was sustained 12 to 7 amid high party tension.

Taft Republican State Central Committee Foraker Ohio A.W. McDonald Nell House Overturf B. McCoy Brown McCoy Hamilton County

Ohio Republicans Defeat Motion to Adjourn on Foraker Dick Resolution

Ohio Republican committee votes 46 to 5 to back an amended resolution opposing the elimination of Senators Foraker and Dick from public life. The amendment passes 11 to 10 with Phipps proposing it and Taft supporters backing the stance to reassure Taft backing in the next national convention. Senator Foraker replies that he will not be bound by the action and will follow the state convention’s authority.

Ohio Foraker W. AL. Phipps Committeeeman Gould Tayes Phipps Taft AT. Vorys Taft Camp Aign Olfe Cinemouth Senate Foraker Republican State Committee

Death of Civil War Captain Witk in Wichita

Wichita mourns Capt J C Witk of Company P Twenty infantry found dead in bed. Born in Civil War days, he reportedly captured thirteen Confederates solo after the Appomattox era. He was 70 years old.

Wichita Kans J. C. Witk Twentiet Infantry Kink Kansas Congress Apne Creek Virginia Ele

Wireless towers contract for Alaska use awarded

The United States government has let a contract to United States Steel Corporation for transmission towers to be used for Wireless telegraph services in Alaska. Also notes Kodol digestive aid and vacation newspaper forwarding service with address changes by phone.

Uncle Sam's Wireless New York United States United States Steel Corporation Alaska

The Perfumed Lady And Odd Humorous Snippets

A collection of quirky quotes from periodicals such as Wortran's Fonte Companion Puck Browning's Magazine and Johnson. It features a pun filled exchange about a bridge game and a comic mishearing about digestion of feet while noting travel wisdom and manners across assorted humorous excerpts. It preserves the era flavor with brief wry lines.

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