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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1905
Page
2
An acknowledgment from the International Typenaphicon Union to the Freeport Journal commends the newspaper for employing union labor in its mechanical departments. The notice highlights labor integrity and collective bargaining support within the publication's operations.
Local society column lists numerous residents traveling to Chicago for business and leisure. Names include F W Lefcke Miss Sadie Curtis Jerome Rosenstiel and Mrs W H Irvin. Several others sail or travel to Hoboken Rockford Orangeville and Cambridge for schooling family visits and work.
The Freeport Juniors beat Hind Ward Juniors 16 to 12. A gun club shoot is planned tomorrow at Tayton's Park. A St. Phil hall card party funds the Orphans' home tomorrow afternoon. High school orchestra rehearsal at 7:80 tonight. all members to attend. Miss Tillie Bechtold and Miss Anna Burkhard assist in the county treasurer’s office in June. Daughters of Columbia hold a business meeting Friday June 2 at 2:30. Ladies’ Aid of First M. E. church invites all to supper Saturday June 2 from 5 to 8 at the church. Zoe Hea graduates in Evanston tonight. visit Fond du Lac on return. Eng Lutheran Ladies’ Aid called meeting Friday at 2:30 at Mrs. John Brandt’s home. members urged to attend.
Rheumatism backache and acid trouble are attributed to kidney disease. Hollister's Rocky Mountain Ten is advertised as reaching the root cause and curing when other remedies fail for 86 cents. Joseph Emimert.
The wedding of Miss Maude Hoyman daughter of Mr and Mrs George W Hoyman at 194 North Galena avenue to Dr J N Daly of Orangeville was held at high noon with Rev H Blosser officiating The couple depart for several western travels and will reside in Orangeville The ceremony was simple and attended by relatives only A linen shower party honored Miss Jessie Wirts with gifts of linen and a musical program followed by luncheon. Several local weddings are noted for the coming weeks with socials and parties preceding.
C J Divmaxy mayor appeals to readers of last evening JouRNAL asking for guidance on locating a park on Van Buren street and addressing concerns of harmed taxpayers. He explains his duty to compel residents to lay sidewalks to the established grade and signs his name.
The county court probate validates the last wills of Herman Schlegel of Erin and Michael Stinson of Rock Run. Schlegel leaves $800 to each daughter Mina Kuhlemeier and Bertha Milkemeier, $100 to daughter Anna Henry, a best house to daughter Fimilie, $1 to all claims, and remainder to executor William Schlegel. Stinson bequeaths real estate to son William, grandchildren Maggie and Nellie Fitzgerald receive $50 each at 18, and various church bequests totaling small sums, with remaining estate split between son Michael and daughters after payments to a Catholic archbishop and other listed beneficiaries.
A race horse special of ten cars loaded with California stables' best steeds moved east Tuesday night on the Illinois Central. From Omaha to Chicago, then to New York, the $600,000 lot was valued at about $6,000 per animal. Train crews reported rapid passage with minimal delays, routing through Fort Dodge to Freeport.
Last evening the A class of the Y M C A boys department held an indoor athletic meet in the Y M C A building. Events included Twenty-yard dash running broad grin long underswing continuous gruin changeable horse laugh shot put long-gear whistle flour grasp. Afterward the boys swam in the pool and enjoyed ice cream and cake. The socials are free membership privileges. Plans are for an all day picnic next Saturday near Seloto Mills at their summer headquarters.
Names of pupils with the highest averages at county schools are Lulu Smith Dakota 89, Lulu Lutz Lena 749, Lola Bender Kent 871-9, Gladys Smith Dakari 871-9, Harry Vaughn Winslow 864-0, Bessie Mill Lena 2-9. County graduation on June 2 at the high school building in Preport.
The Rev O L Moore pastor of the Baptist church at Harpersville N Y recounts suffering from a persistent cough after grip and sleepless nights. He credits Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds with curing his cough and saving him from a relapse. Joseph Mitts druggist offers a 60 cent and 1.00 dollar price with a guaranteed trial bottle free. Theodore Grove returns to Chicago after visiting the Koehler family.
Due to labor troubles the Innovation Soda Fountain cannot be installed before June. A small apparatus has been placed in Salt's store for use until the Taovarion arrives. American Soda Fountain Co. reports the temporary setup in the shop.
Mrs Hale offers steam bath and massage services at 111 Stephenson Buildings with manicure and chiropody options. A new plane white 979 s-17dte appears in the listing.
The life story of Elder Allen Boyer and his wife, aged 86 and 87, spans sixty five years of marriage. They settled in Lena township, watched prairie convert to farms, and reflected on hard early days with ox teams, crude tools, and distant Chicago markets. Their family grew to eleven children as prosperity arrived.
A long profile honors Allen Boyer and Leah Jorden Boyer. They settled in Freeport near the Ephington farm, built a pioneering homestead, and raised a large family while guiding the Brethren church. Elder Boyer served as deacon and minister, collects church histories, and keeps a famed timepiece and the Gospel Messenger archive.
Cleo Hoffman of Harper Washington recalls a seven year battle with chronic stomach and liver ailments finally cured by Electric Diners. She endorses the medicine and urges others to use it, noting a guarantee of the same relief. Sold by Joseph Emmert, druggist, with use instructions.
F. J. Burdett and Geo. RB Furneaure advertise piano tuning and repair services. T. S. Ryan at 87 Galena St offers tuning orders through Brown & Dollmeyers for repairs and umbrella services. Contact telephone white 636 for inquiries.
Freeport travels to Beloit today for three games as local fans flock to the Beloit grounds. Schneiberg will pitch for Freeport with Aiken starting for Beloit. The team returns home tomorrow for three more games, with Manager Malvel optimistic about a pennant push and changes including Behndberg and Bubser possible on upcoming dates.
In a fairgrounds afternoon game, Galena's team overwhelmed Freeport Burdetts 15 to 0. Galena's hitting, especially Friend's line drives, outpaced the visitors as Freeport failed to reach third base throughout.
The report notes Hare pitched two innings for Freeport in a practice game, with mixed success. O'Day and Barnett supported Galena, showing Hank could control the ball with strong backing. Despite uneven results, the scrimmage heightens anticipation for the Galena team and its upcoming encounter with a tougher foe.
The Young People’s society of Salem church prepares for a lecture titled Japan The Land Customs and People by Rev. F. C. Neitz Wednesday evening June 14. Neitz a former Naperville College professor and eight years Japan resident will bring informed, entertaining insights. Admission is fifteen cents for adults and ten cents for children under twelve.
An advertisement promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea for a beautiful complexion clear skin bright eyes and red lips. The offer claims superior health benefits with tablets priced at 83 cents each by Joseph Emmert.
This evening a preaching service commemorates the ascension of our Lord. Rev Casper Hass will preach the sermon. All Germans are cordially invited.
An old health ad describes disease germs entering via air and food and lodging in a weak stomach. It claims Mi-o-na strengthens digestion, neutralizes germs, and protects against headaches indigestion vertigo heartburn and appetite issues. The ad urges readers to try Mi-o-na with a guarantee from Win F B Jungkuné.
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