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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1905

Page

5

Developments in Equitable Scandal Awaited With Keen Interest

Reports from New York describe heightened excitement in financial circles over yesterday's Equitable Life Assurance Society developments. Readers expect the next move to influence the case. President Alexander and Vice President Hyde reportedly met and agreed to act together in equitable affairs, signaling possible resolution of differences.

Equitable New York Equitable Life Assurance Society Alexander Hyde

Russian Fleet Arrives in Manila Bay After Battle

Special report from Manila notes Rear Admiral Enquist leading heavy cruiser squadron aboard Aurora with Onega and Jemtebug. Vessels damaged, many wounded. State department says three Russian ships may be interned for the war’s duration. Earthquake in Hiroshima Province kills six, wounds seventy nine. Gazettes estimate Russia’s Sea of Japan losses at 73.6 million dollars.

Manila Enquist Delock Aurora Oneg Jemtebug Washivaron State Department Yokio Hiroshima Rojestvensky Io Orel Sr. Prermisnura the Gazette Russia Sea of Japan

Mac Stewart Free as Air in Mexico Trial Reversal

Mac Stewart, the American long confined and once condemned to death, was released today in Carenlaria Mexico. He will travel to Texas where he is welcomed as a hero. Stewart is noted as the first condemned in the southern republic to avoid execution.

Carenlaria Mexico Jane Mac Stewart Alfred Dreyfus France Texas

A Drama of the Cross in Oberammergau Opens Tomorrow

The Passion Play in Oberammergau, famed for its long history, starts tomorrow and runs through September. Tourists from around the world have gathered to witness this native production.

Oberammergau

Former Congressman Samuel W. Moulton Dies at Shelbyville Home

Former Congressman Samuel W. Moulton died at his Shelbyville home on June 3, 20XX. The Illinois Union special report notes his long service, noting his congressional tenure and impact on local affairs.

Sprinarreno

To Dangle at End of Rope June 23 Currence

Special report notes Johann Hoch will hang June in a case linked to blueguard rumors and legal dates, with June 23 referenced as a potential execution or sentencing milestone.

Johann Hoch

Weather Forecast for Cureaco June Thirty Eight

Increasing cloudiness tonight, warmer in the west and north. Sunday probably showers in those areas.

Cureaco

Mad Chase for Health Ends in Quick Relief

Millions rush from fad to fad in a bid for health. The ad urges eating good food and keeping bowels regular with Dr King’s New Life Pills. It promises prompt relief for dyspepsia and stomach trouble and notes the product costs 25 cents at Joseph Emmert's drug store with a guarantee.

Dr. King Hyer Joseph Emmert

Explosion kills man in Dixon blows body to pieces

Freeport man reports a fatal blast outside a Dixon residence last night. The body was scattered across streets and yards with a severed backbone found on a porch. The coroner investigates but no identity is established. clothing bears Frome & Taylor Delavan MN.

Freeport Dixon Nachusa House Sixth Street Ottawa Avenue Jacob Baukrapp Bauwkrapp Lee County Frome & Taylor Delavan

Mayor Backs Macadamizing West Street Question

Mayor Dittmar supports a petition to macadamize the southern portion of West street from Empire street to Lincoln avenue school. The move, backed by highways commissioners and Florence township, aims to ease travel for Silver Creek residents and merchants, who say the mud hampers spring business and raises costs.

West Street Dittmar Commissioners of Highways Florence Township Empire Street Lincoln Avenue School Silver Creek Florence Journal

News of Day Tersely Told

George Nagel of Hieroy was fined and costs for drunkenness after a hearing before Magistrate Bentley. He entertained officers with German repartee. John Dobson, formerly a painter, was fined $200 and sentenced to ten days in jail for abducting a young girl named Taviop. the girl’s father approved of the suit and warrants led to Rockford custody.

George Nagel Hieroy Bentley

Odd Fellows and Rebekahs Proclaim June Decoration Day

Grand Master Lucus of THinois, grand lodge of J O O F, calls all lodges to observe June 18 as Decoration Day or closest date to honor deceased brethren and wives. Regalia may be worn.

Lucus Thinois Lodges Odd Fellows and Rebekahs

Violin Recital by Ed wards Pupils at Conservatory

The violin pupils of Ray G Ed wards will present a free recital at the Conservatory of Music this evening. The program, showcasing nine months of study on the so called king of instruments, invites all interested. In other news, L Buonini Son received an electric cotton candy machine this morning. The device heats moisture sugar and dispenses it as cottony candy.

Ray G. Edwards Conservatory of Music L. Buonini & Son

Parents Day at Baptist Church Honors Children and Parents

Sunday June 11 is observed as Children's day and tomorrow is devoted to the parents at the Baptist Church. A special sermon will discuss the relation of the fehil to the church. All fathers and mothers are welcome to attend this service.

The Baptist Church

New Violin Piano Composition Love Song by Ray G Edwards

A copy of a new violin and piano work titled Love Song by Ray G Edwards has arrived at this office. Published in Chicago, the composer reports strong advance orders during its press run.

Ray G. Edwards Chicago Il Press

Revival Meetings Begin at Trinity Church with Miss May Phillips

Miss May Phillips, the lady evangelist, has arrived in Trinity and will start a series of revival meetings at Trinity Church tomorrow evening. Services will be held each evening throughout the week. Her previous efforts have been notably successful. Come and hear her.

Trinity May Phillips Lady Evangelist Trinity Church

Real Estate Transfers and Local Notices

Real estate transfers include Sylvia A. Vinton selling part of block 68 to Charles A. Mengedohd for 2050 dollars and George A. Young purchasing from John Schiller lots 29 and 30 in block 4 West Freeport for 800 dollars. Knights of Pythias Freeport lodge 452 to meet Monday for business and work, all members urged to attend. visiting knights welcome. Circuit Court opens Monday for June term under Judge Farrand. grand jury to report then and petit jury a week later. Culture Club hosted an autumn banquet at Mr and Mrs David Graham’s residence last evening. Licensed to wed Paul F. E. Rank and Ella M. Henzman on June 4. Ada Williams accepts a position at I. Buonini & Son’s. A meat market reopens Monday morning June 4 with fresh and salt meat. no groceries for ten days due to loss of stock and building damage. Labor troubles delay Innovation soda fountain installation at Salt’s Chocolate Shop. a small apparatus placed in their store until arrival.

Sylvia A. Vinton Charles A. Mengedohd George A. Young John Schiller West Freeport Knights of Pythias Freeport Lodge No Kero W. Tsang Salt Amerivan Soda Pounnvals Cos Aeluly

Farm Mortgage Loans For Investment

During a Northwest trip I secured select farm mortgage loans offered for sale. I will show available loans to idle funds and invite investment. Farm mortgage loans are a specialty of my business, with years of connections to secure more to replace what I dispose of, for reasonable remuneration.

Northwest

Center Street School Name Adopted by Board

The Board of Education met at the public library last evening. President Bergman chaired as all members were present. After routine business the erection details were discussed and the Third ward building naming approved. The Center Street school name will be inscribed on the tablet and janitors for the year were re elected.

Board of Education Public Library Bergman Committee On Third Ward Center Street

Illinois D A R Ends Ninth Conference in Monmouth

The Illinois Daughters of the American Revolution closed their ninth annual conference at Monmouth. Members approved $74 for a Continental Memorial hat and $325 for preserving Fort Massac. Election results named State Secretary Mrs. Robert W. Colville of Galesburg, Treasurer Mrs. H. M. Dickie of Bunker Hill, and State Historian Mrs. Julia Dunn of Moline.

Monmouth St. Monmouth Tih Illinois Daughters of the American Revolution Old Fort Massac Robert W. Colville Galesburg H. M. Dickie Bunker Hill Julia Dunn Moline

Closing Market Quotes From Chicago Board of Trade

June 3 market report shows July wheat at 34 3/4, May corn at 41 9/5, May oats at 30 0, May pork at 12.60, January ribs 7.32, January lard 7.27 40. Cattle steady near 5.00 to 6.40, stockers 2.75 to 6.10, hogs 15,000 shade lower with mixed butchers 3.16 to 6.37, good to choice heavy 5.0 to 6.75, rough heavy 4.60 to 6.6, light 5.20 to 4.37, sheep steady near 3.50 to 4.00.

Cuicago Board of Trade Cnicago Union Stock Yards

Wreck of the H M Carter No Lives Lost

It was ascertained that no lives were lost in the wrecking of the steamer H M Carter at Alexandria last night. The Rockford Interurban company plans an excursion to Harlem Park in Rockford on Tuesday June 6 with round trip tickets at seventy cents. A good program is advertised in another column of the Journal.

New Orbeans H. M. Carter Alexandria Rockford & Interurban Company Harlem Park Rockford Journal

White Hats for Graduation Display at Miss St Brink's

All hats for graduation and other occasions are now on display at Miss St Brink's located at 151 Galena Street. The shop invites shoppers to browse the selection and find suitable headwear for upcoming events.

Miss St. Brink's Galena St

Fragmentary Street Scene Notices on Steplenson Street

A jagged OCR fragment describes a Steplenson Street location with black silk jackets, turned collars, and cuts. Mentions a shrine pillar, a white shrine pillar, and a return to office. References Devotion day and a round brogich with Orillia and thytidae. Returns to Vis omen, 8 30 lw.

Steplenson Reer Staal

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