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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1908
Page
4
The Freeport Journal is awarded the Typographical Union label recognizing use of union labor in its mechanical department.
Louis H. Burrell announces candidacy for Republican nomination for State's Attorney of Stephenson County. Primary set for Saturday August 8. Roscoe J. Carnahan also seeks Republican nomination. Support from Republicans urged.
W A Wieman and W A Stevensen announce their candidacy for Circuit Clerk of Stephenson County subject to Republican primary results on August 8 1908. Both seek the GOP endorsement and place in the upcoming election.
William W. Krape announces candidacy for Republican nomination for state senator in the Twelfth district comprising Stephenson Jo Daviess and Carroll counties. He notes the August primary date and signs as J C McKenzie from Freeport in the district.
Stephen Rigney of Red Oak Illinois declares his run for the Illinois General Assembly as a representative for the 12th senatorial district comprising Carroll JoD? and Stephenson counties and asks Republican voters for support at the August primaries. The note also references T H Hollister of Freeport and August 8 1908.
J Ishaffer declares candidacy for the Republican nomination for the legislature from the 2nd Senatorial District. The statement presents the candidate’s name and affiliation and notes intent to seek the seat.
Exevisior Lodge No 7 A F and A M meets 1st and 3rd Friday monthly with M M work on Friday June 5. Evergreen Lodge No 170 A F and A M meets 1st and 3rd Monday. Freeport Chapter No 23 A A M holds stated convocation 1st and 8th Tuesday. Freeport Council No 89 R and S M holds stated communication 8th Tuesday. Freeport Commandery No 7 KT holds stated conclave 1st and 8th Wednesday. Annual election Wednesday June 3. a lddly.
A long list of residents and visitors frequent Freeport today with business calls and social visits. Notable names include F. M. Gund in Chicago, Miss KE P Corning in Chicago, A C Hershey of Moline, J M Welch of Rock Island, W L Beals to Chicago, Mrs A Wilson of Red Oak, and William Penn of Des Moines with Rawleigh agents. Several others travel to St Paul, Bloomington, Rockford, and Washington.
Lester M. Nelson of Naples Maine writes that Dr Kings New Discovery saved his life after years of use for coughs and colds. He praises it as a reliable remedy for throat and lung complaints and would not be without a bottle. The preparation has stood at the head of throat and lung remedies for forty years being a preventive of pneumonia and healer of weak lungs. Sold with guarantee at Jos Emmerts drug store inc for 1.00 trial bottle free.
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Freeport hammered Rockford 9 to 0 as pennant raises sparked a festive crowd of over a thousand. La Crosse edged Madison 5 to 4. Wausau beat Green Bay 9 to 1. Oshkosh topped Fond du Lac. Rockford faced a rough day with pitching woes and errors.
The Rockford Star recalls a legendary American Association lineup led by Snyder Thornton Horton Kreig Ace Stewart Flaherty Holland Wisner McBride Kling that won twenty two straight games. Flaherty, now a Wisconsin Illinois league umpire, reminisces about Rockford and vows to attend Friday, praising the club’s past charm and Paddy Whack’s fielding and leadership.
Chicago June 3 report lists National League standings, scores, and game details. Philadelphia and Brooklyn tied 7 7. New York defeated Boston 3 0. Pittsburgh beat Chicago 12 2. Batters included Will, Leever, Gibson, Rumgren, Brown. News notes hits, errors, and batteries across venues.
Lena Hl June 3 The Lena High School Senior class graduation program lists speakers solos and musical selections for Class Day The event at the Baptist church includes Invocations salutatories and a variety of performances by Irene Shearer Irene Erb Marie Crotzer and others with Rev F Bahr and Rev H M Bannen to deliver remarks during Commencement Day events on Friday evening
Some Rockford druggists plan to require customers buying liquor to sign labels stating they are not minors and that the purchase is for legitimate purposes. Copies will be kept on file and labels placed on bottles as witnesses to deter improper use and protect the retailers.
Mr and Mrs R C C Smedley will leave in the morning for Bloomington to attend the dedication of the new 100000 dollar Y M C A building on Sunday. From there they will go to Clinton Illinois to make arrangements for moving to that city on July 1.
A. K. Battin left this morning for Rockton to inspect Ho-No-Ne-Gat park with the aim of establishing a boys camp there this summer.
Dyspepsia and indigestion and a range of ailments are claimed to be quickly relieved and permanently cured by Father William's Indian Herb Tablets. The ad asserts actions on liver and digestive organs, promotes digestion, and offers a money back guarantee. For sale by C. P. Guenther & Co. at the Galena avenue and street corner.
Maurice Falkenstein announces a sale listing one hundred horses to be bought by Hayes and Kettle’s livery. He will attend in Freeport on Saturday June 1 offering to purchase all types at top market prices. The notice urges interested sellers to call or meet.
Samuel S Wilson a Civil War veteran and Freeport resident died at his home 35 Madison street at 2 30 PM Tuesday after a stroke earlier that morning He enlisted in Co C 71st Ohio Volunteer Infantry serving three years and later worked as a medical goods salesman for Rawleigh and Furst McNess He was twice married and affiliated with Evergreen Masonic lodge He survives four sons two daughters and several relatives with services to be held in Elvaston Illinois.
Five hundred homing pigeons released in Freeport headed for Milwaukee despite a cold northwest wind and overcast skies. The first arrival at 10 58 85 a m near Keyoth and Schmidt established a record of 826 26 yards per minute, with several hens and caged racers listed among top performers and others returning days later.
At First Baptist a service tomorrow night will hear and act on a report about May anniversaries and the Northern Baptist convention in Oklahoma City. Mr A F Williams will read the report, noting the event’s strong impact on northern Baptists and missionary work. Refreshments will follow.
The document lists assessed items and values for Rock Run including engines, safes, carriages, watches, melodeons, pianos, merchandise, machinery, agricultural tools, pinte ware, and household furniture. It shows totals and on hand values with figures such as 8104, 84,470.00, 2,200.00 and 1,781,045.00.
Former Governor Yates will address a Savanna gathering in the evening of June as part of a speaking event. Local residents are invited to hear his remarks on state affairs and public policy.
B F Ayscue of Ingleside North Carolina says after 16 years of chronic indigestion and spending over two hundred dollars nothing helped like Dr King’s New Life Pills. The drug is sold under guarantee at Jos Emmert’s drug store for 25 cents.
A regular meeting of the Modern Brotherhood of America will be held at K. G. hall on Thursday evening June 4. All members are urged to attend as important business will be transacted. By Order of the President.
Lena June 8 A pleasant Phi dian Art club meeting at Mrs G M Holley with Hon A M Drew of Fresno California delivering a practical talk on The Effect of Present Home Life on the Children of the Future A round table followed with views. Officers elected for the coming year President Mrs E G Allinson Vice President Miss Mary Crotzer Recording Secretary Miss Luella Buss Corresponding Secretary Miss Amy Snider Treasurer Miss Diggs Remarks note illness of Miss Naramore may limit future attendance. Several local residents noted including Peter Seise Jr Nellie Snider Rev and Mrs H J Martin Mrsenda Wingart Millie Seyler F A Latham G M Holley and others. John Richart and Blanche arrive from Kingsell NC for a visit. Mrs Miles White a Freeport passenger.
Mr. Frank Conlan of 436 Houston St New York extols Electric Bitters as a grand family medicine for dyspepsia liver issues and general debility. The tonic purifies the blood regulates digestion and restores vigor for both sexes, sold under guarantee at Jos Emmert's drug store for 50 cents.
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