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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1908
Page
2
The Republican national committee opened hearings to settle 999 contested seats at the convention, with decisions crucial for the presidential nomination. Major F C Bryan heads southern arguments against Taft in disqualifying Black voters, as the panel to sit eight hours daily over more than two weeks.
Denver on June 2 reports cost at 550000 for a 12500 seat, climate controlled hall. The multipurpose structure, designed to transform into a large convention hall, includes a central stage and elevated rigging. Delegates and press seating arrangements are planned with 1005 seats in front and similar capacity behind, totaling about 1,005 in each section.
Senator La Fellette plans to leave Washington for his home today or tomorrow after discussing with friends. The decision on whether his name will be presented at the Chicago presidential convention remains unsettled.
Lincoln June 5 Willan J. Bryan responds to a New York World article alleging he led a campaign to obtain contributions. Bryan states the charge is unfounded and provides four statements to counter the accusation. The Associated Press release summarizes his replies and defends his integrity.
Ruat Bryan reiterates that if Ryan contributed funds it was without his knowledge or consent and vows to recover the donor’s money. He disputes The World’s charges about campaign finance links, confirming his open support for Judge Parker since the St Louis convention. A news item notes a race where Berrahild won a forty six mile distance with Shamrock and White Heather following.
Early returns indicate Joseph M. Brown leads Georgia Democratic governor primary by about 15,000 votes with estimates suggesting 15k to 25k. Brown backers claim larger margin, Governor Smith silent for now. Across eleven districts, incumbents expected to be renominated. Mawson may contest Livingston in the Fifth District. No contest for U.S. Senate seat. Clas favored.
Des Moines June a Judge Prouty predicted that either side may request a recount of Seventh district ballots. He stated the election of J ALT PR appears to have a slim majority of three on the returns.
A campaign note places New Jersey figures including Franklin Murphy and party organizers en route to Chicago for upcoming political events. The fragmentary item hints at Republican presidential interests and internal committee activity during the tour through Newark and surrounding areas.
In Milwaukee on June 5 Billy Papke and Stanley Wetehel fought a hard evenly matched bout at the Pip. Wetehel controlled the action from start to finish but Papke landed the decisive blow and the referees awarded the decision to Papke amid a crowd of spectators.
Thirty five ballot boxes from the university election of 655 were counted in court yesterday. The tally shows a net gain for Mettel an by five votes and Hearst up 14 votes, adjusting the overall results.
In South End England on June 5 the yacht Face from Huriyich to South Jeod defeated Lipton's new vessel amid a brisk coastal race. Spectators watched as the challenger's craft edged ahead through choppy seas near the jetty.
Antisaloon forces cheer as the high court refuses a rehearing in the John McBride local option affair. Decision cements the law on the state statute books, with advocates vowing further similar legislation. Separate notes report Julin C. Lathrop’s reappointment to the state board of charities and Moline chosen as next Owls meeting site with officers named.
The article advises gardeners to grade and level soil for even water distribution, enrich soil with well rotted manure, plow eight inches deep, remove stones, and sow a lawn mix of four parts Kentucky blue grass to one part white clover, with alternatives including redtop. It stresses pure seed, generous sowing, reseeding, and fall mulch practices, noting schubarb yields $35 to $40 per acre per month.
Brussels sprouts are a cabbage relative producing multiple edible heads along the stem. Sow outdoors early, transplant when three inches high, space rows, and water after moving. In mild climates leave in ground. in cold areas lift before freeze and store in cold frame or cellar. Sprouts taste good boiled or stewed with cream.
The article describes preplanting rhubarb, selecting Linnaeus roots for early tender plants that grow large and less acid, and methods for harvesting by bunching five to six stalks per bundle, securing ties, trimming leaves, and spacing rows six feet apart with plants four feet apart in-row, noting cultivation is the main ongoing work.
W J Green advises potato growers to start spraying vines when they reach six inches in height and to apply every ten days or two weeks. Rainy seasons require more frequent sprays since rain washes away spray and damp weather promotes disease.
The text asserts alfalfa needs dry or underdrained soil and warns that wet roots sting growth. It explains digging a four foot hole to find groundwater signals unsuitable conditions and cites the saying alfalfa will not grow with wet feet. The passage notes deep root seeking in old fields but warns against shallow water within four feet of the surface.
Great Falls Montana June 1 Willam Dempsey a rancher shot during the Montana and Great Northern hold up Saturday night has died of his injuries. The assailants were described as boy bandits.
At the national convention of the A. O. U. W. in Des Moines Iowa beginning June 6 a thousand candidates will be formed into the order during the gathering scheduled to start June 6.
A playful exchange shows Johnny and his father in a rural dialect rerouting. The boy protests heavy meals while dad urges proper eating for a long life, revealing regional speech and humor from a Chicago Tribune excerpt.
A scientist insists the message from Mars asks a single query about Earth. The line echoes debate among researchers as a St. Louis Republic piece notes the mystery and uncertainty surrounding the interplanetary communication.
Booker's line about sowing seeds contrasts with Kniecker's result oriented view in a New York Sun column. The snippet hints at economic or political outcomes driven by prior actions, with the seed catalogue metaphor suggesting planning and consequences.
A brief quotation from the Philadelphia Press contrasts debtors into two groups. One group would pay if able, the other could pay if willing, underscoring a moral distinction in debt repayment.
In a witty exchange a woman spots daggers from Howell and Powell replies hatpins or daggers. The quip frames clever weaponry in social conflict with sharp humor.
A Chicago News vignette quotes Lieutenant McFell on dangers of coastal warfare and a caution about fragile affections. The remark contrasts the risks of hugging the shore in war with courting in peacetime, framed as wartime humor.
Somerville Journal notes that a sour breakfast among business executives sets a tone for the day, while office boys must compensate with diligence to earn their salaries. The comment reflects workplace humor about routine meals and wage expectations.
A lighthearted item from Buphemian Magazine on cooperation and heads, contrasting proverb variants about more minds and foreheads.
A witty line asks what to call Mrs. Swiftley’s hair color. The reply suggests “fickle” as a fitting label, reflecting a light quote from the Denver News Times.
A Yonkers Statesman excerpt presents a brusque remark by a prince describing an heiress as money to burn and questions why he should not assist in a match, signaling a volatile stance on flamboyant wealth and provocation.
Misa Lida Bridges, known as the dream girl who slept four days last fall and woke with a vivid account of heaven, will wed Ralelewh Taylor, a local railroad man who stood by her side during her coma. She described rambling through groves and meadows, repeating conversations with her deceased grandfather and four brothers.
Chicago, June 4. Frank Stantey, 21, said to be wanted by Denver police on numerous burglaries and robberies, was arrested at Peck Place and State Street by detectives. He claims Bradford DP high school ties and wealthy parents. He reportedly confessed to more than twenty Denver burglaries.
A teenaged worker identified as Panea-Michwelling, age nineteen, reportedly fell about fifty feet into the Losville street station shaft. He was unconscious and rushed to Mercy Hospital after the Tilut Tunnel Company incident at TAIT Ridgeway Avenue.
Chieneo a-Crearge Siler collapsed after a boxing match being held on State street with a stroke described as the worst he ever had though his condition later improved. No further details on event or affiliations are provided.
Campaign notes from Danville showing Speaker Cannon avoiding publication of details. Local friends report tame arrival and muted public statements as he discusses the political situation and recent doings, with no firm disclosures provided.
The Mississippi River rises rapidly as high water nears the town. Local reports indicate extensive damage across Murphysboro County from the floodwaters, with widespread impact on homes roads and farms and calls for relief efforts.
Pineules advertised as a 30 days trial for one dollar with a guaranteed relief in the first dose. They claim to act directly on the kidneys and relieve backache and rheumatic pains while purifying the blood and invigorating the system. Sold by H. J. Moogh and C. P. Guenther.
Local notices announce a big July Fourth celebration running July 8 to 13 with events downtown. J Burdett, noted piano tuner, has orders placed through Brownd and Dollmeyer at Leqbee. Authorities urge residents to join in the festivities and support vendors and performers.
A granddaughter of General Greene recounts Eli Whitney testing the cotton gin at Dungeness. The model jammed until Mrs. Greene used a clothesbrush on the saws, prompting Whitney to declare the invention perfected in grateful awe.
A Berlin paper notes the profile statue of Schiller by Thr uitun Matzen, to be erected in Cleveland by German citizens, has been completed in Berlin. The poet is depicted seated in an armchair, with remarks on how German immigrants adopt American life while remaining loyal to German poetry and heritage.
An advertising notice claims piles surgery may be unnecessary when using ManZan Pile Remedy priced at 60 cents. It notes sales by H. J. Moogk and C. P. Guenth er.
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