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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1908

Page

5

Teachers Urged 10 Rest in Vacation

State Superintendent F G Blair urges teachers to take rest during summer break to avert nervous strain from daily contact with students. He contrasts outdoor labor with indoor teaching, warns of fatigue, and outlines vacation aims to restore health and sustain strong service to pupils. The piece also summarizes key school law points on duties, vacations, and district procedures.

F. G. Blair State Superintendent of Public Instruction The Educational Press Bulletin Sumer Board of Education

Medals for War Veterans Named for Col Lawler

Rockford reports Bronze medals of the late Col Thomas G Lawler will be given to Civil War veterans attending the Illinois state fair this fall. Every old soldier entering the state fair will receive a medal with Nevius post members also to be honored. A design will be prepared by artists and shown to friends before striking. A J Lovejoy of Roscoe helped win support for honoring the Rockford leader.

Rockford Thomas G. Lawler State Board of Agriculture Chicago Nevius Post Colonel Lawler A. J. Lovejoy Roscoe

Brewers Seek Stronger Saloon Reform At Milwaukee Meeting

Milwaukee June 5 The United States Brewers association plans its largest convention to date aiming to raise saloon standards and abolish dives. A new national group of 60 000 firms involved with liquor traffic will be formed to push reform and counter the prohibition movement. Committees will study liquor conditions nationwide and publish findings with literature on economic aspects and model license laws.

Milwaukee Wis United States Brewers’ Association

Secret societies opposed by German Baptist Brethren in Des Moines

I D Parker argued against secret orders at the opening session of the German Baptist Brethren bicentennial in Des Moines An address cited scripture to claim oaths and secret societies contradict church teaching The event marked the first celebration of Schwarzenau Brethren history with Andrew Hutchinson acting moderator and a dedicatory hymn composed for the bicentennial The standing committee from state districts planned to organize and elect leaders the following morning

Des Moines I. D. Parker Fair Grounds Parker Jesus Christ Schwarzenau Brethren Church Andrew Hutchinson Kansas I. J. Parker Charles Wesley Watt G. H. Holsinger Andrew Mack

Father Williams Indian Herb Tablets Offer Health Cure

Nothing compares to Father William's Indian Herb Tablets for liver kidney stomach and bowel complaints. It promotes liver action digesting food and regular bowel movement while cleansing kidneys purifying blood and restoring health. Priced at 20 cents with money back if not satisfied. Sold by C. P. Guenthe & Co. druggists at Galena avenue and street.

William C. P. Guenthe & Co Galena Avenue Galena Street

Low Round Trip Rates to Denver Colorado Springs and Pueblo

Low round trip rates to Denver, Colorado Springs and Pueblo via Chicago, Union Pacific and North Western Line. On sale daily June 1 to Sept 30 with return limit October 31. Two fast through trains daily, including the Colorado Special with one night to Denver. For booklets and full information contact any North Western Line ticket agent.

Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Chicago, Union Pacific & North Western Line Colorado North Western Line

Wanted 100 head of horses in Freeport

Mare price terms offered by Hayes and Kettle's livery. Matrice Falkenstein seeks to buy all kinds at highest market prices and will be in Freeport on Saturday, June 6.

People’s Cash United States Freeport People’s Cash Meat Market Galena Street Frank Howe Hayes & Kettle Matrice Falkenstein

Poultry Tribune to Move to Mt Morris Illinois

The Poultry Tribune will be printed and issued from Mt Morris Ill after years of publication in the area. Publisher R R Fisher founded the Tribune in 1895 and built a wide circulation across the United States Canada and Mexico. The move aims to cut costs and improve the publication with Mr Fisher keeping the current Wilcox Building address and editorial work here.

R. R. Fisher Mt. Morris Poultry Tribune Ill the Tribune United States Canada Mexico Fisher Wilcoxon Aulding The Tribune

Frank M. Sanders Named New Washburn College President

Dr. Frank M. Sanders born June 5 1861 in Jaffna Ceylon. He graduates Ripon College 1882 and taught in Jaffna College. He studied at Yale 1886 1889 then held Yale posts 1891 1901. Sanders heads Washburn after leading religious education bodies and archaeological societies.

Frank M. Sanders Plass Washburn College Topeka Kansas Batticotta Jaffna Ceylon Ripon College Wisconsin Jaffna College Yale Woolsey Divinity School Congregational Sunday School and Publication Society Sanders The Religious Educational Association American Oriental Society Society For Biblical Literature and Exegesis Archaeological Institute of America Egypt Exploration Fund

Mi-o-na Stomach Tablets Guarantee Ad for Indigestion

To the public Mi-o-na Stomach Tablets claim quick relief for indigestion and flatulence with a money back guarantee. A testimonial from Mrs. Brewer of Whiteland Indiana reports chronic stomach trouble ended after using Mi-o-na. Seller William F. Jungkunz promotes a 50 cent box with full refund if it does not cure.

Wm. F. Jungkunz

Woodmen Army to Meet in Peoria June 13

Official program shows Clerks' association of Modern Woodmen gathering in Peoria on June 13 morning, continuing sessions until Monday night. Anticipating the largest assembly yet, Gen John H Mitchell of Iowa Mich lists camp equipment bids including 1000 10x12 wall tents and 125 larger tents, 4000 cots, numerous camp chairs and tables.

Clerks’ Association Woodmen Peoria Army of Woodmen John H. Mitchell Iowa Mich

Electric Bitters Ad Praises Family Medicine

A testimonial from Frank Conlan of 436 Houston Street New York extols Electric Bitters as a grand family medicine for dyspepsia liver issues and overall vigor. The ad claims it regulates digestion purifies blood and strengthens the weak and debilitated. Sold under guarantee at Jos Enrnmert's drug store for 50 cents.

Frank Conlan Houston St New York Jos. Enrnmert

Address and subscription change notice for THE JOURNAL

The Journal announces summer mailings for subscribers leaving the city and offers frequent address changes. Readers must provide both old and new addresses, with notices sent to The Journal at 97 Chicago Street or by telephone.

Journal THE Chicago Street

Madam Brunswick Sails to 380 Chicago Street for One Week

At the request of many friends Madam Brunswick will be at 380 Chicago Street for one more week. The notice confirms a brief appearance and invites supporters to attend during the short stay at the listed location.

Brunswick Chicago St

Roller Skating Event at Rollaway Rink

Roller skating session scheduled for June 7 at Rollaway rink. Community消息 indicates opening for public skating with potential refreshments and music. Participants encouraged to arrive early for best skate length and safety briefing.

Rollaway Rink

Illinois Editors And Meet Officers Chosen

Champaign Ill June 4 The Illinois Press Association closed its meeting after officer elections President S K Strother Taylorville First vice president George W Hughes Clinton Second vice president George L Tipton Girard Third vice president G A Groden Ottawa Secretary J N Page Jerseyville Treasurer Eugene Plhote Milford A committee proposed a law to require state publication of session laws in weekly papers A junket to Danville to visit the soldiers home closed the program.

Champaign Ill Illinois Press Association S. K. Strother Courier Taylorville George W. Hughes Register Clinton George IL. Tipton Gazette Girard G. A. Crowden Fairdealer Ottawa J. N. Page Democrat Jerseyville Eugene Plhote Herald Milford Danville

Resolutions of Respect by Anchor Society Freeport Ill

Resolutions of sympathy adopted by the Anchor society of Freeport Illinois honor the memory of Brother Fred Lake macher. The group mourns the untimely death and extends deep sympathy to the bereaved family. They order their anchor draped in mourning for thirty days and copies sent to the family and recorded in society records. Committee Cras Pay Geo A Suaber W W Korfner.

Anchor Society of Freeport Ill Fred Lakemacher Anchor Society Cras. Pay Geo. A Suafer W. W. KorHner

Marmarth Lot Sale on Pacific Coast Extension

Another town lot sale by auction in Marmarth North Dakota on Thursday June 18 with prices from 100 to 500 dollars per lot Marmarth listed as first division point west of the Missouri River on the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Railway with five miles of track cement block factory a bank several stores and growing business activity Openings offered for brick and tile works stores and professionals. write F A Miller Chicago for details Also Blickensderfer Mfg Co Chicago will sell rebuilt typewriters No 7 35 No 6 17 50 with guarantee

Marmarth North Dakota Missouri River Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Narmarth F. A. Miller General Passenger Chicago

Are You Invited To The Jewelry Store Event

A historical appeal invites readers to view a store as a gift headquarters with a broad line of jewelry. It highlights moderate to expensive pieces for women and ornamental items for men, plus a wide range of useful articles ensuring suitable gift options.

Bengston

Pioneer voyage founded Scotland's first American colony

A historic note records Sir William Alexander sending a pioneer vessel to establish Scotland's first American settlement. It also marks 1829, a branch of the United States Mint established at St. Louis, and 1862 when Congress recognized Haiti and Liberia as independent states.

William Alexander Scotland America United States Mint St. Louis United States Congress Haiti Liberia

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Lawler State Fair Association Woodmen Army Illinois Pacific Coast Marmarth, N. D Blickensderfer Mfg. Co Emerick, Barrett Co Jewelers and Opticians Stephenson St Freeport, Jl Gen Fremont Galveston Washington Pretoria King Alfonso England Richard Croker Orby Highland Park Fine Watches Elgin Waltham H. S Rookwood Pottery At. Bengstons Stephenson Street Wiley & Wheat
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