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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1906
Page
4
Where is Kid Bootblack Now Seen No More
In Freeport the once familiar street bootblack has faded away after nearly two years. Greeks have entered the trade with weathered stands lit by electric lights, plush interiors, and mirrors, forcing licenses and higher costs. School laws and urban progress push bootblacks from corners to the stands as adults replace youths, yet the gleam of “Shine or polish” endures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allén
Springfield Journal
Freeport
Boothblacks
Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea Claims Broad Cures
A historical ad notes more than half a million officials and professionals, farmers and stockmen cured by Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea or Tablets sold for 385 cents. The brief promotion credits Joseph Emmert as the source or distributor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Joseph Emmert
Erfert Heads K T Freeport Commandery Officers
Walter B. Erfert was elected Eminent Commander for the Freeport Commandery No 7 Knights Templar. Chas C Wolf and Chas EF Knecht were named Generalissimo and Captain General, with Fred B Albright Senior Warden and Frank F Rogers Junior Warden. W W Lott was Recorder and Dr J M Saucerman Treasurer. Officers to be installed June 20. The treasurer reported sound finances and Pierson praised the commandery’s high efficiency. membership stood at 216.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport Commandery
Knights Templar
Stuart FE. Pierson
Carrolton, Ill
Walter B. Erfert
Frank F. Rogers
Recorder
W. W. Lott
J. M. Saucerman
Pierson
Theosophical Society Exiles Leadbeater in London Conference
Chicago Theosophical members accuse leader Charles W Leadbeater of teaching children secretly to avoid marriage. The London conference expelled him after a May 16 meeting with British French and American delegates. Local group gathered at the Athenaeum to hear the outcome and anticipate further discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
The
Theosophical Society
Last
Charles W. Leadbeater
London
Atheneum Building
Leadbeater
Masonic Temple Praised as Finest Meeting Place in State
The ceremony lauded the beautiful Masonic temple as the best venue for lodge activities in the state. A banquet followed at the Troy restaurant, completing the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troy
Lena Budget Picnic Draws Lenaites in Freeport
Lena June 7 large gathering includes Lenaites and Modern Woodmen at a Freeport picnic led by the Lena band. May Harbach visited Warren yesterday. Alma Sandrock went to Freeport. Mrs. John Chambers of Chicago guests of A How ard family. Rev H Martin of Rockford to preach at the Methodist church. Station Agent Stanchfield ordered by Illinois Central to remove warehouse east of the new elevator. Ralph White ill at home. Mrs A S King and daughters from Pueblo Colo guests of J D Hinds. Mesdames Carrie Wise and Douglas Bradley of Rock Grove visiting H P Fitzgerald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lena
Freeport
May. Harbach
Warren
Alma Sandrock
John Chambers
Chicago
A. Howard
H. . Martin
Rockford
Stanchfield
Ilinois Central Company
Ralph White
Personal Record highlights city visitors and travels
George Shaker Brown was in Rockford last evening. Warren residents Mrs. Peter Rau and family visited Ellen Rau and Susan Reardon. Amy Conner returned to Olney after attending a wedding. Miss Nellie James visited De Kalb. Dairy expert W S Fraser of Champaign appeared in town. Texarkana milliner Jessie Smith returned home. Several locals joined Boston trip for Christian Scientists meeting. Alderman Louis McGovern returned from Memphis after locomotive engineers meeting. W P B Landon of Rochelle registered at Brewster House and announced a Republican bid against Lowden. Fireman Edward Nolan leaves tomorrow for 20 days vacation. William Reiger returns from lengthy Nebraska and Iowa trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susan Reardon
Vada
Frances
Warren
Amy Conner
Olney
Conner-Clutter
Nellie James
de Kalb
W.sj. Fraser
Champaign
The
State University
Jessie Smith
Texarkana
Ark
Emma
Isabel Fry
Landon
Congress
Frank O. Lowden
Edward Nolan
Fire Department No
History and growth of the Modern Wooden of America features
Readers can explore an outline of the Modern Wooden of America history and development with features highlighted on page We, detailing origins, progress, and notable milestones. The brief signals emphasis on structural evolution and key historical markers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Early cabbage tomato and celery plans at Burchard garden
In West Freeport at Burchard's garden, plans for cabbage tomato and celery are underway. Local gardener outlines crop aims, noting varieties and expected yields for the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burchard's Garden
West Freeport
Leadbeater's Chicago visit sparks marriage crusade claim
Report says Leadbeater prepared a defense for a society he joined during a six month Chicago stay two years ago. He allegedly preached against marriage to reduce births, attracting friendly families before shifting to a secrecy driven campaign. Members expect him to defend himself and review affidavits cited in his downfall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leadbeater
Chicago
Leadhbeater
New Scenery Planned for St. Pius Hall
Merrill and Stone of New York will install a full scenery set at St. Pius hall in a week to ten days. A lavish drop curtain and unusually high quality scenery will be provided. Mr. Merrill is an accomplished artist whose work at St. Pius hall reflects notable talent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St.§j Pius Hall
Merrill & Stone Company
New York
St. Pius Hall
Merrill
Guild Dance at Lexington Hall Delights Guests
St. Margaret's Guild hosted a large dancing party at Lexington hall last evening. Gibler's orchestra provided music and, despite warm weather, guests spent a pleasant night enjoying the entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Margaret's Guild
Lexington Hall
Gibler’s
Eau Claire Baseball Team Arrives With New First Baseman
The Eau Claire squad arrived yesterday afternoon with Bulkwalter, former Beloit catcher, joining the lineup at first base. Scott will likely pitch for Eau Claire and Mohr for Beloit. A strong matchup is expected and the game will start at 8:30 p m on weekdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eau Claire
Bulkwalter
Beloit
Bau Claire
Slab
Scott
Mohr
Not Enough Hits in Local Baseball Shocker
The Oshkosh Northwestern recalls a La Crosse vs Freeport game tied to a 1 0 La Crosse lead. It quotes a La Crosse reporter saying Freeport was fortunate in not getting enough hits and jokes about treatment for the team’s hitting weakness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oshkosh Northwestern
la Crosse
Freeport
Schneiberg
A Crosse
O'Rourke
The Student King shines at Studebaker Theatre Chicago
Chicago theatregoers applaud The Student King, a DeKoven-Ranken-Stange opera staged by Henry W. Savage at Studebaker Theatre. Raymond Hitchcock as King Rudolph entertains, Lina Abarbanell impresses, and the ensemble delivers strong singing, vivid costumes, and lively pace. Ticket prices stay 50 cents to 1.50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Studebaker Theatre
Chicago
Henry W. Savage
Studebaker
Raymond Hitchcock
King Rudolph
Bohemia
Lina Abarbanell
King
New Life Pills Promise Gentle Regulation of Bowels
An alarming situation arises from neglected clogged bowels and torpid liver until chronic constipation. Dr. King's New Life Pills are touted as the best and gentlest regulators of stomach and bowels, guaranteed by Jos. Emmert, druggist, at 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Jos. Emmert
Big bargain in young man’s gold field watch sale
A young man’s gold filled watch, size 12, priced at 12.50 dollars, offered by A. W. Posdse Sone ow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Posdse Sone
Coming events in the city this week
Partial notices list several local gatherings. The Hagenbeck diving show is set for Taylor Avenue on June 2. A High School Alumni Association banquet is scheduled at Masonite temple on June 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mardarot
Wisconsin Plante
Hagenbeck
Taylor Avenue
al Ys
Masonite Temple
Lichtenbarger & Son Acquire Katzemeier Market
The public is notified that the meat market at 126 Galena Street known as Katzemeier and Metz has been purchased by Lichtenbarger and Son. George Lichtenberger, with fifty years serving Freeport, guarantees high quality salted smoked meats and asks old customers to continue patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto Schubert
Katzemeier & Metz
Galena Street
George Lichtenberger
Freeport
GroroGr Lichtenbarger & Son
Galena St
Midsummer hat sale at Miss Summers shop
Reading the Journal want column reveals a midsummer reduction sale at Miss Summers' hat shop, located at 108 Stephenson Street, offering stylish headwear at bargain prices.
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Stephenson St
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