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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1908
Page
3
Omaha reports list at least twenty two known dead with twenty five possible, and many injured after a severe tornado in southern Nebraska. Homes destroyed, stock wiped out, crops ruined as four counties feel the storm from Byron to Riverston and into Kansas.
A tornado struck Charles City Iowa June 8 demolishing about 200 residences and barns. W R Beck and a child were killed, three children reported missing. The storm path was about ten rods wide and ten miles long with many stock killed and 3,000 people seeking shelter in cellars. No business buildings were destroyed, but barns were lifted blocks away and trees uprooted.
In Silverton Colorado on June 8 six men are dead and eight others in dangerous condition from poisoning by foul air at the Gold Wine mine near Gladstone six miles from town. The mine shaft house and engine room burned trapping three men who did not escape. Rescue parties went below with several escapes from further danger. Named dead include Peter McMini Rey Coburn and Alex Johnson with others listed in the report.
Alarty Jacobs reports a fractured stud, Mia identified as a woman found dead, George W. Green from Washington, Montana writer notes unprecedented flood in Mis sound river valley. Five lives lost, farms and railroads damaged. dead include Mr and Mrs Gentry near Cascade, William McFadyean of Powers ranch, and two Dick children in the Missouri bottom.
Kansas River stands near flood stage and rises about an inch an hour as North Topeka evacuations intensify. Transfer wagons and delivery wagons are pressed into service to move residents fleeing rising waters.
A tornado hit the farm of John Dalton near Mauston Wisconsin killing Dalton and his twelve year old son Phillip. It leveled the farmhouse and barns and caused extensive damage to surrounding property.
William Emory Quinby long time editor and proprietor of the Detroit Free Press and former US minister to the Netherlands died at Grace hospital after a three month illness. He was seventy three, born in Brewer Missouri in 1835 and moved to Detroit in 1850. He attended the University of Michigan, practiced law briefly, then joined the Free Press staff and became managing editor before purchasing an interest in the paper.
Madison June 8 officials announce forming the Wisconsin Northern Railway to build a line eighty six miles long from Red Granite to Peysippi. The articles of incorporation were filed with the secretary of state, creating a new regional rail link in central Wisconsin.
Nashville June 8 Wil lam J Bryan is the Tennessee choice for the presidential nomination at Denver. Executive committees of the ninety six counties show nearly unanimous support for Bryan.
Lawrence Mass reports the death of Brother Lawrence, claimed as the oldest Augustinian in the United States, aged ninety eight. He was a longtime member of the order and died in his hometown.
The appointment places Admiral Jauregniberry at the head of the French mission for the Quebec tricentennial celebration. The news item notes related government and diplomatic context, highlighting the ceremonial role and international signaling of the event.
Readers are asked to notify the office if they do not receive their paper regularly, a courtesy to help ensure timely delivery and address any gaps in service.
A historical fragment lists remedies and cures for a range of ailments. Items mention bore throat quinsy epizoode dimtemper worms rats grubs and treatments for colds influenza pleuro pneumonia bellyache diarrhea and dysentery attributed to various practitioners and likely patent cures.
Carlyle Illinois June 8 residents along the Burlington railroad urge reversal of land transfer after station closures and agent consolidations. They claim land should revert to original owners. case to be decided in court. Also Carlyle June 8 game warden reports pheasant predation in Santa Fe township killing several roosters. fear of fines deterring killing the pheasant. Lotshaw acquitted of murder in Marton circuit court. neighbor’s confession retracted. alibi supported.
Washington reports a controversial note from Captain Grant and a resignations letter from his father that accuse Taft of mishandling Grant's return. The letters claim Grant was separated from his family for two years and never saw his child, and suggest the resignation is the sole document clearing the matter.
President Roosevelt, Taft, Reot and Senator Burkett of Nebraska met in Washington in June for a broad political talk. The most notable outcome was Frank J. Hitchcock's name remaining near the top of those considered for chairman of the national committee.
Des Moines La June Cummins breaks silence saying he has no plan to abandon political activities. He states the progressives will back the ticket next November but will stay true to progressive lines.
Unanimous endorsements by legislative district conventions across Kentucky name William J. Bry imio and others as delegates to district and state conventions that will select district and at large delegates to the national convention.
Philadelphia reports the death of St George F. Payne aged fifty five, linked to the Harrisburg state capitol conspiracy case. Payne, of George F. Payne & Co., builders of the capitol, died at his Philadelphia home.
Fairfield Illinois June 8 Trev and Mrs Daniel Bassett Leach of Bone Gap near here celebrate their sixty eighth wedding anniversary. They have lived on the same spot for over seventy two years and now head a large family of ten children with 1198 descendants total. Leach has been a Protestant church member for eighty eight years and a Methodist Episcopal preacher for sixty two years.
In Springfield Alabama June, 236 Pawnee coal mine workers resume duties after strike over powder quality. Company agrees to switch to a different brand. Hundreds more Pawnee miners return as state committees decide workers must resume duties under new arrangement.
Luther Edward Jones, twenty seven, balloonist, attempted ascension at Mildred Park in Springfield HL. As the balloon rose the parachute swung him against a dead tree limb, crushing his skull and killing him instantly. Tre was in War Springs Ark and she is an aeronaut.
Creston man C. W. Carrall entertained himself by scattering coins on the pavement in the business district. The act followed a heavy bet on the Wetchel Papke prizefight.
Reverend Orope, 58, assistant priest at Corpus Christi Church in Gatesburg, died of heart disease while at home. The death occurred in June, with parishioners mourning the clergy member known for service to the church and community.
In a brief exchange, Maria asks if Frank ever fell for a woman as a youth. He confesses with humor that he indeed made an irretrievable fool of himself, then hints the woman’s name was Maria, in a London Scraps style.
Scores and results from a busy Saturday across leagues include Washington beating Chicago 1-0, Detroit routing Boston 5-0, St Louis eliminating Philadelphia 3-0, and New York defeating Brooklyn 8-2. Also listed are division games in the American, National, and Western circuits with hits, errors, and pitching notes.
Kidney remedy Pineules promises relief from backache and kidney and bladder trouble in the first dose. It purifies the blood, invigorates the system, with a 30 days trial for $1.00. Sold by H J Moogh and C P Guenther.
The Horseshoe cafe will be closed tomorrow morning for several days due to extensive repairs. An opening announcement will be made later.
A British family endures poverty as Edmond Spier dreams of a perfect vessel. Molly, practical and shrewd, preserves the secret to a breakthrough when Edmond’s fever follows a protracted illness. After a kitchen mishap and a quest to prove a hidden invention, Molly’s patience yields a share in the pottery, transforming their fortunes and clothing.
An advertisement touts Pinc ules as a kidney remedy for backache rheumatism and related symptoms. It promises quick relief after a 30 day trial costing $1.00 with a guarantee or money back. Sold by H J Moogk and C P Guenther.
Freeport announces a July 4th business celebration with events and local merchants expected to participate. The community festival aims to boost downtown commerce and showcase regional vendors during Independence Day activities.
The Rev TY A Miller, a parishioner painter before his ministry in a South Dakota village, faced dismissal after painting a saloon. Officials sued for back rent but later dropped the claim, paying costs and ordering the pastor to vacate in eight days. The editorial defends the preacher's sacrifice and criticizes the officials' stance.
Sullivan Ind June 6 Shelby Johnson aged 35 was instantly killed at the Union mine while backing toward a shaft with an empty cart he failed to notice the cart had gone down and he fell into the shaft in a fatal accident reported locally.
In June 6 Sac City and Schatler played a twenty two inning ball game here. The score ended 3 to 3 and the game was called to allow Sac City to catch a train.
June 6 report from Tutte Montana describes eight inches of snow on the level and a heavy rain that isolated Butte by washing slars into streets, cutting the town off from the outside world.
The horse Signorshetta won the Derby last Wednesday and captured the Qake, with Croker’s Rhotom also running. King Edward and Queen Alexandra left London to visit Czar Nicholas and the czarina. Mrs. Leavitt, daughter of William Woren, was named a delegate to the Colorado Democratic state convention. The press reports excitement over an attempted assassination of Major Dreyfus. Heavy rains are reported across south central Nebraska and farm property is damaged. The Missouri Pacific Railway omits semiannual dividend, declared at one percent. Laws in Jackson, Miss., vote against the eoetsstan Bota of egecent. Josey Letter and Miss Emile Winses. his fiancee attended a marriage license office in Washington and became a married woman. A thief was caught in New York stealing a valuable crown from an image. The Montana situation worsens by the minute. Eastern Nebraska reports telegraph outages and cattle losses. Henry Madison presided over a business matter in Gitthe. Shively and a farmhand were killed in Geneva. more details follow.
One application of ManZan Pile Remedy for all forms of piles soothes inflammation soreness and itching. Price 50c guaranteed by H. J. Moogh and C. P. Guen ther.
The text recalls John Adams’s midnight appointments and withdrawal from the White House, then lauds Polk for inviting rival Henry Clay to dine with his family. It credits Polk’s gesture as a lasting example of chivalrous courtesy despite political rivalry and public sentiment.
A compact meditation on how success can obscure malfeasance, drawing on Demosthenes as a lens. The reflection hints at leadership, integrity, and the costs of ignoring unethical actions behind triumphs.
Beeps Laxative Cough Syrup is offered as prompt relief for coughs croup hoarseness and whooping cough for all ages. It is gently laxative and guaranteed. Available through H J Moogh C P Guen F J Burdett piano tuner with orders at Brown Dollmeyer or by phone sa 1 448.
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