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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1907

Page

4

Recital by Miss Drake pupils at Masonic temple

The pupils of Miss Alice Drake present a complimentary recital in the Woman's club room of the Masonic temple this evening. The program lists pieces by Ruther Saveerman Hazel Shoemaker Florence Osler Ruth Collins Mendelssohn and Schubert among others with performances by Mrs Sherp Miss Drake and several named students. all are welcomed.

Alice Drake Masonic Temple Ruther Saveerman Hazel Shoemaker Florence FB. Osler Ruth Collins Waltz Pelthes

Board of Supervisors Meeting Deals With Bids and Appointments

The board met at the court house this morning and adjourned to this afternoon after referring bills to committees. Grand jurors will be selected tomorrow. The poor and poor farm committee debates appointing a county physician for the coming year as Dr. Voigt’s term ends this month. Only one bid was received, which the committee did not approve. They may refer the decision back to the board or seek new bids.

Board of Supervisors Court House Voigt

Rev Kaufman Accepts Mt Carmel Call In Illinois

Rev J C Kaufman former pastor of Amity Lutheran Lena and Grace Lutheran Monroe Wis has accepted a call from Zion Evangelical Mt Carmel Illinois and plans to leave July 1 Rev Hartman Fort Wayne may succeed him in Monroe The Monroe paper notes five years of progress including lifted mortgages improvements and growing membership with warm wishes from local friends

J. C. Kaufman Amity Lutheran Church Lena Grace Lutheran Church Monroe Wis Zion Evangelical Church Mt. Carmel W. H. Hartman Forreston Kaufman

Dropped the Corset Factory Move by Local Church

The German Lutheran congregation addressed a committee report on a proposed corset factory adjoining Union Street school property. After discussion the matter was dropped, allowing events to unfold. if neighboring property owners object, the site may not proceed, but otherwise the factory could open soon.

Union Street

Home From Western Trip

Elias Bamberger J M Stiffler Louis Che and Charles Kenyon return from a land interests trip through southwestern Missouri and eastern Kansas. They report generally favorable crop conditions with replanted corn and wheat fields four feet high. no green bugs seen despite reports of devastation.

Elias Bamberger J. M. Stiffler Louis Che Charles Kenyon Missouri Kansas Mr. Stiffler

Ranaway horses crash near South Galena avenue

Sunday evening Lee Wei man and George Scrovil with two young ladies were driving along Galena street when they collided with an opposing rig. The pole on the first rig broke and the horses ran away, turning onto Walnut street and ending at St Francis hospital. No one was hurt.

Lee Weiman George Scrovil Galena Street Galena Avenue Walnut Street St. Francis Hospital

Wife and Husband Quarrel Endes In Patched Peace

On a quiet Sunday evening on Stephenson street a quarrel between a husband and wife turned physical with blows exchanged. Both went to the police station to obtain warrants but eventually left together arm in arm, settling their differences.

Stephenson Street

Epworth League Meeting Highlights Christian Education

A large crowd attended the Epworth League meeting of the First M E church last evening. Misses Madge Furry and Elsie Figeley led a helpful service on Christian Education. John Bonn provided a pretty solo with accompaniment by Harry Bickenbach.

Epworth M.ef Shurch Madge Furry Elsie Figeley John Bonn Harry Bickenbach

L Nob Club of Y M C A Plans Evening Gathering

The L Nob club of the Y M C A will hold another pleasant gathering at the Association building tomorrow evening. An interesting program has been arranged, followed by a social spread for the young men.

L. Nob.” Club Association

Templete quartet to provide church music for service

The Templé quartet consisting of A C Ketthédy W R Hannah Dr J B Clark and Roy K Farwell will furnish the music for the service. All the men of the church and congregation are cordially invited.

Templé Quartette A. C. Ketthédy W. R. Hannah Dr. J. 8. Clark Roy K. Farwell

Children’s Day program at First M. E. Church

Sunday morning exercises at the First M. E. Church featured a musical program and recitations. Participants included Paul Stibgen Edwin Rotzler Grace Best and Misa Irwin among the performers.

M. EE Paul Stibgen Edwin Rotzler Miss Grace Best Misa Rma Irwin

W Dickover Leads Team Against Ridott on Sunday

Manager W Dickover and his players prepare for a Sunday match versus Ridott on June 18. He expresses confidence in his strong lineup and expects a victory.

W. Dickover Ridott

Knights of Pythias Meeting in Freeport Lodge Hall

Knights of Pythias Freeport lodge No 462 will assemble in the castle hall this evening for work in the rank of Page. All knights are cordially invited to attend.

Knights of Pythias Freeport

Local Names Listed for Freeport and Nearby

Phillip T. Parker of Freeport and 25 Minta A. Mogel of Freeport are named alongside James G. Bennett of Scioto and Mabel E. Miller of Eleroy in a partial listing.

Phillip T. Parker Freeport Minta A. Mogel Same James G. Bennett Scioto Grees Mabel E. Miller Eleroy

Donner Elected Shan Non Schools Principal

F. P. Donner, formerly Nora schools principal, has been chosen principal of the Shan non schools for the upcoming year.

F. P. Donner Nora Shannon

Freeport Business Men's Association to Elect Officers

A meeting of the Freeport Business Men's Association will be held Wednesday evening at the city hall to elect officers.

The Freeport Business Men’s Association

Circuit Court Disposes Three Chancery Cases and Divorces

Three partition suits in circuit court were disposed of today: Galloway v Meise, Oppold v Oppold, Marvin v Nehus. Alvin Hayes granted a divorce from Myrtle Hayes on statutory grounds. they wed in 1901. Tomorrow a decision looms on Herbert Spring facing murder vs manslaughter plea. an assault case from Pearl City will be tried Thursday. Perkins v Perkins jurors sought for next Tuesday. John Beverly to stand trial Monday for chicken stealing with pedigrees, a recurring court visitor.

J. N.galloway Anna A. Meise J. Oppold L. M. Oppold M. B. Marvin GC. Nehus Alvin Hayes Myrtle Hayes Herbert Spring Pearl City Dodds Perkins Vs. Perkins Beverly John Beverly John Joliet

Pioneer merchant summoned Sunday obituary and funeral notes

The notice lists family members from Dubuque Lena and Waddams including Michael Gleason Vera Kelley and John Riordan. Floral tributes signified with 30 in newspaper style mark the death date June 7 and funeral customs. The article also covers the funeral of Mrs Katherine Koehler, with Rev Bergman delivering remarks and pallbearers named.

Michael Gleason Harry Gleason Dubuque Vera Kelley Waddams Neal Riordan Warren John Riordan Lena Bulletin Knights of Columbus Royal Arcanum Koehler Katherine Koehler Fred Yoerg Ordway Street Mr. Bergman M. FE Fred Kortmeier Carl Ebert Simon Daniels Carl Lestikow Simon Winter Simon Albert

Local notices and society meetings update

Warren Dickover resigns from Mat Redlinger's shop to join Hoofer Mfg. Co. Miss E P Corning leaves for Mt Carroll to attend Frances Shimer academy commencement. Ladies Auxiliary meets Tuesday at 3 at Y M C A parlors. officers up for election. Organ expert to service First Presbyterian organ before Friday concert. Embury church Ladies Aid meet Tuesday at Mrs Rideout 127 Jefferson. refreshments to follow. Dr W J Rideout returns from Europe trip studying ENT. attends American Medical Association in Atlantic City. Woman's Foreign Missionary Society meets June 12 at Mrs Muchler on Lincoln Ave. China lesson and curios. All invited. 2t

E. P. Corning Mt. Carroll Frances Shimer Academy Ladies’ Auxiliary Chicago First Presbyterian Church Ladies’ Aid Society Embury Church American Medical Association Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society First M. E. Church

Cantata Pleases at First Presbyterian Concert

The First Presbyterian church chorus and orchestra drew a large audience last evening for a second performance of the cantata Daughter of Jairus. The pastor opened with scripture and prayer. Notable choruses were The Wailing and In the Death of a Man. Soloists Miss Briggs and Mr. Farwell performed well, with Mr. Smedley of the Y M C A as leading tenor. Dr. Baumgartner, the musical director, earned wide praise for his work.

First Presbyterian Church Jairus Miss Briggs Mr. Farwell Smedley Baumgartner

Shoes Repaired Promptly by FE and W

Work called for and delivered. FE and W are requested for shoe repairs with prompt service noted in the record. The brief entry records the repair action and the involved parties for reference.

Stover Family Seeks To Thank Kind Helpers After Bereavement

D C Stover and family express gratitude to friends who assisted them during their recent bereavement and request continued affection and support as they cope with the loss.

D.C. Stover

Mr. Stover Improves Health Walking to Barber Shop

Hon D C Stover was able to walk downtown on Saturday afternoon to the barber shop, signaling health improvement and resumed mobility.

Fine expert shoe repairing is done and promptly

A local shoe repair service boasts expert workmanship completed swiftly at E and W Streets, emphasizing punctual, reliable repairs for customers seeking quality footwear care.

Love's Rocky Road Wedding at United Brethren Church

Miss Minta A. Mogel and Philip T. Parker wed at the United Brethren parsonage by Rev. F. M. Davis. The couple’s courtship faced family opposition and a past assault dispute, but they married and are staying at the New York hotel.

Minta A. Mogel Philip T. Parker United Brethren Church F. M. Davis New York Hotel

Firestone estate transfer to Grant on West Freeport lot

Real estate transfer records show Mrs. Elizabeth Firestone selling part of lot 4 in the south east quarter of section 24 West Freeport to Thomas Grant for 4000 dollars. The property is described as Firestone’s on North Galena avenue.

Elizabeth Firestone Thomas Grant West Freeport Firestone Galena Avenue

Meeting of Second Presbyterian Brotherhood Tonight

The Second Presbyterian brotherhood holds a meeting this evening in the church lecture room. Pastor Rev. H. M. Markley will deliver a short address.

Second Presbyterian Brotherhood H. M. Markley

Nurses' Slippers Sold at BE and So KK 7

The genuine nurses' slippers are sold only at BE and So KK 7 for 1.50 each. The ad notes authenticity and exclusive availability through these outlets.

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