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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1906
Page
1
Syracuse June 11 Chancellor James KR Day of Syracuse University warned that when lawmakers yield to executive pressure and appeals to passion government by the people becomes a misnomer. He denounced scandal mongering, slander, and manipulation that harm the nation’s honor and self-respect.
A speaker denounces sensationalism in yellow journalism and the mob ruled by fear. He argues readers accept unfounded accusations, while committees seek shocking findings and markets suffer from biased trials. He calls for sober Christian restraint to safeguard institutions.
A Chicago report highlights a favorable view of sanitary chief remarks as officials praise ongoing public health efforts and city services. The piece notes supportive voices and the potential impact on policy directions.
Chief Sanitary Inspector Hedrick reports cleaner conditions at the stockyards than the Neill Reynolds account. Improvements noted, while cooperation between the Hinsiltz Manufacturers Association and Chicago Commercial Association is blocked. Union League Club meeting proposes appointing three Chicago experts including a pathologist, sanitary engineer, and cattle judge. Miss Mary McDowell, head of the University of Chicago settlement, previously vouched for the cleaner rush.
Washington June 11 The packing house hearings before the house agricultural committee were closed after an appeal by Upton Sinclair to testify was rejected. Westem live stock men urged avoiding packer inspection costs and warned Congress to act promptly to prevent further losses to cattle raisers.
Appleton Wisconsin June 11 Reverend A H Zecel a representative of the Wisconsin Anti Saloon League found guilty of violating the Sunday labor law by purchasing beer on Sunday to secure evidence that a saloon keeper had violated the Sunday closing law The jury was out half an hour The case will be appealed
In St Louis on June 11 Judge Leo Iassleur ex commander in chief of the G A R fainted and fell from his chair while presiding over a committee meeting for the upcoming bond issue election. He was taken home by cab and his condition is described as serious.
Baseball results from Chicago to Boston show wins by Boston over Chicago, New York over Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh overpowering Philadelphia in an eighth inning forfeit. American League reports Detroit and Cleveland, St Louis and Chicago results, with Sunday games in St Louis and Chicago. Association and Western leagues list multiple decisive scores including Louisville and Indianapolis blowouts, Toledo and Milwaukee, and Lincoln and Omaha performances.
Eleven men were killed and five seriously injured when a dynamite plant along the Susquehanna near Peque exploded. Names of dead include Benjamin Gebhardt and George Rineer, ages 17 to 23, with several unknown victims. The blast left scattered debris, destroyed wagons and horses, and injured workers in nearby homes as rescue efforts began. The plant had about a dozen buildings and seven girls were inside a distant structure when it detonated. The cause remains unknown and the death toll may rise as more bodies are recovered.
Chicago dispatch reports deadly storms last week with numerous fatalities and wide destruction. Victims include James Mitchell and his 1-year-old son in Wit tunning Pennsylvania, Clyde Blose and Nert Weiss in Punxs Strawney, a tornado touchdown near Marietta Ohio harming Peter Cook, two Italian laborers killed near Ivy City, Bill Morrison Paul Smith and George Gise lost in New York Bay, Miss Winnifred Maddeck in Alviston, and J J Bnownes in Dewey Iowa among others.
A blast in a Battery tunnel bore caused a water mud inrush nearly swallowing thirteen workers. In Boston a large sightseeing car overturned, injuring thirty-four Christian Scientists including several with arm and collarbone fractures.
An injunction is issued against the malignant activity of dyspepsia and promoters urge use of Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pep sin. The ad claims it quickly corrects stomach and bowel trouble and restores health. Sold by druggists at 50 cents and 1 dollar with money back if it fails.
Burkard reports early cabbage tomato and celery plantings at Went Freeport. Project focuses on rapid growth and improved yields with new varieties. Local gardeners and markets anticipate harvests later in the season.
Unclear OCR fragment mentions injured individuals taken by friends after an incident near Iowa City. References names and places are garbled, hindering exact identification of persons, groups, or outcomes. no coherent event details or dates are recoverable from the text.
Philadelphia June 11 The special investigating committee asked President Cassatt about any interests in other companies linked to the Pennsylvania system. He states he owned 100 shares of Nutwood Coat Co from 1872 to 1905 and held shares in Union Switch and Signal, United States Metal, Pennsylvania Steel, and Cambria Steel, all purchased at market price. He did not perform any service for freight or shipments nor receive gifts from shippers, and only Rails purchases are reported to directors. He had no ties with Berwyn White except four years after resigning from Pennsylvania and eight years before his election as president.
Topeka Kansas June 11 Foster Dwight Coburn refused the U S Senate appointment after being named by Governor Hoch Benson of Ottawa Franklin county accepted the vacancy offered by the governor and Judge Alfred Watson Benson of Ottaway Kansas will take the seat replacing Coburn
Archbishop John J. Keene of Du Duque spoke at the Town University baccalaureate in City Iowa on June 11, declaring the sectarian age of religion is ending and to be followed by an era of unified religious thought and action according to his address.
San Quincio near Calbaga on Samar island was burned by the Pulla janes. No casualties reported. Governor Curry leads a force of scouts and constabulary in pursuit.
Capetown reports on good authority that a German government unit operating in the Kasas mountains in German Southwest Africa was surprised by rebels. Two German officers and twelve men were killed in the engagement.
New York June 11 Roosevelt's uncle Robert J. Troosevelt is seriously ill at his country home Lotus Lake Sayville Long Island. He is 17 years old.
Prominent Democrats Vilas and Watterson declare for Bryan for the 1908 race. A summer sanitary drive to eradicate yellow fever mosquitos begins in New Orleans. A fire destroys the Mexican Central freight house and offices at Chihuahua with fifty cars of merchandise lost valued at £270,000. The National Editorial Association opens sessions in Indianapolis. Six killed in Warsaw rioting. Senator Blackburn elected Senate Democratic steering chair. Huntington plant of West Virginia Brewing Co. burned. Joss $200,004. Viennese Christian socialists protest Hungary ministry, breaking windows.
An advertorial praise of a mother’s care for ill children and the advertised Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin laxative, claiming quick relief of pain and fever and universal good, urging purchase through all druggists.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Newmeandar and other terms with Bleary abbreviations. Mentions GB RYA IN and 87 Galena B&t with 6-Bat, lacking coherent context or readable facts.
Chicago July 1 an investigation reveals an attempt to influence the supreme court through a secret midnight session. a “middleman” linked to a judge is alleged. officials including attorney general stead and clay county state’s attorney are drawn in. the probe targets disbarment of attorneys and possible charges, with justice magruder and ewing college bequest at stake in a will dispute led by w h huddleston of troussyville.
In Seatonville on June 11, officer Rocchetti, an Italian, confronted Frank Delatre a local coal miner. Delatre allegedly grabbed a gun. Rocchetti wrested it away and used the gun barrel to strike Delatre, killing him in view of Delatre’s eight children. Rocchetti was arrested and held in Princeton to await murder charges.
In Galesburg Illinois on June 11 two heavy breach of promise suits were filed in Burlington against Robert T. Denny by housekeeper Been and by Mrs. Etta Grice for 2000 and 2400 dollars respectively. A third suit is hinted at.
Severe wind and rain storm in Decatur caused one fatality as a 90 year old Goldie Cameron grabbed a broken electric light wire torn down by a falling tree and was instantly killed. Trees collapsed across streets delaying traffic on two streetcar lines.
A unidentified young man about 23 was found dead in a creek near Mounds with head crushed and cut. Investigators pursue the case as a possible murder while seven witnesses recall seeing him swimming earlier with several others.
Samuel Cooley a 32 year old traveling salesman from Cahmuhus Ohio drowned while taking a midnight bath in the Wabash river near Carmi Illinois. He was swept away by current and lost to the floodwaters. Local authorities recovered the body later that night.
When digestive troubles rise and symptoms like backache and poor bowel function persist, Caldwell's Syran Pepsin is advertised as a safe pleasant laxative. Sold by druggists at 50 cents and 1 dollar with a money back guarantee if it fails to work.
A fragmentary notice describes a sale on hand items including a coat, with Dollmeyer connected to the sale. Details are unclear but imply a local auction or sale listing.
Minutes record officers elected including President George Bolende Rock Grove and Vice President Henry Bolender Orangeville. Secretary C A Bolender and Treasurer Fred Bolender were noted. Committees on Grounds and Program appointed, next meeting set for June 6, 1906 in Orangeville. The program featured Bolender's orchestra, a meal, speeches by Cyrus Grove and Dr Byers, and musical selections by Prof Bingham and the Fisher sisters.
Cyril Scott leads the second week of The Prince Chap at Grand Opera House Chicago with a natural acting style. The comedy drama pleases audiences of all ages with heartfelt laughs and pathos, recalling cherished memories.
Fragmentary text mentions crowded houses and lone stimuli but lacks clear event or names. cannot determine a coherent news item from the readable fragments.
Complaints reach Chief Sweeney about speeding and driving without lights on Union State Carroll and Liberty streets. He will arrest first violator and set stiff fines, with officers dispatched to residence districts tonight. eight miles per hour is the speed limit.
An advertisement touts Kodol as a remedy for dyspepsia and indigestion. It claims the product digests what you eat and rests the tired stomach, alleviating heart palpitations, flatulence, and sour stomach. Worry is linked to poor digestion, and Kodol is sold by all druggists.
Excursion tickets to Buffalo via the Northwestern line offered June 8 to June 10 with favorable return limits. Sold on account of the Travelers' Protective Association meeting. Apply to Chicago agents or Northwestern Railway offices.
Advertiser promotes Ataver & Co. oxford shoes described as comfortable for tired, aching feet with emphasis on durability and fit. The brief listing highlights the product line as a solution for daily wear and foot relief.
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