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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1906
Page
5
William Bryah laughs at being told of adoption by the state convention favoring his nomination for the 1908 U S presidency. He says it is too early to discuss any possible nomination and offers little further comment.
A flyer notes a train collision near Redbank New Jersey when an open switch caused an engine and two cars to topple down a ten foot embankment. The fireman and two passengers died and about thirty others were injured in the morning incident.
Curtis Jett, jailed for the 3 year old James Cockrill assassination, has made a full confession revealing the killings of Dr. B N Cox James Cockrill and James B Marcum in Winchester Kentucky.
Dr. Walter R. Gillette and Robert A. Granniss, former vice presidents of Mutual Life Insurance, were indicted by a special grand jury in New York on forgery and perjury charges. The action occurred June 11 as part of ongoing insurance investigations.
Ottawa Kansas June 11 Judge A W Benson left for Topeka to report to the governor declaring a big acceptance of the senatorial appointment He will depart Topeka this afternoon for the east and take up his duties.
Chicago forecast notes cool trend through the afternoon with 4:22 p.m. observations and sunset around 8:31 p.m. Sky conditions indicate intervals of clouds with a chance of light showers. Temperatures are expected to remain mild and comfortable tonight.
Closing quotations show July wheat at 83 1 2 cents, corn 51 54, oats 37 54, pork 16.95, lard 9.92, ribs 9.50. At Union Stock Yards cattle 26,000 steady to 10 lower with beeves 4.00 to 6.00, cows 1.65 to 5.10, stockers 2.75 to 4.60. hogs 44,000 strong with mixed butchers 6.85 to 6.62, good heavy 6.55 to 6.65, rough heavy 6.35 to 6.45, lights 6.35 to 6.56, bulk 6.50 to 6.60. sheep 27,000 strong 4.60 to 6.10.
Assessor Charles Franz and assistants finished the Freeport real estate assessment showing a total rise of 71000 dollars. The study notes the parsonages would add 40000 dollars more but are excluded under the new law.
The will of the late Rhodas Rus sell of Kent County has been probated in the county court. Provision provides for $50 to her son James and $10 to Reuben after which the balance of the estate is distributed among the other children.
Special music accompanied both the morning and evening Baptist church services. A chorus choir did good work and Mrs Ana Baker Oyler charmed the congregation with the offertory solo Seak Ye the Lord. She also sang Everlasting Hills by Nevin, which was much enjoyed.
William Ge Krape travels to Delafield Wisconsin to deliver the commencement address to graduates of St. John's Military Academy. He is a 1902 alumnus of the school and speaker for tomorrow night’s exercises.
Jacob Theil a car repairer for the Tlinois Central railroad fell from the steps of a freight car in the Freeport yards this morning and severely strained his back.
A five week evangelistic campaign led by Rev William A Sunday drew almost 1,400 converts who joined area churches. About two thousand total membership gains are anticipated, with 500 already affiliating across Embury Second Presbyterian English Lutheran First Baptist and other congregations.
An alarming condition often results from clogged bowels and torpid liver leading to chronic constipation. Dr King s New Life Pills are promoted as the best gentle regulators of stomach and bowels. Guaranteed by Jos Emmert, druggist. Price 35 cents.
An unnamed person identified as Henry, described as tall, is headed to Chicago for specialized medical treatment. The note lists Best as having gone to Chicago, with reference to a specialist and a physician role.
Mr It of the church and Mr Reeve Burton with Master Bert Munn will present an organ recital tonight. R W Martiz will give the readings and the program includes works by Handel and Tass, with a focus on great composers. Admission is a silver offering to defray expenses.
In Chicago the evangelist Monroe spoke to about twelve hundred listeners at the tabernacle Sunday afternoon. The crowd applauded freely as Monroe recounted conversions including those of Sunday and Trotter and highlighted Trotter a Freeport boy doing great work. Evening service at Embury Center drew hundreds who were turned away.
Peter Steinmetz of Galena dies at 11:45 AM at Globe hospital after months of illness Old age listed as cause He was born in Hanover about 785 years ago and came to America at 16 He married Katherine Keegan in Albany 52 years ago The couple moved west to Galena where he worked as a broom maker Survived by wife and four children Mrs W B Plumb Mrs Anna Muchow of Freeport Mrs William Hubacher of Webster City IA and Charles Steinmetz of Frisbie Arizona.
The circuit court enters its second week as the petit jury is summoned. Dr. B A Arnold sues Theresa Staas for trespass on the case on promises. Several settlements occur including Mary Arnold versus Henry Dorman and Mary Dolmeyer versus Elizabeth Corning. Lola R Grabner is granted a divorce from A F Grabner. Rockford Lumber & Puel Company wins 982.83 against H Friederichs who did not appear. Charles Sheenhan pleads guilty to stealing from Schaeffel & Brokhaousen and is sent to reform school.
Thomas P. Coyne of Madison was thrown from his buggy on Saturday and died instantly when his head struck cement curbing. He previously served as county clerk and city treasurer and was a prominent Madison businessman well known to Freeport residents.
The will of the late William Hiram has been probated in the county court. Susanna Hiram, his wife, receives all real and personal property with the exception of five hundred dollars to each of three granddaughters and three hundred dollars to another granddaughter. Mrs. Hiram is appointed sole executrix.
George Ruston transfers ad land parcel 32 in block 1 wheel factory addition to Mrs. Mary Ester for 214 dollars.
The Royal Arcanam will convene this evening at 6 o'clock. Members are expected to discuss ongoing matters and set plans for upcoming events.
Professor S B Raines and Dr Vincent are among speakers considered for the Northern Illinois Teachers Association meeting in Freeport October 26 27. The event aims to exceed the 1900 attendance of about eight hundred with sessions in the new high school annex and entertainment and lodging arranged for many visitors.
Edward Bengston the jeweler plans an optical department expansion and has engaged Charles OQ DeMoure of Peoria to manage it. DeMoure recently visited, plans to return soon, and brings extensive optics experience. He currently assists Dr. Wyatt, a Peoria oculist, after earlier work with Dr. Dowbroski, noted eye specialist.
An ad praises attractive people in the United States using Hollister's Rocky Mountain Pea priced at 385 cents. Tea or Tabletg is mentioned along with Joseph Emmert.
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