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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1886
Page
3
Freeport Daily Journal outlines local notes including rain shortage, visits between Freeport and Oregon, Stephenson county primaries next Saturday, and various travel plans. Mentions people like Mr and Mrs Pixley, Cyrus J Wells, Miss Miller of Rochelle, and updates on bridges, plasterers, boiler repairs, and community events. Also notes marriages, reunions, and upcoming concerts with local residents and visitors.
The First Presbyterian Church hosts Mrs. Polk's concert tonight at 8 o'clock. A strong program features organ pieces, duets, trios, and piano solos, with performers including Miss Leiths Wright, Mr. Wagner, and Mrs. Polk. The event appeals to lovers of good music and promises an exceptionally good lineup.
A burglar entered the Beloit residence of Mrs. Lane and her son Grove around three in the morning. Mrs. Lane’s nurse Mrs. Burr and Mrs. Grove Lane were present. the intruder fled after Mrs. Burr screamed. Entry was gained via a pantry window with a barrel aiding access. few valuables were taken.
Jacob W. Gallo returned Saturday from New York accompanying the life lamented brother Chirley who died by drowning in the Pec tonien WA. Wilcox of the Wo GG and W Barnes house was in the city over Sunday. Mrs Lebkicker and son, absent from the city, arrived home Saturday. Miss Bile Toward, from Mt. Carroll last week, returned to Lena. Mrs Will Rothermel and Miss Morey arrived in Racine from Kansas City. Mrs Corrie Emmertles returned from Chicago after five weeks with relatives. Her uncle's family had recently returned from California.
The article notes hot conditions with thermometers reading up to 110 in shade. Weekend rain offered some relief but farmers and workers suffer under oppressive heat. A rumor of heat waves and general agreement on prolonged warmth is shared among residents and workers.
Cadet Charley Stuckrach, assigned to Dixon barracks, sails for Freeport soon after receiving a Germany bound letter noting his mother's illness and siblings. He reports Dixon troops endure hardship with little support, crackers sustaining them for days, while citizens are urged to provide bread and edibles.
Residents may place cherry orders at Weishar's Barber Shop with delivery fresh from the orchard. Orders should be submitted promptly.
The annual Children’s Day observances by Evangelical denominations drew large crowds in Embury and nearby churches. Floral decorations, baptisms, and choir performances highlighted morning services, with extensive afternoon and evening programs featuring recitations, songs, and Sunday School concerts.
A handwritten church page lists names and readings including Edith Waldorf Luetta Wagner and Harrick, and tributes to youth with pieces by May Bratsted Clyde Young and Emily Frick. Salem Church held benediction led by pastor. Rev R L Tralvey spoke on liquor control. Zion Church hosted Rev J F Keagle, new Evangelical Association preacher. First Presbyterian marked Whitsunday with flowers, choir, and baptisms. sermon notes praised Bible work for children.
A large audience filled the Baptist church for Lena High School exercises featuring Miss Fdna P. Waldron and Miss Marie Louise Klipstine. The program included recitations, duets, solos, essays, and diplomas awarded by Dr. Naramore, recognizing the graduating class and the teachers. FIELD DAY AT BELOIT closes Beloit College’s sixth annual event with timid records set in distance and three legged race disciplines.
Mrs Catherine Swarts marked her seventieth birth anniversary with a large family gathering at her son George Swarts's Lincoln Avenue home. Present were many relatives from multiple states, a rattan chair gift, a grand dinner, and warm tributes to her long, healthy life. Swarts, widow of Jacob Swarts, left Centre County, Pennsylvania, for this area in 1857.
Mrs Daniel Eicholtz visits Ben genville to see her daughter Mrs M P Murphy. Mr J J Franklin and wife returned home. Various locals report illness work stoppages and visits from Chicago and Freeport. July 3 softball game in Shannon with prize money, and neighborhood improvements. June 12 update from Lena and Dartington with church notes Children’s Day at M E Church and teacher picnic preparations. Heat halts street work as local residents resume routines.
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