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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1907
Page
4
John Beverly received another chance to reform as his case was set for this morning. His attorney asked for a continuance until the September term and the state offered no objection. Philanthropic citizens plan to send him to an institute at their expense to seek a cure. If he shows improvement the indictment may be dismissed and he could be placed on probation.
This morning at the High school assembly room H Cler incont Allman known as the Wizard of Yellow Creek spoke on The Philosophy of Sunshine to a large audience. He has lectured before and is versed in the subject, concluding with a ventriloquism exhibition where he is an adept.
Freeport members of the Fraternal Tribunes will attend the biennial grand tribunal convention in Rockford tomorrow. An evening joint initiation of candidates follows, with Freeport contributing several members.
Mr and Mrs Nelson A Backus left last evening for Le Mars Iowa where they have been called on account of the death of J A Sauers an uncle of Mrs Backus Mr Sauers was formerly a resident of this city and will be remembered by many people.
On the national holiday commemorating independence, Adeline will host speakers from the vicinity. Col. F. O. Lowden Judge Clarity Supt. Grove and H. Clermont Atunan will be heard in the program.
The certificate for increase of the capital stock of the Freeport Water company has been filed with the clerk of the circuit court. The company is now capitalized at $250,000.
The Stephen son county board of review opened their session in the county court room this morning. Members include Will L. Boeke A. E. Hanke and J. C. Lam pert.
The Freeport aggregation plays today and Wednesday with Madi son at City Park within city limits. Tuesday is an open date in the Wisconsin league with no games across the circuit. Thursday morning they return home to rest. Friday opens a Can ners versus Orphans series from Green Bay, the first of fourteen. The Cubs of this city beat Monroe’s minor team 19 to nothing, outclassing them in pitching and defense.
A large audience attended a children's day program at First English Lutheran Church. The program featured organ preludes, processional, readings, prayers, school songs, numerous recitations, solos with choruses, and an address by Rev. Baker of Lestia Overlag.
This Date in History notes Vic Addison and Sir William Crookes birthdays, Strong Vincent’s Gettysburg role, the 1856 Republican convention nominating Fremont and Dayton, the Champlain ship tragedy, Mary Anderson marriage, Harlem canal opening, and 1900 Taku forces capture.
Mr and Mrs Edward Miller of Brooklyn New York are in the city visiting at the home of John Sweeney 271 Oak Street.
A G Fleck, Freeport High School class of ’02, will begin practicing law in Rockford with Fisher & North, filling A J Hayter’s vacancy during extended vacation. Fleck, son of John N and Mrs Fleck, studied under State’s Attorney Burrell and attended University of Wisconsin Law School last year. Fisher & North are prominent, with Fisher as bankruptcy referee and North as Winnebago County state’s attorney.
A meeting of the committee of the Illinois state historical library will be held in Springfield next Tuesday to arrange the fiftieth anniversary celebrations of the Lincoln Douglas debates. Plans cover celebrations in cities where the debates took place.
In Fedora Tennessee C V Pepper recalls illness with throat hemorrhages and deathly despair. After doctors failed he used Dr King s New Discovery and saw instant relief and rapid healing. Coughing ceased bleeding diminished and he returned to work in three weeks. Trial bottle offered at Emmert s drug store with two price options.
A repair department announces a complete line of repair machinery and engagement of Mr. 8 R Daniels to assist Mr. Miller. Prompt attention promised. Men’s half soles 75 cents, women’s 50 cents, sewed or nailed. Located at 115 Galena Street Bokemerer & Lar P.
DeVore advertising proclaims low prices on pianos with cash terms and no interest. It asserts guaranteed quality, fair treatment, and reliable customer satisfaction, promising substantial savings and large-volume buying power from top factories.
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