Venerable Alabama Statesman John Morgan Turns Eighty-Two
Washington reports Senator John T. Morgan of Alabama celebrated his eighty second birthday with widespread congratulations. He is the elder statesman in the Senate, with only Pettus of Alabama older by position. Fellow Maryland Senator William Pinkney Whyte trails closely in age.
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Alabama
Washington
John T. Morgan
Old Guard
Senate
Morgan
Senator Pettus
William Pinkney Whyte
M. Gorman
Maryland
Voliva Describes Zion City Hunger and Losses at Takeover
Wilber G. Voliva, now head of Zion City, testified in a hearing on who should manage Zion City. He said the bank had half a million in deposits but none available, two million diverted, and operating losses exceeding two and a half million leaving many residents on the verge of starvation.
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Voliva
Zion City
Chicago
Wilber G. Voliva
Ivans Denied Superseders by Supreme Court
Springfield June 20 The supreme court denied a writ of supersedes to Richard Ivans who faces a hang deadline Friday in Chicago for the murder of Mrs Hollister Ivans plans to appeal to the governor through his attorney
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Springfield
Ill
Supreme Court
Richard Ivans
Chicago
Hollister
Ivans
President's Travel Fund Passed by House by 176 to 6
A bill to appropriate 25000 dollars for traveling expenses of the president and the house was approved by the House in a 176 to 6 vote. The measure earmarks funds for official travel and related costs.
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Washington
House
Comptroller Calls for Bank Statement from National Banks
Washington reports that the comptroller of the currency issued a call for the condition of national banks as of the close of business on June 18. The request seeks detailed financial data to assess bank health and compliance.
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Washington
Comptroller of the Currency Today
Illinois Fair Tonight With Cooler Weather Likely Showers
Chicago June 20 special forecast indicates fair weather tonight in Illinois with cooler temperatures and a chance of showers this afternoon. Sunrise was 4 23 a m and sunset 7 40 p m.
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Chicago
Illinois
Market closes with mixed gains on grain and meat futures
Closing board of trade shows July Wheat at 61 1/2¢, July Corn 61/2¢, July Oats 30¢. At Union Stock Yards, cattle 22,000 sold steady to 10 lower, hogs 28,000 steady to slightly lower, lambs and sheep around 4.75 to 6.25 per unit. Reeves at 3.90 to 6.05, cows and heifers 1.50 to 5.10, stockers 2.75 to 4.60, various hog classes 6.40 to 6.70, bulk sales 6.55 to 6.62.
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Chicago
Board of Trade
Union Stock Yards
Second Presbyterian Prayer Service and Commencement Notice
Prayer service at Second Presbyterian Church begins 7:15 PM and ends 8:00 PM to allow attendance at the Grand Opera House High School commencement at 8:15 PM. The meeting will study The Light giving Book or Some Thoughts on the Bible. Parents seeking baptism for children next Sabbath should inform the pastor at the service.
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Second Presbyterian Church
Grand Opera House
Children Day Exercises Meet at Second Presbyterian
The children of the primary and junior departments are asked to assemble at the Second Presbyterian Church tomorrow afternoon at 3:30 for the children's day exercises.
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Second Presbyterian Sunday School
Hollister's Rocky Mountain Yen Beauty Remedy Ad
Advertisement touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Yen as a cure for blemishes and aging. Claims stimulate the nervous system and act as the greatest beautifier, with a price of 835 cents per bottle and attribution to Joseph Emmert.
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Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Joseph Emmert
All the Ladies in Love With Him Trial verdict
Alfred Kinsley was declared insane by a six man jury in county court after testimony from prominent locals including bankers and Rev H L Moore. He claimed a delusion that many Freeport women were after him and was set to be moved to the Water town asylum.
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Alfred Kinsley
H. L. Moore
First Presbyterian Church
Kinsley
Stephenson Street
Burrell
Freeport
Rev. Moore
Edward McSherry
Stover’s
Fred Weaver
Watertown Asylum For
Freeport social notes and local events roundup
Charles A. Bird of Chicago visited Freeport last night. Miss Myrtle Kauffman travels to DeKalb for the Normal school's summer session. W M Robertson, state bank examiner, from Chicago, is in town reviewing state banks. Cherry camp to hold a meeting tonight with ice cream and cake. High school class play tickets for Tuesday night will be invalid tonight. Winneshiek lodge No 80 I C O F will perform Friendship degree work tonight. Floral design sent from Chicago for James K Coleman funeral. Jas G Palmer to Chicago for surgery on leg at St Luke's hospital with Dr J E Owens. Ladies of the G A R Sewing circle meet with Mrs Minnie Johnson Friday afternoon June 22. Mid week prayer meeting at First Presbyterian tomorrow at 7 pm to attend high school commencement. Topic: The Life of Strength How to Attain It How to Hold It. All parishioners urged to attend.
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Myrtle Kauffman
DeKalb
W. M. Robertson
State Bank Examiner
Chicago
Cherry Camp
Winneshiek Lodge No. 80
Jas. G. Palmer
E. D. Palmer
St. Luke’s Hospital
J. EK. Owens
Minnie Johnson
Jackson and
Mechanic Streets
First Presbyterian Church
H. ©. Moore
Union Loan and Building Officers Election Outcome
The annual election of officers for the Union Loan and Building association was held Monday evening. Elected were President J. N. Pale, Vice President Fred E. Schaefer, Secretary Esrom Mayer, and Treasurer H. S. Webster.
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Building and Loan Officers
Union Loan & Building Association
J. N. Pale
Fred E. Schaefer
Esrom Mayer
H. S. Webster
Morning Wedding At St Joseph Parsonage
Miss Magdeleini Pfeiffer and Emil Raemer wed at 9 this morning with Rev Fra Kalvelage officiating in St Joseph parsonage. A reception at their Garden Street home follows as they start housekeeping. the Germania Society hosted a card and dancing party with prizes awarded and Harris Orchestra providing music.
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St. Joseph Parsonage
Magdeleini Pfeiffer
Emil Raemer
C. Kalvelage
Maud Pfeiffer
Gustave Raemer
Garden St
Raemer
Germania Society
Enchre
A. Sherman
H. H. Warner
F. Schuemeier
Joseph Brown
Miss. Lyons
B.S. Tyler
Harris
PUPILS' RECITAL AT ST MARYS MUSIC SCHOOL
A large audience attended the junior members recital at St Marys Hall. The program featured marches, songs, dances, and solos by pupils including Mary Finnagan Cathleen O Connor and Margaret Flannagan, with varied pieces such as The Robins Lullaby The Froggies and Dream of Spring. The event ended in enthusiastic applause and was deemed a brilliant success.
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St. Mary’ S Music School
St. Mary’s Hall
Mary McMahon
the Robins
Catherine Farnum Borenvolle
Meg Kircher
Rutcatutetut
Rutcatutetut,. Veeseeees Marie Schlenk
Pitty
Pat Tippy Lee
Margaret Wilson
Unnihitess
Mary Finnagan
Cathleen O'Connor
Ldillian Tappe
Vern McSherry
Demimel
Harriet Gox
Helen Farnum
Phytis DaVoe
Grace Luis
Scessseeee Cgortrade McQaull
Hilian Lavien
Margaret Flannagan
Walse
Leap
Anos Kennedy
Polonousse
Gatheriie Petrie
Gypsy Gill
Pere Stimer
Eset
County Court Sentences Two For Impersonating Officer
Judge O KE heard sentencing Charles Stewart and William Bloser to thirty days in the county jail after guilty verdicts for impersonating an officer. Merril Kevern of Warren faces a statutory charge in circuit court with testimony from both sides continuing through the day.
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O. KE. Heard
Charles Stewart
William Bloser
Merril Kevern
Warren
Posters Promoting Fourth of July Celebration Issued
Posters advertising a city Fourth of July celebration are being distributed nationwide. Arc lights were installed in the grand stands at Taylor's Park to enhance visitor appeal for the event.
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Taylor's Park
Real Estate Transfers Reported for City Additions
Rollins Ferris transfers lots 6 and 7 in Schiller's addition to William Holsie for 600 dollars. Emma C. Schulte sells lot 2 in block 1 of Knowlton's second addition to Lewis O. Kuehner for 5,000 dollars.
School Examinations Conclude as Students Dismissed
Final examinations were held today in public schools and scholars were dismissed until Friday when certificates of promotion will be issued to those who passed.
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North Daknata
Winslow Woman Declared Insane in County Court
Mrs. Louisa Burnett of Winslow was adjudged insane in county court this morning and committed to the county farm for care.
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Louisa Burnett
Winslow
Railroad denies Sunday excursion for Prophetstown revival
The Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul railroad refused a Sunday excursion train to Fulton for the Prophetstown revival, citing church requests and worker rest concerns. Officials said no special Sunday trains would be run this season, and weekday options were not yet approved, dimming plans for a Freeport group’s trip.
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Wm. A
Freeport
Prophetstown
Whiteside County
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Road
Fulton
St. Paul Road
Chicago
Miller
Farmers Picnic Held by Damascus Association Tomorrow
Freeport residents prepare for the third annual Farmers' picnic at Phillips grove with Tena band playing. Hon. B. F. Wyman will address on Good Roads, joined by Howard Allman and E. D. Herbert. Athletic events include shot put hammer throw sprints and tug of war. A steamer excursion will run on the Pecatonica and a Damascus school hill festival caps the day.
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Freeport
Damacus
Pecatonica
Damascus School House
Miracles of Christ sermon at First U B Church
Despite heavy rain a good crowd attends Prof Landis at the First U B Church for a powerful address on the Miracles of Christ. Evening preaching at 7 46 features The Book Divine. all are welcome.
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U. B
Landis
Christ
Meeting Postponed After Weather Renders Quorum Unavailable
Due to bad weather the Business Men's meeting failed to obtain a quorum last evening and was postponed to Friday evening June 22 at the city hall, to be called at 8 o'clock sharp.
Help Gather Missing JourNAL of March 24 1906 Issue
Office seeks a copy of the Journal dated March 24 1906. Readers with an extra or unwanted issue are asked to provide it to aid archive completeness.
Increase in Population. Baby Boy Born to Howe Family
Mr and Mrs Howe of Cherry street welcome a baby boy as a new member of their household. The birth adds to the local population and is celebrated by the family and neighbors.
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Mrs. Howe
Cherry Street
Bargain Friday Discounts at Wright & Co
Remember bargain Friday June 3 with ten percent off cash purchases. Customers are urged to view remaining stock including trunks and slices at Wright & Co and take advantage of the sale.
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Wright & QO
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