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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1886
Page
2
A Detroit business figure argues against dismissing widely advertised products as frauds, citing massive newspaper campaigns and thousands of testimonials for Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey. He insists strong endorsements from peers and consumers prove merit, while advertising alone can mislead without genuine quality.
An excursion operates to Hammond Louisiana leaving Freeport at 6:38 a.m. ticket price round trip 18.05 with return validity 30 days. Stop overs allowed south of Cairo. Circular titled A Northern Man's Verdict of Hammond available from Maanches ter Iowa agent J.7 Masany Gen West Pass Agt.
The Tilinoia Central advertises a June excursion to Tennessee and Mississippi at low rates. For details, contact the nearest J. C. ticket agent or the Manchester Iowa address. Also promotes Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoa Remedy with pricing and a list of products at ILD Post & Co's in town.
Michigan Central promotes a July trip package to Canada with two rail routes via Thomas and Niagara Falls. Round trip Chicago to Toronto priced at 89.00. other options include Montreal and Ottawa legs with stops at Ottawa and Toronto. Also advertises Dr Marchisi’s Gatholicon for female health with prices and dealer Swarts Bros. Drugists.
An excerpt from the Fortnightly Review celebrates the Campagna's beauty and mood. It contrasts expansive slopes, vines, towns, rivers, and distant towers with reflections on memory and impending events. The piece notes artists’ playful banter during excursions toward mountains and a substantial inn that aids long walks.
A forenoon encounter between a Black man and a woman leads to insults, accusations, and a vow of marriage, with the man realizing his social collapse as he trails after her toward a hospital.
A New York Herald report recalls senators filing from the eastern portico after an executive session. Becket and others are described as new wealthy figures, with Beck astonished by a newspaper listing his name among millionaires and sharing the moment with his wife at home.
The excerpt critiques rushing life and rail travel, arguing haste dulls appreciation of scenery and literature. It notes readers lose delight in style when pressed to consume quickly, and mocks pretentious writers who imitate a flawed modern fashion.
The article traces war built ships like the Passaic and the Monitor, noting designs, armor, and turret innovations. It discusses their performance, evolution of naval architecture, and the influence of Ericsson’s turreted principle on later ships. It also mentions surviving vessels and broader implications for modern armor and propulsion.
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