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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1906
Page
1
The notice touts consistent business practices with goods described as high quality and prices stated as always as low as possible. It emphasizes reliable advertising and steady value for customers across offerings.
Mrs Mary L McKinney of Aledo Illinois was found guilty of cruelty to her ward Stella Grady and sentenced to two years in the penitentiary. The court also declared her insane and ordered commitment to the Chester asylum. Attorneys plan to seek a new trial.
A blaze destroyed the Mabbatt elevators A and B on Archer avenue and adjacent structures in Chicago. About 100000 bushels of grain were lost and 25 families were displaced. The total loss is estimated at 350000 dollars.
King Haakon and Queen Maude held their first levee in Trondhjem with all special embassies, statesmen, officials and other prominent persons in attendance.
Freeport Business Men's association unanimously endorsed an amusement park plan adjoining the White schoolhouse in West Freeport. Promoter H L Breinig outlined benefits, financing, and locations, noting over $9,000 already subscribed and a target opening mid July. The project, with an 80,000 capital base and a river of supports, includes a roller coaster, theatre, and safe, liquor-free grounds. interurban fare matters and park upkeep were discussed.
Several hundred people gathered at Kiel railroad station to welcome Congressman Longworth and Mrs. Longworth as their train from London pulled in. The scene reflected warm public reception during their visit and highlighted ongoing diplomatic attendance.
Decatur Ill June 23 special The committee on locating the 250000 Pythian home has selected Decatur The choice was announced today by the committee and favorable reports were received from local leaders and residents confirming Decatur as the site for the project
Chicago forecast notes light rain tonight with sunny conditions on Sunday. Sun up at 4 24 a m and sun down at 7 40 p m.
Closing board of trade figures for Sept. wheat corn oats and pork lard ribs. Union stock yards steady cattle beeves cows heifers stockers feeders hogs mixed butchers and bulk sales and sheep. market conditions noted as slow steady and steady ranges across categories.
Grace church and Second Presbyterian Sunday schools announce annual picnics at Globe park. Grace church buses depart 1 30 p m from the church and 5 p m from Stephenson street car terminus with 20 cent round trip for adults. Second Presbyterian picks up at 7 30 a m for a basket picnic on Tuesday June 24 with bus service for all members and friends.
Last evening in the lecture room of the Second Presbyterian church a reception honored the new members who joined the church last Sunday. Elders and their wives and Rev. F. A. Hosmer welcomed guests as they entered and escorted them to the parlor for refreshments and a brief address. The rooms were decorated with roses and flowers.
Miss Susan Rosenstiel daughter of Mr and Mrs B D Rosenstiel graduates from Ann Arbor University with a Bachelor of Arts degree.
An 85 cent Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea ad claims cleanliness is the first and second law of beauty, promising to cure complexion ills with tea or tablets from Joseph Emimert.
Sample vests valued up to 28.00 dollars were offered at a steep discount of 1.12 dollars this Saturday at BE and Wests 225, drawing interest from buyers.
Nathan Angle, a county figure with many relatives, was declared insane today by a county court jury. The crowded courtroom included ministers as spectators. State's Attorney Burrell led the People's case and R P Eckert spoke for Angle. He described himself as a mono maniac on poisons, claiming he has been poisoned six times and fears deliberate poisoning in his surroundings. Angle testified he has been poisoned half a dozen times and accused several M E churches ministers of plotting against him. He plans to appeal to the circuit court.
A full rehearsal of the Children's day exercises of the Second Presbyterian Sunday school will be held tonight at the church.
A fragment notes Hollister’s by Mountain Yea advertised as a greatest beautifier that removes black heads and drives away beauty ills. It claims to stimulate the whole nervous system and restore fading loveliness, credited to Emmert.
In the Wilcoxon v Wilcoxon dispute Judge O D Heard ruled against T D Wilcoxon on a fourth of the estate and rents from the WHI lcoxon block since 1887, likely leading to an appeal to Illinois Supreme Court. R R Tiffany for Wilcoxon motioned for new trial after a jury found W F F Kevern guilty of a statutory offense. judge overruled and Kevern plans appeal to the state supreme court.
The Republican county central committee met this afternoon to arrange delegate districts under the new primary law. James Rezner chaired a three member committee plus the chairman and secretary to draw the districts. Members named were Rezner Taggart and Hawke. The panel will meet July 2 with the central committee as the county primary holds August 4 and delegates are appointed on July 2.
Freeport Gun club members prepare for a July 12 diamond badge contest in Freeport drawing marksmen from Rockford Janesville Beloit and Amboy. Prizes include valuable awards and a trophy that becomes the holder's after three consecutive wins currently held by a Rockford shooter.
George Ives a center fielder for the local Wisconsin league team traveled to Davenport this morning to negotiate with several players and hopes to bring them home this evening as the squad is short staffed. Zollers returned to Centralia after trying to keep up with league speeds, proving he is outmatched by tougher competition.
Richard Snyder of Red Oak was in town on business. August 8S. Held traveled to Chicago for business. Miss Lillian Grant left for Chicago to spend the summer. Mrs Harry Guyer and daughter of Polo visit J C Guyer family. Mr and Mrs Henry Sorchers came from German Valley. Agnes Farnum of Madison visited friends in town. Robert H Nicol editor of Charles City Press was a Freeport caller. George Stanchfield of Leny en route to Chicago. Marie Crotzer in town en route to Lena after Monroe visit. Pp J Geib returns from two weeks east visiting Boston and New York. W C Bergman and Harry Bergman leave for Stoughton Wis. Hon A Bergman to lakes Monday. Mr and Mrs Wim Wagner, Mrs Louise Kleinpell of Casseville, and Miss Rosy Wagner go to Davenport for several days.
Word from Freeport today reports the eldest Shaffer son improving while hope returns for the younger, whose life was despaired of yesterday.
Frank Stoessiger, proprietor of Forest Park, plans building a shelter to protect picnic parties from rain. Ten picnics have been held this season without incident, but he seeks safety with an improvement.
Banker Charles D. Knowlton offers a Freeport lot for sale on small partial payment with five or more years to pay. Deferred payments may be weekly monthly or quarterly. If the purchaser dies after purchase, the lot will be deeded to heirs or named beneficiary and remaining balance canceled. Lots priced lower than nearby vacant parcels within court-house distance.
The finest vacant lots in Freeport lie between Carroll and Float streets with High Street crossing. Platted just over two years ago, 42 lots sold and 17 houses built. 29 lots remain for sale at low prices with terms to suit buyers. Sewer gas water mains and cement walks included. Fifty dollars cash and ten dollars per month with five percent interest. Buy now at these best choice lots.
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