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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1905
Page
6
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Washington June 24 forecast predicts a continent spanning disturbance crossing the Pacific and Rockies July 1 to 3, with a major hot wave reaching near Pittsburg and Toronto by July 4. A cool spell follows with widespread showers, drouth in parts of the east, and notable planetary observations before sunrise and after sunset.
The Stephenson county class of 1905 graduation was held this afternoon in the High school assembly room with a program of music, recitations, and declamations. Rev. J K Shields gave the address and Raines, superintendent of Fresport schools, presented the diplomas.
William Stotfregen was struck by a passenger train at a Illinois Central crossing in Galena yesterday afternoon. He suffered a fractured skull and severe head injuries. Conductor Daly and Engineer Crockett, both of Freeport, operated the train. The crossing is noted as highly dangerous due to limited sight lines around curves.
An article arguing women’s sphere extends beyond home yet society narrows roles. It touts Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for female weakness and related ailments, claiming cures for leucorrhea, prolapse, and uterine troubles with testimonials and a $500 reward for unsatisfied customers.
Janesville merchants form a protective association to curb fake advertising solicitors after two exploit schemes. A woman used the Women's Relief Corps name for $10, and another impostor in Milwaukee collected funds for a church, yielding little beyond cookbooks. Merchants vow action as similar scams occur elsewhere. Also noted are low excursion rail fares to San Francisco and a Denver Epworth League special train with routes via the Chicago & North-Western Railway.
Very low round trip fares advertised by Chicago and Northwestern Railway for routes to Portland with optional side trips to Yellowstone and Alaska, plus Denver via Northwestern Line for tickets sold June 30 to July 4, with returns. Information and illustrated folder available by sending a 2 cent stamp.
The cabbage hair worm, blamed for cabbage crop losses, is shown harmless by the U S Department of Agriculture. The report says rumors of poisonous worms were false and most damage cited was based on untrue or exaggerated claims. Thousands of growers suffered unnecessary losses from the scare.
Coal dealers report unusually high sales this time of year as fear of mine closures prompts prewinter stocking. Dealers say cold weather and reports of operators possibly shutting mines drive steady orders though not everyone views a shortfall as imminent. Consumers buy ahead to avoid winter shortages and prices, with ample stock believed to remain for some time.
Very low round trip fares to Baltimore in May on the Northwestern line for July 1 2 4 travel to the International Christian Endeavor Convention. Tickets available from Chicago with favorable return options, via Chicago and Northwestern Railway agents.
Fragmented OCR items celebrate Foley’s Honey and Tar as asthma remedy, Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for Cuban diarrhoea, and a brief bio on Ty TB Brickwell and suffrage links. Article includes names, places like Davenport and Houston, and historical advocacy details.
W L Yancy of Paducah Kentucky and Mrs Barber of Irwinville Georgia praise Foley's Kidney Cure for kidney disease and sudden colic relief. Ads note Drs failed, three bottles cured, and recommend Chamberlain's remedies for digestion and constipation. Sold by local druggists.
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