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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1906
Page
5
A local advertiser touts steady methods and low prices claiming high quality goods and reliable service. The pitch emphasizes customer value and urges readers to make the store their regular purchasing place for satisfaction from every standpoint.
Freeport Building and Loan Association announces the 4th Series matured on May 1 and the 61st Series is now open for subscriptions. The notice promotes the system as secure and profitable with monthly payments of 60 cents per share, signed by Secretary O F Hildreth.
Harry K. Thaw was arraigned on a murder charge after allegedly shooting Stanford White. He was remanded to the Tombs prison without bail as the coroner scheduled an inquest for Thursday. Mrs. Thaw’s location remained uncertain as Evelyn Thaw did not appear, with a grand jury subpoena issued.
State Board of Health pushes milk purity campaign in Freeport with inspectors Kjellquist and Kennicott seizing 46 samples from dairies and restaurants. Samples seal and label with dealer names for official analysis, as fines rise for improper preservatives and substandard milk.
The supreme lodge of the Ancient Order of United Workmen wraps up meetings in Montreal and adopts a plan to clear arrears with ten cent monthly assessments per member. Jurisdictions must implement new rates by October 1 ranging from 1.24 per month per 1000 at age 18 to 9.65 at age 70. The guarantee fund is abolished and W H Narvis of Muscatine Iowa elected supreme master workman.
A court martial convicts Captain R F Wynne of the US Marine Corps on insubordination charges and recommends his dismissal from service The President approves the Navy Department recommendation that Wynne may resign his commission and his resignation will be requested immediately.
Manila report states Pulajane leaders Quientin and Adva surrendered to Governor Osmeno and the constabulary. They were the last resistors arrayed against American forces on Cebu Island.
Generally fair conditions expected in Chicago tonight with little change in temperature. Sunrise was at 4 25 a m and sunset at 7 40 p m.
Elgin Illinois June 25 The week's butter production reached 968000 pounds. Official quotation remains firm at 20 cents per pound.
President Roosevelt departed for Oyster Bay on June 26, starting a trip away from Washington indicated by a brief special dispatch.
Recent converts from Sunday revival meetings were formally received at First Presbyterian Church. The pastor and congregation hosted a social evening in the church parlor with an informal musical program. Mrs. Edna Baker Oyler sang, the Sunday school orchestra played, and refreshments were served as new members met the pastor and members.
Several hundred members and friends of the Second Presbyterian Church Sunday school spend the day at Globe park for the annual basket picnic. Buses transported participants in the morning and many arrived by car in the afternoon. Outdoor games and sports filled the day, ending with a baseball game between Sunday school pupils and teachers.
A special meeting of the King's Daughters' Settlement board reviewed Miss Webster's resignation. No action was taken beyond asking reconsideration, with a full decision to be heard at the next regular meeting on the second Monday in July.
Rev C K Carpenter of Polo Ill will deliver a free lecture on the Idylls of the King at Embury Church tonight He is well known in Rock River conference and in demand at chautauquas and institutes The evening promises vivid word painting of Tennyson's characters and invites all to attend
The Democratic County Central committee met in club rooms this afternoon to arrange for fall elections under the new primary law. A five member panel with the chairman and secretary will meet at 9 Saturday to draw delegate districts, with results to be presented to the central committee at 2:30 Saturday afternoon. Members listed are G. J. Dittmar and E. Pratt of Freeport, Martin Johnson of Davis, J. J. Lamb of Silver Creek, and W. J. Burley of Winslow.
Fred Bredel Co of Chicago sues Natural Carbon By-Products Co in federal circuit court claiming nonpayment for retorts and supplies bought earlier. Defendants cited are Natural Carbon By-Products Co William E Fry and American Trust and Savings Bank.
Miss Hazzard will demonstrate and lecture on Domestic Science during the Globe Park chautauqua. A teacher at Lewis Institute of Chicago she is a popular lecturer in this field. Demonstrations occur every morning in the Domestic Science hall. all ladies should plan to attend.
Workmen at the Illinois Central shops began building a large umbrella train shed this morning. The shelter will cover cars and engines in bad weather and will measure 50 feet wide and 880 feet long.
The Thylls of the King lecture starts at 8 sharp. Mr and Mrs J A Clark and daughters plan a Colorado summer. An important Saengerbund meeting is tonight with urgent attendance. Mrs Geo F Blust reports the death of Mrs A A Brubaker in Pasadena California, formerly of this city.
Chicago markets end of day report shows Sept wheat at 33 1/3 cents Sept corn 234 cents Sept oats -disc Sept lard 5 97 Sept ribs 9.25 to 9.27 cattle 2,500 strong cows heifers 1.40 to 1.60 stockers feeders 2.65 to 4.50 hogs 16,000 higher mixed butchers 6.30 to 6.55 good heavy 6.52 to 8.67 rough heavy 6.25 to 6.40 light 6.20 to 6.62 bulk sales 1.52 to 36.60 sheep 12,000 steady 4.75 to 6.50.
It boasts antiseptic healing and blood poisoning prevention. Chas. Oswald of Rensselaersville N Y says it cured Seth Burch of a severe neck sore. Cures cuts wounds burns and sores. 25c at Jos Emmert’s drug store.
For sale property listing on Carroll Street indicating potential transfer to Shawnee or other suitable purchaser. Stated as a general sale offer with flexible terms.
Mrs. Matilda Stout files for divorce from Charles Stout, a wealthy Freeport landowner living six miles northwest of the city in Erin township. She accuses extreme cruelty, neglect, and denial of medical care during illness, and names two young women as co respondents. The couple married in 1884 and have a son Milford. she seeks alimony, custody, and use of the homestead. The case is set for the September term.
Mr and Mrs Edward Moffett have returned to Kansas City after visiting Mr and Mrs Wim Treinbor arrangements noted as their hosts during the stay.
Advertises Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a remedy that removes black heads and brightens complexion. Claims to stimulate the entire nervous system and act as a great beautifier. Product priced at 33 cents by Joseph Emmpert.
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