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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1886

Page

4

Bargain Note Claims Constant Falcon Brand Offer

A brief notice touts ongoing bargains with a focus on fal Silda products offered at consistent prices. The ad highlights repeat discounts and steady availability for shoppers seeking dependable value.

City in Brief From Freeport Daily Journal 1886

Farmers await rain. Prof George Howell from Lena visited Freeport. Max Blade sails for Europe on July 10. Clement & Dixon to appear at Germania half race week. Mrs Cornelia Hazlett funeral tomorrow at 10. Excursion for Fourth of July at Sayani. Passenger Agent Quintin of the QO&K city distributing fans. Local improvements include a new stair crossing on lower Stephenson.ун

Seldel George Howell Lena Max Blade Europe Phe C. D William Walton Delavanake Alvan Boynton Clinton Town Clement & Dixon Company Germania Freeport Commandery Fenner & Brown Janeuville Choral Union Prof. Torrens Cornelia Hazlett Harry M. Ayde Beloit College Lash Molrcourt Schoaffel Nebraska Anks Satirning St Dulnqua Te Mie Sayani Quintin

Captured by Cupid Mish Kya Grandson and Deputy Schofield Wed

At a Tuesday night ceremony at Mr Wonty Granaden’s residence the bride Mish Kya Grandson, daughter of a Freeport citizen, wed Deputy Sheriff Milton E. Schofield. The Episcopal service was used with about forty guests, mostly relatives. A wedding feast followed and gifts were generous. the couple reside in Stewart and Fair’s plat.

Cupid Mths Kya Granaphn Stlerify M. 1. Schofield Lasy Mont Fotclock Wonty Granaden Mish Kya Milton E. Schofield BR. 1. Tisey Baptist Church Schofield Freeport Uerfica Robert Schofiell

People vs Charles Lashell at Carroll County Circuit Court

The People versus Charles Lashell, charged with murder, was called in Carroll County Circuit Court. A plea of not guilty was entered and the case was continued to the next term. Lashell appeared gaunt in court, facing a brutal charge and the county's strong demand for the extreme penalty if guilt is proven.

Carroll County Mureder Jarroll County

Seminary History and Notable Visitors at Rock River School

The piece recounts Mt Morris events with absent Revs and local figures, Morna Porrigo’s seminary assignment, and addresses by W Spencer of Philadelphia and Jol Hitt of Chicago. It recalls the 1840 founding under Rock River M E Conference, the early campus “Ol Sand Stone,” and initial staff including Rev Daniel iid doer and Miss Cormatin A. Jusyell. The institution began June 2 1840, cost about $24,000, and opened with 108 male and 18 female students, later mortgaged to current owners Le Dun and Society of Northern lines.

Mt. Morris Mattivon Joseph Wardle Hix Ewing Tieard Minard Mlansburg Sheena Hodson Galena Jr. WE Spencer Philadelphia Jol Hitt Chicago Rock River M Bistinction Pho Daniel 2. Iiddoer A. M Joseph A. Wigtrongr Acti Iui Cormatin A. Jusyell Ianny Russall Sumitary Rock River Moe le Dunk and Society of Northern Lines

Local Notes and Obituaries from Lena June 30

Norwegin Plow company of Dubuque case cited as Mitchell involved in business matters in Leak Munday. Magoon imposes injunction against R. E H Magoon and PT M Dodds over $15,000 in notes. Jerome Russell returns from eastern trip via New York and Pennsylvania. James O Vanvoorhis gravely ill with consumption at home. Amy Smith leaves for Dakota to visit relatives. Frank Rising dies age 19 from diabetes and prior leg disease. cremains destined for Rockford. Family members travel with remains. local church affiliation noted.

Lana Mitchell Norweghin Plow -Company Dubuque Munday Lusinesa Henry Magoon R. E H. Magoon PT. M. Dodds Jerome Russell New York Pennsylvania Trey N. ‘Tiny Barnes, Tevicultural James O'Vanvorg Jimmy Auiy Smith Dakota Frank Rising Mrs. Sr. Rising Frank Lena Presbyterian Church of Rockford S. Rising R. S. Rising Katie Rising Miss Rising Aurora Mary Ising Amlora

National Educational Association to Meet at Topeka

The National Educational Association plans a July 9 to 16 meeting in Topeka Kansas with a special excursion by the Central company at reduced rates. The article lists past meetings and prominent educators, notes eligibility for membership, and outlines department programs including Council, Elementary, Kindergarten, Music, and Superintendence. Mr P21 Murphy of Illinois Central has tickets and information.

National Educational Association MEIC Topeka Kanhaba Kansar Fisue Mmlinols Central Company Ia Freaport Tie Philadelphia Cincinnatii Washington Butlilo Chicago Ogdensluugh Harrisburg Indianapolis Nunabville Trenton St. Louis Boston Elmira United States National Council of Education Daniel Hagar Salem Mass Jol W. Lascombe Arve Waller Goodnough Columbus G.stanley Mall Baltimore Mal Warren Baston Baton Tonge Mach P21. Murphy Illinois Central le Ghal

Ol Yank of Lake Tahoe built a five story hotel

A Carson Appeal portrait of Ol Yank, the Lake Tahoe pioneer, detailing his rugged rise from log cabin beginnings to a storied hotelier. From buckskin saddle to limited capital, he battled fires and mortgages, hosting trappers and travelers with mountain hospitality. Now a five story hotel marks his comeback.

Carson Ol Yank Lake Tahoe Old Yank Ing Mie Tallac House Yank Lucky Baldwin Willionaire Jie

The Practical Joke Declined by Irish Duelist Power

Power, famed Irish duelist, declined a reckless drinking party challenge after a waiter served potatoes at an inn. The host concealed two covered dishes with loaded pistols beneath each lid. Power drew a pistol and offered to duel the serving guest, while noting that if killed he would still seek satisfaction for his friend at the table. The entertainer refused the dangerous invitation.

Power Hackwood

Sub-Contracts Set For Minnesota and Northwestern Road

In Dubuque yesterday Messrs Shepard and Winston arrived to solicit sub contracts for the Minnesota and Northwestern road from Freeport to Chicago. Bidders included J N Foye of Dubuque and W W Young of Manchester. The Joliet to Aurora line remains incomplete. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers is expanding rapidly with strong eligibility rules. An injunction was served on the B C R N preventing track crossing by the Central and guarding details were adjusted. Judge Shiras will hear the permanent injunction June 8 at the Hotel Lafayette.

Opera McGiheny Freeport Portland Oregon McGibany Jamie Viola Mosh Rank Efis McGibenys Rockford Wil Wisconsin Minnesota Milwaukee New Road Messrs Shepard & Winston Minnesota and Northwestern Chicago Dubuque Freaport Larson's J. N. Foye Durbuque W. W. Young Manchester Joliet Aurora Northern Road Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers United States Canada Owlet America Detroit Mich Motherhood of the Footboard Brotherhood Artur Freeport Enplocers Loable Desmond Waverly Central Ilinois Centrals Snpt Gilleas The Illinois Central Shiras I Hotel Lafayette Lake Minnetonka Mik Tte Witverly

Militia Headquarters Stay at Elgin as Informal Mooting Planned

Militia notes show Elgin base remaining open with a regular mooting of Company GC tonight. A large delegation will depart for Camp Lincoln while Vandall of the Third Regiment is mustered. Lieut Chas Ferrier of Elgin COU is mentioned. Company GC will not join a city celebration on the Fourth. Several suivytheons are queued to depart, but none accepted.

Elgin Camp Lincoln Chas. Ferrier Elgin Cou Whelts Eerste Wan

Class Roll For Miss Wilsons Joan Month

School record lists pupils in Room No 1 Miss M A Wilsons class who were neither absent nor tardy in the month. Names include Ems Widman Merlie Mea Adi Fhichtemeier Janelle Rntorf Chaclia Musser Tillie Schnidt Annie Chove Esther Kiay Neichlie Scott Burtie Williams Wardie McLees Edith Bowers Stanley Kwngterger Awan Reise Mamie Women Alven Biker Charlie Host Jutanne Hitchie Gertie Kneller Fred Mayer Roan Nu 3 Migete Sehoul Miss Aurand and teacher. Bertha Suen Johnnie Jenks noted as yearlong nonabentes.

M. A. Wilson Joan Ems Widman Merlie Mea Adi Fhichtemeier Janelle Rntorf Chaclia Musser Tillie Schnidt Annie Chove Esther ‘Kiay Neichlie Scott Burtie Williams Wardie McLees Edith Bowers Stanley Kwngterger Awan Reise Mamie Women Alven Biker Charlie Host Jutanne Hitchie Gertie Kneller Fred Mayer Roan Nu Migete Sehoul Miss Aurand Bertha Suen Johnnie Jenks

Death of A Reifsnyder at Freeport funeral Friday

Obituary notes the death of Absolom Reifsnyder at his Freeport home after a long illness. Born in Lancaster County, he built wealth in real estate, served as Second National Bank director, and left two children and several relatives. Funeral at Embury M E Church conducted by Rev Wardle Friday at 4 p.m. Also reports Henry W. Dexter of Mankato, whose funeral will be in Freeport tomorrow after a path from England to Freeport and a later mental illness.

A. Reifsnyder Tite Absolom Reifsnyder Tie California J. Wardle Tia Aon Benjamin Philadelphia M. M. Mayer Reifsnyder Embury M. I Lancaster Sehuylkill County Parmer’s Bank Maria Lewis Churchtown Relfsnyder Chicago Babcock’s Grove Vreaport M. Krinbill Solomon Frey Henney Reitsnyder Freeport Second National Bank Sarah Carey Benjamin Reifsnyder Ofice Pennsylvania & Reading Road Florence Kangus Chag. Hans Rteifsnyder Episcopal Church Methodist Salem Church Embinry M. E. Chireh Embury Clurch I. W. Dexter Mankato Minnesota Henry W. Dexter W. W. Lott al Jenkins Dexter England Cautier Walton Tailoring Iis Legion Tle Sue

No More Appointments At Board Meeting

Board of Education held no meeting Tuesday afternoon at Clark Turnum office. Discussion included the High School training program now discontinued. Officials expected to complete appointment list next Saturday evening at Tad o'clock. no action taken yet on several teacher and janitor positions.

Mme Awaln Clark Turnum Board of Education Tad O'Cloel

Track Becomes Choreography Of Odd Notes At Shivon Meet

Jumbled report from At the Track dated 4.1 describes Clifford shipping Dick Calder to Shivon with follow on, Dia planning Jack trot at the park on Saturday, and Leroy the horseman departing. The Freeport Gain club sponsored a blackbird shoot crowd at the park, and Apollo Male Quartet along with Che Banjo quartet scheduled at Temperance hall on March 3.

Clifford Dick Calder Shivon Tnurow Dia Jack Leroy Haus Lio Aid Ssyunvedl Hedeft Ita Membes Freeport Gain Club Apollo Willige Che Temperance Finll

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