Defeat weighs on Boer commander Cronje as march advances
From Orange River to Renspera and beyond, dispatches report Gen Cronje and wife en route to Cape Town looking dejected. Prisoners paraded. Free Staters and Transvaalers released. Boers retreat north as British forces close in. Roberts and Kitchener hosted by Cecil Rhodes. Ladysmith receiving 73 wagonloads of supplies including hospital comforts.
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Orange River
Cronje
Cape Town
Paarpesera
Free
Roberts
Kimpertey
Kitchener
Cecil Rhodes
Lonxpon
Buller
War Office
Ladysmith
Care Town
Simonstown
Renspera
Colesberg
Relief for Porto Rico funds urged by president
Washington reports state the president asked Congress to appropriat e over two million dollars from Porto Rico customs revenues since the American occupation for general relief purposes. The Senate discussed Manila saloons and liquor sales while the House passed the bill to implement the president’s recommended relief appropriation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Porto Rico
Senate
Pettigrew
S. D
Manila
Committee On Appropriations
Penrose
Hoar
House
Cannon
Cannon and Bailey
Texas
Ambush near Batangas by Thirty-eighth Infantry
Colonel Anderson and the Thirty-eighth Infantry ambushed the enemy near Batangas. Twenty four insurgents were killed, thirty wounded, and several captured. Some arms and ammunition were seized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
Col. Anderson
Batangas
President McKinley Travels to New York for Ohio Dinner
President McKinley and his party departed Washington at noon today en route to New York where he will attend the Ohio Society’s annual dinner tomorrow night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Washington
McKinley
Ohio Society
Bishop Marion N Gilbert Dies in Minnesota Diocese
St Paul Minn March 2 Special The Right Reverend Marion N Gilbert bishop coadjutor of the diocese of Minnesota Episcopalian died at 4 o'clock this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul, Minn
Marion N. Gilbert
Diocese of Minnesota
Boy Dies in Accident Near Malta During Rabbit Hunt
Daniel Corey ten year old son of W. H. Corey of Malta was accidentally killed this morning in Sycamore NL. He rode in a bobsled box when horses spooked, pitching him against the end gate and causing the gun to discharge its full load into his side.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sycamore
Daniel Corey
W. H. Corey
Malta
Cannon Porto Rican bill passes House by vote 162 to 107
Washington notes the bill granting Porto Rican status moved through the House with a 162 to 107 vote. Special dispatch details the party divisions and potential next steps as the measure advances in Congress.
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Washington
Northwestern Sun Time Card Changes for Train Schedules
A new time card takes effect in the division of the Northwestern Sun day. The morning Chicago train from Freeport shifts to 7:30 from 7:15, the evening Chicago train departs at 6:35 instead of 6:45, and the Sunday train leaves at 4:40 rather than 4:15. Adjustments are also made to arrivals from Chicago.
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Northwestern
Chicago
Freeport
Harlem groom and Florence bride wed in simple ceremony
At 7 30 Thursday evening Joseph Philip of Harlem and Miss Anna Althof of Florence were married by Rev C Hess. The Keystone League of Christian Endeavor will lead a meeting at the Salvation Army hall this evening. Ladies of Embury M E church with A to F surnames are asked to meet Saturday at 4 pm at the parsonage to arrange a sleigh ride for Monday night if sleighing remains good.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Philip
Harlem
Anna Althof
Florence
C. Hess
Schultze
Keystone League of Christian Endeavor of the Trinity Church
Salvation Army Hall
Free Lecture by Chaplain O Dell on Porto Rico and War
Dr O Dell pastor of Eastern Avenue Baptist Joliet Ill and chaplain of the Third Illinois delivers a free public lecture at First Baptist church on Monday night March 5 detailing the late war camp life and Porto Rico future. Admission free a voluntary collection aids young men pursuing education and preparation for life.
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O’dell
Ste
Illinois
O'Dell
Porto Rico
First Baptist Church
Crotzer Likely Renominated for Stephen Son County Board
The Lena Star commends F. L. Crotzer as one of the best men on the Stephen Son county board of supervisors. The present supervisor has served for years, shown sound judgment, and administered town affairs economically. Republicans hold a narrow board majority, and nominating a weak candidate could shift control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lena Star
Stephenson County Board of Supervisors
F. L. Crotzer
West Point
Crotzer
Sterling Nine Forms For 1900 Season Aiming Fort Wayne
Sterling has organized a ball team with Figgemier Wilcox and Starnagle from last season’s Freeport squad joined by Guy Sample who played Bloomington last year. Sample, based in Freeport, leaves tonight for Fort Wayne Indiana to pitch for that team for the 1900 season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterling
Figgemeier, Wilcox
Starnagle
Freeport
Guy Sample
Bloomington
Fort Wayne
Ind
Denver Review Profiles Grace Heroism In Huster Hotel Fire
The Denver Review highlights engineer Will Grace, an old Freeport boy, for his heroism during a disastrous hotel conflagration at Huster, Colo. Freeport boys are noted for their distinction wherever they are.
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Huster
Colo
The
Denver Review
Will Grace
Freeport
Chimes of Normandy Proceeds Benefit St Francis Hospital
Net receipts from the production total $350 and will be donated to St Francis hospital. The fundraiser supports hospital services and community health programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Normandy
St. Francis Hospital
City Hall Open for Continuous Visitor Inspections
Mayor Baumgarten announces city hall will be open for visitors to inspect at all times. The notice mentions a sale of tan lace shoes priced at 3 to 3.50 dollars and Staver's Clearing Sale items offered at 1.95 dollars.
Fresh Florida and seedling fruits at J A MacCres Co
Friday and Saturday March 2 and 3 offer a full line of fresh Florida Navals and Seedling oranges Baldwin and Greening apples genuine Jersey sweet potatoes fresh green onions radishes pie plant cauliflower celery parsley and lettuce all at rock bottom prices at J A MacCres Co Leading Grocers Telephone 53.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Jersey
Rock Bottom
J. A. MacCres & Co
Inquest Held and Lena Knights Open in New Hall
Coroner Currier traveled to Lena with a fireman and engineer of the Limited after a tragic incident involving J. E. Frey. A jury found the death accidental and funeral plans for Eph Frey were announced at Amity Lutheran church. Knights of Pythias met in new quarters with the program to be formalized. Numerous local residents and visitors were noted, including Jacob Leckington's funeral and regional work transfers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lena
Currier
Limited
J. E. Frey
R. M. White
J. A. Hoyam
Geo. Shoesmith
F. B. Shearer
T. A. Saul
F. A. Latham
Eph” Frey
Amity Lutheran Church
Frey
C. C. Kiplinger
Dr. Kauffman
Knights of Pythias
J. C. Kauffman
F. P. Waite
G. M. Stanchfield
Jacob Leckington
Dunkard
Louisa
W. K. Moore
Nora
Leckington
Mennonite Church
W. H. Crotzer
Péle
D. W. McCarthy
Belvidere
Rock
Chas. Doll
Newton Bailey
Freeport
Taylor
Nate White
Chicago
Cashton paper notes F A Smith sells Cashton property
A Cashton Wisconsin paper reports F A Smith now of Freeport has disposed of his last Cashton property and is described as a public spirited citizen who helped build up Cashton. He is identified as a nephew of Wm Smallwood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cashton, Wis
F. A. Smith
Freeport
Cashton
Wm. Smallwood
Annual Praise Meeting at First Presbyterian Church
The Foreign Missionary Society of the First Presbyterian church will hold its annual praise meeting on Friday afternoon March 9 in the church parlors. Mrs. Martha Barber Eaton of Beloit will speak about Chinese and Japanese homes she has visited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Foreign Missionary Society of the
First Presbyterian Church
Martha Barber Eaton
Beloit
Weather Forecast and Local Notices from Cutpaco
Illi nois Fair tonight and Saturday cooler in the north and central part of the state. Miss Josie Meyers marked a birthday with a card party at her West Freeport home February 27. Ten dollars in gold was given by her sister. Frank Cowell is ill. Bertha Keith and Henry Polk announce their engagement. Stewart family trips to Chicago then Anaconda, Montana. Mr Hettinger faces a serious mumps illness.
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Cutpaco
Illinois
Josie Meyers
West Freeport
Frank Cowell
Bertha Keith
Henry Polk
Stewart
Chicago
Anaconda
Montana
Mr. Hettinger
Dry goods merchant to redecorate store soon
J. Hoffman, a dry goods merchant, will inaugurate a store cleanup before a major redecorating program. He plans a new front and shelving as part of the changes and will reduce his stock as much as possible beforehand by selling off items in the advertisement in another column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Hoffman
Funeral of Mrs. Otto Weik Held at Benton Street Residence
The funeral of the late Mrs. Otto Weik was held this afternoon from the family residence on Benton street with Rev. L C Burling officiating. Pallbearers included Phil Arno Henry Baier John M Walz George Schinig Herman Brining and A Shermack.
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Otto Weik
Benton Street
Rev. L. C. Burling
Phil Arno
Henry Baier
John M. Walz
George Schinig
Herman Brining
A. Shermack
A Successful Operation Involving Huenkemeier Family
G A Huenkemeier returns from Chicago with his sister Matilda after an operation described as most successful. Her recovery is expected to be speedy and smooth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A._Huenkemeier
Chicago
Matilda
Electric Bitters Restores Cherokee Man After Attack
An attack on C F Collier of Cherokee Iowa left him with severe back and kidney pain. He could not stoop or sit without cushions until Electric Bitters eased his symptoms. The remedy purifies the blood and boosts health, selling for 50c at Emmert and Burrell's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. F. Collier
Cherokee
Iowa
Emmert & Burrell
May Marry, Simon Beath and Dina Hayunga Pair
May marriage notices list Simon Beath of Winnebago and Dina Hayunga of German Valley with a Lakeview cross reference. The ad promotes Rocky Mountain Tea for health and beauty claims. Emmert & Burrell advertise ladies shoes with lace and button styles. Staver's Clearing Sale price $1.50 from former $2.50 to $3.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simon Beath
Winnebago
Dina Hayunga
German Valley
Emmert & Burrell
Staver
Stover exhibit chief reaches London. Paris trip set
J. M. Irvin, newly charged with the Stover exhibit at the Paris exposition, cables arrival in London. W. A. Merrifield, secretary of Stover Manufacturing, announces plans to sail for Paris on June 13 to attend the exposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Irvin
Paris
Stover
London
W. A. Merrifield
Stover Manufacturing, Company
Cure LaGrippe with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets
An early 20th century advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets as a cure for la grippe in two days. The copy guarantees a refund from druggists if the remedy fails and bears E. W. Graves’s signature on each box, priced at 25 cents for a package of two.
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E. W. Grave
Chimes of Normandy Benefit Thanks Supporters
The sisters of St Francia hospital express gratitude to all who participated in and aided the Chimes of Normandy benefit, noting the generous public support and patronage. Sisters Sr Francis Hosrirac C Katvenace
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sisters of
St. Francia Hospital
Normandy
Francis Hosrirac
C. Katvenace
Home Druggist's Guarantee Cold Cure Claim
An advertisement promises Dr. Hoag's E-Z Cold Cure will cure a cold in a day if started early and may prevent grippe pneumonia and other illnesses. The 25 tablets cost 25 cents and a money back guarantee is offered if not as represented by G. B. Chamberlin, Chas. F. Johnson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoag
Chamberlin
Chas. F, Johnson
Clearing Sale Prices Highlighted at Staver's Event
Mrs John G Oyler vocal culture teacher lists prices from Staver's Clearing Sale held at 136 West Street. The notice notes sale dates 2 19 and 2 26 with prices and items referenced in the ad copy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John G. Oyler
West St
Staver
Building Lots for Sale in Knowlton Additions
Real estate notice for Freeport offers plots west of the Hospital in Knowlton's Third Addition and Knowlton's Second Addition. Lots available on easy terms to buyers planning quality homes. Several lots already sold to purchasers intending to build.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knowlton
Freeport
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Wilbur Lumber CO
Exchange St
Brewster House
Rand Operahouse
Nannette Comstock
Charles Frohman
Empire Theatre
Hollister & Fargher
Emmert & Burrell’s
St Stephenson Street
Freeport, Ill
Syour'ey
Ze & ES
Masesle Temple
Chicaqo
Kent
John Reising
Aurora
Gen. Atkins
Mert & Burrell
WM. F. Jungkunz
H.j.moqoge
Wanner
Beecham
Telephone
Knights of
Pythias
New Hall
Hood’s
West Freeport Notes
C. S. Barrett
Bongston
Freeport, IL
Knowlton Bros., — Bankers
E. Bengston
Jewelry Store
Stephenson Street
Pana
Harden & Tice Distributors
Jenks Bros
Stephenson
Walton
Archerina Boards
C.H. Little
Galena Street
Trp
Reliable Jewelers
T. H . Hollister
Stephenson Treat
New England
Michigan
Wm. Walton
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