05 Mar 1898
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1898
Page
1
People with kidney diseases suffer gradual loss of strength and vitality. They should try Foley's Kidney Cure, a guaranteed preparation. H. J. Moogk, Swartz & Fleck.
Weather bulletin from St Joseph Missouri dated March 6 predicts storm waves crossing the continent from the 6th to the 24th with disturbances reaching the Pacific coast by the 7th and a warm wave entering the Rockies around the 17th. Great central valleys see peak activity 19th to 21st, eastern states 21st to 24th. temperatures rise then fall with potential record cold by late March. Local forecast places storm effects within Freeport area within 24 hours of March 6.
The piece extols Charles Dudley Warner's Library of the World's Best Literature as a premier guide to choose worthy books, marking it a temple of literary worship and a gateway to all genius. It promotes obtaining the introductory edition on easy terms from Harper's Weekly, with ads for Dr Wood's Pine Syrup and a Hew Shorthand class at Freeport College.
A fast-talking stranger claiming to represent the International Subscription Agency of New York is working in this state offering a 30 percent discount on magazine and paper subscriptions until April 1. Authorities warn he is a swindler. avoid contact. The ad ends with a sales pitch for Rockey Mountain Tea by Enunert & Burrell.
A novel airless tire packs curled cold hair into its hollow center, matching pneumatic tire appearance when inflated. It resists punctures, allows riding over tacks and glass, and aims for easy rideability. Also advertised are Bucklen's Arnica Salve and a book-table typewriter invention. Emmert & Burrell market the items.
The 24 hour outlook from 8 p m yesterday shows Indiana and minors fair weather with variable winds, Michigan and Wisconsin fair and slightly warmer with light southerly winds, and lunar area fair with southeast winds. Also noted is Dr Thomas Electric Oil for burns wounds sore throat croup and asthma from Emmert and Burrell.
Mrs A C Thomas at 255 Galena Street offers hair work in all its branches. services include styling, fitting, and maintenance for all hair types with personal consultations available.
Rome celebrated the Jubilee of the Italian constitution with King Humbert applauded by 8,000 troops at the San Mateo esplanade and in the capitol. He spoke to senators and mayors praising unity and the rescuing of Italy, while nationwide demonstrations and illuminations marked the occasion.
Shanghai dispatch reports Nan-Kin and Hu-Kuang viceroys aligning with Hunan governor to run Yangtse valley and adjacent regions, sidelining the emperor and risking dual Chinese administrations. Lively notes on Yangtse revenues tied to Anglo German loan and broader European influence. Also brief items from London and Athens on Russo Crete moves and Japan asking Russia about Port Arthur occupation. An ad for Dean’s Ointment promises instant relief for hive stings.
Notice to taxpayers states tax books are in the collector's hands at the rear of the First National Bank. Taxes must be paid at once, as books will be held only briefly. Contact J. E. Ruston at 158 Giddenson Street for the sale, fresh eggs, and telephone inquiries.
A Detroit real estate figure, Frank B. Trout, testifies that his daughter recovered from extreme illness after using Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. He describes years of weakness, weight loss, and failing health, and says the pills cured her within six months. The affidavit, sworn March 4, 1897, extols the pills as restoring blood and nerves, with sales through doctors or mail order from Schenectady, New York.
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