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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1908
Page
1
The Associated Press reports showers in Illinois this evening and Friday. Wisconsin and Iowa should expect rain or snow tonight into Friday, with unsettled conditions across the region.
Nebraska's Democratic delegates to the national convention will pledge to vote for William Jennings Bryan. Twelve of sixteen district delegates selected. four at large to be chosen by the state convention. All sixteen instructed to support Bryan at Denver. Bryan's anticipated Denver speech draws attention to national political views.
Chicago reports Rosie Stern and Olga Averbuch, sisters of a man killed by Chief Shippy, were released from custody at noon today after arrest in connection with the police investigation into Shippy’s attempted assassination.
Rev Silas C Swallow the Prohibition party candidate for the 1904 U S presidency is seriously ill at his Harrisburg home with typhoid pneumonia according to Associated Press dispatch dated March 5.
The closing board of trade quotations show May wheat at 98 3/4 to 90, May corn 63 1/4, May oats 85 3/4, May pork 11.92, May lard 47.71, May ribs 6.70. Cattle 6,500 steady to higher with Beeves 6.00 to 6.10, Cows and heifers 1.90 to 5.00, stockers feeders 2.80 to 4.90. Hogs 36,000 steady with Light 14.20 to 14.45, Mixed 4.26 to 4.50, Heavy 14.25 to 4.52, Rough 4.25 to 4.80, Bulk Sales 4.40 to 4.45. Sheep 12,000 strong, 3.40 to 5.80. Quotations furnished by F J Miner & Co, Rice Building.
Miner and Co furnishes the latest trading picture from the New York Stock Exchange. The report highlights the most active stocks of the day, listing price movements and notable volume shifts observed across key equities.
Patrons report excellent service as sleet and snow were cleared from tracks a week ago Tuesday. Cars run on time and pass by quickly. The waiting room has been cleaned and callers are appreciated.
An old advertisement touts use of Pinesalve Carbolized as a poultice for cuts sores burns and chapped skin. Sold by TH. J. Moogk and P. Guenther in local commerce.
Inaccurate OCR style ad notes a shirt described as Any StitY Bosom at a lanse with 25 percent off. Store Be and W Clothis fiuuisu lists 3 Pd in a garbled phrase.
Freeport public schools conduct monthly drills with all nine buildings emptying in about one minute. At Union Street School 365 pupils evacuated in one minute fifteen seconds with orderly, crowd-free exits. Older students lead, opening spaces for younger pupils, while doors remain outward swinging to reduce danger.
Fire loss adjusted by W H Rothermel for Meyer vinegar works totals 11676.90 with 8000 on factory and 3676.90 on warehouse and contents. Large warehouse stocked damaged by fire and water. salvage noted. Stahl forecasts firm to realize about three fifths of losses. rebuild planned at old site with modern fire proof factory. Office at Illinois Central freight house. One partner absent. rebuilding plans to be discussed on return.
The text stresses the need for safe exits, both private and public, until provisions are established to protect children's lives. It emphasizes timely action and clear safety measures to prevent harm to minors.
Oscar Ruthe faces a theft charge in Police Magistrate Bentley's court for stealing from an elderly woman. He previously avoided harsher penalties due to officials with lenient positions. Ruthe, recently married, failed to support his wife as she worked to support both. He robbed Catherine Miley on Kickapoo Street, taking 25 cents intended for a bread man, and now awaits a $140 bond to remain in county jail.
George Showalter Albert J Frick and Bert Dana head from Peoria to Chicago joining several Preeporters to visit the Mesa Rica mine in Sonora Mexico. Four men will journey to Navozari then ride 25 miles to the mine by horseback expecting a six week trip. The group plans return after exploration and negotiations for sale options.
Coroner begins inquiry into cause after a Cleveland fire at Lake View school left many victims. Up to 112 bodies recovered identified. total fatalities unknown and possibly around twenty more. Funeral arrangements being planned as investigators probe smouldering ruins. In Grand Rapids, a fire at Central High during a drill caused little damage with 1200 students evacuating orderly.
The circuit court adjourned to 11 o'clock next Monday morning. Cases set include Monday C C Goodrich versus Chicago Great Western RR trespass on the case. Wednesday John Bordner versus Freeport Ry, appeals. The People versus G Stahmow assault with a deadly weapon. Mien Warner, Admx., versus GC R R trespass on the case. Thursday The People versus Vic A L McGilvray. Hearing time for the lowland case to be announced. McDaniel case awaiting placement.
The degree staff of Illinois Rebekah lodge No. 259 will serve a supper Saturday from 5 to 7 30 at their hall in the Munn building above the First National Bank. Mrs Emma Beebe and Mrs Mary MekKnight coordinate due to Mrs Jennie Manchester’s illness. A complete menu will be printed Friday. After supper the lodge will hold its regular meeting and photographs will be taken.
Oliver C. Finkenbinder and Bertha M. Herbig wed Wednesday afternoon at the home of Rev. W. Gardner Thrall in Kent Illinois. The bride wore white batiste with lace, attended by Mrs. F. Kaiser in white lawn. After the ceremony guests served a luncheon at Mrs. Kaiser's home before departure for Chicago.
Customers with accounts at Bokemeier and Kaves are urged to call and settle as the firm undergoes a change in ownership. The notice requests all persons with outstanding balances to respond promptly.
Yesterday afternoon Mrs Louis Wuehter hosted at Pleasant Street, where she served an elaborate dinner after a neighbor’s visit. The evening included gifts and a social display, with guests noting a cheerful mood and thoughtful preparations.
An award party is planned at Globe Lat Friday with celebration over prizes from Slavi Land China. Organizers announce prize presentations and local attendees expected to join.
A damaged snippet offers a drugstore pitch for a product called New Life Bills. It claims to relieve headache biliousness constipation and malaria. The ad promises a cheerful refund if not satisfied and names Joseph Egamert as the selling outlet.
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