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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1908
Page
1
The Associated Press reports from Chicago on March 6 that Illinois will be generally fair and colder tonight and Saturday. Iowa expecting fair conditions and colder weather with a colder night and east Saturday. Wisconsin forecast partly cloudy and colder tonight with snow flurries. Saturday mainly fair but colder in the east.
The body of Catherine Weiler, one of two teachers who died in the Collinwood school fire, was positively identified today. Twenty three bodies remain unidentified as 167 have been recovered, suggesting the total death toll will be 167. The Ohio Legislature approved 25000 for relief to sufferers.
Fire broke out on the top floor of a five story New York public school at One Hundred Ninth Street between Amsterdam Avenue and Broadway this morning. All children escaped and were gathered in the yard before being sent home. Police kept parents from clogging exits and maintained order as the students left.
A strong March gale hit Chicago from the southwest early today, a 55 mph wind toppled chimneys and shattered downtown storefronts. A heavy iron smoke stack at the Grand Pacific hotel collapsed and an unknown man on the sidewalk was seriously injured.
Washington march 6 the house adopted a resolution to appoint a committee to investigate charges by congressman Lilley that the Electric Boat company of New Jersey sought to corruptly influence house members.
Ellwood Thance, first vice president of Union Trust and former Detroit postmaster, shot and killed himself this morning. Worry over financial affairs and ill health are believed to have caused the deed in Detroit on March 6.
Washington reports the Senate approved a 40 percent pay increase for enlisted men and smaller percentage boosts for officers by rank. The action was taken on March 6 in the session.
A serious morning blaze in Nedasery, a brewing town near Tokyo, destroyed four hundred of its one thousand houses. Damage is estimated at two and a half million dollars.
Toledo reports a severe flood with the Mathmee river turning into a raging torrent. Streets and cellars near the river are inundated as water levels rise throughout the city.
Columbus reports Marel 6.rank Bo Gary won a U S Senate seat on the fourth ballot amid crowded party nominating debates.
A professional thief targets dental offices in Elgin Aurora and Rockford stealing gold platinum bars wires and tools. In Rockford the theft at Dr Hollenbeck's office tops $500 while Dr Hanaford's Masonic temple suite loses over $24 in precious metals. Investigators note use of a skeleton key and expect average losses to rise as inventories are tallied.
Antoni Oltmans of Loga Germany, an exporter of horses, is staying at Brewster en route to visit relatives in German Valley. He has previously shipped high bred German coach horses to the U S and sold them nationwide. He plans to buy trotters in this country to ship to Germany Belgium and France, and will stay with the Wessels in German Valley for a few weeks.
Saturday afternoon will be Fagot day at the Freeport Woman's club with Miss Eliza Murphy in charge. Music by the Third Ward Clee club and Miss Mary O Connor on piano. A full attendance is hoped for.
The census of Preport has been completed by the cite contedl. The city population is 7202 with West breecort included and credited with Poi Ti tahitbilinie.
500 pairs of ladies shoes offered at clearance price per pair. Customer urged to view the east shop window for details. Note mentions WM. O. Wright & Co as the listing source.
The E and W Clothing House advertises a sale offering Bosely shirts at twenty five percent off. Customers are invited to visit the store at B-3d1 for discounted apparel.
George Lorenz son of Mr and Mrs Charles Lorenz of Freeport died Thursday evening at 730 from inflammation of the bowels. He was born November 27 1877 and worked in the galvanizing department at Woodmanse plant. Survived by parents and siblings William Fred Mrs Charles Vick and Mrs Ferdinand Swaim. Funeral from Van Buren street home to St Josephs church Monday at 930. Burial at St Josephs Cemetery.
The Ladies of Freeport division No. 290 gathered at Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Stearns on Clark Avenue yesterday afternoon despite bad weather. A six course dinner followed entertaining features, with flowers and music by Messrs. Jones, Miller, and Evans. A flashlight group photo was taken for the B. of J.E. Journal.
Mrs. Jennie Robey Burns entertained the Thursday Afternoon club at a work party yesterday. First prize in the sewing contest went to Mrs. Mary Knorr. Refreshments were served and members enjoyed a delightful afternoon.
Dr Willetts lecture on Paul and Gentile Christianity set for this evening at the Masonic Temple. Several events and meetings noted including Canton Unity No 8 gathering in full dress, Springfield YMCA moving to Seventh Street on May 1, and a carnival skating party at Rollaway rink with free hats for skaters. Socials planned by First Presbyterian and a basket social at Pleasant Spring School noted. Currie I Wagner teacher.
Early today the fire department was summoned to the corner of Jackret and Chicago streets to extinguish a small fire sparked by cinders near the base of a telephone pole. The pole was only slightly damaged, with minor scorching noted.
Late yesterday Miss Merrie Meter and Emil Dien of Monroe were united in marriage by Judge Clarity. The ceremony brought together a Wisconsin couple in a simple Monroe wedding witnessed by family and friends.
An old advertisement promotes Pinesalve Carbolized as a poultice for chapped skin sores burns and freckles. Sold by H. J. Moogh and C. P. Guenther.
Freeport baseball directors meet to appoint President Rodemeyer as league delegate. They will attend a Davidson hotel Milwaukee meeting next Tuesday to post an $800 forfeit and adopt the season schedule. Open bids will decide an official scorer with bids likely from $5 to $100, directors reserving the right to reject all bids.
Fragmentary ad text touts health remedies at Emmert's Drug Store. Mentions wings new life pill and promises refunds if price disappoints. Appears to push relief for digestive issues and constipation with decorative period language.
Unclear OCR text references Bokemeier and Lapp and an unrelated firm claim. The readable fragments indicate a call to settle and a possible trust or accounts matter involving Bokemeier and Kane, with payment or settlement action requested. No clear date or location is provided.
Shoes for everybody as Saver & Co announces a wide price cut on all footwear lines. The retailer is promoting discounts to attract weekend shoppers and boost sales across men women and children sizes.
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