Freeport embraces rising automobile culture and sales
Freeport citizens have bought many cars since the Chicago auto show, with a mix of gasoline and electric models. Local dealer Jastram expects fifty more machines soon as residents, including farmers and doctors, invest in motor vehicles. Street improvements and broader road networks boost touring, signaling cars’ permanence beyond a rich pastime.
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Freeport
Chicago
F. J. Jastram
Journal
Robert D. Kuehner
United States
Jastram
Karcher
K. F. Snyder
L. G. Voigt
Cadillac
J. C. Guyer
Porter Stover
Corbin
Dr. Snyder
Holeman
O. P. Wright
Fred Hoefer
Winton
R. K. Farwell
Reo
C. C. Shoemaker
Stealy
Robert Kuehner
George Brokhausen
A. G. Hoefer
Joe Benston
Rockford
Outline and Chronology of Jesus Life Lecture
Dr Willett presents Outline and Chronology of Jesus Life this evening at First Presbyterian lecture room. Start time moved to 7 45 from 7 30 to help distant residents attend.
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Willett
Jesus
First Presbyterian Church
George Ennenga Transacts Business at Springfield Today
George Ennenga is conducting business in Springfield today, engaging with local associates and handling filings and transactions at the designated office. The activity reflects ongoing commercial conduct within the city.
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George Ennenga
Springfield
A Dimple Maker Promises Health for Children
A vintage advertisement asserts that assigning dimples to a child signals health, while a drawn face and thin body indicate fat-starvation. It promotes Scott's Emulsion as nourishing, easily digested, and capable of restoring plump cheeks and rounded limbs, with the address Scott & Bowne, 409 Pearl Street, New York.
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Scott
Scott & Bowne
Pearl Street
New York
Illinois State Institutes Highlight Home Talent in Agriculture
Superintendent Dr Frank H Hall reports Illinois institutes averaged over two University of Illinois speakers per institute this year showcasing agricultural science from Urbana. The total reach across 239 institutes includes faculty from the college of agriculture and experiment station presenting on agronomy soil physics dairy and animal sciences to county farmers seeking practical, science based guidance.
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College of Agriculture
Frank H. Hall
Hall
Agricultural College
Urbana
Illinois
University of Ilinois
University of Illinois
College of Agriculture and Experiment Station
Eugene Davenport
C. G. Hopkins
F. R. Crane
J. G. Mosier
Clifford Willis
J. H. Pettit
A. N. Hume
R. C. Lloyd
O. D. Center
H. W. Mumford
L. D. Hall
NEW LABEL LEAGUE Endorsed at Trades and Labor Council Meeting
A lively trades and labor council meeting discussed forming a Labor League to promote union made goods. A visiting committee was appointed to survey unions, with W. H. Eischeid named chairman and tasked to report at the March 16 gathering.
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Trades and Lator Council
Trades and Labor Council
Labor League
Glenn
W. H. Eischeid
Orle Perry
W. H. McGall
C. L. Folgate
W. J. Snyder
McGovern
High School Hoops: Freeport hosts Oak Park Rematch
Freeport athletic managers arrange a Friday night double feature at the YMCA with Freeport and Oak Park high school boys teams. Oak Park hold Chicago league title while Freeport has won all season. A girls game between Freeport and Hyde Park is also on the card. Tickets available from students and players. Mrs. W Mathews returns to Polo after visiting.
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Freeport
Chicago
Oak Park
Breeport
Hydeark High School
Father John's Medicine advertised as non patent remedy
An advertisement claims Father John's Medicine contains no alcohol or poisonous drugs and cures throat and lung troubles. It promises to build up health and guarantees results. Sold in 50 cent and one dollar bottles with the larger size offering triple the quantity. Available through Joseph Emmert at 111 Stephenson Street, Freeport, Illinois.
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Father John
Joseph Emmert
Stephenson Street
Freeport
Ill
Jeqilny
Silverark
Star
Messrs
Harding
Gregory
Stephenson St
German Bank
E. Bengston
Freeport Assembly Meets with Large Delegations of Equity
Large delegations from Rockford Ridott and Cedarville attended the Freeport Assembly No. 1 Ancient Star of Equity meeting in Odd Fellows hall last night. Orangeville Warren and Polo were represented and over 200 witnessed the obligation of 30 candidates and initiation of one. Refreshments, music by Misses Ethel Dawacon and Olpha Fenton followed, as the group socialized. The assembly aims to reach 700 members by June 1, with nearly 100 new members admitted recently and another large class to be obligated in two weeks.
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Rockford
Ridott
Cedarville
Freeport Assembly No
Ateritan Stars of Equity
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Orangeville
Warren
Polo
Te Ém
Ethelawacon
Olpha Fenton
Freeport Assembly
Now Is the Time for Miona Digestive Remedy
A 19th century style ad urges early recognition of indigestion symptoms to protect health. It touts Miona as a restorer and strengthener of the digestive system that restores stomach function and eases distress. The ad cites a guarantee by Wm. F. Jungkunz for every 50 cent box.
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Wm. F. Jungkunz
Pink eye epidemic sweeps Galena citywide
In Galena a rapid pink eye outbreak spreads through the population with many cases reported. The illness is highly contagious though not deemed dangerous and is worsened by wet weather. Eyes redden, lids swell, and sight is affected for about a week to ten days. Officials advise staying dry and avoiding colds. warmer, dry weather is seen as the likely relief.
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Galena
Dramatic Rehearsal Rescheduled at May School
Bad weather forces a repeat of the May school drama in Florence township near Freeport. Polly Poke stars in a roaring comedy with Willie the Dude central to the plot. The program includes tableaux pantomimes recitations and music. Cream and cake will close the evening. Miss M E Kramer teacher.
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Florence Township
Freeport
Polly
Willie
M. E. Kramer
Railway Sell Reduced Fare One Way Tickets
The C., M. & St. P. will offer one way tickets to all points in North and South Dakota at a maximum of 14.00. Reduced rates apply to travel to points on the Northern Pacific Soo Line and Great Northern systems.
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North
South Dakota
Northern Pacific
Soo Line
Great Northern
Petition for discharge in bankruptcy case John Gearhart
John Gearhart of Cedarville Stephenson County Illinois seeks a full discharge from debts provable under bankruptcy acts after being adjudicated bankrupt on September 6. The petition requests discharge with exceptions by law and notes dates of filing, notarization, and court order for a hearing set for April 16 in Freeport, with notice to creditors.
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District Court of the United States
Northern District of Illinois
John Gearhart
Solomon H. Bethen
District Court of the
United States
Illinois
Cedarville
Stephenson
Ethel A. Shannon
Northern District of Dividls
Western Division
A. D
Freeport
Freeport Journal
Beal
Unclear Timing for Climatic Condition Forecasts
The report suggests a prolonged wait, noting indications it may take several weeks or months before the climatic condition is favorable again. It emphasizes uncertainty and extended duration without specifying dates or locations.
Freeport Woman’s Luncheon Praises Bell Coffee
The Freeport Woman’s group unanimously declared the Bell Coffee the best served at their luncheons. They invite ladies to call at the store Thursday or Friday for a cup of this famous coffee and receive instructions on making good coffee or tea, with a souvenir offered to each lady. oe : SCHOREFED & BROKHAUSER. Snel 2
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Freeport
Schorefed & Brokhauser
Snel
Low Rates West and Northwest via Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul
Low rates west and northwest until April 7 via the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway. $32.00 to California points, $30.96 to North Pacific coast points. Half rates for children. Liberal stopovers allowed. Tickets good on tourist sleepers. For rates and routes see nearest agent or write F A Miller General Passenger Agent Chicago.
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Northwest
Chicago
Milwaukee & St. Paul
California
F. A. Miller
Reduced rail rates to Dakota and northern Minnesota
Greatly reduced rates to North Dakota South Dakota and many points in northern Minnesota via the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railway. Rates and routes available every Tuesday during March and April. For information contact nearest ticket agent or F A Miller General Passenger Agent Chicago. 8-7-14-21
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North
South Dakota
Minnesota
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
F. A. Miller
Chicago
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