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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1906
Page
1
Greensburg Pa March 8 An engine running light on the Pennsylvania Railroad near Radebaugh crashed into a work train carrying seventy five Italian laborers Four men were killed and thirty five others were injured with several later dying Authorities stated the accident was caused by the engine failing to observe signals
In New York on March 8 a mutiny on the steamer Massachusetts ended with fireman James Slocum killed amid a revolver battle over food. The incident shows violent unrest aboard the ship connected to rations.
A semi official Moroccan conference statement says the ministerial crisis does not affect French policy at the conference. It is chiefly designed to warn Germany not to take advantage of the situation.
Charles M Schwab arrived in Hutchinson Kansas at eight this morning. Reports indicate his medical condition has improved notably and he continues his journey.
Illinois generally fair and slightly colder tonight or Friday. The sun rose at 6 24 a m and set at 5 69 p m.
Closing board quotes show May wheat at 77 3 4, May corn 43 54, and May pork at 81 80 with lard 7 80 and ribs 8 25 27. Cattle run 6,000 steady to strong while hogs at 28,000 trade 10 lower. Robert Jones of Jewell City, Kansas visits Orren Jones in town.
The Freeport Chautauqua runs June 29 through July 8 featuring Capt James Mailley Lincoln Neb chaplain of the Sixth Regiment and noted orator, Rev W A Sunday, Alfred L Flude as manager with moving pictures, and a program including the Heaven Sisters Concert Company, Miss Ocie Hazzard domestic science lessons, and a Diamond Medal contest by the W C T U. Also on the roster are Chicago Glee Club three days, Father G T Nagle lectures, Ferguson's Dixie Jubilee Singers four days, Ralph Bingham humorist, Dr Thomas E Green, and L B Wickersham opening the event in a Lincoln likeness.
Invitations extend for a meeting with travel arranged by Illinois Central Railroad to run a special coach to Orangeville Winslow and Davis. Passengers from Orangeville arrive via the regular train to Freeport and will have a special coach sent Friday morning. C M St P Railroad will operate a further service to Davis after the meeting for attendees from Davis Rock River Kota region.
The grand jury returned indictments for Eva Moss on burglary and larceny. Fred Krugjohann of Pearl City faces two indictments for selling liquor without a license and to minors. Frank Geltz charged with assault with intent to kill. divorces granted include Walkerman, Swinney, Burrell, Doll, and Fry cases. Separate maintenance granted to Emilie Deemer from Thomas Deemer. A creditor's bill case involves Horse Review Co. vs Corry Roys.
In New York on March 8 Samuel Gompers and John Mitchell concluded a conference over coal operator negotiations with miners. Gompers said he promised the American Federation of Labor would provide all possible support to Mitchell.
New York March 8 Special The Grand Jury indicted Frederick A Burnham first vice president Geo D Eldredge second vice president and Geo Burnham Jr of the Mutual Reserve Life Insurance company for alleged offenses.
Mrs Mary Richtimyer of Pearl City was brought to circuit court this afternoon with hands manacled. The huge six foot, 250 pound woman, described as difficult to handle in a bad mood, faced mental condition inquiry as her husband testified to abusive acts with a stick.
The First Baptist Church marks sixty years since its 1845 founding with Rev Orlo J Price aiding preparations. Rev Melville Parker Boynton of Chicago will preach Sunday morning and evening, followed by a celebratory banquet Monday hosted by church ladies, featuring a toast program and musical offerings.
Martin Sbrf announces a three day flour sale for Hub bard's Superlative Flour priced at $1.10 per sack. Offer valid Friday Saturday and Monday March 8 9 11 with cash terms and a limit of five sacks per purchaser.
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