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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1908
Page
1
The Associated Press reports Chicago on March 10 notes moderate temperatures for tonight and Wednesday across Illinois and Iowa fairs. Wisconsin fairs also show rising temperatures for tonight and Wednesday.
An unknown anarchist entered the Merchants National Bank in Omaha on March 10 and demanded a large sum, displaying a bottle believed to contain nitroglycerin and threatening to blow up the bank. Vice President Drake persuaded him to go to a nearby restaurant for a meal before his arrest.
Rail chiefs discuss shifting the Chicago Great Western freight terminal from Dubuque to Pearl City or Stockton to satisfy a new sixteen hour law. Local officials fear home losses and say past moves to Oelwein Elma and nearby towns proved costly and unlikely. A Dubuque viewpoint notes Stickney long eyed such a transfer but faced railroad resistance and worker relocation issues.
A heated meeting shows a 7 to 2 vote approving car trust bonds without stockholder consent. Mr Fish protests as adjournment ends his remarks. The plan to raise capital May 18 includes stock issuance and a second mortgage bond issue.
About one hundred names from Freeport property owners businessmen and taxpayers are said to have signed a petition protesting the local option movement. The petition argues saloon license losses would worsen Freeport’s financial strain citing failures of the German Insurance company and Robinson Manufacturing. Mayor Ditmar presented the petition amid calls for enforcement of saloon regulations to curb wider agitation.
Jury selection finished as circuit court heard appraisals and witness testimony in the Great Western and Goodrich railroad damage suit. Witnesses debated horse values after five animals were killed when a gate to the right of way opened. Arguments followed as attorneys challenged gate conditions and possible trespassers.
Omaha March 10 A. P. James Rathbun entered Judge Hall's home where his wife served and fatally shot her before killing himself. He gave the name L. L. Fee claiming origin from Rockford Illinois and arrival last October.
A large early morning fire at 388 West Eighteenth Street in New York injures about a score of firemen, several seriously, and drives hundreds from their homes. The blaze threatens many structures as it destroys the six story brick building, with losses estimated at $200,000.
A fire at the San Francisco city and county almshouse destroyed one building this morning. About 200 patients were safely evacuated, five injured, and three patients died. Two victims were elderly men who succumbed to fright.
In Christiana Sweden a man who appeared insane fired a dozen bullets into the royal castle at noon today. Police quickly seized and disarmed him. At the station he said his intention was to kill King Haakon. The king and queen were not present.
Toledo March 10 a large Napoleon Ohio school building the biggest of its kind in the state burned completely this morning the loss is $110000 no injuries reported as about eight hundred children were gathering for classes when the blaze broke out
Bloomington Indiana March 10 Associated Press report says the laundry building at the Soldiers' Orphans home caught fire destroying the structure near the main building. About 5000 boys and girls were sheltered there but all were removed safely via a fire escape. Loss estimated at 10000 dollars.
King Alfonso arrived in Barcelona from Madrid, taking up residence at General Linares home in Catalonia. The monarch was greeted with an enthusiastic reception by the city’s residents during his official visit.
H Poffenberger is on the sick list. Mrs Elizabeth Ebert, mother of Mrs Benjamin Dorman, is quite seriously ill. Oscar W Dorman of the State Bank has joined the ranks of the influenza sufferers.
Rev W C Willing, pastor of the Free Methodist church in Freeport, resigns effective May 1 to serve as a medical missionary in Santo Domingo under the church’s direction. A Rush Medical College graduate with ten years in medicine, he has preached ten years and previously led churches in Elgin Peoria and Aurora. His wife died during his residence here, and well wishes accompany him.
A fire swept through Wilkinsburg damaging the business district today. The blaze caused extensive damage to multiple storefronts and prompted emergency crews to battle the flames for hours before bringing it under control.
Fragmentary notice alleges a claimed remedy called wind breck targets coughs and consumption with asserted safety. Mentions Rolex honey and Par components and two names J Moogk and Win F Jungkunz. No official record or case details found.
Due to a change in the firm Bokemeier and Kanes all persons with savings accounts are asked to call and settle. The notice requests immediate action from customers.
The Pier Port lodge Knights of Pythias held a well attended greeting last evening with members and visitors from Lona Orangeville and Milwaukee. The third rank was conferred. A luncheon followed with toasts and sleight of hand entertainment by Mr Stott who also posed for a stone picture. The meeting was among the most enjoyable ever held by this prosperous lodge.
A Woolmer and Co distillery plant in Peoria is burning amid a large blaze. Fire crews battle the flames as damage and disruption unfold for the area.
An ad touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a quick remedy for severe colds that may turn into pneumonia overnight. It claims the genuine product comes in a yellow package and names df J. Moogk and Wie J. Jungekuns as associated parties.
Special tax collection drive ends soon. Marel fist ncplied Chute the books will be turned over to vie county treasurer. Call the tax office to settle assessments and avoid being listed as delinquent. BF EL Drormak Gaarirrin, Special Tax Collector.
Saver & Co introduces a major reduction on footwear for all customers with a broad selection on sale. The campaign highlights affordable prices across men, women, and children styles in stock.
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