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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1908
Page
8
Savings Department of the State Bank of Freeport Ill
The Savings Department of the State Bank of Freeport Illinois is mentioned in this historical note. It outlines the banking division’s role in handling deposits and savings accounts within the city. No further events or actions are detailed in the readable text.
Picturesque Smyrna and The Rival Sisters at Majestic
The Majestic screens Picturesque Smyrna and The Rival Sisters this week. Picturesque Smyrna shows various crafts and customs of a far eastern land including natives with pipes, canvas sacks, chairs, and broom making. A camel caravan parade along the highway precedes scenes of diverse natives and children eating from pans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Majestic
Smyrna
Far East
Decay Threatens Old U B Church Landmark Rooted in Past Revivals
Kent Observer reports the U B church near collapse with no services in over two years. The belfry is falling, foundation decaying, and organ deteriorating while historic revivals and spirited testimonies fade as contemporary faith shifts to daily conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kent
U. B
Peter Cartwright
General William Clendening Found Dead in Moline
General William Clendening of Moline a noted militia figure and former Sixth Regiment I N G colonel was found dead in his bed Thursday morning cause listed as heart failure. He served in the Civil War and belonged to the G A R Loyal Legion Masons and Modern Woodmen of America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Clendening
Moline
Clendening
Loyal Legion
Masons
Modern Woodmen of America
Property Transfers in Kent and West Point Towns
William G Boeke transfers part of section 9 Kent to Henry C Biesemeier for 10000 dollars. Frank B Shearer transfers part of section 82 West Point to Charles H Ferguson for 2800 dollars. David C Miller transfers part of section 18 West Point to Jeremiah Price for 4000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William G. Boeke
Henry C. Biesemeier
Kent
Frank B. Shearer
Charles H. Ferguson
West Point
David C. Miller
Jeremiah Price
Store Cleaned by Freeport Cleaning Company
The F. A. Read store is being cleaned today by Freeport Cleaning using their compressed air and vacuum system. On the second floor the large carpet is being thoroughly dusted and cleaned by renovators and suction nozzles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. A. Read
Freeport Cleaning Company
N P L Meeting Tonight at Star Building Office
Officers of the local National Protective Legion meet this evening at S S Smiths office in the Star building above Bengstons Jewelry store. Select degree team members will attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legion of the National Protective Legion
S. S. Smith
Star Building
Bengston
Funeral of Mrs. Christian Vaupel Held at Florence Home
The funeral of the late Mrs. Christian Vaupel was held this morning at the home of her daughter Mrs. Samuel Mayer in Florence township. Interment followed at Oakland. Six grandchildren of the decedent served as pallbearers.
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Christian Vaupel
Samuel Mayer
Florence Township
Oakland
Illness and hospitalization reported for Clark and Koons
Francis Clark is ill with blood poisoning and has been admitted to the White sanatorium. Friends of Elias Koons regret to announce he has mental trouble following a recent grip attack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Clark
Elias Koons
Grip
Escapes From Monroe Jail
Police in Freeport were alerted to a Monroe jail escapee who might come to town. A detailed description was issued, but local officers do not expect his arrival. Earlier, a man shot by a Brodhead officer during an attempted burglary used a false name and claimed Freeport as home. investigation found no match.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe
Freeport
Brodhead
Young couple elope after Davenport marriage request
Magistrate Bentley performs the ceremony on Thursday making Mies Hazel EK Slater and Gunt Bengesky husband and wife. The Davenport police were asked to confirm if the pair came to the city and were advised they had already wed. They claimed Verona Wisconsin residency and age 18 for the bride, but Davenport records indicate the girl is 16 and Davenport home. Parents opposed the match, prompting the couple to travel to Freeport, Illinois, dubbed the Gretna Green of the north. Such Iowa Wisconsin pairings are noted as uncommon but increasingly seen reaching Freeport for marriage.
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Bentley
Mies Hazel EK
Slater
Gunt Bengesky
Poice
Davenport
Verona
Wis
Freeport
Gretna Green
Ilinois
Iowa
Wisconsin
Addresses on the Saloon by Rev Beynon at Baptist church
Rev W H Beynon will deliver a series of Sunday evening talks on the saloon question at the Baptist church from March 15 to April 1. Topics cover the saloon in society, its link to workers and city administration, and a concluding address. Audience invited with floor courtesy extended to any who wish to respond after each address.
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W. H. Beynon
Baptist Church
Saloon In Society
Freeport
Ridott and Berlin Social Roundup and Visits
From Our Own Correspondent Ridott March reports numerous visits and moves. Families including Dr Cotherman and son Robert of Berlin stress travel, while Geo Smith of Ridott called on friends. Church attendance at Winneshiek noted. rumor of a wedding bells soon. several residents visit Freeport, Chicago, and Meservey Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ridott
Mareh
Cotherman
Robert
Berlin
Jake Sheffner
Rothof
Pecatonica
Win. Brown
Dorothy
Chicago
Leach
Gibson City
Stars of Equity
John Knight
Town
Freeport
Vern Metz
Harlem
Win. Cary
Ues Lincoln
Winneshiek
Ben Lincoln
Wi. Kruckenberg
Sophia Young
Mrs. Fisher
Jen
Meservey, Ia
Hl. Spelman
Shannon
Mroo
H. Bokemeier
W. OM. Travel
J. Wise
I. Shockey
Rock City Social Notes and Local Updates
From Our Own Correspondent Rock City March 10 G W Raymer and wife are visiting relatives from Oklahoma S B Warns is converting his West Main buildings into a dwelling Rev Hedges to preach farewell sermon March 15 at United Evangelical church Local businessman hott Thoren from Freeport on business George R R LaShelle and wife from Chicago visiting Christ Miller replacing roof on residence New baby girl pounds born at August Miller’s Carpenters begin work on B S Zimmerman’s new house Busy carpentry season forecast
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock City
G. W. Raymer
Oklahoma
S. B. Warns
West Main Street
Hedges
United Evangelical Church
Hott. Thoren
Freeport
Republican Caucus For
George RR. LaShelle
Chicago
Christ Miller
August Miller
B.S. Zimmerman
Mercantile Co closes out sale at cost beginning March 1
Frebror Mercantile Co announces a cash and cost sale at its Old Postoffice building B-13dtf, with every item offered for 14 days only starting Saturday March 1, urging quick purchases before closing.
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Frebror
T Mercantile Co
Postoffice
Freeport Business Men Hold Meeting On Rating Books
Directors met but did not disclose details. A financial discussion was noted. Last rating sheets are due back from members. Retail merchant committee will review the preface and introduction by Mr Coonsa for the association rating book next Monday.
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Freeport Business Men’s Association
Coonsa
Local groups plan events at city halls and clubs
There are several activities tonight include a card party at Globe hall and a United Spanish War Veterans meeting at G A R hall Miss Florence Holmes hosts the R H R R club at her South Carroll street home The Social Skating club private party 8 to 11 pm closes Rollaway rink to public Sunday school teachers training at the Y M C A 7 pm Rev A M Rohrbaugh teaches next Sundays lesson and Mrs B A Arnold leads juniors discussion All are welcome Tomorrow Boys Electrical club meets at 2 pm to organize elect officers and study static electricity.
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Globe Hall
United Spanish War Veterans
G. A. R. Hall
Florence Holmes
R. H R. R. Club
South Carroll Street
A. M. Rohrbaugh
B. A. Arnold
Local Notices And Social Updates
Hon H F Aspinwall traveled to Chicago today. Husn Temple will meet at 7 30 tonight in K of G hall. H B Erb returned from a business trip to southwest Missouri. Miss Carrie Musser of Orangeville was in Freeport en route to Chicago. The First Presbyterian church social tonight has been postponed. Mrs Levi Taylor, guest of Mrs H Heeren, returned home near Woodstock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. F. Aspinwall
Chicago
Husn Temple
K. of G. Hall
H. B. Erb
Missouri
Carrie Musser
Orangeville
Freeport
First Presbyterian Church
Levi ‘Taylor
H. Heeren
Fifth Avenue
Woodstock
Market Report Closes With Mixed Grain and LivestockQuotes
Chicago closing board of trade quotes show May wheat at 95 and May corn at 65 1 4 while May pork and lard trade around 812 08 and 7 75 respectively. Union stock yards cattle 2000 head strong with beeves 4 25 to 6 30 and hogs 25000 steady with varios fat classes. sheep 6000 steady at 3 75 to 6 35. Winter Red Gold Medal Flour highlight for pastry.
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The
Associated Press
Chicago
Board of Trade
Union Stock Yards
Chicago Board of Trade
F.j.miner & Co
Rice
C. D. Anderson
Low
Braticch
Wedding at Eleroy Illinois for Wagner and Blesemeier
Louie R. Wagner and Miss Anna Blesemeier wed at the bride’s parents home in Eleroy at 11:15 a.m. Rev. El. A. Griffin officiated with immediate family present. They plan a week in Nashua, Iowa, then reside in Eleroy after April 15, with Mrs. Wagner noted as former postmistress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eteroy
Eleroy
Ill
Louie R. Wagner
Anna Blesemeier
el. A. Griffin
U. B
Nashua
Wagner
F. H. Biesemeier
Walter Seidel
Fleroy
K. C. Meeting Moved To Monday Night
The Knights of Columbus will hold their meeting on next Monday evening instead of Tuesday due to St. Patrick's night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. C
Knights of Columbus
St. Patrick’s
Spring Winds and Salve Ad for Skin Care Duo
An old advertisement promotes Pinesalve Carbolized as a poultice for cuts sores burns and chapped skin. It is sold by H. J. Moogh and Co. P. Wuenther. The copy evokes a rustic brand of medicinal salves and hometown salesmanship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. J. Moogh
Cc. P. Wuenther
Chicago horse buyer seeks 1150 to 2000 lb draft horses
D Weinberg & Co. West Side Horse Market announces a sale at Younglove's Livery in Freeport on Saturday March 21 1908. Buyers prefer four year olds and up with good flesh and slight blemishes. They will pay top prices for big draft horses and strong, healthy mules. cash on delivery rain or shine. Daily Journal delivery note included.
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Chicago
Younglove
Freeport
D. Weinberg & Co
West Side
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