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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1900
Page
3
A lyrical fragment describes a hopeful gaze at Earth and nature. It speaks of an arching sky, fleecy clouds, a bent tree, and clover in shadow. A river's stately flight and dancing ripples appear, while sorrow and woe exist yet happiness remains in the heart.
In a frontier village a widow and her daughter Zoritsa grapple with love and liberty amid a siege. Captain Newcombe faces danger while Lieutenant Hope's courage is tested and a fatal rumor unsettles all. Amid tragedy and faith, Zoritsa discovers liberty in steadfast service to others.
In the Memoirs of the Princess Mary the most original figure is her father Duke Adolphus of Cambridge. He was not a strict churchman and often punctuated services with witty irreverence. He quipped about rain prayers, charity, and possessions, showing a humorous conflict with formal piety.
A young Irish gunner and a sharpshooter hunted ducks in marshes south of Marcus Slook. The novice fired both barrels at a flock of decoy ducks, then quipped that the other would look worse as birds fled. The Philadelphia Inquirer quoted the tale.
Review of a March program led by Rev H Doyle on the topic Ye must be born again drawn from John 3 3 7 8. It outlines the new birth as inner spiritual change through the Holy Ghost, explains its necessity, mystery, and proof in a transformed life and poses self reflective questions to Endeavorers before salvation. The prayer meeting is to be led by the pastor with listed Bible readings from Genesis to First Peter.
A devotional reflection urges courage and persistent effort as noble acts pleasing God. It argues that every small, imperfect gift contributes to a greater divine plan and the collective good, despite failures, tears, and missteps, within the Christian fellowship.
The Philadelphia Methodist cautions that fear unsettles the wind and arm, dulls judgment, and worsens defeat by magnifying enemies while blinding aid and promising disaster. It laments tears and sorrows that cloud reason and ruin well laid plans in moments of unrest.
A Lutheran Observer reflection states that the same voice behind the universe’s creation can fulfill blessings and promises alike. The article emphasizes divine sufficiency for ongoing mercy and provision.
The London Chronicle mentions M. Tsopy at 92 living in France and calls T. J. Carson the perpetual mayor of Brownsville Texas after twenty one years in office. It also notes King Menelek of Abyssinia hosting Europeans weekly and the Prince of Wales and royal family taking part in ancient bracelet customs. Atheltd House residents ban smoking, and Col Baden-Powell faced arrest over a shooting incident during the Matabele war. Harriet Evans praises One Minute Cough Cure for children’s croup.
A wartime style anecdote recounts a joke about a bishopric vacancy. Dr Lawrence and President Eliot discuss whether Phillips Brooks should be elected, with Eliot quipping a second rate candidate would suffice while Brooks would serve Boston and Cambridge better. Brooks is ultimately elected. Also included is a testimonial about Chamberlain’s Pain Balm from Rev. E Edwards of Minersville, Pa., praising its relief for rheumatic inflammation. Local distributor: Joseph Emmert.
A thoughtful exchange debates why gold standard opponents rail against silver while praising gold and debunks the idea with a remark that silver is sound. The piece ends with a drug-store notice urging DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for piles and skin diseases, warning of counterfeits by H. J. Moogk.
A fragment mentions fences grown in Cuba from oplinion twigs planted in rows. Rev Die Mackenzie a San Francisco Presbyterian minister reportedly made a fortune by misusing oranges. Estimates place a memorial bridge across the Potomac at Washington at one to two million dollars. Combs honey comes mainly from New York Pennsylvania and Vermont while extracted honey is chiefly from Arizona and California. Maryland voters number at least 28 000 who would not meet an educational test. DeWitts Little Early Risers praised by M B Smith of Butternut Michigan for bowel and liver relief.
A collection of aphorisms about love, quarrels, poverty, schooling, luxury, and knowledge. It notes actions over words, caution about needless curiosity, and ends with a cough remedy endorsement from Foley. The ad cites H. J. Moogh and Wm. F Jungkunz & Co.
Harriet M. Burbane, piano teacher, maintains a studio at 149 West Street offering lessons through the end of day.
Public notice states the Bergman and Dorman firm of Freeport Stephenson Ilinois dissolved February 27 1900 with August Bergman retiring and Dorman Co succeeding. Also listed are Mrs John G Oyler vocal teacher 186 West St and Mrs H V Brown offering china painting lessons 74 Clark Ave with dated notices.
Advertisement extols the gulf coast along the Louisville and Nashville line from Mobile to New Orleans as a mild winter retreat with first class accommodations and easy through service from northern cities. Through cars to Florida points are advertised with folders available via J. K. Ridgely in Chicago.
Homeseeker's Excursion Tickets to nearly all points in the United States go on sale at Chicago Great Western Railway offices on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of February March and April. Round trip fare is one fare plus $2.00 with return within 21 days from sale. Inquiries should be directed to F H Lord P A at 118 Adams St Chicago.
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