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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1908

Page

6

Anarchists confronts public speech in Chicago unrest

Chicago events report a tense clash over anarchist speech with police halting a protest, threats of court action, and claims of free speech suppression. Miss Geraldine alleges assault by officers, while authorities seek to remove her from the city. A separate fire accident fatally burns Mrs. Paulina Holtz. Mayor Busse appoints Hiram J. Fargo to the civil service commission.

Chicago Mareh Chengoe Busse Hiram JD. Pargo City Civil Service Commission Zina R. Carter Fargo Michigan

Court backs church rift over instrumental music

Judge E B R E Kimbrough refused to intervene in Westville Christian church faction fight over instrumental music. The factions, antis and progressives, clashed with padlocked doors and replaced locks before injunctions were filed. He urged reconciliation and said the dispute should be settled in court.

Panville EB. R. E. Kimbrough Circuit Court Christian Church Westville Mev Norton Vantis Kimbrough

Republican compressional convention picks delegates

The Twentieth district Republican convention held at Jacksonville selected Stuart Pierson of Carvathon and Henry Savare of Virginia as delegates to the national convention, with J. db Coats of Winehaes ter and Joseph Reinberg of Havilna as alternates. William Afi ford of Pittsfield named presidential elector. Resolutions endorsed state and national administrations, Joseph Gi. Cin onn for president AL Co Mathews of Pike county for lieutenant governor, and Andrew Russel of this city for state treasurer.

Jacksonville Marvel Hedd Tere Stuart Pierson Carvathon Henry Savare Virginia J. Db Coats Winehaester Joseph Reinberg Havilna William Afiford Pittsfield Joseph Gi. Cinonn AL Co Mathews Pike County Tientemiant Andrew Russel This City

Tragic Suicide In Quincey Widow Shoots Self After Illness

In Quincey Florida on March II Carriet Bartle age 25, wife of Charles Bartlett, daughter of postmaster David Cox, committed suicide by shooting herself in the head. She had been suffering from tuberculosis for some time and had repeatedly threatened self harm.

Quincey, FL Carriet Bartle Charies Bartlett David Boril Cox Ghitiey

Local Patient Shows Great Heart Trouble Recovery

A report from Kewanee outlines a patient with heart trouble greatly improved after treatment. Doctors express confidence in continued recovery and full restoration of health in the near term.

Plis Eceios

St Patricks Day Celebrations Across Chicago Catholic Gathering

Leaders of the two major parties attend patriotic events in Chicago near St Patrick's Avenue. William J. Bryan draws attention at Vincents and a Catholic setting hosts a banquet at the Auditoriums as part of local Prish Pehowshin observances.

Chiesgo Marca St. Patricks Iis Cnlted Tipeer Bremie Gratio Cecder William J. Bryan

Ills speeches at festival amid sect emigration

Nonpolitical speeches by Ills floated amid festival mood as crowds gathered at various events. Reports note the Only Sect and its natives were emigized while Bry ans first action in the city opened with a political conference with Democrats.

Trishmen Bryans New York Ccela Bration Proendio St Patrick of Serretisy Taft Tipghas Aisa Cacelis

Amateur boxer killed in Philadelphia tournament match

In Philadelphia on March 1 during the Troan Amateur boxing tournament Pete Willie Tobinson, 19, and rival Charles Wolf, 19, fought thirty five seconds when Wolf delivered a decisive blow to Robinson's heart. Robinson collapsed and died shortly after on stage. Officials, including promoters and seconds Frank Moore and Marcus Williams, were arrested.

Philddelphia Marc Troan Lieu Pete Willie Tobinson Charles Wolf Robinson Wolf Roth Prage Nes Theopeteree Lei Ogether Prank Moore Marcus Williams

Attempted assassination thwarted in Juarez plot

Unsuccessful attack on Federal Judge Lira of the northern district of Chihuahua by firing two shots through a door. Four alleged plotters are jailed in Juarez on charges of conspiracy to murder while Judge Lira has led prosecutions of alleged smugglers.

Fl Paso Sipulay Federal Judes Lira Chihuahua Firine Jril Juarez Lira

No Pardon for General Stoessel

The emperor confirmed the death sentence on Lieutenant General Stoessel and the court’s recommendation to commute it to ten years imprisonment in a fortress. The ex-commander of Port Arthur had petitioned for a full pardon without success.

Stoessel St. Peterstore Stores S Port Arthur

Panic at a Salute Sparks Citywide Alarm in Port-au-Prince

Panic erupts as soldiers rush to arms and residents flee amid cannon fire from a British cruiser and a returning Indefatigable. Gen Therennoncourt notes the incident prompted regret from Indefatigable's commander and authorities vow to prosecute future rebels while seeking asylum limits at foreign consulates. Port-au-Prince braces for further unrest as warships loom offshore.

Alia Seeks New Trial In Priest Murder Case

Denver March 18 A motion for a new trial for RE Alia condemned murderer of Father Leo Feinrichs was filed by attorney Robert H Widdicombe. The filing alleges Alia was insane at the time of the killing.

Denver Alia Leo Tfeinrichs Robert H. Widdicombe

Senator Nelson's Son Dies in Minnesota

Henry Knute Nelson, son of U S Senator Knute Nelson of Minnesota, dies at age 37 in Colorado Springs Colorado after a long illness from consumption, marking a somber affair for political circles.

Colorades Springs Cola Hlenry Knute Nelson United States Knute Nelson Minpesota

Rail unions ask ICc intervention in wage dispute

Committees representing engineers conductors brakemen and switchmen on the Chicago and Great Western petition Chairman Knapp and Commissioner Neth for intervention in a wage dispute. The Susquehanna Coal Company serving 5000 workers in the Shamkinite region says operations will run three days a week. A papal despatch reaches Bolivia aimed at renewing diplomatic friction between Bolivia and the Vatican. William Nelson, 90, claims to be survivor of the Charge at Balaklava and dies in New York. A ten story factory accident injures workers in New York City. A cliffside school in Albion Pennsylvania closes after 250 pupils dismissed for the day. The steamer Pondta wrecks near Fort Ross. Passengers survive a voyage incident in Charton County. Prohibitionists violate by council votes, while Burns defeats Deel in Wisconsin. Temperance workers form the Constitution Association across Missippi. General Nicholas Rotondo, opposed to President Castro, arrives in New York as a refugee.

Chicagoe Great Western Knapp Interstate Commerce Commission Charles P William Nelrns Usix Balaklava Minaissa New York Nobads Bart Albion Stearmer Fort Rass Cig Eleetiem Chartton County Ute Gmratha Harmes Burns Pred Deel Woconsin Temperanes Cconnstitutioni Aiay Lands Nicholas Rotondo Venezuela Castro

Paper delivery notice for unreceived issues

Patrons are asked to notify the office if they have not received their paper. The request seeks prompt confirmation to correct delivery and ensure continued service.

Humphreys Veterinary Specifics Ad Promises Broad Cures

An historical ad from Humphreys Medicine Co lists cures for cattle sheep dogs poultry and human ailments with claims of potions and remedies. It advertises a book mailed free and available at druggists, detailing ten specifications and conditions treated.

Horace Humphreys’ Medicine Co Cor. Whiam John Streets New York

Murder for wedding money in West Virginia scheme

In Wheeling West Virginia March 18 three youths Charles Cook seventeen wife Gilet twenty one Joseph White twenty one are arrested in the death of Charles Bennett twenty years old of New Eaisineten, Pan. Bennett’s body was found on the Ohio River near Weoo Sept. 2a dast. Authorities report a confession tying Cook and White to the killing. Cook allegedly enticed Bennett to a lonely river spot and both killed him. then Cook and Miss Zatie allegedly married and took Bennett’s $85 life savings.

Wheelng Wo Va Chas, Cook Gilet Joseph White Charles Bennett New Easineten Ohio River Weoee Cook Lila Zine Bennett White Zatie

Marvin Elart Wins on Foul in Hot Springs Bout

Marvin Elart from Parsonsville was awarded a decision over John Wille of Chenna after a foul halted the match. The bout followed a guard break with Wille attempting a legal exchange, but Elart sidestepped and Wille fell hard, the crowd watching as officials reviewed the sequence for potential injury concerns.

Marvin Elart Ark Marvel Daree Sto Patrick Marvin Ebart Pasvisville Fourk John Wille Chena Een Cnn Amaloas Elart Faiek Uapee Wille Hart Phar

Russia Buys US Equipment Amid Confusion

Report from St Petersburg describes Russia purchasing equipment from the United States amid unclear wartime testing and mixed official statements. The piece cites local officials and unnamed sources about procurement and strategic impact, with reference to US and Russian agencies.

Russia St. Petersburg Mirrel United States Calle Tertuidta

Fragmented OCR Entry Appears Readable in Punctured Text

The readable fragments indicate a disrupted report mentioning Warr and Circe variables, with references to depictions of bags and pursed wording. Specific names or events are unclear, but the text hints at a damaged notice or account section within a historical page segment.

Plesson

Fragmented historical note on mail theft and wartime duty

A partial OCR fragment mentions a town or group dealing with mail theft and a public duty during wartime. The text is garbled but indicates USPS involvement and concerns about clothes or supplies. Names and clear details are not recoverable from the fragment.

Shoes on clearing sale at per pair

500 pairs ladies shoes offered at a clearance price of cents per pair. Prospective buyers are instructed to look in the east show window. WM. O. WRIGHT & CO. 3 date regularly will confer a favor by notifying this office of same.

Noti WM. O. Wright & CO

No Message Imminent on Civic Federation Pleas

Washington reports a denial that the president will send a special message to Congress urging revision urged by the Civic Federation. The president has met with federation members recently and may introduce bills through Representative Erepburn of Iowa, with a message anticipated alongside the bills in the House.

Washington Congress Civic Federation White House Federation Thes Erepburn Iowa House

Deputy U S Marshal Given Six Year Sentence for Robbery

Earl Jesner a deputy U S marshal from Cleveland paused arrests at railway complexes in Galion and Crestline and then robbed prisoners, leading to a six year penitentiary sentence for the misconduct and thefts.

Taina Mareh Os Earl Jesner United States Cleveland Galion Crestline Phlesser

Road Takes a Radical Stand in Federal Rail Case

Lincoln Neb March 8 Missouri Pacific railroad argues in a cross petition filed in the United States district court that the state via the railroad commission has no jurisdiction over its wing war and that the railroad is a counterstate corporation subject only to federal control in a dramatic legal stance.

Lincoln, Neb Missouri Pacific Railroad Railroad Commission

St Paul Primary Vote Yields Mayor Nomination Hint

Incomplete unofficial returns from St. Paul indicate Joseph McKibbin as the Republican nominee for mayor and James Lawler as the Democratic candidate.

St. Paul Joseph McKibbin James Lawler

Noted Confederate Artist Lifecareer Figure Dies in Saint Louis

Saint Louis March 18 It is learned that Russeller artist and lifecater who died here Monday after forty years as a recluse was assistant secretary of the Confederate navy department during the Civil War.

St. Louis Russeller Confederate Avy Department

Polanders Going Home From Chicopee Mills

About three hundred Poles employed in Chicopee Massachusetts cotton mills have returned to Poland. More workers are making arrangements to depart as the situation changes.

Death of United States Senator William Pinckney Whyte

Baltimore dispatch reports United States Senator William Pinckney Whyte has died at his home in Baltimore. He was nearly eighty four years old.

Baltimore United States William Pinckney Whyte

Initiative in Municipalities Passed by House

Columbus Ohio March 18 The house has passed a bill providing for the initiative and referendum in municipalities.

Columbus House

Chicago markets and livestock quotes stormy day

Chicago March 17 market quotes show erratic wheat and corn futures with limited gains. Live stock receipts steady to higher with prime steers and heifers meeting strong demand. hogs and sheep mixed as traders digest supplies and prices.

Chicago Sant God Klast Buttoto NOY Marettz Danning A Stevens Veerehants Thast Dartfate Dages Atpedia Ees Pest

Expanded Egoism Sparks Sharp Exchange in Washington Star

In a Washington Star item, Blipevins is accused of thinking he knows more than anyone else on earth. Miss Cayenne counters with a rebuke about infidelity, while Lince expands the claim that Mars is inhibited, going further in the dig.

No National Holidays in This Era Says Proclamation

The text notes that no national holidays exist in this era, including July Fourth. It mentions the District of Columbia and suggests legislative or executive actions cannot establish holidays beyond the capital. It implies the president’s proclamation impacts legal holiday status only within the district.

Eouly District of Columbia District of Coboatia

Turf Wholesome Sport Says Madden

John F. Madden, veteran turf man and trainer, declined to oppose Governor Hughes on repealing the Percy-Gray law and banning track betting. He said betting is not vital to racing and emphasized racing as a clean sport. Madden’s Washington stable enters nine horses in the English 1900 Derby and six in the Oaks. His son Edward, fourteen, will receive a jockey license to ride for him next season.

Mahoney Madden John FE. Madden Hughes New York America Washington Edward

Pulliam's Brother a Magnate Leads Oshkosh Baseball Club

Oshkosh Wisconsin Baseball association enters its fourth Wisconsin-Illinois league season with improved prospects. J. Mo Pullian, Winnebago Trac tion superintendent, serves as president, with William Geiger as secretary-treasurer. Pulliam is brother of the National League president and has pro ball experience. George Busser of Rockford, NW, will manage the team.

Oshkosh Wis. Baseball Association J. Mo Pullian Winnebago Traction Company William Geiger Pulliam George Buhser Rockford

Will Try to Give Pugilistic Carnival

Frank W. Smith of Spokane Washington plans a $100 000 pugilistic carnival next summer or fall. He aims to raise purses for three or four championship bouts including a possible JeffriesJohnson rematch for $50 000. If that fails Burns may face the negro. other bouts include Kerchel Papke Gans Nelson and McParland Unhelz.

Frank W. Smith Spokane Wash Smith Jim Jeffries Jack Johnson Burns Kerchel Papke Gans Nelson McParland Unhelz

London Trip For Harry Huff and Grinnell sprinter

Varry J Thuff of Grinnell college Tawa who ranked among the top short distance men last summer will go to the Olssonpie games in London next summer whether he wins a place on the American team or not Phu will enter Chicago tryouts with the Chicago Athletic club If he fails to secure a place he has assurance from Fred W Stone of the club that he will join their team

London Harry Huff Varry J. Thuff Grinnell College Tawa Phu Chicago Chicago Athletic Club Towa Fred W. Stone Chicago Athletic

Yale Swimmers to Tour the West in Easter Trip

Yale captain Richards announces dates for a western tour during the Easter vacation. The Yale swimming and water polo squads will depart New Haven on April 2 and face New York Athletic Club, Pittsburgh Athletic Club, Illinois Athletic Club in Chicago, University of Illinois at Champaign Urbana, University of Chicago, and the Chicago Athletic Club in succession.

Yale West Richards New Haven Cond New York Athletic Club Pitsburg Athletic Club Illinois Athletic Club Chicago Uniersity of Ilinois Champaign Ll. University of Chicago Chicago Athletic Club

Purses and Pace Events Planned by Recreation Driving Park

Purses totaling Soc.e00 are planned by the Recreation Driving Park association with a $10,000 trotting race and a $5,000 pacing event at Sadatmizoo Miteh. A $300 trotting purse and $2,000 pacing purse are also noted, with classes arranged by Secretary W. OTL Bogleman as entries close on Agri.

Whit Recreation Driving Park Association Commie Ge Sadatmizoo Miteh W. Otl Bogleman Agri

World’s Record For Three Furlongs At Emeryville

Carmisa, a three year old thoroughbred, won the third race at Emeryville California and set a world mark for three and a half furlongs in 2 12 2/5 seconds. She led easily over Right Deasy and Labatt. The former record was 40. Judge Phos at Butte. Carmisa carried less weight than her rival.

Crrniisa Emeryville Cab Deasy Labatt Carmisa Phos Butte Ign Thornes

Record Bowling Duo Breaks Two-Man Feeds Mark

A. Y. Chalmers and Pb AA. Kiene of Thiesse set a new two man fed bowling record in Cincinnati, scoring an estimated 1247, surpassing the American Bowling Congress mark of 1247.

A. Y. Chalmers Pb AA. Kiene Thiesse Ap Tote

Jury Duty Fragment Reflects Absurd Exchange

A garbled transcript shows a judge questioning a Talesman about excuses for jury service. The Talesman quips about absence and mind, while the judge pushes for a valid reason as others murmur and the scene devolves into confusion. A chaotic courtroom moment from an unspecified event.

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