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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1906
Page
2
A historical OCR fragment lists individuals such as B G Cooper and Thomas Shaffer announcing candidacy for County Treasurer and other figures like Caver Olson and Brubaker as candidates for sheriff in Stephenson County. The notices indicate all candidates are subject to Republican primaries with no final decisions yet.
A set of Republican primary candidate notices include H. Shons, William W. Krape, Shaffer, and Henry Ritzman announcing runs for General Assembly in Illinois Twelfth Senatorial district and for County Superintendent of Schools subject to Republican primaries. The notices name the positions and reference party primary decisions.
County clerk candidate announces run in Stephenson County. Republican primaries decide nominating outcome. Candidates include M. Malnix and F. C. Held subject to primary results.
The Stephenson County Republican Central Committee requests Republicans to meet at the County Court House rooms in Rock Island Illinois on Thursday 8 1006 at 2 PM to choose delegates for the Republican State and Congressional conventions and to nominate county officers including judge clerk treasurer sheriff and superintendent of schools. Nominations to be by plurality at a primary on April 28 1908 from noon to 7 PM with 244 delegates allocated by township and precinct based on 1904 presidential votes.
Stephenson lodge No 61 I O O F will hold a regular business meeting and confer the second degree with several candidates Thursday evening. Mrs M G Littlefield will entertain the ladies of the First Baptist church at her home 716 Stephenson Street Wednesday afternoon to sew. Second Presbyterian Junior Missionary Society meets Wednesday to arrange an insurance talk for Thursday. A Women of Honor event planned for Wednesday night March 22 to include members and families with refreshments and dancing. Ad Kunz daughter of Mr de Kunz sails April 14 for Naples to meet her traveling companion.
Extension of fire limits, more hydrants, and opening of a street were considered. A lengthy discussion focused on opening the thoroughfare from South Galena Avenue to Empire Street as the proceedings continued.
Referred amendment to fire limit ordinance to committee of the whole and referred opening of a street from South Galena avenue to Empire street to streets, alleys and bridges. The council approved minor claims including Joseph Keister 16.50 for injuries and Rudolph Heimbach 2.96 for tax rebate. Four hydrants were approved after discussion. one was dropped. Discussions highlighted fears of uniform street width and financial implications for property owners while aldermen pressed for action and committee reporting.
Tonight at 8 at the Baptist church Rev. Orlo J. Price presents a stereopticon lecture on the founding of the Christian Church with no admission fee and a free will offering for materials. Topics include early Christian communism, church unity, and jury questions to be explored with projected views.
Sick and afflicted list shows Q. P. Guenther with grip illness. William Carow and Miss Josephine Franzis also on the sick list. R. EH. Alexander, living on Carroll Street, is seriously ill.
William Sallisbury has returned from a business trip to Dodgeville. If the Canaries arrive the 28th, the opening will be the 29th.
Sam Kendall of Phillipsburg Kan promotes Bucklen Arnica Salve as a quick cure for burns sores wounds eczema piles chapped hands sore feet sore eyes and other conditions. Available for 26 cents at Joseph Emmert's drug store with guarantee.
A later edition lists a Friday night show at the Grand Opera House titled When We Were Twenty. Tickets and timing details are not shown in the fragment.
The Illinois conference of the United Ivan Belial church conducts written exams for junior preachers at Trinity church under Rev J H Keagle with a program of biblical history theology and ethics. Several junior ministers will be ordained as deacons or elders, with Bishop Heil presiding at Sunday service. A missionary rally tomorrow evening features Rev A Haefele and others, followed by a reception hosted by Trinity church ladies.
In Shawnee street a large gathering of about thirty friends attended a party hosted by Fred Boedeker and the Misses Boedeker. Guests played progressive euchre with prizes for Paul Schaefer J Burkhart Miss Emma Burkhart and Miss Eleanor Haller. Dainty refreshments followed. The Oak Street church Young People's Alliance plans a social at Mrs Fred Wagner s Liberty street residence tomorrow evening featuring a musical program and recitations with refreshments.
Invitations issued for a card party and dance by the Stephenson lodge Order of Mutual Protection at Odd Fellows hall on Thursday evening March 22. Harris' orchestra will provide music and prizes are offered for card winners.
C F Hildreth transfers to Elmer G Pratl property in Purinton's and Staver's additions for 1400 dollars O P Wright conveys to C W Maine a lot in Wright and Purinton's addition as stated.
Licensed to Wed James G Petnswayins Pine Creek Beere Beebe Seer Awe Till as Bisle M Flook You can buy diamonds watches clocks jewelry and silverware at our own price at the Bengston auction removal sale. 8 2BOdHE
Tax notice states First National Bank will collect taxes for Harlem Township on March 28 and 24. Payment location is specified as the bank in Paceive. Names and exact parcel details are not fully readable.
A Friday night engagement at Era House features Corinne Nelg and Phyllis in a charming presentation of the play When We Were Twenty One. The production showcases musical wit and a warm, intimate theater style.
A glowing tribute lauds Dr Search for uplifting influence on teachers and schools. He embodies kindness and constructive talk, inspiring loyalty and popular support after his visit. His presence is described as renewing spirit, improving students and communities through encouragement and sound guidance.
The will of late John W. Wolven of Pecatonica was proven in probate court. Executors Edwin J. Wolven and James A. Provost were named with a bond of 180 000. Mrs Wolven renounces the will and petitions appraisers to value the estate and allot her widow’s dower. The ante nuptial contract is challenged as unjust and unknown in full terms. Four reasons are stated for disallowing the contract including lack of knowledge and alleged unfair provisions.
Belvidere residents attend church services and meetings, welcome visitors, and participate in social events. Miss Myrtle Renwick of Warren is named county superintendent of Jo Daviess. Grace Anderson returns home. Miss Alma Keehn becomes bookkeeper at E and clothing house. Community activities include card parties, dances, a St Patrick social, and a Grand Opera House performance featuring Corinne Francis as Phyllis in When We Were Twenty-one.
The ladies of Freeport and vicinity are invited to visit Snow's College of Dressmaking and Ladies' Tailoring at Rice Building. The college closing has been extended until May lat, giving all interested time to complete the course.
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