Personal notices from Freeport and nearby towns
Morning travelers and visitors are listed from Dixon to Montana. People from Winslow Lena Kingston and Morris return home, visit relatives and attend events. several plan travels to Chicago Monroe Mendota Dakota and Spokane while others host or meet visiting relatives and attend local institutes and meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Mericle
Corabellum
Winslow
Freeport
Stephen Rigney
Nathan Ford
Chicago
Florence Serrassa
Monroe
Emory Odell
Gus Wiser
Central City
New Mexico
Jacob Maurer
John Guenther
Dakota
Ann Worth
Local church and society notices in Freeport scene
The Freeport Shakespeare society meets Monday evening with Miss Hettinger and St. Margaret's guild with Mrs. Chae. H Green at 269 Douglas avenue. Armor addresses Boys at the Y M C A Sunday afternoon. Thrall of West Freeport Bible school previews 9:30 tomorrow morning can on illustrations. Young Women Workers plan Easter sale at Read's store with garden seeds, aprons, runners, and scarves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport Shakespeare Society
Thrall
West Freeport Bible School
First Presbyterian Church
Read's
Up-to-date tailor offers spring suitings in stock
John S. Harpster promotes new spring suitings at his shop on Stephenson Street. The Up-to-date doer invites customers to call now to secure the choicest selections and latest styles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John S. Harpster
Stephenson Street
Bitter Root Valley: A Prominent Pacific Northwest Fruit Belt
Overview touts Bitter Root Valley as oldest and most proven fruit region near the Northwest coast. Claims include 600 miles closer to eastern markets, strong links to mining camps, global fruit sales, cheap lumber and fuel, no pests, and ten years without crop failure. Notes government station, 13 Northern Pacific stations within 46 miles, plus good roads, schools, churches, and rural services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific Northwest
Montana
Lts
S-Government
Northern Pacific
State University
Irrigated Bitter Root Valley Offered as Better Route to Wealth
The Bitter Root Valley irrigation project, costly at 3 million dollars, claims the land beside existing farms can triple prices. A $2,000 down payment covers land and improvements, with the land generating future gains. Excursions are offered twice monthly. for details, call, write, or visit for booklets.
Police Board Meeting Called Over Recent Robberies
The police committee of the city council will meet this evening to discuss rising robberies. Aldermen on the committee are Mesars Gibler Bauscher and McGovern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesars
Former Freeporter Injured in Rockford Tank Explosion
D. D. Shierk, once of Freeport, injured Friday when a compressed air tank exploded at the boiler plant of D. D. Shierk & Co. His hands were singed. Employee John Anderson was badly bruised about the limbs and hands.
Licensed to Marry Gust Lundgren and Selina Nelson
Rockford couple Gust Lundgren and Selina Nelson received a marriage license. The ceremony is planned locally with permission granted by city clerk and county records indicate couple intends a private wedding at a designated venue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gust Lundgren
Rockford
Selina Nelson
Same
Horses Wanted at Freeport Livery Barn
Morris Falkenstein, a well known horse buyer, will be at Hayes and Kettle's livery barn in Freeport corner Galeng and Mechanic streets until March 20. He offers the highest market price for all kinds in good condition. Contact Moses Folkenstein at 3-9-d-2w.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morris Falkenstein
Hayes & Kettle’s
Freeport
Galeng
Mechanic Streets
Moses Folkenstein
Masons hold school of instruction across neighboring towns
Masons from Rockford Belvidere and Jo Daviess county attended a school of instruction at the Masonic temple which closed Friday night. District Deputy Grand Master Huff led the sessions with strong participation and plans for a four day follow up school in Jo Daviess county with his aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masonic Temple
Huff
Belvidere
Rockford
Oliver
Jo Daviess County
After Long Absence a Freeport Drummer Boy Returns
John Strong, after forty five years away, comes back to Freeport and then to Danville’s old soldiers home. He seeks old comrades from Company E, 142d Illinois Volunteer Infantry, finds none remaining from his unit. Once a drummer boy, he recalls a Freeport Methodist church conversion and a New Testament gift from a young lady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Strong
Freeport
Seurar
Mlinois Volunteer Infantry
Danville
Mr. Strong
Daviess County
Strong
Ady
In Social Circles The Very Notes
A court exhibit quotes playful love notes from a man to a girl, mentioning ribbons and the line you are the apple of my eye. The New York Times notes these playful documents as Exhibit A and B in court next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Reaches Ninety Fifth Year Of County Pioneer
Friday marked the ninety fifth birth anniversary of Joseph Secker, one of the county’s earliest settlers and perhaps its oldest citizen. The quiet celebration took place at his son John Secker’s home on Iroquois street, with children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren in attendance. Despite his age he remains in good health and may reach the century mark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Secker
John Secker
Iroquois
Secker
Elson and Bison to Host Evening Reception on Stephenson Street
Mr. and Mrs. M. V. B. Elson and Miss Maud Bison will entertain at a reception at their home on upper Stephenson street this evening. About ninety-five invitations have been issued and plans for a most elaborate party have been made. A number of out-of-town guests will attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. V. B. Elson
Maud Bison
Upper Stephenson Street
Arms and the Man to Be Staged at Freeport Temple
Bernard Shaw play Arms and the Man will be presented this evening by the Freeport Shakespeare Society at the Masonic temple. Curtain rises at 8 o'clock. Invitations issued. admission by card only at the door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernard Shaw
Masonic Temple
Freeport Shakespeare Society
Bridge Whist Party Honors Mrs Dick At Minnie's Event
Miss Minnie Arndt hosted a bridge whist party with friends this afternoon. Mrs Charles McCluhan hosted another Friday afternoon gathering of ladies for bridge whist. First honor went to Mrs Nancy Dick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnie Arndt
Charles McCluhan
Nancy Dick
Rockford Couple Married in Freeport Ceremony
Miss Selma Nelson and Gunt Lundgren of Rockford wed today in Freeport at noon, officiated by Police Magistrate Hentley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Selma Nelson
Gunt Lundgren
Rockford
Freeport
Hentley
Prominent Galena Man Joseph Metzgar Dies
Joseph Metzgar of Galena, a prominent local figure, died on Friday. He was the father of Mrs. Charles James of Freeport, leaving a notable family and a lasting civic presence in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Metzgar
Galena
Charles James
Freeport
Allen's Foot-Baser Powder Ad for Foot Comfort
An old fashioned ad promotes Allen's Foot-Baser powder to ease tired feet and tight shoes. It claims relief for aching, swollen and hot feet, corns, and gives rest and comfort. Free trial package and sample of FOOT-EASE are offered by mail from Allen Olmsted in Le Roy New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Bhoe
Olmsted
le Roy
N.Y
Patrons Urged to Confirm Regular Newspaper Delivery
Patrons not receiving their paper regularly will confer a favor by satisfying this office of same. The notice requests readers to inform the office to ensure continuous delivery and avoid service gaps.
Armor Here Tomorrow At Opera House And Embury Church
Mrs Armor speaks at the Opera House tomorrow at 8 pm and at Embury church the same evening near Omaha Neb. A large crowd is expected with about 6000 attendees reported from Belle View Chautauqua. Lincoln McConnell praises Armor as a powerful platform speaker and the event includes music by the Lincoln orchestra and a Y M C A quartet. Contributions are invited to support the meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crater
Opera House
Benbury
Whett
Armor
Belleview Chautauqua
Omaha
Neb
James Dahlman
Omaha Papera
Artror
Dahlman
Incoln McConnell
Nebraska
Mary Harris
Opora
Embury Church
Lincoln Orchestra
Market Report From Union Stock Yards and Board of Trade
Closing quotations for the Union stock yards show cattle steady with various classes priced from 4.60 to 7.00, hogs up to around 10,000 head with values near 6.35 to 6.75, and sheep steady at about 85 to 80. The report notes details on beef and dairy cattle, feeders, and other categories, followed by quotations on the Chicago Board of Trade as provided by C. D. Anderson of Hettinger building in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Chicago
Union Stock Yards
Chicago Board of Trade
C. D. Anderson
Hettinger
Stephenson Street
Majestic hosts new film bill with Gabriel Nathan
At the Majestic the regular triple bill is scheduled for tomorrow Sunday. Managers in Chicago arranged for several newest films to be shown. Gabriel Nathan the baritone singer who opened his engagement this afternoon will perform and sing at each show tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Majestic
Chicago
Gabriel Nathan
Condition of Roy Shocker After Street Car Incident
The condition of Roy Shocker, struck by a street car while crossing Stephenson Street on Thursday morning, remains reported about the same today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Shocker
Stephenson Street
Plague Outbreak in Savanna Strikes Several Cases
Several cases of penuine ema Ipox have developed at Savanna. One victim is quarantined in a box car as the city lacks a pest house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savanna
Hall's Catarrh Cure advertised with reward offer
An old advertisement promises one hundred dollars for an incurable case of catarrh if Hall's Catarrh Cure fails. It notes F J Cheney & Co of Toledo endorse the remedy, with Walding Kinnan & Marvin as Toledo wholesalers. The cure is described as an internal blood and mucous system remedy priced at 75 cents per bottle, with testimonials offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F.j.cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
The Up-to-date clothier promotes custom shirts
Freeport advertiser Joan HARPSTER offers the finest line of custom made shirts. Customers are invited to view samples at 189 Stephenson Street to be convinced of quality and fit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
Joan
Harpster
Stephenson Street
Cleaning Offer From B. B. Dye Works
A brief ad urges readers to call now to have clothing cleaned and pressed. The notice promises garment preservation and longer hold times, touting the value of a thorough cleaning for older suits and out of shape items at B. B. Dye Works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. B
Also Mentioned on This Page
A. W. Barker
Dixon
Mrs. Staver
H. Ohlendorf
J. Gray
George Schmelszie
Mabel Boyle
Haldane
Edrea Leamon
Lena
Nelle Bogler
Mt. Carroll
J. Marks
Michigan City
Ind
Edith
Mary Ayers
Woosung
M. A. Arnold
Myrtle Holroyd
Kingston
Ill
J. C. Meisenbach
Mendota
Charles L. Herrmann
Minnesota
O. N. Bull Remedy Company
Mesdames F. Gray
R. V. Garretson
O. Knierem
Morris
Fred Ridgway
Sarah Torey
Bloomington
Roy
National Biscuit Company
Andrew Erickson
Amelia Erickson
Spokane
Wash
Mary Hand
Hollandale
Oglesby
J. G. Pomerene
Cleveland
Ohio
C. C. Cromley
Cedarville
F. L. Brockmeier
Grand Rapids
Mich
K. P. Ockenga
Williamsburg City Fire Insurance Company
Robert Anderson
Mary Harris Armor
Jobn Burrell
City
Washington
Moline Dispatch
W. HA. Foll
James R. Cowley
E. F. Seiter
George
Ida
Minnie
Missen Seiter
Stephenson and Jo Daviess County
Teachers’ Institute
Kathleen McKitrick
A. J. M. Gordon
St. Charles, TK
Mrs. Gordon
F. A. Read
Otto Wagner
Galena Street
J Young & Co Books
Opp
Manefiele
H. B. Erb
Bitter Root Valley Irrigation Co
Washington St
Tel. Rand
Tool Headquarters
Weiss & Co
Merck & O’brien
Marck & O'Brien
Chicago St
Masons
Social Notes
Wee
Fae Bale
Pelephone Blue
Edw. Allington, Jr
Wwe
Pierce
Lecent
E. F. Ryan
Brown & Dollmeyer
Talking Machines
Victor Records
Columbia Records
Cable Co. Pianos
GEO. A. Stemm
Galena St. Opp
N. Y
The
Journal
Gochnaur
Galena St
Court House
Duer & Foll
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