County Officials Declare Candidacies in Republican Primaries
County officers and residents including Thomas C. Shaffer and J Mason Fox announce candidacies for county treasurer and sheriff respectively, subject to the Republican primary decisions. Other figures such as Gawtry and M'OANN also declare bids for county offices, contingent on primary outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gawtry
Thomas C. Shaffer
MG. Wirling
Stephenson County
M'Oann
Repubican
J. Mason Fox
Beard
Candidate announcements for party primaries listed
The text shows multiple candidates declaring runs for public office. Legislator candidates Théreby and W H Eshons appear, with county official candidates LT and S M Malnix and Fr Cc Held also announcing. All specify dependency on Republican primaries.
Republican County Convention Called for Stephenson County
By direction of the Stephenson County Republican Central Committee the Republican voters of Stephenson County Illinois are urged to meet at the County club rooms in Kreeport Illinois on Thursday February 3 1908 at 2 p m to select delegates to the State Congressional and Senatorial conventions and to nominate Republican candidates for county offices including county judge clerk treasurer sheriff and superintendent of schools. The primary to choose nominations will be held April 28 1906 from noon to 7 p m. The convention will have 244 delegates distributed among townships and precincts based on 1904 Republican presidential votes. TM D Mack R P Eckert Secretary Chairman Feb 3 1908
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephenson County
Republican County Central Committee
Illinois
Kreeport
Ilinois
Stephenson
Local notices from Freeport and area events
Freeport Modern Woodmen camp meets this evening. The Woman's Relief Corps hosts a card party Friday evening at the G A R hall. Stephenson lodge No 61 I O O F holds a regular business meeting and confers second degree on several candidates. A Swedish immigrant group passed through the city last night en route from New York to Dodgeville Wisconsin. John Dierdorf, missing near Lanark for months, remains unfound. Martin L Aarand, former Lanark resident now in Waterloo, died Wednesday morning after drinking concentrated lyces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
Woman's Relief Corps
G. A. R. Hall
Stephenson Lodge No. 61
New York
Dodgeville
Wis
John Dierdorf
Lanark
Martin L. Aarand
Waterloo
Heappies Auction Removal Sale Highlights Jewelry
Awn hosts a removal sale featuring diamonds watches jewelry and silverware with prices listed at the Heappies auction. The event focuses on liquidation items and attracts collectors seeking precious pieces and ornamentals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gan
Bishop Reports Strong Year for United Evangelical Conference
Bishop announces notable progress in the United Evangelical conference over the past year. He cites gains in property, 25 percent rise in contributions, and 10 percent growth in conversions and additions, while noting the community’s losses and shared mourning.
Clergy Conference Highlights Missionary Efforts and Leadership
The roll shows 160 denominations with 100 in joint membership and eleven smaller than ours. Bishop Heil is praised as a decisive, natural leader. The East Pennsylvania conference reports over 8,000 for home missions and 3,000 for Church Extension in its second year. A rousing missionary rally followed, with J G Wise leading song service and talks on City Evangelization and the Savior's Missionary Prayer. The session continues with routine business and election of delegates to the general conference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heil
East Pennsylvania
The
Missionary Society
Church Extension Society
J.G. Wise
Trinity Church
J. G. Finkbeiner
M.C. Marlock
Religious gathering described in devout terms
A fragment describes a religious assembly where clergy and lay delegates participate with evident zeal. The wording emphasizes heartfelt, earnest devotion, a sense of being godly and consecrated, with worship described as both formal and powered by spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ealing
County superintendent apportions Stephenson County school funds
Cyrus Grove forwards 1906 apportionments from state funds to Stephenson County townships. Checks total numerous sums paid March 20 to district treasurers, with each name and amount listed. Includes names such as O W Fuckinger Frank Kelster R M Rackey A H Tuckett J S Baumgnaroner Rudolph Staderman and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
Stephenson County
Boards of School Directors
Cyrus Grove
College and Seminary
O.W. Fuckinger
Frank Kelster
R. M. Rackey
H. O. Tuckett
I J
Baumgnaroner
Rudolph Staderman
John WH. Rife
Fuller
Cccesseeres
W. L. Roberts
Eceere
Joseph Hutmacher
J. Berge
C Te. W. Moore
Hdward Germain
A. F. Schulte
Lewis Moses
Hdwin J. Fisher
Bernard Haymegn
James Spelmian
R. Stabeck
Fn Thorven
Ses
CyRus Grove, Co
Instructors for the institute praised by correspondents
Letters from Alfred Bayliss of Aurora and Frank Hatt of Maine praise the choice of Dr Search and Supt Stetson for the Freeport Illinois institute. Bayliss hopes to attend daily. Hatt notes Dr Stetson’s reputation and calls him a drawing card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Cyrus Grove
Freeport
Ill
Stetson
Search
Alfred Bayliss
Aurora
Mr. Grove
Dr. Search
Supt. Stetson
Dr. Stetson
Pennsylvania
Sick and Afflicted In State Street Home
Charles Selle a Civil War veteran and tailor is critically ill at his State street home as of today His condition worsened George Heisler who lives with his son in law Christ Shouer is better Josie Franz who has been seriously ill is recovering
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Selle
State Street
George Heisler
Christ Shouer
Josie Franz
Initiation Night for Twenty Hives in Northern Illinois
Candidates from twenty hives across Rockford Freeport Belvidere Marengo Woodstock McHenry and other northern cities will be initiated in Elgin on April 26 under the Elgin and Illinois hives L O T M. Mrs Lillian Hollister supreme commander and other leaders will conduct the exercises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockford
Freeport
Belvidere
Marengo
Woodstock
McHenry
Illinois
Elgin
Elgin and
Ilinois
Lillian Hollister
Order
Real estate transactions by B F Timms
Real estate agent B F Timms reports two sales. O Wright’s residence at 180 Liberty street sold to C W Main for 5500. Wright buys an eighty acre farm in Lee county for 38600 through Timms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Timms
O. Wright
Liberty Street
C. W. Main
Wright
Lee County
Petition in Bankruptcy for Warren R. Dawson Tailor Belvidere
Warren R. Dawson of Belvidere filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition in federal court. Liabilities total 1206.96 dollars while assets amount to 314.76 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren R. Dawson
Belvidere
Not Insane. Agnes Springer Cleared by Jury
Mrs. Agnes Springer was brought before the county court for a mental condition examination. The jury declared she was not insane and capable of managing her own affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnes Springer
Roy Clay and Ruth Long Listed in Stockton Area Notice
Roy Clay of Stockton and Ruth V. Long of Freeport appear in a local public notice alongside other residents. The item lists names in a countywide roster and notes a procedural date for a related meeting or filing.
Stockton Couple Wed in City License Ceremony
Stockton couple Miss Lulu Perry and Roy Clay obtained a marriage license and were wed here today by Judge A. J. Clarity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stockton
Lulu Perry
Roy Clay
A. J. Clarity
Real Estate Transfers Show Two Property Moves
Real estate transfers list Wim H Shows selling lots 9 through 18 in Wheel Factory Addition to Roy R Lattig for 500 dollars and William Hoxsie selling a lot in Schiller's addition to Rollin Ferris for 850 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wim.h
Roy R. Lattig
William Hoxsie
Rollin Ferris
Schiller
Mrs Win Kaste Sr Ill In Diphtheria Threat
Mrs Win Kaste Sr is dangerously ill while John Washburn of Fifth Avenue also suffers from diphtheria.
Musical Program at Second Presbyterian Church
A concert will be given at the Second Presbyterian church tomorrow evening, promising a fine musical treat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Second Presbyterian Church
Hollister Veg Dogs Advertised At 86 Cents
An advertisement for Hollister's Rocky Mountain Veg dogs claims they pour life into you, warm and stimulate circulation. The pitch mentions 86 cents and references Tea or Tablets and Joseph Emmert as the advertiser or contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Joseph Emmert
Deceased Sundberg Was a Noted Illinois Central Conductor
John Sundberg a prominent Freeport and Illinois Central conductor died last evening at 11 10 after a year and a half of illness. Born July 18 1864 aboard a mid ocean steamer, he rose from Rockford hack driver to conductor on the Dubuque to Chicago route. He married Celia Rittmeier in 1895 and leaves wife and son Bertram, plus brother Charles. Funeral Friday at 3 30 at 78 Galena street with burial at East Dubuque.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Sundberg
Fall Road
Illinois Central Road
Sundberg
Marke
Dubuque
Chicago
Ocean
Rockford
Galena
Celia Rittmeier
Freeport
Bertram
Charles
Freeport Aerie of Eagles
Modern Woodmen of America
BE. B. Carr
Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen
Galena Street
Frederick. J. Bate
Resto
The
Episcopal Church
East Dubuque
Ben Morse
Mr. Morse
Stonewall Jackson
Stonewall
Elizabeth Meier Dies After Long Illness in Davis
Mrs Elizabeth Meier wife of Henry Meier of Davis died this morning at 4 30 after a year and a half battle with stomach cancer. Born July 7 1842 in Epplyanna she married Henry F Meier in 1870. She leaves husband five children and one brother Louis Brunn of Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adam Wilkey
Freeport
Wilbur Keagle
Davis
Charles
Edward
Louis
Louis Brunn
Chicago
Personal Notices From The Daily Journal
F R Rice has gone to Chicago on a business trip. Mrs J C Martin has gone to Chicago to visit friends. Mrs J Penticoff visiting relatives at Baileyville. Joe Benston transacting business at Dixon today. Mrs William Hamm visiting friends at Baileyville. W J Daible transacting business in Chicago today. Mrs A J Broad guest of relatives at Baileyville. E D Allington went to Polo on a business trip this morning. David Byers returned from a business trip to Minneapolis. Miss Helen Grant went to Baileyville this morning to visit friends. Mrs M Kunz went to Rochester Ind this morning to visit friends and relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Martin
Chicago
Helen Grant
Baileyville
Mra. M. Kunz
Rochester
Tnd
Corinne Francis Stars in We Were Twenty-One at Grand Opera
Corinne Francis appears as Phyllis in the stage revival We Were Twenty One at the Grand Opera House Pridey night. Be2d4t
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corinne Francis
Phyllis
Grand Opera House
Wedding and social notices from Freeport and vicinity
Marriage of Mary Carolyn Schwarze and William Winders described with church, colors, and a bridal gown. Post ceremony baptism of their five week old daughter. Guests depart on Illinois Central train. Also surprise parties for Miss Meta Hermsmeier and Miss Webster with music, games, and refreshments. charity dinners and a First M E church birthday surprise for Mrs. Shaffer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kill
Oban
Ié Freeport
Brocery
Freeport
Ohio
Ee Oo
Dixon
William Winders
Illinois Central Railroad
Mary Carolyn Schwarze
BK. BE. Schwarze
McCaskill
Meta Hermsmeier
Pleasant Street
Hermsmeier
Peotone
Amanda
Holke
Hugo Luegerman
Oscar Ludolph
Rose Mensenkamp
Anna Meise
Freda Ruthe
Wurzél Bros
Adolph Nolting
Meta, Hermsmeier
Miss Bertha
Ortmeier
Mrs Brady Surprised at Anniversary Gathering
Mrs. W. S. Brady was pleasantly surprised Monday evening at her home by about thirty ladies who called to congratulate her on her anniversary. She received numerous handsome gifts as mementos, and all attendees enjoyed the event.
Card Party and Dance at Odd Fellows Ball
Stephenson Jodge hosts a card party and dance tonight with Harris' orchestra. Elegant prizes for card winners. Court of Honor social invites members and families with refreshments. Free admission. Marriages: Charles J. Trumbo and Laura Kramer wed. Frank W. Weir and Vera G. Bell wed. Germania Party hosts a dance and card party tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephenson Jodge
Order of Mutual Protection
Odd Fellows’ Ball
Harris’ Orchestra
Court of Honor
Charles J. Trumbo
Freeport
Laura Kramer
Scioto Mills
Frank W. Weir
Vera G. Bell
Cedarville
Rockford
Regular Meeting of the W.O. 7 U at M O A Parlors
A regular meeting of the W.O. 7 U will be held Friday at 2 20 p m in M O A parlors Rev Gardner Thrall will address the group on Some Present Encouraging Features in the Warfare Against Strong Prink Everyone welcome
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gardner Thrall
Prink
Willett lecture argues miracles fit gospel narratives
Prof Willett spoke to Presport attendees on miracles of Christ arguing nature and natural laws do not refute miracles. He stated scientists avoid disputing gospel miracles and urged interest in the final talk on The Program of Jesus, aiming for record attendance on April 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willett
Chiat
Jesus
Carrcroft farm put up for sale in Delaware foreclosure
Wilmington Delaware March 22 Special The Carrcroft farm of J Edward Addicks was offered for sale by the sheriff to satisfy a mortgage held by Mrs Ida Shaw of New Castle The mortgage originally for 33000 on the Carrcroft farm was given to George Wharton Pepper receiver of Bay State Gas company It was assigned to Mrs Shaw who now forecloses to recover her money The farm at Carrcroft five miles above Wilmington includes more than 800 acres of high land with a fine view of the Delaware river
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilmington
Del
Carrecroft
Edward Addicks
Ida Shaw
New Castle
Addicks
Bay State ‘Gas Company
Garrcroft
George Wharton Pepper
Bay State Gag Company
Shaw
Carrcroft
Wimington
Delaware River
Silver casket presented to late Charles mentioned
London report notes a large silver casket presented to the late Charles is described in a special dispatch dated March 22. The description emphasizes the ceremonial significance and formal acknowledgment from the presenting body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Charles
Kilmanhatt Chair Heirloom Auction Sparks Mystery
A fragmentary note hints at an auction of a notable chair linked to Kilmanhatt, with mentions of kin and claimed ownership. Details are unclear due to damaged text, but the item appears tied to a brotherly transfer and controversial provenance.
Doctor Habit Cited as Beat By Grape-Nuts Users
A Chicago woman reports no doctor visits in five years after using Grape-Nuts, claiming improved digestion headaches nervousness and rheumatism relief. Her husband notes night shifts are easier with the food providing strength and satisfaction. Manufactured by Postum Co Battle Creek Michigan. Read The Road to Wellville booklet in packages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Iernis Pieindeinindanah Tates
Uaé
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Miehy
Wellville
Florence township tax collector turns over books
Fred Peters, Florence township tax collector, has turned over his books to the county treasurer. He reports collecting every cent assessed, with $9,708.61 charged and collected, $194.17 in commissions, and $9,614.44 due to various treasurers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Peters
Florence
Teessesiatves
C.cceese Eas
When We Were Twenty One at Grand Opera House Friday
The Grand Opera House presents When We Were Twenty-One this Friday night. Show time and venue details appear in the community notices of the local paper.
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Agfeby
Badentt B
Brubaker
W. H. Eshons
General Assembly
Republican Party
William W. Kraps
Dientt
Henry Ritzman
Malnix
Sttephensen County
Mack R. P, Eckert
Jefferson
Peredareges Augiae Boemeter
Michell
Florence Veee Daw
Ilhelms Suver Creek
D. H. ‘Meyer
Ridott
I. Taggart
John Scheffner
D. G. Lashell
Ata
Dainee Rezner
Hank
Esas Freeport
J. Wells
Franti Harris
F. Reiger
Kuehner
A. Molter
H. Timimis
Iyohn
BR. Waddell
Ore J. MeeCann
Bae
Seaveees
Thomas Riehcy
Porter
Pike
Tabbed Qahndeh
Joseph Richard
Frank Erwin
West Point
F. Houser
Ve T
Houser
Wim, Kalley
Meinert
Gage
United Evangelical Conference
Meeting of the
Sev
Eral Missionary Societies
F. W. Landwer
Hejl
H. Schneider
C. FE. Roloff
J. G.finkbeiner
Car
J. H. Keagle
United Evangelical Church
M. C. Morlock
Grove
Fred N. Winders
Ruth V. Long
Mid-Ocean
America
Neral
F. R. Rice
Miss Hermsmeier
Charles Shaffer
M .E. Church
M. E. Bradshaw
Washington Street
W. R. Schroeder
Germania Party
Germania Society
Parnell
Kilmanhatt
Ake
OWL
Buster Brown
WM. Walton
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