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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1900
Page
5
President McKinley recalls how Lincoln valued firsthand opinion by reading letters from citizens and newspapers across parties. He narrates a White House encounter where Leonard Swett arrives late, only to hear Lincoln caution that even in Washington one can hear too much and misread public mood.
A humorous collage of remarks from a Missouri audience and a Columbia school visit. Dialogues touch love, marriage, and wartime indifference. A lower grade pupil correctly defines Earth axis as an imaginary line while humorously skewering a bonnet question.
President McKinley urged universal opposition to imperialism in New York, arguing free government has trained Americans to lift distant peoples toward liberty. He warned against doubt, urged breaking from isolation, and said the burden of empire is a opportunity to spread life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Lord Salisbury remains committed to his pledge to settle the South African issue without external aid. He asserts Britain will dictate terms to the victor and determine the region’s future, arguing that no power should challenge or intervene in Britain’s plans. The outcome remains uncertain, but British government decisions will shape the future.
The text argues for equal rights among races and balanced representation after the war. It envisions an English speaking ministry in the Transvaal where English speakers are a majority, Dutch governance in the Orange Free State where Dutch are dominant, and minority language and representation protections in all cases. It notes this aligns with British prewar urging.
The piece extols the first Republican president Abraham Lincoln and the party for advancing the Pacific railroad and suppressing slavery. It argues Republican leaders fostered progress, sound money, and expansion of trade to the Orient, while labeling the Democratic party as non progressive and critical of currency and court decrees. It predicts the GOP’s continued influence unless its mission ends.
The Fourth Grade of Third Ward School reports a list of students who were neither absent nor tardy through the term ending March 23 1900. Elizabeth Murphy teacher Ruby Fletcher, Freda Kracht Harriet Murphy Anna Popkes Alma Schermack Gustav Bruening Eono Hillmer.
The annual Freeport Consistory session will begin Monday evening at the Masonic hall. The gathering is scheduled to discuss upcoming activities and plans for the order's local chapters.
Chas Bentley returned from Beloit last evening. Mrs M L Henry of Chicago visits with Mrs H R Dill. Dr J R Hawkins of Rush Medical College Chicago was in the city yesterday. Senator H F Aspinwall and States Attorney O E Heard went to Chicago this morning. H Rhinehart left for Mt Morris for several days. L M DeVore went to Rockford. Miss Tda Peck returned to Champaign after visiting Miss Nellie Goethe. Miss F Guit eau traveled to Chicago this morning. Mrs M J Hanley and daughter went to Chicago today. Miss K Flanagan headed to Chicago. B Unger organizer of Knights and Ladies of Honor here to reorganize Germania lodge. Walter Wasson of Illinois Central at Madison visiting Freeport friends. Steve Bolender home from Rush Medical College for spring vacation. Miss Mammen of Bloomington visiting Miss Roberts. Dr C L Snyder went to Chicago on business. Will Johnson from Chicago to spend spring vacation. Mrs George Springman of Cedarville visiting brother John Baltzer. Jason Youngs from Omaha here for Archibald Youngs marriage.
Collector L. W. Reed of Loran township settles with the county treasurer showing 8196 47 assessed, 7957 49 collected, 238 98 delinquent, 159 15 commission. Ridott township collector F. W. Kerr reports 11012 44 assessed, 10693 66 collected, 318 78 delinquent, 213 87 commission.
Nudd and Seise, Lena horse buyers, bought from John Holler of Florence township one of the finest horse spans in Stephen son county. The five-year-olds weigh 3,500 pounds and sold for 325 dollars.
A delegation of Freeport masons including Dr. J. M. Saucerman L. H. Burrell Dr. L. M. Currier Sheriff Fox R. D. Kuehner L. A. Manon J. B. McCool and I. N. Roland attended Pearl City Friday night. They assisted the local lodge in conferring the degrees upon three candidates. A splendid supper followed, and the visitors felt well repaid for the trip.
The lady bowlers are ready to face the five Freeport bowlers in a Rockford tournament held last night. Any day this week except Sunday offers gum, ice cream or soda water as prizes. O beauty what a powerful weapon thou art. The bravest men fall at thy feet. No wonder women take Rocky Mountain Tea to prolong that joyous spell Jos Emmert.
Charles Nieman of Milwaukee formerly of Freeport files for bankruptcy in U S court with liabilities of 14515 dollars and assets listed as zero.
A health feature extols Grape-Nuts as delivering more usable nourishment per pound than meat and grains, claiming true health balances the body. It cites H. G. Carpenter of Kansas City who gained ten pounds after three packages and notes the product’s claimed universal appeal and availability through grocers. Battle Creek, Michigan makers noted.
A Freeport delegation led by L. Z. Farwell went to Rockford to witness the ice go out on Rock River. They toured a dim bowling alley, faced Rockford youths, and split three games 681 798 718 to 556 722 680 with Rockford winning overall. postgame both towns swelled with cheer and a second club contest ended 1204 to 1202 in Rockford’s favor.
Miss Carrie G Atkins of Sag Harbor New York says chronic health issues including stomach troubles headaches and weakness improved significantly after one bottle of Paine's Celery Compound. She credits restored nerves and strength to the remedy and urges others who are weak and nervous to try it.
A cryptic note describes a midnight scene at the Pecatonica river bridge with a plea not to take something, claimed to resemble Rocky Mountain Tea produced by the Madison Medicine Co., authored by Jos. Emmert.
A columnist defends hypnotism and Prof Vernon, arguing there is nothing uncanny about the practice. The piece says hypnotism follows natural laws, explains baffling phenomena, and offers beneficial, educational shows combining science, comedy, and drama.
The Prohibition club will meet at Warren Hewa's address, 280 Fifth Avenue, Monday evening.
Mrs G S Manshield of the Grove and Stephenson corner invites Freeport ladies to call and inspect plates and samples of ready-to-wear suits skirts waists and jackets from Chas A Stevens Bros Chicago. This notice promotes a sales event at a local corner location.
John Bauscher Jr. advertises a big flower sale offering roses of all colors this Saturday March 24 from 25 cents per dozen up at W. W. Harpster’s location. The announcement highlights variety and price point for spring blooms.
The Catoaco market notes March 24 show closing quotes for July wheat corn oats pork lard and ribs. Cattle and hog prices at Union stock yard steady to strong with beef, stockers, hogs and sheep listed. New York stock market overview and grain broker C. W. Killen referenced.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a name Pinder F Birng O’Hare and reference a possible award in a fancy work set. Details are unclear. no date or location is readable.
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