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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Mar 25, 1908

Page

3

Cure for sore feet with Cuticura products

Mrs. Margaret Primmer of Plattin Missouri recounts four years of painful cracked feet with no relief until a neighbor loaned Cuticura Ointment. After using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills purchased for one dollar, her feet healed completely and have remained well. She praises Cuticura highly.

Margaret Primmer Plattin, Mo Potter Drug & Chem. Corp Sole Props Boston Mass

The Alexandrian Library History and Destruction

Two ancient Alexandria libraries are noted the Brucchiuin or Brunecium and the Serapeum. The Brunecium reportedly held 70 000 volumes while the Serapeum housed about 400 000. Julius Caesar’s fire destroyed the Brunecium, and Theodosius along with Caliph Amr ordered the Serapeum’s destruction or dispersal in 640 A D with the claim that books aligned with Islam were useless and those opposed were pernicious.

Alexandria Brunecium Serapeum Julius Caesar Theodosius Bot AL Elaine Chiat Amron

Between Extremes Freeport Debates Local Liquor Law

A Civil War era style column condemns local option efforts in Freeport. It contrasts three citizen classes the dealers and consumers and non consuming non radicals. It forecasts harsh penalties and social stigma if local option passes and criticizes boycott talk by Civic League members. It argues for moderation liberty and individual rights.

Rights and Liberty League Civic Freeport Mr. X Stephenson Street Mr. T Kentucky Silk Judge Bentley Bastile Willie Jones Mrs. Smith Mr. Smith New York Civic League

Hindipo Nerve Tonic advertised by local druggists

Co P Guenther & Co at Gatena corner sell Hindipo the nerve tonic and vitalizer. Promised to cure nervous debility insomnia and restore vitality, with a full money back guarantee if it does not benefit the buyer. Try it today with no risk.

Notice of business change and new ownership at local shop

Having resigned his position at the Staver Shoe store and purchased the former Philip Mattern shop, under Beogston's Jewelry Stores, the new owner invites friends to visit. Promises first class work and guarantees. Signed by Jounsn Pena.

Staver Shoe Philip Mattern Kbeogston Bd Wall Vuarantecc

Tax payment deadline near at Lilly & Foss store

Tan Collector warns residents that Friday March 27 is the last day to pay taxes to the collector. The collector will be at Lilly and Foss' clothing store all week until that date in Harbor Township.

Tan Lilly& Foss War Hir MacHenr Harlein Township

Daily Journal Delivery Across City At Ten Cents A Week

The Daily Journal announces citywide delivery available for ten cents weekly. Readers in all districts can subscribe for regular editions delivered to their doorsteps.

the Daily Journal

Quincy Adams Sawyer and Marys Lamb at Grand March 28

Amusement notice lauds Quincy Adams Sawyer as a uniquely wholesome rural drama with lively humor and authentic New England village character. It previews the Grand Theatre event with Marys Lamb in Chicago and highlights Richard Carle in a musical version of Madame Mongodin with a strong chorus and popular songs.

Quincey Adams Sawyer New England New York Tlinois Theatre Chicago Richard Carle Madame Mongodin Mr. Carle Leander Lamb Betsy

ManZan Pile Remedy In A Collapsible Tube

Ready to use in a collapsible tube with nozzle the remedy soothes heals and relieves inflammation soreness and itching One application claims relief and the product is sold by N J Moogk and C P Guenther.

Price Hoe N. J. Moogk C. P. Guenther

Wrestling Triple Feature At Armory Hall Attracts Attention

Three wrestling matches set for tonight at Armory Hall have stirred strong interest in local sports circles. The program promises competitive bouts and showcases rising regional talent.

Armory Hall

Referee Shine Reed to officiate unclear bout details

The fragment mentions Shine Reed as referee and lists a jumbled series of fighter names and weights from various locations. The text is garbled with mispellings and uncertain bout pairings including Elgin Rockford Betotto and others, making the outcome and event specifics unclear.

Armory Hall Shine Reed Youngs Packard Wondstock Wilson Breckford Jack Bill Elgin Hery Rockford Jeff Daviso Betotto How Cearrer Bor

Devs' Trial Offer for Back Pain Relief

An advertisement promises relief for back ache rheumatic and bladder pains with a trial price of one dollar. It claims suitability for all ages and guarantees satisfaction or money back. Sold by H J Moogk and C P Gucuther.

H. J. Moogk C. P. Gucuther

Ice sales open for natural and artificial supply

Armourucement announces readiness to take orders for ice this season. Offers both natural and artificial ice to meet consumer demand. J. RSM signs the notice dated 3-13.

President calls for new laws on unions and restraint

A sweeping address urges modification of the 1808 act to permit peaceful combinations and unions. It argues the antitrust framework should allow collective bargaining, strikes, and worker protections while preserving property rights and prohibiting violence. It condemns blacklists and coercive tactics as unlawful.

Changes Deemed Necessary To Antitrust Law Proposals

A historic draft argues that antitrust measures may broadly affect labor and farmers organizations and business groups. It proposes allowing a government authority to review contracts, filing with a bureau, and potential prohibition within sixty days. The plan envisions public scrutiny and possible legal action for restraints on trade.

Hiw Tsucho Comnissioner Secretary of Commerce Tuto Bureau of Corporations Threefort Hetiodt

Revision of the Tariff and Postal Savings Banks

AHouse debate urges tariff revision and the establishment of postal savings banks as vital for wage workers and the broader financial system. Proposals call for investigations, committee reports, and action this session, with focus on waterway improvements and forest protection amid broader conservation concerns.

Staal Tno Congress House of Representatives Loum Appermahen Onarhon Ube

Ballot on the Lid Open Sunday Policy Sparked by Court

Chicago reports that United Societies win their ballot question on open Sunday sitation after Judge M Walker overrulings. The circuit court ruling permits the April 7 vote while criticizing election commissioners power on public policy, amid a controversial policy debate. A second item details witness testimony in the Lazarus Averbuch case, linking Shipp family remarks to the inquest.

Chicago M. Walker Circuit Court Board of Electie Commissioners Ord Jude Walker Comimbraen Lazarus Averbuch Shipps Tfarty Siippy Suippy Averbieh Girt Averbuch

Fragmented OCR Note on Political Proceedings in Michigan

Unclear OCR text describes disputed topics at a Michigan event involving the Pe oriies and seating, with references to a direct meritibue and OND Direct. The fragment mentions fears of ages and a Teen Peedi group, plus a Very 4 wrrethoe, hinting at a political or civic meeting with attendees and seating concerns.

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Girl's 91.25 and 1.50 double gole kid shoes sale

Local retailer Schmidt Wachlio Pfeifer advertises girls shoe sale featuring 91.25 and 1.50 price points with patent tips sizes sh to 2. Special atoye wording appears in the listing.

Atoye, Schmidt, Wachlio & Pfeifer

Confesses Poul Murder Rovrfield Hib Marcel 24

An old Min wets nndered and a confession implicates Weslsey J P Bradtdoek and others in a murder plot. The statement claims a man and his brother disposed of the body in a well near Mesite after a fatal shooting during a robbery plot tied to a life insurance company. The defendants face conspiracy charges.

Marcel Guinde Tsiae Cry Wesley JP Bradtdoek Simoetheread Ted Haines Wits Diet

Duror Repudiates His Vote Repudiates His Vote

Peoria report notes ALAW White discusses the Nath vs Strokard of company case. Fors reprediytedh thre vote de derb oust Potosi ORS aps therety qeeessthitines nomen trial sied for Siete clittasewes wid ook.

Peoria White Jacob P Nath Strokard OF Company Potosi

Spring Winds and Pinesalve Carbolized Remedy

An old advertisement touts Spring Winds to chap skin and promote Pinesalve Carbolized as a poultice for cuts sores burns and chapped skin. Sold by H. J. Moogh and C. P.

H. J. Moogh C. P. Guenther

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