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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1909

Page

4

Republican Ticket Names From Rawleigh City Clerk Race

Republican ticket listings show candidates for mayor and wards, with names for aldermen first and second wards, and third ward. Also includes assistant supervisors town clerk assessor collector and a slate of constables.

Bae Shee T Rawleigh Y Oha Aw Cy Kensie Wagner Alder Men Younge Harke Sohiuig Hi. Wieman G Winte ER Republican Town Phillip Moler Henry Trepus Roy Loveland M. Kauffman August Bubsman George W. Rand Illiam Trotter W. W. Wheat Baiah W. Chapman Fred W. Bouthwick Asa Cantrile

Local tobacconist and cigar ads in Freeport listings

Readable fragments show Brown Dollmeyer's and W. J. Young & Co. listings, J Grafton's cigar tore, Carey's tobacco store at 42 Stephenson Street, and an ad at the Brewster House near 27 Stephenson Street. Contains sourced names and street addresses for local shops.

Brown & Dollmeyer’s W. J Young & Co J. Grafton Stephenson St Carey’s Tobacco Store Brewster House

Personal notices from Freeport and surrounding towns

Morning passenger J F Hill travels to Polo. H B Erb calls at Lena. J H Bast from Winslow visits Freeport. Flossie Fritz of Winslow guests Freeport friends. I A Penticoff returns after Winslow visit. C C Hanson of Argyle calls on business. Eunice Smith of Warren Til in Freeport. F H Schmaling to Foreston after Freeport business. Grace Howe to Darlington Wis for stenography job. Mrs M E Gilman of Eleroy visits Freeport. Mrs M P Thurber of Savanna returns home after guest stay with Pratt. John Ellsworth returns to Chicago after visit with Saxby. Charles Brock travels to Bloomington for nephew’s funeral. B M Brubaker and daughter return from sister-in-law Brubaker. Gladys Bramley returns to Springfield Mo. Rev W H Beynon at Winslow with W C U. Mrs Burt Davis returns home to Polo. Rev George T McCullum of Chicago visits East Freeport for Congregational work. Esther Sheetz arrives from De Kalb normal for spring vacation. P O Fenna of Argyle visits Freeport and goes to Chicago. Mrs George Oblander and children travel to Bushnell for illness of Mrs Oblander’s mother Mrs M V B Brigham. Morrison McCann, Kansas City Vet College student, expected Saturday for spring vacation.

H.B. Erb Lena J. H. Bast Winslow Freeport Mies Flossie Fritz I. A. Penticoff C. C. Hanson Argyle Eunice Smith Warren, Til F. H. Schmaling Forreston Grace Howe Darlington Wis M. E. Gilman Eleroy Vivian Gilman M. P. Thurber Savanna Robert Pratt Gladys Bramley Johnson Springfield W.H. Beynon Burt Davis Joseph ‘Kolling Polo George T. McCullum Chicago East Freeport Esther Sheetz de Kalb Normal School P. O. Fenna George Oblander Bushnell Ill Morrison McCann Kansas City Veterinary College Kansas City W. J. McCann

Medicines From Roots and Herbs Then and Now

In old days grandmothers relied on cures from field roots and herbs. Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound, a standard remedy for women's ills, originated this way. For thirty years it has fulfilled its promises by helping thousands of women.

Lydia E. Pinkham

Guild Re elects Officers At Grace Parish

The Agnes guild of Grace parish church re elected officers. President Mrs H S Bowler Vice president Mrs George Doll secretary Mrs N T Cobb treasurer BR K Farwell.

Agnes Guild Grace Pai Church H. 8. Bowler George Doll N. 'T’, Cobb Ftc BR. K. Farwell

Sick and Afflicted, Madison Journal Item

Edward Dugan a brakeman on the Lilinoig central passenger train between dison and Freeport is confined to a home at 349 West Main Street with a sprained ankle. Med Gee is ill.

Madison Journal Edward Dugan Lilinoig

Refit Row Notes At Galena Street Yard

A fragment mentions a refit at 190 Galena Street Yard with scant readable details. The text is garbled and offers no clear names or dates beyond the location. Additional context is unavailable.

Money lures man to crime in Dubuque theft case

Joe Sullivan of Dubuque is jailed after allegedly stealing 150 dollars from a camping party while acting as cook. He was found intoxicated in Freeport with only 2.05 left of the sum. Sheriff Dunn transported him toward Dubuque for further proceedings.

Joe Sullivan Dubuque van Buren Street Geithman Sullivan Dunn Freeport St. Paul Savanna Rockford

Company L Inspection At Armory By Col Channon

Col Channon of the Sixth regiment inspected Company L at the Armory last night. He praised the unit as well drilled and in good condition. Company L has 35 men and seeks full strength. Capt Elliott of the US regulars will inspect in Freeport on April 6.

Armory Hall Col. Channon Sixth Regiment Rock Island Channon Elliott United States Regulars Freeport

Leland Snyder Improves After Planing Mill Accident

Leland Snyder son of William Snyder of Orangeville was injured at the Samuel Heise planing mill Thursday afternoon. His left arm was broken below the shoulder but no internal injuries were found. A nearby person grabbed him as he was whirled over a shaft, likely saving his life. Grandparents Mr and Mrs J H Snyder of Freeport were visiting Orangeville at the time.

Leland Snyder William Snyder Orangeville Samuel Heise J. H. Snyder Freeport

Boarding House Closes as Mrs Lawver Leaves Town

Mrs Louise Lawver at 181 Walnut Street will close her boarding house April 1 and move to Chicago. She has run a strictly first class establishment and patrons regret her departure from town.

Louise Lawver Walnut Street Chicago

Electric Bitters cures boy with eczema in Henrietta

The mother of H. M. Adams of Henrietta Pa reports her five year battle with eczema harmed the boy’s lungs. Seven bottles of Electric Bitters cured him completely. The ad claims relief for eruptions besema salt rheum sores and all blood disorders and rheumatism. Only 60c guaranteed by Joseph Ammer.

H. M. Adams Henrietta Joseph Ammert

Arrest Horse Thief After Elgin Capture

Sherif Milner and Rudolph Roth returned from Elgin with a suspect named Thomas Brown, born in Montreal, held for stealing a horse from Yellow Creek brewery. Brown refused to reveal details, was arrested by Elgin liveryman Dean Hunter, and later turned over to Freeport police after a reward dispute. A compass and wire cutters were found on Brown, who pledged to speak in court.

Sherif Milner Rudolph Roth Elgin Yellow Creek Thomas Brown Montreal Canada Brown Dean Hunter Hunter Milner United States Higin Janesville Freeport

How a Family of Eleven Lived on $10 per Week

Mrs I M Bailey opened the Mothers club session at the Settlement Home to discuss a St Louis item titled How a Family of Eleven Lived on 10 per Week. The talk highlighted close buying and bargain hunting for food and clothing with examples such as a ten cent soup bone, potatos and rice to feed eleven, followed by a short piano program by Miss M Hawke.

I. M. Bailey Mothers’ Club St. Louis M. Hawke Bailey

Burkhardt and Wohlford Reach Out of Court Settlement

The Burkhardt versus Wohlford case, slated for today’s trial, settled out of court. Wohlford will pay Burkhardt 450 for the care and keep of the child and allow visitation between families. Court costs taxed to the defendant. Petit jury dismissed. only two trials held this term, Courtney and Miller and Hettinger versus Brokhausen.

Burkhardt Courtney Miller Hettinger Brokhausen

Special U C T Meeting Initiates Two Candidates

A special meeting of the I. C. is set for Saturday at 2 PM to initiate two candidates, Joseph Redlinger who travels for Pope Manufacturing Co and Wim Cantrell of International Harvester Co. The event highlights the union's advancement efforts and member involvement.

Joseph Redlinger Pope Manufacturing Co Wim. C. Cantrell International Harvester Co

Harry Stahl Buys Auto In Freeport Scout Wagon Prospect

Harry Stahl joins the ranks of scout wagon proprietors after purchasing a forty horsepower four cylinder Oakland car. This marks the first Oakland in Freeport, showcasing his entry into local motor trade.

Harry Stahl Freeport

It Saved His Leg Says Swenson of Wisconsin

A Wisconsin man credits Bucklen's Arnica Salve with curing ten years of eczema after 15 doctors failed. The announcer claims the salve is infallible for skin eruptions, eczema, salt rheum, boils, fever sores, burns, scalds, cuts and piles. Available for 25 cents at Joseph Emmert.

J. A. Swenson Watertown Wis Bucklen Joseph Emmert

Parisian Sage Hair Grower Promises Wide Cure

A prominent American druggist predicts Parisian Sage will be used nationwide in eight years if its sales grow as in the past year. He claims it cures dandruff and baldness by killing scalp germs, with a two week guarantee or money back. Available for 50 cents at Wm. F. Jungkunz or by mail from Giroux Mfg. Co., Buffalo, N. Y.

America Wm. F. Jungkunz Express Giroux Mfg. Co Buffalo N. Y

Spring Millinery Opening Promises Stylish City Hats

Freeport milliners prepare for a big spring opening with extensive stocks and varied styles. The article highlights new colors, straw brads, directoire pokes, and the aeroplane novelty hat with its turbans, beak and marabout nubia, plus evolving veil arrangements as shops ready for the season.

Freeport Directoire The Daily Tribune

Presbyterian Church Trustees Elect Two Trustees for Three Years

Large attendance at the annual congregational meeting of the First Presbyterian church Thursday night. Reports of societies and committees were read and approved. John Burrell and T. B. Gemmill elected trustees for three years.

Presbyterian Church First Presbyterian Church John Burrell Gemmill

Pays and Pleases To Look Over Your Wearing Apparel

Request to inspect all clothing and accessories and forward items for reuse to B B Dye Works dated 3 23 dwit, urging owners to send wearables for processing.

B. B. Dye Works

Bick and Affacted Condition of Mrs Shaul

Mrs Shaul remains in a very weak condition ten days after a fall. Doctors report no dramatic change in her health and describe her as catalyzed by her injuries, with prognosis still guarded and care continuing at the hospital.

Shaul

Nearly Centenarian Mrs Joan Kepp Passes in Freeport

Mrs. Joan Kepp aged nearly 100 died at 6 30 this morning at her daughter’s home 96 Arcade avenue Freeport after a long illness from pneumonia and age related complications She was born in Pommeren Germany March 6 1813 and came to America with her daughter The funeral will be at her granddaughter’s home Sunday afternoon then at the German Lutheran church Rev Lanck will officiate and interment will be in city cemetery.

Joan Kepp August Katz Arcade Avenue Freeport Kepp Veceased Pommeren Germany America Charles Bessert Frank Charles Fred Beassert August Kutz August Bodenstein August Kuts German Lutheran Church Mr. Landeck

Spanish War Veterans Tonight Meeting

A regular meeting of the United Spanish War Veterans will be held at the G. A. R. hall tonight. Full attendance is desired.

United Spanish War Veterans G. A. R. Hall

Debate at Rockford Heats Up For High School Contest

Judge O. KE. Heard traveled to Rockford this afternoon to preside as judge in the Auror and Rockford High School debate on immigration. Both schools had been Beloit college debating league members and were defeated in preliminaries. The evening event is strictly a school contest.

O. KE. Heard Rockford

Moves to Morrison for new home

Mrs. H. L. Hall went to Morrison this morning where she will establish her future home. Mr. Hall has resided in Morrison for some time.

H. L. Hall Morrison Mr. Hall

Time Past and Clanaxed in Plumbing Business

Time Past in the plumbing trade notes Hall being accompanied by Maud Koehter during a visit to the Hall home for a few days. The fragment mentions Mr Hall and Mrs Koehter in a domestic context within the business setting.

Hall Mias Maud Koehter

Senate Hotel Annex Nears Occupancy

The annex to the Senate hotel is nearly ready for occupancy and promises to be a handsome addition to the popular hostelry based on the ongoing work.

Senate

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FHE Daily Journal Aavarce Pee BK Ibe Freeno International Pangraphical Union J. F. Hill John Ellsworth C. M. Saxby Charles Brock Bloomington Guild Per U. C. T. Meeting Bick and Affacted Jean Kepp Dr. Tar Ranety Co E. L. Burchard Lincoln Avenue Senate Hotel Annex M. Summers New York City Helen Baker Galena GEO Ennenga Pror
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