Institute Programs and Lectures Highlight Reading
The county institute opened at 9 with 160 attendees and a program featuring Miss Davis on piano and Dr. Stetson on education topics. Dr. Search spoke on Growth of the Child and Reading an Unprinted Page, while Superintendent Edwards of Lee County and Professor Grove commented. The day emphasized heredity environment and varied pupil achievement, with a lecture on Music in the Fatherland to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tresddy
Erda
Jekeer
Miss Davis
Sir Isaac Newton
Gen. Grant
Iia
Dr. Stetson
Hesoke
Adies
W. Scott
Stetson
Traihiag
Grove
Lincoln
Webster
Pestalozzi
Search
Pestajozzi
Edwards
Lee County
Dr. Search
Personal Record Roundup of Movements Across Cities
Local society notes list residents and visitors in Freeport Lena Orangeville Winslow Buena Vista and surrounding towns. Names include Roy Grimm Forreston Leonard Krape Nora Miss Sherbonda Laura Thorpe Luella Bolender Sadie Curtis Theron Goddard Harry Kruse and many others visiting relatives, transacting business, or on trips to Chicago Rockford Madison Stockton Mendota Springfield Bloomington and New Orleans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dam
Krape
Lena
Pan Marks
Nora
Freeport
Brunemal
Genger
Forrestoni
Turneaure
Polo
J. H. .Wieman
Forreston
Miss Sherbonda
Orangeville
Alice Wasson
Freeport 1
Re “McNamara
Chicago
Charles Strobacker
Laura Thorpe
Winslow
Lela Schroeder
Clinton
J. W. Addams
Theron Goddard
Harry Kruse
Madison
Edward Moore
Florence
Land Junction
Col
G. D. Dorf
Alice
Millie
Grant Courtney
Corinne
Selah
Springfield
Bloomington
M. J. Smith
Esther
Miles
Mendota
G. E. Patterson
Marie
New Orleans
South
Florida
Louisiana
F. 8S. Stover
Dalton City
Webster City
Borgmeijer Endorses Hearty Whole Wheat Diet Plan
F W Borgmeijer grocer of 119 Chippewa Street declares customers avoid dieting and select rich indigestible foods they claim feel better and digest more easily. He promotes a whole wheat option called EGG-O-8EE as a preferable staple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. W. Borgmeijer
Chippwa
Journal
Funeral Rites Held for Local Notables in Freeport Area
Funeral services were held for several local figures in Freeport and nearby areas. Rev Webes presided at the Free Presbyterian church, with pallbearers named for the Wilsd burial and other ceremonies. Burial followed at local cemeteries as residents paid respects to Samuel F. Dinderman and F F Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Stepha
Freeport
Webes Paator
Free Presbyterian Church
Rangery
Ger H
Joones
Wilsd
Pejitiphvenia Railroad Company
Soha
Bewilson
Illinois Central
Ete
Ff. Smith
G. Aration Hirall
Residénee- In
Walnut
Stréete
Allbearers
Wisconsin six towns organized for association league
Dispatch from Fond du Lac Wisconsin reports six towns have formed the Wisconsin Association. The towns listed include Freeport La Crosse Eau Claire Wausau Green Bay and Oshkosh with two more needed to form an eight club league. Fond du Lac and Chippewa Falls vie for a franchise while Madison is favored for the remaining slot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal Today
Fond du Lac
Wis
Wisconsin Association
Freeport
Crosse
Eau, Claire
Wausau
Green Bay
Oshkosh
Fond du ‘Lac
Chippewa
Falls
Apicante
Madison
Buster Brown and Tige Bring New Year Show to Grand
A compact sketch notes Buster Brown and his dog Tige arriving with a fresh set of resolutions for a Grand Opera House appearance tonight. The tomfoolery and whimsy of America's Toy Comedian promise lighthearted entertainment as the youngster, though small in stature, acts with childlike mischief and clever timing in a curtain speech reminiscent of August Thomas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buster, Brown
Tige
Will -Be
America
cHe
August Thomas
Its Up to You John Henry at Grand Opera House
George W. Hobart's fun filled production Its Up to You John Henry with Charles E. Grapewin in the title role comes to the Grand Opera House tomorrow night. Manager Frank Howe Jr surrounds Grapewin with an able company including Miss Anna Chance and the St. Cecilia quartet. The play is a farce enhanced by witty lines stylish gowns dazzling scenery and song. Grapewin is praised as a premier comedian of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Henry
George W. Hobart
Charles E. Grapewin
Frank Howe, Jr
Anna’ Chance
St. Gecelia Quartet
Grapewin
Canary Bird Singing Contest Opens This Week
Canary birds will compete on Thursday Friday and Saturday with prizes of 6.00 for first 3.00 for second 2.00 for third and 1.00 for fourth. Entry details directed to the Canaries care of this paper.
Breath of Life and Strong Lungs in Animals
Mrs. Ora A. Stephens of Port Williams Ohio shares her experience with Dr King s New Discovery for chronic cough and suspected consumption. The advertisement claims three bottles stopped a two year cough and cured lung troubles with a guarantee from a local druggist at 50 cents or one dollar with a free trial bottle offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ora A. Stephens
Port Williams
Dr. King
Joseph Emmert
Lost pocketbook and money seeks return for reward
A pocketbook with money is lost. Return it to this office for a liberal reward. The notice is signed by George PreyDae.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George PreyDae
Special Tax Collector Calls For Delinquent Property
The books of the special tax collector will close March 81 and be turned over to the county treasurer. All parties owing special tax must call at the office before that date to avoid having property returned delinquent. FB Drrrwak Griffin, Special Tax Collector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FB. E. Drrrwak Griffin
Proposals for Poor Farm asylum addition due April 3 2006
Sealed proposals are invited by the Committee on Poor Farm for the construction of an addition to the asylum at the poor farm. Proposals must be received by 1 P M on Monday April 3 2006 at the county clerk office. Plans and specifications available there. The committee may reject any or all bids. HH OD PRicE chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Committee On Poor Farm
HH. OD. Price
Taxpayers warned on delinquent special taxes due March 30 1908
Property owners who owe special taxes must pay by March 30 1908 to avoid delinquency as the books will be turned over to the collector. Griffes 54 Special tax collector BE Digryss signs notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BE. E. Digryss Griffes
Community Narcotics Talk Evening Invitation
A notice invites all interested persons over years of age to a Monday evening program featuring Dr Batis Cartier. The talk aims to discuss narcotics and welcomes questions from attendees regardless of association membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ae ’ Garnet
Father John’s Medicine Promoted by Eminent Authority
An old family remedy promoted as a cure for colds throat and lung troubles. It claims to prevent pneumonia and consumption without nerve-deadening drugs or stimulants. Sold by Joseph Emmert 111 Stephenson street Freeport Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
John O'Brien
Lowell
Mass
Joseph Emmert
Stephenson Street
Freeport, Il
March and April Social Events Calendar
A condensed notices list with multiple events in Lexington and Freeport including Jod Fifer dancing school card party at Lexington hall on March 28, Prof Dawson social dance at Blust's hall March 30, Freeport club card party and dance, Capernaum Shrine dance and card party April 4 at Masonic temple, lectures on socialism and other gatherings in April, and the fourteen annual ball and card party of the B of L Frat Lexington hall plus Amity society and other dances through April 25.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jod Fifer
Sollal
Lexington Hall
Dawson
Blust’s
Pth
Freeport Club
Capernaum Shrine
Masonic Temple
Willett
First Presbyterian Churchiatch
Wood Simons
Socialist Club Room
Division 200
LBA
Boy Ae
Amity Society
Lexington
March Annual Business Men’s Forum Schedule
Readable items show a March schedule of practical talks and exhibitions. April events include health and business career talks by Dr. Tattiik and Baumgartner, a talk on the value of preparation, a price and goods issue, and an annual exhibition with demonstrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thattiik
Film and show dates announced for spring schedule
March 27 features Buster Brown. March 2 offers Odds BE with Grapewin. April 13 The Wayward Daughter. April 19 The Little Homestead. April 20 Lyman Howe moving pictures. April 27 John 1 Sullivan and company. April 28 His Father's Sin listed for upcoming screenings and attractions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buster Brown
Grapewin
Lyman Howe
Moving Pictures
John
Sullivan and Company
Hallister's Rocky Mountain Tea Advertises Health Tonic
When you are weary from overwork feel listless or languid or when you cannot sleep or eat take Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea One of the greatest tonics known 36 cents tea or tablets Jos Emmett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollister
Rocky ‘Mountain
Jos
Emmett
Chronology of notable deaths and historical events spanning centuries
A garbled list preserves deceased figures and dates from 1666 to 1905, noting deaths of Francis Bacon era leaders, Leonard Calvert governor of Maryland, Bishop Stillingfleet, Jacob Moreau, and Daniel Appleton, plus events like the Treaty of Amiens, Battle of New Orleans era mentions, and Milwaukee fire. Many entries appear fragmentary but anchor notable figures and milestones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Castile
Juatt HB
Leori
Fratiéis
Bacon
England
Jamés
Leonard Calvert
Maryland
Hewit Stillingfleet
Sachevérell
Lonon
Leopold
Duke of
Vera Cruz
Daniel Appleton
France
Russia
Duke of Parma
Spanish Fort
Alabama
James Harper
Trhe House
Harper Bros
Sumner
Santo Domingo
Oakland
Cal
John ‘Brown
Victoria
Jay Gould
Corent
Dauntless
John Bright
Milwaukee
Cassie Chadwick
Hyomei Cures Catarrh and Promises Relief
Hyomei claims to cure catarrh by inhalation with no stomach intake and promises complete permanent relief. Advertises complete outfit for 1.00 and extra bottle 50 cents. Also notes sheet music at 15 cents and various local store promotions and bargains in Galena area listings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wim, F. Jungkunz
Rockford Shoe Repairing Co Located at 89 Stephenson St
Shoe repair shop Rockford Shoe Repairing Co located at 89 Stephenson Street advertises affordable prices and invites customers to call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockford Shoe Repairing Co
Stephenson St
Popular sheet music at Allington's Music Store
The latest popular sheet music is available with 18 000 copies to choose from priced at 15 cents each. Displayed at Allington's Music Store located at 146 Blephebaen Street and 6 North Galena Ave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allington’s
Stephenson
Galena. Avenue
Allington’s Music Store
Blephebaen Street
North
Galena Ave
Why Does One Place In Town Attract Shoppers
A local retailer promotes spring clothing with affordable prices and a welcoming offers. Regular customers are invited to stay loyal while new patrons are urged to visit for a right fit in spring suits priced from ten to twenty dollars and swagger top coats for ten twelve and fifteen dollars.
Also Mentioned on This Page
County+Review of the
Roy Grimm
Dakota
Luella Bolender
Buena Vista
Freeport Friends
Sadie Curtis
South McAllister
William Hammond
Stockton
Wisconsin Baseball Association
Fond du’ Lac
GRAND
Opera House
Hyomei
Staver
Pat A. Fallon
Burrell E Cash
Prephenaon
Quan Para * Bow
Enicaco
John. C. Thompson
Oshkosh Baseball Club
W. J.o'rourke
O'Rourke
Oshkosh Club
Free
Phompees
Ahiiaee
Atfour
New York
Whitney
Kuehner
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!