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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1900
Page
5
The March fashion note surveys the rise of empire gowns with tight waistlines and long tunics, and the influx of lace, linen, and foulards. It highlights new sleeve shapes, boleros, and contrasting undersleeves, with fabrics like canvas veiling, guipure and satin in pale greens, beiges, and blacks.
Closing Board of Trade quotations show July wheat at 6 82 4, July corn 3 93, July oats 2 42, and July pork at 12.25 with a July Jard of 6.52 and ribs 6 524.55. Union stock yard cattle at 4.50 to 5.85, hogs down 5c, sheep steady, and Chicago hogs 5.10 to 5.37. C. W. Killen reports mixed grain and hog prices with May, July figures and lard and rib values, while New York and Freeport stock data are noted. Chicago receipts listed for wheat, corn, oats, hogs, cattle, and sheep.
Renick Hamilton of West Jefferson Ohio endured 18 months with a rectal fistula. Doctors warned he would die without a costly operation. He treated himself with Bucklen’s Arnica Salve, hailed as the surest pile cure and the best salve in the world, 25 cents a box. Sold by Joseph Emmert, successor to Emmert and Burrell.
In Transvaal open air cultivation yields rapid growth of tuberose stems with sweet flowers. Pretoria streets boast pink monthly roses much of the year. Swaziland wild orchids number at least twenty varieties. The Burghers' park displays abundant roses lilies carnations and tuberoses. The soil is virgin and rich requiring little care.
Delica and Sons present their Italian orchestra at Henry Melghoir’s Saturday night engagement. The event promises lively music and dancing.
A full line of children’s shoes in tan and black is offered at Staver’s. The store stocks durable styles suitable for everyday wear and school activities, with sizes available for toddlers through older children.
Rev. G. C. Cromer was duly installed as pastor before a large congregation. The charge was delivered by Rev. A. J. Cromer of Lena and Rev. W. S. Himman of Chicago offered remarks on church foundations, faithfulness, and supporting the pastor, ending with a hymn. Cromer, a recent theological graduate, is expected to be a capable leader.
A New York Sun anecdote recalls a church member who sold a scroll ST plant stand to a preacher during a donation season. The stand was valued at 10 dollars, offered for five, and the preacher reluctantly accepted, with six dollars of his own added to complete the donation.
A newspaper quote notes a showman’s failed attempt at a trick act, where a cab and a person are described in misheard fashion. The manager renews him for a second trial, with another comically altered description and a harsher reception. It reflects managers’ wary view of training in entertainment.
An advertisement style claim urges the average man to take Rocky Mountain Tea, presenting it as a priceless boon. The message attributes the endorsement to Joseph Emmert and uses bold assertive language typical of period tonic pitches.
A humorous tale from the Des Moines Air Blast recounts reporter Jack Rogers hitching a ride on a conductor’s pass to reach Des Moines for a scoop. He meets an editor who graciously explains the setup while the conductor covers his travel. A neat twist shows reporters and editors mingling beyond the page. The piece pivots to a light note on newspaper life and an unrelated note about egg product methods and uses.
A 2000 year old coin from Philadelphia mint in Lydia features the goddess Diana on one side and the inscription Diana, Friend of the Philadelphians, with Demos beneath the Liberty-like face on the other. Joseph Mickley, a renowned Philadelphia numismatist, acquired it in Europe and presented it to the mint.
A piece from Kansas City discusses selling eggs by pint, quart, and gallon rather than by the dozen. Confectioneries and big shops already buy by the gallon, with housewives likely to follow. The idea aims to save by separating yolks and whites, turning eggs into mixed, white, or yolk-focused purchases.
Robert Hilliard the actor hosted a visit by a young English woman to see Pl Capitan. She praised De Wolff Slopper and asked if Mr Hopper was married. He replied three times married, all three divorced. She quipped, That is a Grass Hopper.
Ancient and modern practice described as bark packed in a pit with wood, covered, and tar drawn out by a controlled fire into barrels. The process mirrors 400 B.C. methods with gradual tar drip and collection.
In a playful exchange, Abrulam questions if a cigar is a birthday gift as He defends saving the treats for friends. She teases him as selfless and caring, reflecting a light tone from the Ohio State Journal.
A light hearted item from the Chicago Record notes a domestic tiff over a belt buckle gift. The man says he gave a belt buckle bearing his photograph, which his fiancée uses to fasten her dog's collar, ending their engagement.
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