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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1906
Page
7
In a Rochalle Register report, figures praise the President for defending citizens' rights and acknowledge Shelby M Cull, Senatorial stance against railroads as a source of strength. Mrs Gullom is highlighted as a continued valuable supporter amid ongoing political discourse.
The governor outlines his critique of Culom while praising Senator Cullom’s record. He highlights the Illinois Railroad and Warehouse Commission creation, notes Culom’s stance on railroad power, and cites Cullom’s unimpeachable legislative history and reform efforts.
Washington correspondent in the Springfield Republican reports leaked speculation that Speaker Joseph G. Cannon is Roosevelt’s preferred successor for the 1908 presidency. The article notes Cannon’s strong credentials and the friendly ties with Roosevelt over key bills.
The scene presents quips about politeness across cultures and generations. A Chicago woman and a Boston man discuss manners while jokes touch on transmigration, suffrage, and family discipline.
A sermon urging boys to value study over easy pleasures. It warns that skipping school leads to misery in later years and dependence on others, while diligent effort and self reliance build a lasting, self made future. The piece stresses hard work, perseverance, and academic struggle as the route to success.
Col Frank Q Lowden conducts a relaxed campaign swing in the district north of the region. He speaks to local voters about his platform and pauses at several small gatherings.
The Moline Dispatch recalls the district’s political lineage from D. Baker to Horatio Burchard and Hiihu B Washburne, noting their terms and influence. It highlights Major Hawk Hitt and Col. Lowden as successors and their potential to uphold a strong congressional legacy.
A string of visitors and travelers pass through Freeport with stops in Rockford Dixon Chicago and Winnipeg. Names include Joe Beuston R Stodderman Miss Eells Mrs Davis and Mr and Mrs Tesche among others. Journeys span Seward Batavia Lena Dodgeville Red Oak Sioux Falls and Harrisburg with plans for houseboat cruise and duck hunt.
Sam Kendall of Phillipsburg Kansas touts Buck Jen's Arnica Salve as the quick cure for burns boils sores wounds and more. The ad claims salve will “fly the rest” and offers a 25 cent bottle at Joseph Hmmert's drug store with a guarantee.
The city’s up to date stock of sheet music offered at 15c per copy. We publish music and sell to other dealers at headquarters. Call at the side entrance to purchase. Address 146 Stephenson St and 6N Galena Ave.
Bodwith reports a clearance sale at Staver and Co offering boys athletic shoes priced at 1.48 dollars after discounts from 2.00 dollars, featuring wide savings on children’s footwear in a store-wide clearance event.
Four dollar and five dollar Fosters' ladies' shoes reduced to two seventy five at Wright & Co. Cleanout sale includes shoe styles in assorted sizes with emphasis on mid price lines and value.
The article notes uniform day to day temperatures in March 1906 with the month overall cooler and with more wind and rain than March 1905. It cites specific daily readings and a table comparing thermometer highs and lows to show 1905 was warmer. It discusses effects on farmers preparing for spring plowing.
Four cash prizes were awarded in a day long canary contest at the E. and W. clothing and shoe store on Galena Street. Thirty one warblers entered, singing together as judges selected winners: First Mrs J C Bricker Liberty Street $5 Second Mrs Mary Coltman West Street $3 Third Mrs Fred Lieber 148 Illinois Street $2 Fourth Mrs Edward Richards Chestnut Street $1. The event accompanied the spring opening of the Canary Oxford line of shoes and was celebrated with store decorations of smilax and apple blossoms.
Chief of Police Sweeney issues license and speed rules for Freeport automotives. The ordinance sets a $2 annual fee and requires numbered plates issued by the city clerk. Eight miles per hour is the limit and all violations will be prosecuted.
When you are wearied from over work 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 Emmert.
Footwear discount announced by Schmidt Wachlin and Pfeiffer with prices cut from $3.50 to $2.98 at the opening sale.
The host announces sickness prevents personal attendance for a short time but confirms Friday night socials will continue under supervision of F B Har es i Freend R Dawson and others.
The article lists Sunday programs across multiple churches including Union services at Embury Methodist Trinity Trinity United Brethren and First Presbyterian with preaching at 10:45 and 10:30 and union Young People meetings. It notes no preaching at some churches due to union services and invites all to participate in morning and evening services.
A full rehearsal is planned Monday night at Gibler's with all participants in the Signa of the Bow and Arrow. The event will rehearse every act and tune for the upcoming show.
Judge Bethea ordered a drawing of thirty five jurors from the Freeport district to form a fatth jury for the district court. The grand jury will convene April 16 as the district attorney represents the government. Judge Gandis will visit Freeport later to review the resulting cases.
The Faturiay Night club meets Miss Emily Strythe this evening. The Huterpésn society gathers with Mrs Baumgartner at 14 Harlem Avenue Monday. Remember the Guild Rummage sale at Bengséton’s old stand next Wednesday to Friday. Globe Home garrison card party Monday at K G hall, cards at 8 30. Winslow Register notes Mrs Chea teaches at Crandall School in Christian Hollow taking vacation in Freeport. Lena Star DCO Dawes resigns as janitor in public schools to move to Freeport. The Ministering Ten circle meets at Mrs Joseph Emmert’s Monday at 2 30 to sew. Riley and Wheat store adds new fixtures and shelving. For Guild Rummage donations call a member. articles called for Tuesday. Card party at K G hall in Fry building this evening with prizes. First M E Epworth League serves supper Wednesday April 4 at 6 30 in church parlors. Leaguers promise a good supper. Admission 10 cents.
Union organizers announce tomorrow night a union evangelistic meeting at First Baptist, First Presbyterian, Embury Methodist, and Oak Street Evangelical churches. members of those congregations are urged to attend any one church. other churches keep regular services.
Stock in the Freeport Building and Loan Association’s Fifties series may now be payable monthly with cents per share. Secretary F. Hildreth notes the company’s procedures and clarifies the payment terms for members.
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