02 May 1899
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1899
Page
1
Sabin factory lumber is promoted as the best choice for town and country builders. It is described as good grade, thoroughly seasoned, and stored under cover to protect from rain and sun, preventing warping.
Bongye and Schwarz on 109 Galena St offer the largest wallpaper line and room mouldings with exclusive city control. They can order finer paper samples, hang wallpaper, do painting, interior decorating, and sign painting along with paints, oils, and glass.
The Manila cablegram reports Aguinaldo offering an armistice until Filipino congress decides surrender terms while Gen Otis rejects acceptance. Luna and Mabini back proposals. dissensions strain rebel forces as Lawton presses westward near San Rafael with casualties. Allied troops push toward Balinag as Iowa South Dakota regiments advance.
News from Guam dated March 20 says residents were content under the American flag. Admiral Dewey could not confirm details about Gilmore and party but promised telegrams when information arrives.
Cucaco May 2 Special. The senate ordered a commission headed by Senator Mason to investigate adulteration of food and drink. The group arrived to begin its inquiry into nationwide concerns about unsafe substances in consumer products.
Special edition reports Queen Victoria's return voyage as she departs for England. Hair work branches noted under Mrs A C Thomas at 255 Galena Street.
John W. Cook president of Illinois State Normal at Normal accepts the Northern Normal school in DeKalb offer. The position carries 5000 dollars salary plus 1000 dollars from Colonel Elwood of DeKalb. He will end his twenty years at Illinois Normal in June and move with his family to DeKalb in July.
Special dispatch from New York on May 2 reports Admiral Sampson's fleet returning from the West Indies. The squadron includes the New York Brooklyn Indiana Massachusetts and Texas and will stay in harbor until month’s end before sailing to Newport Rhode Island to begin the summer cruise.
May 2 reports from Wardner Idaho say rumors of a return of masked rioters terrorize the town. A company of colored regulars stationed in Spokane were ordered to Wardner, with Fort Walla Walla units receiving similar orders this morning.
The Good Citizenship League holds its annual convention in Cincinnati with preliminary conferences and committee meetings. The first regular session starts tonight and continues for the next two days.
Weather outlook warns of showers and possible thunderstorms across Illinois with cooler temperatures nearby and strong winds from the south. Upcoming weekend features Warrens of Chicago visiting for games with the local nine, plus travel plans of Dr W S Caldwell around the world. Fabiola staged at St Marys hall for children’s benefit, with improvements planned. Hi Henry’s fifty minstrel stars set to perform at Grand Opera house May 5 with a fresh program free of old shticks.
The show council opened inaugu rations in the circuit court room with the mayor reappointing key officials including August E. Bargren police chief Howard Heffran fire marshal Willis M Kimball water superintendent R G McEvoy G W Roh corporation counsel Dr Ty health commissioner Edwin Main city engineer and Fred E. Sterling board of local improvements secretary All old appointees except Officer B Tisdale were reappointed. Harry Kneeht bought a pony cart and harness at Pecatoni ca yesterday. The ad highlights T and T brand coffee sales to upscale buyers and promotes Foster shoes at 3 dollars.
Receiving congratulations, Dr E. E. Burwell, the newly appointed health officer, is kept busy. He filled a similar position in a western town and is familiar with the duties. He will make a good officer. Emmert & Burrell endorse Burdock Blood Bitters.
Freeport Commandery No 7 K T holds a meeting at 7 80 Tuesday evening May 2 at the asylum for drill and to arrange inspection May 3 by the grand inspecting officer. All members urged to attend by order of the entertainment committee.
A three day sale of trimmed hats offered by Mrs N E Kece DP O Block features about 100 hats at deep discounts. Hats range from$2.00 to$6.50 with straw shapes 25 cents and Leghorn hats 50 cents. Also trimmed children's hats discounted. Lawn mowers sharpened by H Granspen 216 N Galena Ave with satisfaction guaranteed.
T. H. Hollister takes over the jewelry and optical shop duties succeeding A. V. Harris in the longtime trade. The change reflects continuity in service and inventory with emphasis on eyewear and fine jewelry offerings.
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