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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1908
Page
8
In Danville. a man arguing insanity faced a court after an attempt to transfer to a state institution. The city jail release followed questions about his mental state and prior arrests linked to saloon crackdowns and tension over public order and elections.
Report from Rockford May 2 outlines doubt about finishing the city inquiry this week. Attorney North questions evidence handling while officials push forward on taxes and building projects. News notes ties to brewing interests and a May 22 assembly in Atlantic City with civic leaders and legal inquiries ongoing.
An unclear report describes months after a head or eye injury the right eye and arm weakening. The text mentions convulsions and a distended vein with slow deterioration over time, but lacks coherent sequence or clear conclusions.
Report of a large cargo stolen from a Mexican company’s express train between Torreon and Mexico City. Authorities probe an agent of Wells Bean in the heist amid claims the loot included significant cash and valuables. Local details are unclear and names are uncertain.
A cryptic New York report claims ex President Cleveland shows satisfactory progress at Tetkewoon Motel with uncertain details about his condition and later notes none of the statements clarify his health.
A chaotic dispatch from New York reports a ban on merry widow hats during a major Catholic procession. Officials led by Archbishop Parley and other church leaders enforce the prohibition as the event proceeds.
May 4 married people announce dinner and party at St Minty wun. May 6 Annunball event and Eagle s at Masoute temple. May 8 old-time party by ladies of RO. May 11 recital at Grand Opera House. May 24 Germania date at Grand Opera House. May 5 Ralph Shewart in Strome Teart. Kidney disease warning notes Foley Kidney Care by J Moogk and Wm P Jungkany.
Freeport Mayor J Dittmar urges a half holiday on May 7 to celebrate the Freeport nine winning the league championship. The open season will feature the pennant unfurling as the team earns national recognition. Citizens are asked to attend the home game and support players and management.
Reports from the south coast of Trott Estat and U S cities describe labor unrest, political upheaval, and scattered deaths. Notable figures like Taesexedh and W. Stedseucor Poston feature in uncertain events as labor and crime concerns ripple through society.
Instructions on reducing cooking odors in gas kitchens, lighting burners correctly, ensuring adequate supply pipes, oven size for efficiency, and checking for gas leaks. Includes tips on testing perspiration, handling bottles, and opening techniques, framed as practical home guidance with emphasis on safety and efficiency.
Banks in Freeport debate adopting a half holiday on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons during summer. While a majority favored it, directors of one bank signaled opposition and urged clerks unions to push the plan. Officials note long hours strain workers and support relief, preferring a coordinated bank holiday across towns when merchants agree.
A Connecticut man Alvin EH Stimgsen of Witlinville credits Ka les's Kidney Cure with his recovery from kidney trouble after nearly losing hope. He reports using four bottles and regaining full health, urging others with kidney issues to consider the remedy.
The article notes Ralph Stuart in Strongheart with Indian makeup challenges and grease paint. It announces the show at Grand Opera House on Friday May 38 and lists Majestic screenings and a regular triple bill including Sleeping Beauty and several short features.
A notice to customers proclaims Foles's Elmoney and Tur cough remedy safe for children and adults. It asserts the product is the National Pure Standard with no opiates or harmful drugs and recommends it as a nonaddictive, safe option for coughs.
Savanna resident William Millen a longtime Milwaukee Road war repairer died suddenly Thursday evening while returning home from his shift. Millen had served with the Milwaukee road for over thirty years.
Mr and Mrs Walter Wherland welcome a baby boy and Mr and Mrs Frank Prior of Kickapoo Street welcome a baby girl in local population notices.
Town board schedules a regular meeting on Monday in May at 7:30 p.m. to audit town bills. Citizens with claims should present them at the town clerk’s office at City Drug Store corner Galea and Van Biren streets. Michael Stephen, Town Clerk.
Pastor Rev. Ray Harker announces a series of special sermons. He will speak on What its saw and beard in European woe with messages scheduled for May 3 Paris May 7 Rome May 24 London May 30 Freeport and more. Reminding the congregation to refrain from coughing during services and noting a prior disturbance by a member.
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