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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1900
Page
4
Freeport and Milwaukee women join to host the Biennial convention of the General Federation of Women’s clubs in Milwaukee in June. Over 5,000 delegates are expected with rail fare deals from multiple associations and a rich program featuring art civics education and literature with numerous notable participants and social events across Wisconsin.
H W Bolander announces for renomination for Circuit Clerk of Stephenson County subject to the Republican County Convention. He notes four years ago Republicans nominated him and he served faithfully and asks for continued support. W HCrotz er also announces for the same office from Lena Illinois, dated April 5.
Chas McCarthy went to Eleroy this morning. R P Eckert was at Davis today on business. John Botdorf was at Beloit yesterday on business. Robt Hudson returned from Chicago last evening. Dr Kleckner was at Lanark this morning on business. Judge J H Stearns was a morning passenger to Chicago. FR Rice and L A Munn with son Roy are home from Chicago. A C Hershey has gone to Waterloo Iowa possibly to locate. Mae Anslinger returned from Chicago after a visit. Lu Madkins of Washington DC is guest of Mrs Richard Dirksen. James Alden editor of the Byron Record was in the city yesterday. Douglas Pattison and bride home from southern trip. Harry Isaac to Chicago to make future home. Wm Issenhuth left for South Dakota on ten day business. Carrie Weeks returned from Lena. Mrs Staar and Miss Townsend of Rockford are guests of Mrs O B Bidwell. C L Snyder returned from presumed PA ae where he attended Iowa State Dental convention. John Schwartz and wife went to Chicago to see sister-in- law who is critically ill. Sen H S Aspinwall went to Elgin for Kane county Republican convention. Sam Beringer of Chicago was in town yesterday. James Sweeney and wife returned to Burlington after funeral of Peter Sweeney.
Winnebago county clerk issues a marriage license to Charles G Mayer 25 of Ridott and Winnie Laabs 26 of Seward. The couple plans to wed in the near future.
The Dupont gun club will host its badge shoot this afternoon at the club grounds in East Freeport. Local shooters are invited to compete as club members demonstrate marksmanship on site.
The Palm cafe in the Fry block opened to the public today. It is described as a neat new restaurant with a welcoming atmosphere.
The W C T U will meet Friday at the Y M C A parlors and a good attendance is desired.
Adjusters work to assess H. E. Bogar’s property loss following a recent fire, inspecting damage and estimating coverage. Local officials note investigation continues as claims process moves forward.
The Dea sonsee Aid Society holds its monthly meeting at the M E church Friday evening. All studies are welcome. May date appears unclear but event focuses on regular society gathering with open attendance.
Mrs Bessert’s three year old daughter Helen was struck above the left eye when a revolver loaded with 22 short cartridges discharged while the mother held it after taking it from playing children. The ball did not enter the brain and doctors fear possible extraction risks. prospects for recovery are cautiously hopeful.
The last will of Henry S Barber of Harlem township provides one third to his daughter Elizabeth Carnifix one third to his granddaughter daughter of Chas Barber and one third divided between grandchildren Harry and Ruth Barber and their mother Mary J Barber with Addison Bidwell as executor dated April 4 1898. The will of W D Meads of Lancaster township is filed for probate leaving property to five children with Ben Meads named executor dated July 5 1898 and witnessed by John S Law and Henry Richart.
A Modern Woodmen committee meeting at Cherry Camp hall decided Freeport will host the 1901 picnic. Rockford Beloit and Belvidere delegates backed Freeport citing rail and hotel facilities at Taylor’s Park for about 10 000 attendees. costs estimated around 1400 dollars to be raised by local camps with merchant aid. After business, the group was entertained by local Woodmen members.
The report covers April and May weather data from the Davenport Weather Office observer Shelter. It notes April mean 50.4 with 85 high on the 29th and 27 low on the 12th, plus 1.32 inches of precipitation. May data show a normal 61 degrees, May highs to 90 on the 9th and frost to 29 on the 7th, with 4.32 inches of rain and a mix of clear, partly cloudy, and cloudy days.
David W. Gishwiller and Miss Ida Daws married last evening at the bride’s parents home. Rev. F. R. McNamer officiated. A large group of friends attended and serenaders contributed a celebratory treat from the groom. Mrs. I. R. McNamer returned from Kansas. Benj Sheckler plans a new house after selling his former home to Mr. Beck of Winslow.
Terrible itching skin diseases are described and promoted as relieved by Dean's Ointment sold at drug stores, attributed to Joseph Emmert.
A list of men drawn to serve on the petit jury for the June term of Stephen son county circuit court includes Freeport Herman Cotta William Bilker I N Roland Matthew Cowley A G Frick Edward Winslow Chas Siegmeier John Van Dyke Fred Winning Chas Kline S W Chapman Ridett Wilson Geiger Buckeye Emanuel Frank Matthew Meyers and others from Kent Lancaster Rock Run Waddamsa Silver Creek Harlem Oneco West Point Loran Jefferson Winslow.
The sick list includes Henry Yeager’s daughter, George Brubaker, Fred Cremer, H Steward’s child, and others with Mrs. Kamerer and Mrs. T Meyer showing improvement. Nellie Phillips seeks a divorce from Joseph Phillips through her attorney Judge Cronkrite, alleging desertion since March 23 1804 after marriage in Omaha on December 22 1802. Chancery action by Joseph Kr Merdoug against Harry Brink and others proceeds in circuit court, while John Merriele sues K B Busher for damages.
Nieman Bros build a fine new office in their clothing house. John Secker leaves C F Wright's barber shop. Charley seeks a new assistant. Wells Parvo Express ships largest delivery wagon to Chicago for painting. Fourth silver medal contest set at First Methodist church Friday evening May 7. Ladies Aid Society of Second Presbyterian plans 3 pm meeting in church parlors. A wringer and other items missing from August Hoefer's. Hoefer buys a 32 caliber revolver and warns that anyone near his place who cannot justify presence will face consequences.
A period ad notes improved stomach and liver function with Dr King’s New Life Pills. A 25 cent box is claimed to refresh the user and sharpen the mind. Sold by Jos Emmert. Also advertised are Foster lace and button shoes discounted from 3.00–4.00 to 1.50–2.00 at Sraver’s.
It proclaims Bucklen's Amica Salve as a remedy for painful cuts sprains bruises and injuries. It claims the product relieves pain heals wounds and aids cyclists with chafing cracked hands sore lips burns ulcers and piles. Guaranty stated. price fifty cents. sold by Jos Emmert druggist.
A brief advertorial note warns that a small life could be lost to a sudden croup attack without Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil on hand. The line mentions a name Joseph Xim mert in a fragmented form. The item resembles a vintage medical advertisement urging preparedness.
A Morrison convened grand jury investigates gambling in Whiteside County. Jules Boner indicted for bicycle theft from J. S. Stoody in Sterling. Erie saloonkeeper Timmerman pleaded guilty to gambling and liquor sale to habitual drunkards, with fines totaling $413. Charles Case also pleaded guilty to liquor sales to habitual drunkards, fined $160 plus costs.
Witness T L Martin from Dixie Ky testifies he suffered nightly coughing until using Dr King’s New Discovery which he says instantly relieves throat and chest troubles and even cures consumption. Advertisements note prices 50c and 1.00, guarantees, free trial at Jos Emmert’s Drug Store, plus fabric and footwear bargains at Burrells Winslow Co. and Winslow & Co.
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