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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1905
Page
5
Ceremonies ending today honored 30,866 Japanese soldiers and sailors killed before the Mukden battle. Crown Prince and Princess attended as representatives of the Mikado and Empress. Guests included many bereaved kin and government officials. Flags from the Variag and a Mukden-capture standard were shown.
Judge Foster today quashed indictments charging conspiracy against J Morgan Smith and his wife. The district attorney is allowed to re submit the case to the grand jury.
Su Paun Minn May 5 Special Wet snow from six inches to a foot deep fell in the past twenty four hours across North Dakota and Montana affecting roads fields and travel conditions with lingering cold weather.
Nan Patterson's condition is much better today. The report from New York on May 6 notes her health has improved, with doctors optimistic about her recovery.
Forecast from Cutcado on May 5 says fair conditions tonight and Saturday with cooler southeast winds.
Closing quotations for wheat corn oats pork ribs lard and cattle hogs sheep in Crreano and at Union stock yards show mixed prices with increases for select cattle and hogs. Wheat and corn futures reflect slight shifts while price ranges for live cattle and hogs span multiple grades amid active trade volume.
Deputy sheriffs and police struggle to quell violence in Chicago strike riots. Chief O Neil orders arrests of rioters near guarded wagons. Bricks and bats injure several, including Harry Jameson who may die. Strikers gain new members as firms refuse deliveries, while butter and eggs shipments face disruption. Produce dealers consider closing stores as unrest eases slightly.
Washington reports that Secretary Part cabled Governor Davis of Panama to return at once to the United States as Davis is suffering from malaria.
The senate today killed the bill giving municipalities the right to fix gas and electricity prices. The measure will be reconsidered.
In St Johns Newfoundland on May 6 the turbine steamer Victoria carrying 1,600 passengers became stuck in an ice floe at the entrance to the Gulf of St Lawrence, delaying voyage plans and prompting aid measures.
Chief Sweeney called to Chicago after a prison record crook is matched to a man in custody. A letter and photo from Chief Francis O Niel link the suspect, known as George Bradley Howard or Breasley, to the silk thefts at E A Blust's store and a syrup heist near Guyver and Calkins. Local identifications place the man aboard a Freeport boarder, with a $240 reward offered for the Wisconsin silk thief W Williams. George Richards, amputated leg from a gunshot wound, lies in critical condition with possible blood poisoning.
The C M and St P railroad may not build a $5000 East Freeport depot this year as a state rate-cutting war pits railroad revenue against new construction. Agent J B Sweat says plans will likely form slowly, noting long experience and recent freight cuts since Chicago rates fell about 60 percent since the late 19th century, with grain rates halved and further reductions feared. The public-spirited project hinges on legislative action, but officials fear annual rate actions threaten depot funding in Freeport.
The Order of Railway Trainmen the Order of Railway Conductors and the Knights of Columbus thank Johns Bauscher Jr for accompanying them to Mendota to attend the funeral of William Powers. They note floral designs shipped to Mendota and his voluntary service at the service.
Dave Moore and C. E. Hill of this city endured a perilous runaway while traveling through Daviess county on Thursday afternoon. One horse broke loose, the team dashed along country roads at high speed, and a barnstorming chase ended when one horse collapsed in a farmer's field and the other lay stunned, as the occupants narrowly avoided being thrown from the buggy.
Interest grows as the Meads brothers lead evangelistic services at Embury Methodist Church. A children's meeting featured a lesson on world deceptions via magic tricks. Rev Joe Meads preached a powerful sermon from Prov 8:7 198. An altar call followed with several seeking pardon and a new heart. Services tonight at 7 30 prayer meeting at 6 30 in the lecture room.
Mothers praise Hollister Rocky Mountain Yeast as the best infant remedy, claiming it makes babies strong and active. An ad notes 41 theatre seats left for Theams Orchestra parquette, ticket sales urged. Also mentions steam baths, manicure, instrument delivery, and various local services in Philadelphia.
Traveling salesmen in Freeport face shipment delays as a Chicago strike disrupts orders. Several wholesale houses reroute goods through Decatur to Freeport, with A C Kennedy of a Chicago drug firm among those affected. The dispute shows little sign of easing and may widen its impact.
At a West Freeport village board meeting trustees voted to aid in keeping the organ factory from moving away. They will fund part of road work sidewalks and hydrant installation if the factory’s $20 000 stock is sold. President Jencks announced standing committees.
The Freeport Typographical Union schedules a regular session Monday evening. The annual election of officers will be held and other business of importance will be transacted. Michael Colbert of Chicago, state organizer and Cummins memorial committee chair, will address the members.
A Globe hall board party and dance are planned for tomorrow night. The First M. E. church women north of Stephen son street will run a home baking stop at Geo. TL. Parks' store tomorrow. The Sec ond Presbyterian Young Men’s club meets tonight at Rev. Hosmer’s home at 91 Williams street where he will discuss Practical Socialism. Licenses to wed list Mell Oswald and Mabel S Brink from Monroe and St Louis respectively, with Delia Fury of Sullivan, Ind. as another couple. consent of the mother noted for the last license.
Press representative Frank J. O'Donnell of the Adam Forepaugh and Sells Brothers combined shows was here today arranging for the exhibition on Saturday May 27.
The Woman's club will meet tomorrow afternoon to elect officers for the ensuing year.
On May 1 the Valhnadge agency will run The Banner excursion to Pecos Valley New Mexico Texas and Oklahoma. Round trip from Chicago costs 15 dollars. Send for an illustrated prospectus from the Immigration agent Forreston TL.
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