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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1907
Page
2
The Freeport Journal receives a label from the International Typographical Union recognizing the paper employs union labor in its mechanical departments.
A stream of early morning and recent travelers visits Freeport and nearby towns. George Dehn and F R Rice headed to Chicago, while Knowlton and Griswold conducted business locally. Residents from Ottawa, Orangeville, Lena, Winslow, Dixon, and Bloomington visited or returned, with several guests staying with friends and relatives.
State's Attorney Burrell will deliver the Decoration Day address at Orangeville. Harris' orchestra plays tonight at Warren and tomorrow night at Savanna. Ascension day observed tomorrow at the German Reformed church with preaching at 10 o clock. Yard and sewing party Friday afternoon at St. Pinus hall for St. Vincent's orphanage. Young Women Workers of First Presbyterian meet Thursday at 2 30 with Mrs Hettinger. Grace church dramatic society meets Thursday evening at the rectory. Freeport Division G I A to B of J E meets this evening, members urged to attend. Mr and Mrs A Cilaw observed their 40th wedding anniversary yesterday. Several relatives and close friends attended. Also notes on plans, misprints, and local guild activities and a briefing on a meeting of the 6 W B OM auxiliary of the Clore cas.
Last evening a Teovecareut boy, son of Miro and Mrs Art Siniter, on Tutty street, jumped from a stead and fell in a way that broke his left arm while playing with friends.
A fragmented, noir tone fragment speaks of painful longing and unreciprocated love, mentioning Hollister and Rocky Mountain with unclear context. The lines convey emotional ache and a desire to avoid further hurt, framed as a personal unresolved sentiment.
W H Shons of this city won the contract for four bridges, two in Rock Grove, one in Finn, and one in Kent, after seven bidders. Rock Grove bridges cost per running foot lowered from 386 to 28, producing about seven dollars per foot savings countywide. Kent and Erin bridges priced higher but awarded to Shons due to competitive bids and substantial abutment work.
The wings on the east side at the south end equal the wings on the west side in all aspects except length, which shall be 10 feet. The structure will include one 6 inch equalizer to balance the elements.
The Embury church Epworth League elected officers past night amid large turnout and some deadlocks. New officers include President Chester A Hoefer and four vice presidents Kathleen Hillmer and Ethel Holmes among others. A scholarship for a local missionary was approved and new members joined. Anniversary services are planned for next Sunday evening.
The W C T U conference at the Masonic temple drew large attendance and showed a surge in temperance activity. About fifty new members signed names, nearing one hundred total with existing members. No officers were elected, a follow up meeting may occur within a week to select officers for the next year. Mrs Fielda is recognized for tireless work and will attend the election.
The vestry of Grace church will meet this evening at the rectory for organization after the election and to elect secretary and treasurer. Tomorrow Ascension Day services include Holy Communion at 7 a.m for workers and a second at 10 a.m with offerings to the Aged and Infirm Clergy Fund of the diocese.
The Woman's club room at the Masonic temple has been rented by the Christian church which will begin services there next Sunday. The church has used the Y M C A assembly room since last fall. The new quarters on the first floor will be more convenient and easier to access. Sunday school and other services will be held at the usual hours.
Cedarville's Secures Fine Calf from University of Illinois stock. The four month old Holstein Friesian bull calf is sired by Sarcastic Lad, St Louis fair champion, with a top dam from Illinois. Prof Frazer hails the calf as among the best bred in America.
Next Saturday twenty Lindley Normal school scholarships will be contended for at the circuit court room by county pupils who passed the final examinations recently held. It is expected that pupils from all over the county will attend.
Marnist was seen downtown today and is rapidly recovering from a severe illness. J. P. Adams of Centralia is dangerously ill with pneumonia at the home of his daughter, More, on Crocker Street, according to local notices.
The Royal Neighbors will hold a meeting tonight at their new hall over William Wright's store. The business session will be followed by a members social. Refreshments of ice cream cake and coffee will be served.
Delegates from Port City are Mrs Edward Geb Polley and Mrs Ho W Rowley with alternates Mrs J A Clark and Mrs H H Antrim. District Federation of Women’s Clubs will hold a two days session in Me Carroll starting May 23.
Two young lads were arrested last evening on a disorderly conduct charge at the Kraft House. They pleaded not guilty, were examined, and paid a $5.65 bond.
Constipation steals iron absorbed by the bowels spoiling blood and complexion. It causes anemia and disease. Regulate your bowels with Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea. Keep well. 85 cents tea or tablets. Joseph Emmert.
A gala opening in Freeport features a 3:20 PM first pitch at Taylor’s Park for the Wisconsin League professional baseball championship series. An automobile parade will precede the game with city officials, team members, and fans participating. many factories and shops plan to close or release staff for the afternoon to boost attendance. The Freeport lineup includes Warhop, Scott, Gasper, Miller, Darrah, Stark, Schoonhoven, Gwin, Ives, Aumann, Coe, Lannan, Ireland, and Amster among others, with Green Bay also fielding a strong squad as pennant race begins.
Freeport club owner Schoonhoven signs two candidates for shortstop to fill Mackey's vacancy and eyeing more. Aumann from Manitowoc and Fiske from Waterloo arrive amid team preparations as opening game looms. Outfield set as Amster Ireland Ives with Lannan sidelined. Friday as Ladies Day. parade plans announced with Automotive owners invited to join march starting at Clifton hotel.
Madison hosts the Wisconsin State league first game as Senators face Oshkosh tomorrow afternoon. A brass band concert on Main street precedes a parade with Governor and staff, city officials, the baseball team, and fans. The game at Washington Avenue grounds begins about 3 45 with later April starts at 4 to fit day schedules.
Waukauna Wisconsin May 6 John Garlic the Kaukauna pitcher is at home on a short visit awaiting the outcome of negotiations for his coming season. He has pitched opening games with the Lake Shore league and denies signing with a Milwaukee team. He recently gained his freedom from a dispute with Oshkosh of the State league two years ago. Several offers exist including from a Toronto league and a Quebec based league. A Wisconsin State league team called last night but he would not commit.
Madison Wisconsin resident J Woodruff visited the city to gauge the baseball scene. He noted the Senators spent greatly to assemble a strong team and diamond, and predicted Madison would be baseball mad this season. Fans feverishly prepare for a big day tomorrow aimed at defeating Ostikosh.
Galena Base Ball Association has secured W Gilliam as manager. He will arrive in Galena on or about May 1 and will begin assembling the new team. Gilliam has played in Minneapolis and with Texas and Southern league teams. He is a left handed pitcher and plans to field a fast roster.
The Y M C A secretaries defeated the All Professionals in a volleyball series last evening, winning three straight games. The match showcased the balance and teamwork of the Y M C A squad and concluded the evening’s series.
Local Grand Army of the Republic members prepare for the state encampment in Decatur May 21 22 and 28 with delegations from Freeport including John A. Davis post G A R and auxiliary groups. A large program of parades campfires and reunions is planned with transportation details to Illinois Central lines and special rates.
The Freeport club directors last evening selected committees with House headed by Q. Z. Farwell Rob inson Edwin Hall and Finance led by C. A. McNamara J. B. Collman and R. R. Tiffany. Entertainment committee includes C. S. Barret Reeve Burton John Harpster and W. G. Krape.
The advertisement claims catarrh is constitutional and not local, touting Badls Cuitarerh Cure by Bod Cheney Co Toledo as the only constitutional cure. It promises internal doses from 10 drops and a $100 reward for a cure, plus testimonials and leaflets. Also mentions Hall's Fairy Pills for constipation.
Advertises one year of buying all sheet music at actual cost via mail or phone, with registration in a music Directory. Smith & Barnes Song Book offered free to callers. Devore Plano Co located at 75 Stephenson Street, Freeport, Illinois.
The Committee on Supplies of the Board of Education invites proposals to supply 725 tons of anthracite coal for delivery to city school buildings. Proposals due by 17 m. Friday May 10 1907. The committee reserves right to reject any or all proposals. C A McNamara, Chairman Com of Supplies Bradwl
Chief J Henry Silk issues orders enforcing existing Freeport ordinances. No loitering in stairways or depot waiting rooms. Strict attention to auto speed, sidewalk cleanliness, littering, blocking sidewalks, and curfew enforcement. All officers instructed to uphold these rules.
Pastor Thrall delivers the fifth lecture in the beatitudes series at First English Lutheran Church on Thursday evening. A Seyfried leads the musical program. Service lasts one hour from 7 o clock. All members and friends are invited. An important official board meeting will follow.
The Henney Globe band will accompany the Freeport Woodmen at the picnic celebration next month in Rockford. The band has also been engaged for the Decoration day exercises in Freeport.
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