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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1905
Page
2
The International Typo graphical Union issues this label to the Preeport Journal recognizing that union labor is employed in its mechanical departments.
S.V. Wirlek arrives from Del Kalby. Mrs. Edward Teft goes to Chicago. Mrs. J. Stealy travels to Chicago. County Clerk F.C. Held and G. Wirk visit Rockford. C.B. Byerly starts Illinois and Indian trip. Dr. Marie J. Steele to Chicago on business. Mr. and Mrs. M. Schauer of Shannon visit Freeport. Alice Drake of the Conservatory of Music spends day in Chicago. Mrs. L. Friedly travels to Polo to see her mother Mrs. Susan Paul. A. S. Meld visits Sheboygan to see daughter Mrs. Conrad Testwaide. Fred Gerloff returns to Dixon after visiting sister. A. Bergman and W. H. Holland head to northern Wisconsin for fishing. Mrs. Marie Porter and Edna depart for Burlington Vermont for summer. B. F. Funk, former Winnipeg real estate rep, returns home. County Superintendent Grove conducting eighth grade exam at Pearl City. Mabel Goddard, English teacher at Lanark High, attends concert by Thomas orchestra. Will A. Hats of Interstate Vaudeville Circuit in Freeport representing Rosenthal for summer season. Haas has many acquaintances here.
Local notices list many meetings and events this week. Knights of Columbus hosts ladies day while Company L officers election is set for May 22. Church groups, unions, and social clubs announce card parties, rehearsals, receptions, and a Japanese speaker at Burlington church on May 14.
The Theodore Thomas Orchestra at Grand Opera House drew intense acclaim last evening in Freeport. Soloist Stock earned widespread admiration for Beethoven and Liszt pieces, with Ganz’s Liszt concerto praised. audience enthusiasm and encores followed a refined program that included Die Meistersinger and Grieg selections.
Chief of Police Sweeney will ask the city council to install three signal lights at Chicago and Galena, Chicago and Stephenson, and Chicago and Exchange to enable instant contact with boats. Red and white lights will trigger calls to headquarters, with alarm boxes moved to the business district and each officer reporting hourly.
Circulation notes a possible sale of the Rockford and Interurban Railway to Chicago capitalists. Special counsel reportedly engaged to handle transfer matters. Several northern lines may be bought and centralized under the new company, with local stockholders maintaining their interests.
A Lynn man, aged about years, praises Father John's Medicine for restoring vigor and curing his daughter's grip after four doctors failed. The ad claims the remedy cures colds and grip or money back, with no poisonous drugs, and lists Joseph Emmert, Druggist, as the seller.
A weary Illinois Central engineer returns from a trip to find his wife missing with a Freeport businessman. Evidence includes missing wardrobe and $74 withdrawn. Neighbors doubt the affair, noting prior visits and a 48 hour alibi. the couple reportedly left on a south bound train.
From ancient myth to modern fields, apples are praised for their beauty and versatility. The Newton pippin is highlighted as the finest in America, with Baldwin and Spitzenberg varieties noted for flavor and appearance. Apples are valued for health benefits and culinary uses from desserts to sauces, preserves, and roasts.
An 19th century style ad claims deafness can be cured by a miracle remedy from the Mistichiin Tribe and Hall's Cure. It touts wiles of hearing restoration, promises $100 for proof, and hawks Father John's medicine as a safer option.
State Superintendent Alfred Bayliss urges teachers and school directors to observe Memorial Day on Monday May 29 with a one hour program in schools. The circular emphasizes patriotism, the Union cause, and civic virtue, citing speeches and songs to teach respect for law and readiness to serve.
Freeport Typographical Union No. 624 elected officers last night led by President C G Wolf and Vice President Julius Wagner. Jean James was named Sr Secretary Treasurer with Cy Yost as Corresponding Secretary. Harvey Me was chosen sergeant at arms and August Schmacher as International Convention delegate. Julius Wagner Sr and Michael Colbert of Chicago spoke on the Cummings memorial annex and eight hour day progress at the Colorado Springs home.
An advertisement states obstinate constipation digestion and stomach disorders are permanently cured by Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea tablets sold for 36 cents. The claim credits Josep Em mert as endorser.
In Freeport a social note says Miss Frieda Walz daughter of Mr and Mrs J M Walz will marry W Baumgarten son of former mayor Baumgarten. The ceremony is set for Tuesday in June. Baumgarten works for Freeport Railway Light and Power.
Prominent churchman Rev W M Stafford D D of Harrisburg Pa will preach at Trinity Church this evening. He edits a denominational paper and has spent time in Chicago churches this week. A dozen to fifteen Freeport pastors and notable laymen attend, with a song service at 7 30. Tomorrow evening Rev J H Keagle is expected to preach.
The Modern Woodmen of America picnic at Beloit on June 1 offers prizes for drill teams and Royal Neighbor groups plus bands. Prizes include 100 for first drill team and 75, 80, 385, 26 for others, with band prizes 75 50 and 25. Beloit committees cover arrangements privileges advertising decorations prize awarding bands baggage and marshal duties.
Census experts believe the center of population may be leveling westward and possibly moving east, with limited data from upcoming state censuses to confirm. The trend has shown a 519 mile westward shift over 70 years, though recent reads suggest a slowdown and a near thirty ninth parallel alignment. The Elder William Brewster Chapter D A R will meet tomorrow evening with Miss Stone at 461 Stephenson Street for a business session.
Phos. 3, Austin, manager of the Republican in Leavenworth Indiana, refused doctors and chose Electric Bitters for his wife’s female troubles. Five physicians failed to help before the remedy cured her, restoring her to full household duties. Guaranteed by Joseph Emmert, druggist, 50 cents.
The inquest at Tempel's undertaking parlors examined Homer F. Romine and doctors who found two tumors and twelve gallstones in Minnie Romine. The jury verdict said she died from carbolic acid taken by her own hand while temporarily insane amid a long illness.
Curious account of superstitions among railroad workers and drivers. Notes that engine drivers are not more superstitious than others, and mentions many beliefs observed among engineers and railroad staff.
A large audience attended Embury for an illustrated song sermon led by Rev. W. J. Meads with hymn Where Is My Wandering Boy Tonight. Rev. Jayvox opened with prayer and several ministers were present. Ten cottage prayer meetings were arranged for today at 2 p.m. An evening service is planned for 7:30 p.m. in the city with further events a children’s service led by Rev. W. Ed Meads and a Friday excursion of Warren people to Freeport for revival.
In an era of germ epidemics the article urges building a strong stomach to resist disease. It promotes Mi-O-Na tablets taken before meals to improve digestion, alleviate post meal distress, and claim a health transformation. The ad notes a guarantee offered by William F. Jungkuné, with no payment if it cures.
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