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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1907
Page
3
News from Madrid May 11 reports Queen Victoria's son, heir to the throne, born to Queen Victoria. The event prompts nationwide celebration as royal messengers summon courtiers, cannons fire signaling the birth, and the royal standard is raised. Crowds cheer and share the joyous news across Madrid.
Royal baby born to Queen and King Alfonso, with the premiere Maura presenting the infant on a silver tray. Officials sign the birth certificate as Spain declares national holiday across Madrid and the nation.
A local brief notes the birth of a baby amid political unrest and personal hardship. It mentions uncertain fortunes, a name not yet settled, and a sense of new beginnings despite recent struggles in the community.
Alforfso pardoned thousands of prisoners including eight condemned to death. Spain’s press unreservedly cheers the birth of the little prince. Telegrams arrive from Roosevelt, London officials, and European leaders praising the event and dynasty stability.
Flemingburg Kentucky May 11 two are dead two others fatally injured and ten seriously hurt when an engine and two coaches plunged fifty feet from a double decked trestle on the Cincinnati Flemingsburg and Southeast railway two miles from Flemingburg. The dead include Tarry Thomas of Cincinnati and an unknown laborer. Among the fatally injured engineer Clarence Browning of Flemingsburg and Miss Amelia Stodgrass of Covington. Seriously injured include Mrs Harry Thomas and her four year old daughter plus several other Covington residents.
Rio Janeiro reports Prince Tuiz a grandson of Dom Pedro once emperor will travel through the city Sunday toward Paraguay. The government has resolved to prohibit his landing due to the banishment on the emperor's family.
Syracuse officials report a possible deficit in the city treasury from the tenure of FE. FF. Atlen as treasurer. Experts will determine the size, with early estimates suggesting the shortage could exceed $109,000.
In Sterling Newfoundland on May 11 Mrs. Michael Pendergast aged 59 died after stepping on a lit match that set her clothing alight. She burned severely before assistance arrived and died within minutes at her residence.
New York May 11. Mayor McClellan vetoed the salary bill passed by the legislature which would have equalized pay for women teachers with men in the same grades. The measure would cost the city about seven million dollars.
Freeport defeated Green Bay 11 to 6 in a slugfest as Warhop struggled on the mound for Oshkosh. Gwin and Anister led Freeport with key hits while Schoonhoven and Ireland contributed infield drives as the Canners built a big early lead and held on despite Oshkosh rallying briefly.
New York May 11 reports the Starriman lines awarded the Tennessee Coal and Iron Company a major contract for 150000 tons of steel rails. The order marks one of the largest individual rail purchases.
The Amalgamated Window Glass Workers Association committee schedules its annual convention at Strassture's Hall in Detroit from July 9 to 11. The event follows the May 11 meeting favoring the Detroit venue for official proceedings and discussions.
Baseball scores from multiple leagues show results in games played in Boston Philadelphia and New York among others. Weather interrupted several games with scattered summaries and partial innings.
The Plain Dealer reports Secretary of War Taft will not accept Ohio Republican endorsement if it includes Joseph B. Foraker for another U S Senate term. A lengthy talk with Taft in Washington followed Burton’s telephonic briefing, reaffirming that Foraker must be eliminated from both presidential and Senate contests in Ohio.
Tuck er Jr of Kansas City Kansas begins mailing 20000 circulars to Grand Army of the Republic posts urging resolutions in favor of discharging the receiver of the Uncle Sam Oil Co named by the Kansas supreme court. Circulars accuse trusts and claim oil-company pressure caused the company’s troubles and request posts to send copies to President Roosevelt.
Tate, famed for alleged involvement with Newton C. Dougherty, was found guilty of burglary by a Chicago jury. He claimed the crime was a police setup and that he faced sentences under the indeterminate law, with potential term from one to fourteen years at the state penitentiary.
Immense quantities of foam twenty feet high surged from the cross canal in Lewiston Maine and swept into city streets. Authorities say chemicals from nearby paper mills caused the sudden foam flood disrupting traffic and prompting cleanup efforts.
Isnar Stephenson of Marinette gains four votes to go with 28 for a U S Senate ballot in Madison Wisconsin. His nearest rival William TV Flatten of New London trails with 23 votes while Duncan McGregor of Platteville has 20 and Esch of La Crosse 19. A break in the deadlock is anticipated soon.
Train excursion details for the G. A. R. encampment at Decatur include a round trip fare and sales on May 20 21 and 22 with return limit May 24. The item lists the dates and general travel terms for veterans attending the event.
Boise Idaho May 11 the sheriff works to obtain 100 new jurors for the resumption of the trial on Monday and faces difficulties attracting volunteers in a tense atmosphere.
One and one third fare for round trip with sales dates May 20 21 22 and 28. Return limit May 26.
Washington May 11 The regular Friday cabinet meeting was not held at the White House officials explained there was no important business demanding immediate attention.
Snow falls across Wisconsin Michigan New York Pennsylvania and Ohio. Aged brigadier general Orlando Willecox leads Coburg Guatemala 15 years old and buried Indian mutiny anniversary passes quietly. Newberry Pennsylvania district suffers major fire destroying two thirds of the business area with heavy losses. Jamestown exposition pigeon contest awards 10000 birds. silver purchases by Treasury reach 100000 ounces at 66 453 cents per ounce. Miss Nucora Wittebort’s remains recovered after university fire in Nansi a City. Liverpool hosts public funeral for Rev Dr John Watson. Wisconsin senator race ends with Jane Stephenson at 82 votes. New York lawyer Abratia Fb Trumimel sentenced for swindling. Jans Appeal filed against tan.
In La Crosse on May 10, a batting order error cost La Crosse the game against Pond du Lac as Kenetchy batted out of turn in the seventh inning. Three runs were allowed, Bond was sidelined by an eye injury from a ball, and manager Hawley protested umpire Sutter's call.
Do not speculate and run the risk of losing all. Put money in a reliable bank at a good rate of interest where it will yield a fair safe and certain return. Deposit surplus in the Savings Dept of the State Bank, conducted on sound conservative business principles with large capital and ample resources to meet any contingency.
Oshkosh delivers hard hitting errorless defense and Sage on the mound to whitewash Madison in the second game of the series. Cumiskey exits in the second inning after issuing four hits and a base on balls as chill winds sweep the ballpark.
J C Beam Jr is referenced as an artist with an unclear funeral notice and several scattered names and locations including St Louis Washington Chicago and Dearborn Street. The fragmentary text mentions S H Hardwick a passenger traffic manager and Wyahington D O R14 with no coherent events or dates.
Arkota Academy defeated Durand on Durand's grounds Friday by a total score as Baltier struck out seventeen Durand batters. The lineup included Morrey at second base and Hannumen in right field with Sweet at shortstop and Bradley in right field contributing to the win.
A vintage drug advertisement promotes Ely’s Cream Balm to treat nasal catarrh and hay fever. It markets solid balm at 50 cents and Liquid Cream Balm at 75 cents with a sprayer, none containing cocaine or mercury, available from Ely Bros in New York.
In a recent interview Secretary Wilson argues that universal crop failure is impossible and critiques farmer awareness of stock markets. He notes Northwestern farmers’ limited trust in railroad securities and their migration of funds to Canadian wheat lands offered by Manitoba and Western Colonization Co. Excursions to inspect lands run every Tuesday.
The Daily Journal announces citywide delivery available for 10 cents per week. This statement highlights affordable home delivery and broad service reach within the city.
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