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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1907

Page

6

Weather Forecast Foretells Western Disturbances and Broader Drought

May 11 1907 forecast notes cross continental disturbances from west to east with warm and cool waves, stressing cool mid latitudes alarming crops. Drought spreads from Missouri valley to eastern states while heavy rains hit upper Ohio valleys and parts of the south. Jupiter and Saturn near equinoxes linked to radical weather. future bulletins promised more detail.

W.T. Foster P.O Box Washington, D. C Pacific Eust Rockies Great Central Valleys Eastern States North Pacific Ocean Manitoba Dakotas Great Lakes St. Lawrence River Missouri Canada Texas Drouth North Carolina New England Ohio South Carolina Florida Arkansas Illinois Caribbean Sea Gulf of Mexico Jupiter Saturn

Illinois Music Teachers Association forms in Chicago 1886 87

The Illinois Music Teachers Association formed in Chicago during winter 1886 87 with meetings at W W Kimball Co warerooms. Dr H B Perkins led as president for ten years and the first convention followed at Central Music Hall in June 1887.

Illinois Music Teachers’ Association Illinois Music ‘Teachers’ Association Chicago W. W. Kimball Co State Street H. 8. Perkins National Association Milnois Frederic Grant Gleason Clareanes Edy W. S. 2B. Mathews Dr. F. Zisefeld Hans Balatka C. H. Brittan Winil Liebling L. Gaston Gottschalk Robert Goldbeck E. DeVamps Silas Pratt Frederic W. Root J.J. Hadstaeds Amy Jay Dr. Perking Central Music Hall Peoria Jacksonville Bloomington Quincy Springfald Gilesburg Ottawa Kankakee Danville Perkins Haa Glen Dillard Gbase Ar- Paugemiens Poe

Grand Duke Nicholas to Wed Princess Anastasia

In St Petersburg on May 11 a wedding is announced between Grand Duke Nicholas Nicolaievitch, second cousin of Emperor Nicholas, and Princess Anastasia of Montenegro, the divorced wife of Grand Duke George of Leuchtenberg. The ceremony is planned for the Crimea tomorrow.

Nicholas Anastasia St. Petersburg Nicholas Nicholaievitch Enmvueror Montenegro George of Leuchtenberg Crimea

Golden Medical Discovery Endorsed by Leading Medial Authorities

Public notice promotes Dr. Merce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for weak stomach dyspepsia liver complaints and chronic catarrhal diseases. It lists ingredients including golden seal and bloodroot and cites physicians from Jefferson and Cincinnati as endorsers. The ad claims safety, glycerine base, and offers extracts endorsed by eminent authorities with free mailed information from Dr. Pierce Buffalo NY.

Merce Bartholow Alofferson Col Lege Hare Univ. of Finle Blwood Bennett Med. College Chicago John King Cincinnati John M. Scudde G. AM. D Hahnemann Galden Medical Iscivery Pierce Buffalo, N.Y

Russia’s Cavalry Chief in Exile and Debt

The article profiles a top Russian cavalry leader, commander of the St. Petersburg military district, tasked with czar safety and famed as Europe’s premier horseman. It notes his failed bids for Manchuria command, his lineage from a disgraced prince, and a later life of dismissal and debt.

Russia St. Petersburg Czar Europe Japan Cour Manchuria Kuropatkin Balkans Turkey Alexander I

Week of big conventions and tours across the globe

The week features the American Cotton Manufacturers Association convention in Philadelphia with European participation Ambassador Bryce to speak at the Tannestown exposition The Order of Railway Conductors meets in Memphis The Browns ville affray probe resumes in Washington Presbyterian and Baptist assemblies convene Northern and Southern branches in Columbus and Birmingham Simultaneous Baptist meetings in Washington and Richmond May Sutton to England for tennis events World Sunday School convention in Rome with 700 delegates expected

Washington American Cotton Manufacturers’ Association Philadelphia Europe Bryce Tannestown Exposition Order of Memphis Senate Committee On Brownsville The Presbyterian Church Northern Presbyterians Columbus Ohio Southern Presbyterians Tirmingham Bodies of Baptists

Dog Tax Collector Announces June Start for Pet Assessments

Willian Figeley, the dog tax collector, will begin assessments on June first. He asks all pet owners to be ready to settle their taxes when he calls. Tramp dogs and unwanted animals should be brought to the police station or arrangements made with Mr. Figeley. A white ball dog and a black and white pointer remain at the station, available to whomever pays the charges and proves ownership.

Willian Figeley Figeley Vywahers

Humphreys Veterinary Specifics Promoted for Wide Animal Ailments

An 19th century advertisement for Humphreys Veterinary Specifics claims cures for horses cows dogs poultry and more. It lists treatments for diseases such as distemper colic coughs fevers diarrhea and miscarriages and notes availability at druggists or by prepaid mail from Humphreys Medicine Co New York.

Phie Humphreyy Medicine Co William and John Streets New York

Social Circles at County Fair and Box Social

The county fair and box social drew about two hundred students and friends to the high school last evening. The carnival features drew lively crowds with the tape teller tent, side show, minstrels, and barkers filling all performances. The Treble Clef club handed out laneh boxes and other combinations added to the event. The Men's Bible Class of the Christian Sunday school met at the Sanararant with R M White A Smith and Archie Chompion, conducted business, then enjoyed a social hour with a substantial luncheon.

Kootha Huimber Christian Sunday School Messrs R.M. White Br. A. Smith Archie ‘Chompion

Social Note: Miss Iola Shula Hosts S S C Club

Miss Iola Shula entertained the S. S. C. club at her Lincoln avenue home this afternoon.

Iola Shula S. S.C Lincoln Avenue

Winslow Celebrates Fourth of July Hopeful Water Works Plans

Happenings at Winslow report a planned Fourth of July celebration with a start, and a proposed water works project. Supervisor W W Winter bought Brady property on Hutchard Street for 1160 in an auction. Minzler will move from the farm to Winslow, which welcomes him and family as the village notes investments in park land and a stone quarry, with water works but no mention of electric lights.

Winslow W. W. Winter Brady Httle

Full Blooded Cattle Auction Breaks Records at Michigan Sale

Over 8 000 stockmen attended Andrew Chrystal’s fifth annual full blooded cattle sale in Marshall Michigan on May 10. Sixty three cows sold for 14926 and eleven bulls brought 2645 with an average of 240. N A Lind of Rolfe Iowa paid the top price 1125 for Village Sultan. Buyers included J G Withers and son Independence Iowa W A Hart Cairo Michigan Herr Brothers Reynolds Lodi Tl QO Lowden Oregon TL and Geo Allen Lexington Nebraska.

Lowden Fileavy Michigan Marshall Mich United States Andrew Chrystal N. A. Lind Rolfe Ball J. G

Burrell to Speak at Decoration Day Exercises in Orangeville

The Decoration Day committee in Orangeville has secured Louis H. Burrell State's Attorney to deliver the address. The event is expected to draw a large crowd. A half game between Orangeville and Freeport is planned after the exercises.

Last of Elijah Concerts at Embury Church May 28

The third and final Elijah concert will be held at Embury church on May 28. The chorus has grown to thirty five trained voices and will present high quality works by leading composers, especially oratorios. Admission is free. a silver offering will be collected to cover expenses.

Elijah Embury Church Freeport

Confederate Banner Trophy Recounted by Cedarville Soldier

William Dungman of Cedarville says he possessed a large Confederate flag once from the arsenal at Seta Alabama. The flag came into Clingman’s possession at Columbus Mississippi at war’s end and is valued as a priceless memento of the Confederacy’s struggle.

William Dungman Cedarville

Sermon to Children by Pastor J A Barnett at Masonic Temple

Ev J A Barnett pastor of the Christian church will give a special sermon to children titled The Boy Jesus during regular services at the Masonic Temple. The talk aims to engage young listeners as part of Sunday worship.

Ev. J. A. Barnett The Christian Church Jesus Masonic Temple

Local notices and community updates from Windsor and Freeport

The Orangevilla school board renews Prot. D. W. Mover and Miss Mina Barus for another year. Windsor hotel finances are in focus with Mr. Perry handling packing and shipment to Freeport. The Ole County Bank of Oregon is reorganizing into a private bank. A meeting of the We C0. U. is set for Monday at 2 PM in the YoMG venue to discuss further organization. A Romantic Young Lady notes orchard storms and the loss of fruit. Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup is recommended for cold or cough relief, sold by Wm. F. Jungkunz, druggist.

Orangevilla Ool Board D. W. Mover Mina Barus Savouba Journal Perry Fin Clare Windsor Ole County Bank of Oregano Ibtut Kennedy Wm. F. Jungkunz Gruggist Stephenson Atraet Chicago Marlow F. A. Schulz

Fairbanks Birthday Views Presidential Race Serene

Vice President Fairbanks observes his fifty five years in Indianapolis on May 1. Reports note his planned public speeches across the country during the spring and summer and possible entry into the presidential race next year, with attention to his age and potential advantage.

Pspeehat Soccenaat Indianapolis Fairbanks Mr. Fairbanks Washington Thomas Jer

Conflicting Ages Noted for Early U.S. Presidents

An OCR fragment lists ages for several presidents and figures: James Monroe and Jane Quincy Adams 58, Martin Van Buren and Benjamin Tarrisos 55, James Madison 59, Andrew Johnson 67, Grover Cleveland 46, Rutherford Hayes and William McKinley 4.

Ferson James Monroe Jane Quincy Adams Martin van Buren Benjamin Tarrisos James Madison Andrew Johnson Grover Chevelanto Rutherford Hayes Wm. McKinley

Short Weights Bring Fines to Grocers

The notice warns grocers that a bushel of potatoes must weigh sixty pounds and buyers short weight face fines. Citizens who report violations can receive up to $10. Other merchants who breach the rule have already faced penalties.

Mrs Palmer Improves After Hospital Operation

Mrs Fred Palmer, operated on Thursday night at Rockford hospital, is improving slowly and expected to recover. Her husband, telegraphed from Sterling, reached the city yesterday morning.

Palmer Rockford Fred Palmer Rockford Hospital Sterling

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