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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1908
Page
4
The Daily Journal issue from Freeport, Illinois outlines subscription terms and delivery frequency. It states daily publication except Sundays, mailing details, and annual price information, dated May 1908.
The Freenert Journal receives a label from the International Typo graphical Union recognizing that it employs union labor in its mechanical departments.
Announcements from Avie Barrella and Roscoe J. Carnatian declare their candidacies for the Republican nomination for State's Attorney of Stephenson County. Primaries set for Saturday August 8, with calls for support from Republican voters.
W A Wlieman announces candidacy for circuit clerk of Stephenson County in the Republican primary, subject to the August 1908 party decision.
Freeport candidate William W. Krape declares his candidacy for the Republican nomination for state senator in the Twelfth district comprising Stephenson Jo Daviess and Carroll counties subject to party primaries in August.
Stephen Rigney of Red Oak declares candidacy for representative in the Pinais General Assembly. He submits himself to Republican voters of the Twelfth senatorial district at the primaries on August 5.
Masonic calendars list Excelsior Lodge 97 AF and AM stating meetings on the first and third Friday each month. Evergreen Lodge 170 AF and AM meets first and third Monday. May Freeport Chapter 2h RAM stated convocation is the first and third Tuesday. Freeport Council 3a RC and SL meets on the grand Tuesday. Freeport Commandery 7K KT holds stated conclave on the first and third Wednesday.
Freeport society notices list Ray Hoover in Dixon on business while Eisenhower spends the day there. Thomas Olson returns to DeKalb. Russell Wiles arrives from Chicago. Ed Holcomb visits from Chicago. Aline Wagner visits Peoria. George F. Kerns travels to Chicago. Fred Sahlick comes from Rockford. Mrs Genevieve Goodhue White returns to Chicago. Mr and Mrs Jud Curtiss visit from Peoria. Horace Tarbox visits from Rockford. Judge O E Heard returns to Oregon for court. Dr C R Sheets and wife, formerly of Freeport, in city. Fred Niedermeier returns to Chicago after weekend with parents. A M Smith travels to Louisville on business for American Stars of Equity. J J Rossman of Madison visits guest Edward Higgins, staying overnight. Rev F J Bate travels to Dixon for northern deanery meeting. Y H Stevens returns to Los Angeles after visiting G H Hornberger and W T Vipond. Mr and Mrs Johto Guy and daughter Rhuby depart for Denver for several weeks. Henry F E Davis of Dixon, Illinois Central switch engine chief, and C C Courtney of Illinois Central Chicago office, spend Sunday in Freeport. Mr and Mrs J W Carpenter return to Dixon after visiting Fr. O B Carpenter.
The Kalz family expresses gratitude for friends and neighbors who offered aid during their bereavement. Special thanks go to Arcade Manufacturing Company Machinists union and the German Military Society for floral remembrances and thoughtful tribute.
An old advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Maise powder as a cure for sore feet, corns, bunions, sweating, and fatigue. It claims instant relief, improved shoe fit, and comfort, offering a 25 cent mail option and a free trial package from Allen S. Ciavetyad in LeRoy New York.
Rev. H. T. Moore of the First Presbyterian church delivered a special sermon responding to a labor department request. He argued that the labor and capital conflict harms all and urged recognition of mutual rights and respect. He warned against resolving disputes by force and urged constructive dialogue.
A historical sermon on labor's friends and foes argues labor's issue is central to civilization. It cites three classes in conflict, notes labor’s grievances, and warns against demagogues while urging workers to recognize loyal allies and dangerous foes within and outside labor ranks.
Madison crushed Oshkosh 38 to 1 as Shaw pitched effectively allowing just three scattered hits. Madison produced a dominant offensive showing with multiple runs across the innings to secure the lopsided victory.
George Gwin known as Pap Gwin is unattached this season but drawing multiple offers to play in nearby towns. A first class first baseman he excels as catcher, with teams across four league clubs seeking his services for one or two games weekly. He plans to stay based in Freeport while continuing as Lumberjacks catcher at Rockford Saturday. An odd note from The Star mentions Erickson facing a clothes and cash prize suit amid a home run dispute and a mistaken credit to Brady in Wausau’s area.
The Illinois Central posted a new schedule that took effect Sunday. The improved hours drew a sizable crowd into town for the ball game.
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