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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1907
Page
5
The Eighth series of stock in the Freeport Building and Loan Association has matured and been paid in full. The 55th series is now opening and inviting subscriptions with the call Now is the time to subscribe.
The Kellogg Severance recommendations claim railroad competition is suppressed over a third of the United States. They say contracts between Union Pacific and Rock Island for Alton control and between Union and Southern Pacific for Inland Central and San Pedro violate the Sherman act and urge the attorney general to seek annulment. The ICC has not accepted or confirmed the recommendations. they remain advisory only.
Delegates to the 119th general assembly of the Presbyterian church pour into Columbus Ohio for the meeting starting tomorrow. Dr William Henry Roberts of Philadelphia and Rev Francis E Marsten of New York are candidates for moderator.
Union Pacific fell about four points after the Interstate Commerce Commission counsel issued a report. Traders moved against the stock on the New York Exchange as the broader market weakened and support later appeared.
Abraham Ruef pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy and extortion in San Francisco today. The Associated Press reports the confession came this afternoon amid the ongoing graft case.
Generally fair tonight and Thursday with a threat of unsettled conditions in the north. Cooler tonight, warmer Thursday. Sunrise at 6 48 a m and sunset at 7 15 p m.
Chicago May 15 closing quotes show July wheat 82 1 2, July corn 52, July oats 43 3 4, July pork 16 50, July lard 8 12, July hogs 6 30 to 6 57. Cattle 21 000 and hogs 28 000 at steady to lower. Beeves 4 25 to 6 45, cows and heifers 15 0 to 40, stockers 85 15, good to prime steers 80 0 to 95 0. Light hogs 6 30 to 6 57, mixed 6 80 to 9 0, rough 6 03 to 6 20, bulk sales 6 40 to 8 62. Sheep 4 600 36 75 with steady tone.
Mise M. Linnake a Pennington New Jersey university student spoke to Center School pupils yesterday afternoon about Japanese language.
The funds and books of the village of West Kreeport were turned over this morning to City Clerk Water Stradee and City Treasurer Campbell. Gibler's Orchestra will travel to Dixon Thursday afternoon to provide music for a dancing party.
John Gaukapp, Sr. was taken to St. Francis hospital this morning for treatment of pneumonia.
The Manny tracks culvert project will be let by contract as manpower shortages delay direct construction. Great Western officials including H H Hadsel and J E Booker visited Chicago and Savanna to study Central facilities and potential roundhouse improvements, with hints at South Freeport as a beneficial location for a new shop.
Beverly was released on bonds this morning while his brother Wolvntin provided the funds. The report mentions Johun Beverly as the subject and Wolvntin as the financier behind the bond arrangement.
Low daily rates via The North Western line until October 12 with liberal return limits and variable routes. Stop-over privilege lets travelers visit New York Washington Niagara Falls and coastal and mountain resorts. Direct corps to Chicago with all lines east. For particulars contact any Nord Western agent.
Elizabeth Becker, 196 Hacken Street, drank carbolic acid in a late evening act of despair over love affairs. She called for help as she prepared to die, and Dr. J A Poling revived her. medical care saved her from serious burns. Her mother suspects jealousy from a former sweetheart fueled the act.
News notes in terse form report that ex police chief Jack Sweeney may become a saloonkeeper and that a prime site at Chicago and Exchange streets is under consideration. Also announced is the planned May 20 unveiling of Ensign Worth Bagley statue in Raleigh Capitol Square.
A congregational meeting of the First English Lutheran Church will be held Thursday evening in the auditorium. The pastor will conduct a brief devotional service at 7 30 and the remainder of the evening will be devoted to business deliberations. All members are expected to attend.
The Cherry Camp M W A gathers tonight for a regular session expected to initiate about twelve candidates. The Rockford lodge boosting committee attends to drum up enthusiasm for the annual picnic to be held in June.
The first assessor this year is R. C. Loss of Rock Grove Township. His books show personal property valued at $82,685 and real estate at $690,01, totaling $1,84415 with an increase of $26,280 in township valuation. Taxes are figured on one fifth of total valuation.
State's Attorney Burrell filed with the county treasurer and receiver for back personal property taxes totaling 325.08. This marks the last day to file claims against the old German Ensurance, as personal property taxes are not liens on real estate.
The Y M C A will hold its annual meeting to elect a board of directors next Monday evening May 20 at the association house. Afterward the board will meet to elect officers with few changes anticipated.
President James of the University of Nichois announced that James Breve British ambassador to Washington has accepted an invitation to deliver the commencement address in Urbana Champaign on June 12.
Frank Keos orders artificial ice facility nearing completion with Frozen aid manufacturing to start next Monday. A large workforce operates to finish the building.
Frank A. Davis and Emma Heidel of Freeport are listed as licensed to wed. The ad promotes White sewing machines and better models at lower prices, claiming equal quality to higher priced brands. Fraser Mercantile Co. appears as the supplier in the notice.
Walnutstrom residents debated paving options with Beick Paving and Macadamtaing. Some residents opposed any paving while others favored brick paving to raise property values. The plan includes 42 feet street width from Douglas to the River school and 32 feet elsewhere, with several streets to receive brick or macadam work this summer.
The Culture club closes the year with an annual dinner at Mrs. Wolf's home this evening at seven. Martha Washington Jarvison girls host a May party Monday afternoon at Knights of Globe hall. Refreshments and a charitable collection are requested. A testimonial notes a prior injury and praises Buck Talts Ardea Salve for a thumb wound.
Auction gates open at 2:30 and 7:32 daily for Japanese wares on Staphenaun Street. Excellent display of souvenirs for ladies.
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