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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1907
Page
7
A recent Illinois legislature act creates a state board of examiners of registered nurses. The five-member board, appointed by the governor, enforces the act and conducts biannual examinations for applicants. Applicants must be 23 or older, of good character, and meet training and hospital experience requirements.
The English comedian John Hare was born in London on May 16, 1844. He began on stage in 1801 and spent decades with the Prince of Wales and Court theatres. He co managed the St James Theatre from 1879 to 1888 with Kendal and drew fame for both acting and presentation. He debuted in America in 1894 at Abbey’s Theatre, New York, followed by several successful U.S. tours.
A review notes The District Leader resembles George M. Cohan's 45 Minutes From Broadway in setup and energy. The melodrama blends comedy and song with varied pacing and both serious and humorous moments, praised as a standout in its season.
An advertisement touts Hyomei as a quick cure for bronchial troubles through medicated air inhalation. It claims sprays and douches worsen irritation and notes a pocket inhaler delivers treatment, with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. The complete outfit costs $1.00 through Wm. F. Jungkunz.
Grand Master Merrill of the I O O F issues a proclamation naming Tuesday June 11 as memorial day for the order. Local lodges may observe on a nearby date that suits them best.
An aged testimonial touts Dr. King's New Discovery for asthma and consumption with a 50 cent to 1 dollar price and a free trial bottle. Nearby items promote Oxfords for ladies and a factory foreman wanted for crating. Travel promos show low round trip rates to San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland and Seattle with seasonal date windows and two over arrangements.
At Columbus Ohio 119th general assembly of the Presbyterian church of America considers final merger with the Cumberland Presbyterians uniting about 1.2 million members and 1 000 presbyteries while planning for next year’s delegate changes. Also reports Southern and Baptist councils and a large Baptist anniversary in Washington with talks on a national Baptist union.
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