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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1900
Page
8
Housecleaning Time advertises new carpets curtains and rugs for low prices. It promotes affordable options from 25c to 65c per yard including ingrain velvet moquette and Wilton varieties. Flexible samples reduce waste and save customers money.
Our curtains are selected with care and showcase new stylish patterns in all grades. Visit us to compare with catalogues, take samples home, and exchange if not satisfied. Extra values at $1, $1.50, $2 and $3 per pair. New novelties for bedrooms and dining rooms feature fine muslin with lace edges.
May 17 Saengerbund concert at Germania opera house. May 17 Columbus Club social at St Marys ALL. May 21 Prodigal Father at Grand opera house. May 24 Martha Washington Garrison K of G social. May 26 Democratic county convention. May 28 Columbian Novelty Concert at Green Hall under Sons of Veterans.
A page of political notices shows Shereby Bolender and W H Cr announcing renomination bids for Circuit Clerk of Stephenson County, Ill, subject to Republican County Convention. Dr W B Peck and Dr C P Leitzel also announce candidacies for Coroner, subject to convention decisions.
The report shows receipts for 1890 1900 at 145 429 vs 181 996 previous year. Church gifts are inadequate to support aided institutions. the board cannot fund others. Aid requested from cities presbyteries and synods. neglect risks future loss. The board could expand with moderate income. The 29 aided institutions hold 1 122 862 in property, 3 275 students, 384 college, 1 445 academic, 821 classical. 1 589 church members. 171 conversions. 171 intending to become ministers.
Ancminate McLean responds from Curoaco on May 15 to Dr W S Caldwell's April letter. He argues against confusion with theosophy and cites Mary Baker Eddy's Science and Health to claim Christian Science offers plain language for self healing and deeper understanding of God and Jesus Christ.
A lively party drew good attendance last evening at the Knights of the Globe hall under Mrs. Abraham Lincoln garrison. Guests enjoyed a pleasant program of cards and dancing followed by a dainty luncheon.
The degree of Ruth will host a hard times jecial at their hall on Stephenson street tomorrow evening. All members and friends are cordially invited.
Miss Edith Knowlton entertained friends at cards last evening with Miss Kate Fry of Chicago as guest of honor in a refined social gathering featuring games and conversation.
Due to high interest the Columbian Novelty Concert shifts from the YMCA auditorium to Germania hall to accommodate a large audience. Promoters report strong support and expect a rare patriotic program with high quality songs and specialty acts at a small admission fee.
A short ad style verse from Jos Emmert urging readers to marry the loved one and trust Rocky Mountain Tea to help. The playful couplet suggests the product as a remedy for uncertainty and social pressure in marriage.
The Embury M. E. church young men hosted a May festival to raise funds and entertain, serving ice cream and cake. The program featured piano solos by Miss Birch and Miss Stahl, recitations, banjo solos, a male quartet, and a ladies trio, with Rev. L. L. Burling participating.
Mr. E. C. Hazard, a noted New York wholesale grocer, hosts a New Jersey railroad official at his Staten Island farm. Hazard feeds him Grape-Nuts to aid recovery, claiming the cereal rebuilt the official’s health and brain function, aligning with Hazard’s food expertise and belief in Grape-Nuts benefits.
The funeral for Henry Schlicker, who died in Chicago, was held this morning at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with Rev Fr Kalvelage presiding. E A Blust led arrangements with pallbearers F J Young Charles McCarthy John Lawless T M Raidican Wm Meile C C Becker. Lena Vandeest's funeral is set for Saturday morning from her Forreston township home with Rev Peters of Baileyville officiating. interment will be at Prairie Dell. When doctors fail try Burdock blood Bitters.
The supervisor's committee and the highway commissioners of Erin township met today to let the contract for three new bridges recently ordered by the board of supervisors. Don’t let the little ones suffer from edema or other tottering skin disease. Dean's Ointment claims to aid delicate skin. Available at any drug store for 50 cents.
In Elgin there are twelve wagons delivering ice this season and last Saturday yielded about 120 tons sold. Daily sales now average around 100 tons as two companies share the market. The Elgin Poultry Association met Monday evening to outline plans for the December poultry show and to consider supplying exhibitors with rental exhibition coops. Also noted was a reminder that while consumption cannot be cured, Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup claims to treat coughs and bronchitis.
Alfred Riggle sues the estate of Peter Pickel of Buckeye township claiming $2,000 for ten years work. The jury rules $650 in his favor after hours of deliberation, noting Riggle was overlooked in probate. The item ends with an ad for Rocky Mountain Tea and Madison Medicine Co. products.
Local ad highlights $25 suitings from Joan S. Harrster The Aptes Date Merchant Tailor. Promises good fit and style with a guaranteed satisfaction claim. May imply limited sale period.
Freeport Model Works advertises repair services for bicycles lawn mowers guns type writers cash registers and all items in need of repair. They stock bike sundries and emphasize model and tool work as a specialty.
Very low excursion rates to North Manchester Ind via the Northwestern line for the German Baptists annual meeting. Tickets on sale May 28 29 30 not valid for trains arriving Chicago before May 29. Expires July 5. Apply to Chicago & North Western Ry agents. Lawn mowers sharpened and repaired by a practical machinist. Satisfaction guaranteed or no charges. H Gransden 216 North Galena Ave.
Magnificent line of white waists featuring all over lace and embroidery designs, plus options with tuck and insert details, new sleeves or laundried cuffs. Prices range from 75c to 4.00, showcasing the largest variety and best values in the city.
Misses percale shirt waists in 10 12 14 and 16 year sizes priced at 50c 75c and 1.00 Misses white waists with embroidery trim offered at 79c.
A local sale invites customers to choose from a wide range of shirt waists. Shoppers can find best fitting options with various sizes and styles available at the county shop.
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