17 May 1907
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1907
Page
1
San Francisco May 17 reports that Ruef rejected immunity offers from prosecutors and will testify before the grand jury. He defends his position saying those drawn into corruption by coercion should not be targets, while those who willingly engaged in criminal acts will not be shielded. Ruef notes sympathy and support as he awaits questioning.
Subpoenaed Ruef testified before the grand jury at the Pili ae street prison. He discussed alleged mayoral and supervisor bribes linked to a street railway franchise and 250 tiles of track. The disclosure centered on payments totaling thousands, with Ruef denying further comment.
May 17. Ida. Harry Ur- is noted in a terse item denying a claim or report about his account. The fragment references a trial progress and focuses on a defensive stance regarding published details. The readability is limited by the clipping.
Prisoner-witness Harry Orchard spoke to Associated Press representatives for over half an hour denying mistreatment, coercion, or promised immunity in connection with the murder plot involving the Western Federation of Miners. He described a Christian conversion and explained changes in his reading. At the Haywood trial eleven jurors were examined to replace William Van Orsdale. Allen Pride was excused by the defense for a peremptory challenge.
President Roosevelt grants John L Lennon a conditional pardon for desertion from the marine corps in Cuba. Lennon must reenlist and serve a full four year term after being dishonorably discharged. Sullivan argued Lennon did not intend to desert, claiming an overstay of leave.
In St Louis on May 17 a black cab driver named Thomas O Paylor drank nineteen large measures of whisky to prove his capacity. He allegedly consumed the liquor without a break and died seven hours later, the wager notes report.
The Woodmen of the World sovereign camp in Norfolk Virginia decided to raise delegate pay from 10 to 16 dollars per day during sovereign session. The change applies to representatives to the sovereign camp.
Following are base end scores from leagues and associations with scattered team names and cities. Entries mention Ay Boston Chicans 7 Doas ton Oat New York Philadelpha and Checkman 9, plus Petroatte-New York Monterrett Poot Cheveleick-Bostrom 1 Cleveland 2p at St.Jeens Whdbid Joluia GQ St. boamis. Association shows AG MiP wardhee-tolwin bus o. Malvahee cap discassis iity- Tolede Oydsauisds 9ty 2 ten traimess at A Pttanasiipolis Trddatipeatis 2. Mate Hedtadis Gt ab St. Paulo biaisville 3. Sho Padan Wester. At Cleaver-Ouoaha 4 Deavesast Ditecti Streusx City Lincoln Toot Puebla obtes Moines 4 Pillar.
Wodol for indigestion and dyspepsia claims to digest what you eat, soothe the stomach, and build strong blood. Made in compliance with the National Pure Food and Drug Law. Sold by Win. F. Young druggist at 55 Stephenson Street.
The Opily Journal announces weekly delivery across the city, offering readers access to news and notices for the week. It emphasizes broad reach, aiming to bring current events and local items to every neighborhood.
Illinois Central announces annual Interscholastic Meet at Champaign. One and one third fare for the round trip. Dates of sale May 16. Return limit May 76.
Decatur announces one fare round trip for the Annual State G A RR. Sale dates are May 20 21 and 22 with a return limit of May 24. Subscribers must complete travel within the stated window.
Members plan an annual meeting in Bloomington Illinois with events surrounding a round trip sale dates set for May 20 21 22 and 28. Return limit May 28. This notice outlines schedule and participation details for attendees and sellers.
Stephenson county lawyers receive notice of the Illinois State Bar Association annual meeting set for July 11 and 12 in Galesburg. Judge Edward Morse Shepard of New York will deliver the annual address. other speakers include Judge Harry Olson of Chicago and A Hanley Jones, state pure food commissioner. Officers of the association are Harrison Musgrave, John F. Voigt Jr., James H. Matheny, and George T. Page with trustees Lester H. Strawn and Charles E. Kramer.
Walter Collier of Nora Indiana who burglarized several stores in Nora two years ago has been paroled from the state reformatory at Pontiac. His parole takes effect May 20 and he will be released after two years of confinement. Seeman, another youth involved, is expected to be released on parole within weeks. The boys were not bad but faced a serious outcome for their actions.
A letter from the Duke of Cumberland and a former crown prince reveals a romantic chapter in Miss Frances Cook of Monroe Wisconsin. It recalls how her father, Captain Hoc Hero, saved King George amid a storm on a steamer, sacrificing his life to save others. The king vowed care for the captain’s family, and his son continues that pledge.
State Gideons will convene in Waukeran May 8 and 19 under the leadership of W W Dawson state president. The opening day focuses on organizational business and planning for the year. A banquet and campfire are planned Saturday night by the First Methodist church ladies in Waukegan. Delegates will occupy local pulpits Sunday morning, with a Mass meeting in the afternoon and a union church service Sunday night to close the session.
An energetic young man is invited to earn money this summer by joining a business opportunity. Prospective applicants are directed to contact First National Bank Hannaford North Dakota for particulars and details of the program.
J Burdett, piano tuner, advertises service and orders at Brown and Dollmeyer's or via phone 3 led.
One of the year s biggest musical hits arrives at the Grand next Tuesday night. The District Leader is praised as a major attraction of the season with a melodramatic story rich in clever comedy and appealing musical numbers.
At the Bijou audience packed both shows with a crowd approving acts from Ed Cunningham’s jumping and hand stand routine to Joe Almon’s monologue and impersonations. Mitchell and Moore performed a clean singing and dancing act, Rankin and Lesley featured on piano cornet and sax, and Miss Ruby Kurtz sang Clover Blossoms to wide applause.
At Caledonia village board meeting Otto Schmidt received a leather medal for routing a Hardy store burglar. Pastor Clarke praised brave local citizens, recounting Schmidt’s pursuit from McMullen’s barn to Beloit, noting he avoided a dangerous shot to prevent village costs. The award, from Hess Hopkins tannery of Rockford, honored Schmidt’s quick actions and protection of the town.
Madrid May 17 The twenty first birthday of King Alfonso is marked by fresh festivites and joyous public displays as the nation honors the heir who has reigned for three years. Crowds cheer from balconies as deputations offer congratulatory addresses and decorations fill public spaces.
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