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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1908
Page
1
Partly cloudy tonight and Sunday with probable showers in southern and central Illinois. Iowa expects showers tonight and Sunday. Wisconsin forecasts fair conditions tonight and Sunday with little temperature change.
The Presbyterian general assembly received the boards report showing 1,067 venes 436 ministers 6550 widows 40 orphan families 14 women missionaries 20 Merriam House guests and 7 Thorn ton Home guests on the rolls for the year ending March 31 1908. Receipts from all sources totaled 374024 the largest outside the Centennial year and the emergency fund balance stood at 37828.
The Morrell airship, 400 feet long, burst at about 200 feet during an ascent at Berkeley. Sixteen men fell to the ground. none killed but several seriously injured. Thousands watched as women fainted during the spectacle.
Associated Press reports Baltimore May 23 no election on eighth or ninth ballot for bishops at the Methodist Episcopal general conference. Leaders named include Lewis Quayle and stunts, with ongoing delayed selection.
New York May 20 securities markets fell sharply as selling swept through most stocks. Traders cited the government’s antitrust lawsuit against the New Haven Railroad as the primary motive for the broad downturn, marking the weakest session since last fall’s panic.
Secretary Taft will arrive in Cleveland from Nashville to witness the unveiling of the M. A. Hanna monument. John W. Griggs and Warren S. Stone will deliver addresses at the event.
Immigration authorities report a renewed homeward flow of foreigners with European steamers carrying 10,400 aliens as steerage passengers in the last four days. Since October nearly half a million laborers have departed and no immediate let up is expected.
Leipsic May 23 The supreme court set aside the lower court verdict finding Maxi millien Harden Berlin editor guilty of libelling Count Von Moltke and ordered the case to be retried.
The House approved the conference report on the omnibus pension claims bill, authorizing pensions for several hundred individuals. The action was reported from Washington on May 23 by Associated Press.
Miss Amelia Baumgarten of Freeport married Sylvester McCullough of Raleigh North Carolina in Chicago. The couple met years ago through social circles then eloped with both families surprised. McCullough, now Raleigh Electrical manager, plans to reside in Raleigh after visiting Dubuque.
The prominent Freeport couple Jerome J Rosenstiel and Luella Ik Byers celebrate their silver wedding anniversary. Married May 23 1883 at Naperville, they have since spent most of their lives in Freeport. They will host friends from Naperville and Chicago this evening as well wishers congratulate the pair.
The lawn party and social at the Embury church parsonage drew a large crowd and was deemed a grand success. A musical program featured piano and cornet duets by Iva Dodds and G R Weir, vocal duets by Janette Engle and S S Smith, Dodds and Wareham, Elta and Flora Moore, plus a piano solo by Wilma Stevenson. Ice cream and cake were served afterward.
Mrs John Andre and Frank Mogle each won $5 at the Bijou theatre last evening. About 1800 oranges were distributed after the lucky paper folded in an orange. The same plan will recur next Friday with souvenirs for ladies next Tuesday and Wednesday dedicated to amateurs. Thursday night a $10 silverware prize will be awarded, with tickets distributed the first four days. Tomorrow three shows will feature motion pictures.
Illinois Daily Newspaper Association held its Champaign meeting May 18 to 20 with visits by Champaign Urbana residents and University authorities. Guests praised industrial education at Illinois, noted hospitality from Mr Harris and local business leaders, and mentioned Freeport ties to Champaign. Dean Burrill and Hazen Capron were highlighted among attendees. several students were listed. An address by Mr Bain of the Geological Survey was anticipated for a Freeport event in June.
Springfield DL May 24 The mayors' or revenue bills were defeated in the house today for lacking the constitutional majority. The legislature adjourned sine die at noon.
Frank Stewart, loaded and unable to move, fell into the ditches with Officer Rummelhagen. The officer tried to send him home, Stewart resisted and fought back. He received injuries, will bear marks for days, and was subdued with a choke after arriving at the station. he grew quiet afterward.
J. J. Shaffer of Rock Grove township announces candidacy for the Republican nomination in the twelfth district covering Stephenson Jo Daviess and Carroll counties. A life long Republican, he is described as a wheel horse of the party.
George W. Broihhausen a Freeport general agent for Franklin Life Insurance paid 1000 to Ananias Baumgardner administrator of Catherine Folate estate in settlement of the policy held by the decedent in the Franklin Life Insurance Company.
Charles Wagner formerly of this city has been arrested in Janesville on a complaint by his father-in-law accusing him of stealing 23 dollars. He will be brought back to Freeport this evening.
James Kennedy, arrested previously for selling liquor to minors, faced a county court trial this afternoon and indicated he would plead guilty when the case was continued.
Joan F. Oswalt and Emma A. Grant both of Monroe were married in Freeport today by Judge A. J. Clarity.
The Culture club closed its work for the year with a banquet last evening at Clifton cottage.
Marriage license notice lists John F. Oswalt of Monroe and Emma A. Grant as the couple applying to wed. The record records their intent and names, reflecting a local civil filing for marriage.
Officer William Figeley is ready to collect dog tax. All dog owners should have funds ready when he calls. Ramp dogs and worthless cars should be brought to the police station or leave word for Mr. Figeley so proper disposition can be made.
Harlem park in Rockford opens today featuring a band concert and a free vaudeville show scheduled tomorrow at the auditorium. Round trip rates apply for ascents on the Rockford Interurban service today and Sunday.
Madam Brunswick invites former clients to visit at 30 Chicago Street this Monday to reconnect and discuss past business. The notice notes a friendly cordial gathering and welcomes attendees.
A special showing of white hats suitable for graduates will be held at Miss Summers mid summer millinery opening on May 26 and 27.
Notice that the annual meeting of Union Loan & Building Association stockholders will be held on Monday in June at 7:30 p.m. at the office. Directors will be elected and other business presented. Secretary E Mayer signs the notice.
Former Illinois governor Richard Yates declares his separation from Governor Charles S. Deneen, arguing the current machine is one of sham and pretense as he campaigns for a second Republican nomination. He addressed a Grand Opera House audience Friday night stressing publicity of party matters.
Former Governor Yates spoke at the Opera House in Freeport to a filled lower hall and partial gallery, urging Republican unity while contrasting Democratic prospects. He arrived from Polo and was escorted by local Republicans including H. Burrell, W. Brady, and J. Staffer, with secretary H. Bancroft and W. Childs of the Chicago Inter Ocean.
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