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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1900
Page
8
May 24 Martha Washington Corrison K of G social. May 26 Democratic county convention. May 28 Columbian Novelty Concert at Cer Mania hall under Sons of Veterans. June 20 Eminent Ladies picnic at Sciota Mills.
H W Bolender announces his candidacy for Circuit Clerk of Stephenson County subject to the Republican County Convention. He pledges faithful service and asks for Republican support, noting a prior nomination four years ago and the county’s practice of renomination. W H Crozter of Lena also announces candidacy for Circuit Clerk, under the same convention process, with a date in April.
L M Currier announces candidacy for coroner of Stephenson County for a further term, subject to the Republican county convention. He thanks the party for past nomination and solicits support from friends and the entire party at upcoming primaries. Coroner.
The coroner’s jury ruled Henry Termohlen died from a skull fracture of unknown cause. New evidence suggests he was on a Rockford Northwestern passenger train not a solid vestibuled car, possibly falling from the platform between cars while waiting to exit near St Paul crossing.
Judge Wingert presided Tuesday in county court over a case originating in Freeport. The dispute centers on a note held by Matt Harnish and later reassigned, with L. H. Burrell assisting Renner & Smith for the claimant. The estate, represented by J.S. Miles as administrator, is defended by Attorney Hoffman.
The next Y P C T U gathering meets Friday evening June 1 at the Y M C A auditorium. Rev A Judson Kempton will speak to the audience on The Liquor Traffic of the U S in its Relation to Law and Politics. The eloquent young Mr Carroll is noted as pastor and speaker.
Tomorrow the Excelsior lodge of Masons will confer the third degree on six candidates starting at 2 PM, continuing late into the night and closing with a banquet at the Palm cafe.
A group from Freeport traveled to Dixon for the annual reunion of the Thirteenth Illinois volunteers, one of the first regiments organized for the Civil War. The unit formed in May 1861 and served honorably defending the flag.
The Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary society of Memorial Lutheran church will hold a public meeting this evening at 7 15. Readings by society members and recitations and songs by the children will be featured in the program.
Regular monthly meeting of the Epworth league at the First M E Church was held last evening. Rain caused small attendance and a very brief program.
The funeral for the late Mrs Ange lina Koebler of Mechanic street will take place tomorrow at 9 30 AM from St Josephs Catholic church with Rev Fr Kalvelage presiding. Also listed are Barteld Brauer Freeport Anna Schmacke Freeport Henry Hoefer Centennial and Lacey Kampner Freeport with ages noted.
The Saengerbund will hold a rehearsal tonight instead of tomorrow due to a Grand Theatre play by the Shakespeare Society.
The Fraternal Army of America conducted its regular meeting last evening, with members reporting on organizational affairs and upcoming activities. Attendees included core officers and active participants from local chapters.
A compact historical reflection on the long, bitter struggle for women's rights and coeducation in the United States. The piece credits pioneering women with breaking barriers despite opposition from scientists clergy and public opinion, noting sixty years of relentless agitation and leadership by brave individuals toward equal rights.
A promotional claim extols a scientific breakfast using Grape-Nuts and Postum Cereal Coffee to prevent diseases and boost vigor. It explains digestion benefits, brain nourishment, and links proper food to vitality, citing the Potash phosphate content and the Battle Creek producers.
Sunday workmen will transfer the wires of the Western Union telegraph company to the building occupied by the American Express company, where the local office of the telegraph company will be located on and after next Monday.
Daniel Markel sold a house and lot in Coltman’s addition to Adam Markel for 1375 dollars. Isabel Spratler sold a house and lot in Purinton’s second addition to Albert G. Irick for 1500 dollars.
Mrs J B Hunt of Lime Bridge Wisconsin faced fatal stomach trouble and yellow jaundice as gall stones worsened. A doctor warned there was only one chance to save her life through an operation. After using Electric Bitters she was wholly cured, restoring stomach liver and kidney health. The remedy, 50 cents, is sold by Jos Emmert, druggist.
M M Carpenter will disappear from the West State street shop after an 80 day sale ending his long run since 1871. Roger, formerly of Coleta, buys Joseph Korns farm north of the city, hauling 14,000 feet of lumber on five wagons with a traction engine along Palmyra road. A farmer near Lanark reports a hen with adopted kittens, and Rev George Sahlin of Sycamore sees his Illinois state song chosen for the Y P C U national convention in Atlanta. An eagle captured near Tippel farm is being tamed, kept in a large cage, and fed fish, threatening local fish supplies.
A brisk promotional note urges reading about Rocky Mountain Tea to bloom at sixty, asserting age is not a barrier to improvement. It counsels Maud and Jos to embrace aging with a positive outlook and practical remedies.
The piece notes a strong spring for planting and rising demand for seeds and climber vines. Flowers are farther along due to few cold rains, with Memorial Day outlook bright. It mentions care of potted plants at home, sickness in plants sent to florists, and cautions about a product claimed as Rocky Mountain Tea.
An important meeting of the Winneshiek Tribe of Red Men is scheduled for this evening. Members are urged to attend as discussions cover tribal matters and community activities.
An ad touts Backlen's Amica Salve as a quick pain killer and healer for cyclists and riders. It claims to cure chafing burns ulcers lips and piles, and guarantees results at 50 cents, sold by Jos Emmert druggist.
A patent medicine advertisement touts Dr King s New Life Pills to improve stomach and liver action for a so called keen brain and high ambition. Sold for 256 cents by Jos Emmert druggist. Also promotes custom tailored suits at 8 26 offered by John S Flarister The Up-to-Date Merchant Tailor as a daily bargain.
A catalog of low price grocery items including Mohawk soap at 25c for 10 bars, Red steak salmon 124c per can, catsup 10c per 1lb5cc bottle, parlor matches 15c for 10c, table salt 5c sack for 2c, California prunes 6c per lb, apples gallon can 25c, Favorite flour 75c per sack, Belmont flour 65c per sack, cigars 50 for 60c, French mustard 10c bottle 5c, grated pineapple 3-lb can 10c, Butterine 2-lb bricks 14c per lb, Bartlett pears 3-lb can 123c, White Star flour 85c per sack.
A display of magnificent white waists featuring all over lace and embroidery, lace and tuck inserts, new sleeves, laundred cuffs, hematitched effects, and clusters of tucks. Prices range from $1.00 to $4.00.
Misses' percale shirt waists offered in 10 12 14 and 16 year sizes priced at 50 75 and 1.00 dollars. Also Misses' white waists with embroidery trim available at 79 cents.
Make your selection of shirt waists here for best fitting waists in the county. Shop features a range of sizes and styles to suit every figure, with emphasis on proper fit and quality fabric.
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