25 May 1905
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1905
Page
1
Dr G G Green explains early symptoms of consumption and urges using Boschee's German Syrup to treat it. The ad claims the syrup cures lung trouble in early and deep-seated cases, with trial bottles 25 cents and regular 75 cents, sold by Jos Emmert and W F Jungkunz.
Reports from Chicago to Governor Denver indicate a tense stand off as the governor cancels a trip to Thebes for the opening of a new bridge over the Mississippi. Employers press for unconditional surrender while express firms keep goods moving under protection. Lumber drivers strike accelerates, forcing most yards and mills to halt operations. police and deputies prepared for rapid mobilization in case of unrest.
Attorney Levy Mayer argues further conferences useless and brands claims of boycott as false. He says drivers’ unions, led by Bernard Julligan and Donahue, threaten lawful contracts and wage protections while the Employers’ Association seeks contempt charges for refusal to answer court questions. Witness Buckminster testifies mob violence and bar damage during the strike, with police recourse questioned.
Article claims chest pains bronchitis and cold signs on the lungs can be quickly relieved and cured by a treatment. It presents a quick remedy promising relief though details and sources are not provided. Readers are urged to consider the remedy despite lacking verification or medical guidance.
An investigation continues into the Monday shooting of S. Berry at his office entrance. A stranger aided by a local suspect is being considered. authorities note evidence pointing toward a motive, while no decisive link to the alleged church protest is established. The Cumberland Presbyterian assembly debates church union terms and Westminster Confession revisions without a doctrinal agreement.
May 25 26 reports from Manila Nagasaki St Petersburg describe an unconfirmed rumor that the Russian and Japanese fleets clashed south of Formosa with Japanese defeat claimed. Captains aboard ships share sightings and naval circles discuss movements around Korea and the Pacific.
Scores from league games across cities with teams like Philadelphia, Boston, Brooklyn, New York, Cleveland, Chicago, St Louis, Minneapolis, St Paul, Milwaukee, Omaha, Denver, and Sioux City. Highlights include Brooklyn beating New York and Chicago trailing Detroit. Multiple results across leagues and associations are listed.
Secretary of War Taft served as temporary chair at the state Republican convention. His speech praised Roosevelt and urged tariff reform, Philippines rate cuts, and a strong navy. The session focused on routine preliminary business and the state central committee was announced before adjournment.
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