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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1908
Page
6
Helping His Word and A Jolly Banter at Dinner
A playful exchange unfolds at a fashionable restaurant as Mrs Fogarty cautions against ordering Irish stew. Mr Fogarty agrees, then jokes about choosing between Hibernian suet or Celtic goulash, prompting a humorous cue from Puck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Fogarty
Mike
Mr. Fogarty
Puck
Modern Romance Dialogue From The St Louis Republic
A romantic exchange unfolds as a doorbell rings with a practical friend probing the fiance about his “ging.” The quick witty reply confirms the latest in the scene, capturing a light, playful tone from St Louis Republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Republic
Master's Sale Public Notice in Stephenson County
Public sale under a Stephenson County Circuit Court decree to settle a chancery matter involving Lane Mulvaney Burns and McDermott families. The master will auction the south half of lot 6 in block 18 Adams Street Freeport on June 2, 1908, with cash payment required and a deposit at sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Stephenson County
Mitneis
Michael Lane
Anna Lane
Mary Mulvaney
John Mulvaney
Ellen Burns
Joseph Burns
Julia Sullivan
Catherine Lonergan
Thomas Lonergan
Margaret Henry
Hannah Andrews
James Andrews
David Lane
Maury Dane
Bernard McDermott
Patrick McDermott
Peter McDermott
Michael MeDermott
Owen Me Dermott
Atlee MeDermott
Mathias Zimmerman
Oscrar R. Zipf
Mary J. Dane
Bernard MeDermott
Cross Dil
Wellain
Freeport
Adams Street
Lottin
Cty
Stephenson
Linois
Freeport, Olinois, May 6Th
A.D
1908
Spring Winds Remedy Ad by Moogh and Guenther
An early 20th century style advertisement promotes Pinesalve Carbolized as a poultice for cuts sores burns and chapped skin. It lists sellers H J Moogh and C Pp Guenther and emphasizes seasonal wind effects on skin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. J. Moogh
C. Pp. Guenther
Burdett Tuner Orders at Brown & Dollmaeyer’s Orpheus
Local advert notes piano tuner F. J. Burdett placing orders at Brown and Dollmaeyer’s Orpheus shop. It also mentions Freeport planning a big celebration on July 1 and notes the Daily Journal delivery to part of the city for ten cents a week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. J. Burdett
Brown & Dollmaeyer
Orpheus
the Daily Journal
Build Poultry Houses With Care and Quality Materials
The article argues for sturdy beginnings in poultry house construction to avoid repeated repairs. It warns carpenters may use any wood, but damp seasons cause swelling and shrinking, creating cracks. Use well seasoned wood and planed boards to ensure durable, heat preserving structures.
Building a practical sliding door henhouse for easy cleanup
Detailed guidance on constructing a poultry house with smooth removable roosts nests and floors for easy cleaning. Describes a sliding door coop box design two to two and a half feet long and notes advantages of box and A shaped coops, with optional run and ventilation. Includes a farmer’s tip from a noted poultry raiser on durability and warmth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben
Mny
Caution in Feeding Alfalfa to Horses
Caution advised when feeding alfalfa to horses not accustomed to it. Like other concentrated feeds it stimulates bodily processes and can trigger digestive disorders. Noted mainly in urinary and perspiratory glands. J. 1, Graham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham
Not Suitable For Alfalfa Field Conditions
Advice notes alfalfa suitability by soil and moisture. Warns that fields likely to flood or saturate more than thirty six hours are unsuitable. Mentions hard pan subsoil within two feet as a factor. References Prance shipping $19,585 worth of alfalfa seed and U S buyers paying about ten cents a pound for French seed.
Deathbed quote echoes in Hobbes leap into the dark
The text records a deathbed remark attributed to Thomas Hobbes about his final voyage. It notes a possible source from Rabelais who allegedly said he was going to the great perhaps on his death. The snippet frames Hobbes's idea as likely inspired by Rabelais.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lobbes
Hobbes
Rabelais
ManZan Pile Remedy Ready to Use in Tube
An over the counter remedy called ManZan Pile Remedy comes in a collapsible tube with a nozzle. It promises one application, soothing healing, reducing inflammation and relieving soreness and itching. Brice 50c. Sold by H. J. Moogh and C. P.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. J. Moogh
C. P. Guenther
Cobb Demonstrates Feasibility of Running Bases
Baseball pioneer Ty Cobb and manager John McGraw advance a new baserunning style. Wagner of Pittsburgh aided the movement by exploiting misthrows. The method relies on a 50 yard throw, an 18 foot lead, and a fast slide to steal bases before fielders react.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tyrus’ Cobb
McGraw
New York
Wagner
Pittsburg
Cobb
Stovall Brothers Shine In National Baseball lineage
The Stovall brothers from Burlington, Iowa, all reach professional baseball. George, at first base for Cleveland, hits strongly and contributes to many runs. Jesse, a pitcher with major league roots, pitched a no run no hit game in the American Association. Sam, a right fielder for San Antonio, stars in the Texas league with over a dozen homers and solid defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delehanty
Frank
Joe
Tom
Willie
Tannehills
Jesse
Lee
Hemphills
Charley
Clarkes
Fred
Josh
Stovall Brothers
Burlington
George Stovall
Cleveland
Jesse Stovall
Detroit
Tigers
Louuisville
American Association
Louisville
Minneapolis
Sam Stovall
San Antonio
Major League Notes on Pitchers and Fielding Changes
Catchers watch first base more, turning out more putouts. Edie Collins can run 100 yards under 11 seconds. Giants back up Mathewson well. Connie Mack won’t coach from the lines or wear a uniform again. Camila of the Pirates shows strong pitching, four wins in six. Yankee faith in Griffith wavering while Glade stalls. Cy Young uses more curves this spring. Veteran players become bench managers across leagues. Matty Melaille remains a top outfielder. Davy Jones replaces injured outfielder for the Tigers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edie Collins
Columbia University
Athletics
Giants
Alanis
Mathewson
Connie Mack
Camilla
Pirates
Tie
Yankees
Griffith
Glade
Brown
Hughey Jennings
Detroit
McAleer
St. Louis
McGuire
Boston
New York
McGraw
Kelley
Donovan
Brooklyn
Matty Melaivie
Detroitder Se
Hackenschmidt in pads Spencer stories heavy backstop
The St. Louis catcher Spencer is dubbed the Hackenschmidt of baseball for his massive build and enormous strength. He is the Browns' leading catcher, noted for blocking runners easily while remaining agile and a capable base runner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencer
St. Louis
Hackenschidt
Hackenschmidt
Browns
Jack O’connor
Young Pitcher to Take Major League Lessons
William Chappelle of the Memphis team, a 24 year old with speed and curve, will be sent to Chicago for two weeks of instruction at major league expense to learn proper use of his pitching assets. Manager Babb oversees the plan, and Chappelle will observe from the grandstand to study opposing pitchers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Chappelle
Memphis
Babb
Chappelle
Chicago
Right to root for visiting team upheld in St. Louis
President Hedges of the Browns faced Fred Ketterer in court after a game disturbance. Ketterer testified he supported the Naps and was pelted with lemons, popcorn, and gum. He was arrested but Judge Pollard ruled it is not a crime to root for the opposing team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Hedges
Browns
Fred Ketterer
Ketterer
Naps
Pollard
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