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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1907
Page
5
Petition prepared for Friday presentation to Judge Landis asks authority for Receiver John C. Hately to sell the Dowie estate without delay due to continuing deterioration and disorganization. Zion reorganization plans may threaten Volivia.
Canton Ohio May 29 A rumor from Cleveland claimed Michael Czolgose brother of the Mc Kinley assassin was in Canton. Local police and secret service officials discredit the report but police remain on alert and will take no chances in safeguarding President Roosevelt.
The body of Ida Saxton McKinley lies beside President McKinley in Westlawn cemetery after a brief funeral at the McKinley home in Canton. President Roosevelt Vice President Fairbanks Governor Harris and state officials attend as business in Canton halts. Four songs from the president’s funeral are repeated at the service before the body awaits the mausoleum’s completion in September.
Frank W. Hill, former secretary to EB Harriman, pleaded guilty to a penal code violation. At Harriman's request, the judge suspended the sentence in the case linked to the famous Sidney Webster letter.
Louisville Ky Vice President Buckalew of the International Association of Machinists ordered an immediate strike of machinists on the entire Louisville and Nashville railroad system.
The steamer Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse, which ran aground in the lower bay last night, was floated this morning with no apparent damage. The report comes from the Associated Press in New York dated May 29.
Jere Shaffer of Rock Grove travels from Freeport to Martintown to meet Frank Tyler who considers erecting a round barn. Shaffer has built several round barns and holds contracts for eight more this year. Tomorrow marks his fiftieth birthday after a career shift from farming and teaching to contracting.
Chicago notes probable showers tonight and Thursday. The sun rose at 4 26 a m and will set at 7 20 p m as the day begins and ends.
Closing board of trade quotes show July wheat at 98 to 99. Wheat and corn futures listed as July oats 4sly. July pork 16.37, ribs 9.20, lard 8.32. Union Stock Yards cattle 16,000 with beef prices 4.45 to 6.55. hogs 26,000 steady with various classes. sheep 22,000 down to 4.25 as low.
Coroner Peck has two letters seeking the identity of the man found dead Sunday morning east of town. John I Wilde of Williams Town suspects the deceased may be his father in law and sent a photograph that does not match. Mrs P W Zimmerman of Tonica asks if the man had a hair lip and offers no stated relation to him.
Defense attorneys file motion for change of venue arguing Judge Farrand would be prejudiced. Four affidavits from Homer Shons Albert F Lichtenberger Jacob Weiss and James Rezner claim bias in the upcoming trial term.
The Knights of Columbus host a card and dancing party this evening at the Masonic temple for members and invited guests. Committees have prepared elaborate plans and attendees are assured an evening of pleasure.
Rev. Fr. Kettenhoffen, ordained last week, will celebrate his first mass Thursday morning at St. Josephs church. An evening reception will follow at the church parsonage.
Real estate transfers listed: Robert G. Frick to James Peck in Meyers' addition lot 4 block 2 for $1.50. John H. Brockmeier to Daniel C. Stover in Arcade addition lot 11 block 6 for $200.
Stockholders will gather Monday evening for the annual meeting of the Union Loan and Building Association to elect directors and conduct routine business.
Golden Brown tan oxford shoes for ladies offered in web sales at $3.00. KE lists DoD AL special prices on children’s wear and wool jackets. Huss and Kinley, a Widtt.
F Chas Donahue, ill and under treatment at St Francis hospital, is resting easily and expects to sit up within a few days.
A Grand theater night featuring Humpty Dumpty was criticized for its amateurish performance aside from the special ties.
Frank Irwin of Kent is in the city today. Mrs. C A Newell of Chicago visits her daughter Mrs W H H Ford. Mrs E Richard and daughter Grave depart for Akron Onnie for a few weeks of visiting.
Local ad announces special sale prices on ladies' suits at Hussy and Hinley’s store. Limited stock and price reductions aim to attract shoppers.
Beautiful mid-summer hats showcased at Summers at 108% Stephenson Street on Wednesday May 29. The event highlights seasonal headwear and local shop display.
Readable text shows promotional notice for children's coats offered at special prices by Huss and Head with emphasis on savings and limited stock. The fragment suggests a local sale event likely in a newspaper brief.
Decoration day services will suspend business tomorrow afternoon in Freeport. A parade forms at 1 30 pm led by marshals Capt Henry Burrell Capt Daniel Bougye and Capt Wm I Brady with bands and veterans groups. Cemetery program includes prayer address decorating graves and Gettysburg address. Weather calls for showers. if rain, speaking moves to the courthouse circuit court room.
The First Presbyterian chorus, choir and orchestra stage The Daughter of Jairus by Stainer tonight. A full, trained ensemble with organ accompaniment promises a powerful, educationally valuable performance that respects the work’s connected narrative and emotional range.
Highland park becomes the mecca for Decoration Day visitors with attractions open all day. After afternoon exercises many plan to enjoy vaudeville amusements and rides such as the Figure Eight and merry-go-round. The band plays tomorrow night and across weekend evenings.
Advertisement notes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea claims to prevent constipation and kidney troubles and aid digestion. Priced at 85 cents, available as tea or tablets from Joseph Emmert.
The annual meeting of stockholders will be held Monday June 4, 1907 at 7:00 p.m. at its office to elect directors and conduct other business. Secretary Mayer signs the notice.
A grounding of the trolley at Taylor's Park and a threatened general tieup disrupted Freeport Street Railway operations. The manager met workers, clarifying that a disputed resignation by Baumgarten triggered unrest led by Kendall. Most crews returned to work, but a full system shutdown remained possible tonight.
The interurban line halted after barb wire grounded a trolley last night at the Freeport barn. Agent Neese traced the fault when power at the Liberty street switch burned the wire freefalling to the ground. A penitentiary offense, authorities seek the guilty party.
Deputy Stewart arrested Bert McDonald who was wanted in Freeport Ohio on jail breaking and rape charges. McDonald was awaiting trial when he and an accomplice fled. Freeport sheriff plans to arrive tomorrow night to take custody.
Oxford shoes for ladies have arrived at the Ek store in QW with price listed at 5.00 each. Customers are invited to inspect the new stock and place orders.
Local shoppers report a surge in new skirts from Hus W Krinley lines, with brisk interest and mixed opinions on price and fit as retailers note stocking challenges and demand from women shoppers.
John Bauscher Jr announces early orders for roses and carnations for Decoration Day with cut flowers priced at the old rate to keep them affordable. Both phones listed for Chicago Street shop. customers urged to act now.
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