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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1900
Page
4
A censored fragment from Freeport Illinois shows postal matter entered at the Freeport post office with dated May 30 indicating a mail status or notice. The readable text references the Freeport Daily Journal and postal handling terms.
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The Illinois Republican convention reaffirms the 1860s platform, praising McKinley era progress. It credits Republican policy for restored commerce and currency stability, Cuban liberty, and overseas possessions. It endorses Tanner, Cullom, Illinois reps, and urges delegation to support McKinley for president.
A Newburg area farmer encountered three full grown gray wolves while walking home through open timber last Saturday evening. After a tense standoff the wolves retreated into the woods and the startled man sprinted toward a nearby settlement.
A ball game is in progress at Taylors Park this afternoon. Local spectators gather as players compete in the game stretching into the afternoon hours.
Social notes report the Beefsteak and Onion club members will enjoy hospitality provided by Miss Jeasie Snyder this evening in a local gathering reflecting the era's club culture.
Memorial day at Freeport City Cemetery observed with a Grand Army of the Republic ceremony led by John A. Davis and W. J. McKim posts. Dr. R. G. Vanhorne delivered an eloquent address praising Union soldiers, patriotism, and national unity, with parades, wreaths, and tributes by local organizations.
Memorial day was fittingly observed at Shannon Illinois with a parade and a fine address by Rev Father DuFour of Freeport. Exercises were in charge of Col Holden Putnam Post G. A. R. and the community participated in the event.
Special correspondents report preliminary census estimates across Illinois counties and major towns. Selections show gains from 4 to 25 percent in many counties, with Effingham and Gallatin showing local losses. Notable changes include Winnebago Rockford and Jo Daviess area figures, and Belvidere, Savanna, and Mt. Carroll population notes.
A Shannon readers heard a Catholic priest give a Memorial Day address, praised for its novel approach and eloquence. He spoke of the diverse crowd and the nation’s banner, flowers, and prayers as symbols of tribute to fallen soldiers, noting Memorial Day’s nationwide observance. Continued from page four.
John Effert to have front of grocery painted. Robert Glaw named clerk inTrain Master Linton's office. Wm Issenhuth moves office from Fry block to Weishar building in room once used by Dr Sheetz. Wm Hartman a brakeman on the C M St P road injured by culvert in Arcade addition. hospitalized after accident on No 62.
Church socials held last evening at the home of Rev Messer Schmidt and Miss Bessie Piper were well attended. The Young Men's Union of the Lutheran church hosted a social at Miss Piper’s Jefferson street home with a program and refreshments, and all enjoyed themselves.
Palmer's scenic production of Ten Nights in a Barroom plays at the Grand Opera House Friday June 1. Pricing is 10 20 and 30 cents. The temperance value of the play is praised by reformer John B Gough and urged for all parents to take their children.
General laundry service announces first class work with prompt pickup and delivery. Public patronage invited. Office located under First National Bank at 629d Ing Geo. G McCarry says he will personally supervise and ensure only first class work leaves the laundry.
Morning passengers include Will Ruble to Monroe and Dr J F Fair to city. L L Munn and John Rotzler travel to Chicago and Cedarville respectively. Roy Becker of Rockford visits with parents, Ida Roland returns from Polo, and Mrs Chas Josh guests in Madison. Local visitors include Schmeltze at Pecatonica and Dr David Bokhof from Lansing.
Firefighters answered 11 o clock alarm at 163 Pleasant street to a blaze that consumed a barn and an adjoining one at Henry Witte’s. Miss Brinkman’s back porch scorched. origin unknown though two boys seen near the barns earlier. Loss estimated at 1400 with no insurance. horses saved. buggy harness hay destroyed. Earlier, a 9:30 call to James Moore on Carroll street reported a gasoline can explosion and a small fire extinguished on arrival.
The John Newman creamery in Milledgeville burned Tuesday morning around 10 30. The fire started between the boiler room and the separator with the roof fully ablaze before discovery. The structure valued at about 600 dollars was a total loss. The new engine and other machinery suffered heavy damage. Rebuilding is believed likely.
The Grace Episcopal church guild hosts a progressive euchre party for ladies and gentlemen next Monday night at the home of Miss Bessie Gund.
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