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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1898
Page
1
An advertisement touts Red Cedar Shingles as the best on the market and promises very low prices. It notes White Cedar and White Pine options and claims access to the entire output of a large Michigan mill. The copy urges prompt purchase and asserts strict manufacturing standards.
The ad states the store provides the very best from world markets, focusing on freshness and fair prices. It highlights Comp'd Ext. Sarsaparilla as in demand, with a guarantee or money-back offer.
The report states Admiral Schley pursued Cervera's fleet as it attempted to sail from Santiago de Cuba. Spanish ships were driven back into the harbor under heavy pressure, with the fleet narrowly escaping destruction.
Washington May 31 Special. The army and navy are energised as preparations for invasion proceed. Officials expect a base at Jacksonville with Santiago de Cuba as the first objective and a rapid move on Porto Rico. Lt. Col. Rowand and S. Straus join the Cuban mission, while Key West expedition may split to support Sampson. The administration vows vigorous pursuit of both targets.
St. Louis dispatch reports Gov. Stephens proposes Wm Jennings Bryan of Nebraska for command of a Missouri regiment explaining he cannot lead a regiment from his own state. The offer was dated May 31 from Jefferson City Missouri. The note frames the unusual cross state assignment in a political context.
The disabled cruiser Columbia will probably not leave the dock for at least ten days, New York report indicates. The vessel, awaiting repairs, delays plans and affects naval movements.
Springfield May 31 Special Word from the war department says an officer from the regular army will be detailed to direct recruiting in Illinois. The officer will oversee field work up to 106 men per company under regular army rules. The war department estimates the needed increase at 2,600 men.
May 31 Special. An important move by the American fleet is expected soon and it is believed Schley plans to attack the Spanish squadron in the harbor. The report predicts decisive action in the forthcoming operations between the forces.
Indications show eight regiments of infantry, including the First Michigan, First Ohio, 167th, and Third Pennsylvania, are being pushed to start for Tampa within forty eight hours. The First Mindsy unit is listed among those scheduled to depart tonight.
London markets show heightened activity with reports of a run and semi panic. Large orders are expected as investors turn to British assets while Spain sees heavy daily peseta turnover, signaling shifting currency demand.
A Florida steamer arrived in Key West in May 1881 after a voyage from Cuba. The vessel carried troops and ammunition for a significant expedition, signaling a notable military operation involving American forces.
In a condensed wartime update it notes heavier guns being deployed at forts and batteries while cannons and torpedo boat defects delay Canara’s fleet. Separately, Chicago businessmen scout a Freeport site to establish a groceries and establish construction plans for a new building.
An AD 4 at ORAVY in east Freeport hosts daily shows this week. The event is praised as worthy of liberal patronage. Open street cars run on schedule every fifteen minutes from the junction as Manager Lerch works to improve service and satisfy the public.
The will of the late Henry Borchers leaves $500 to his daughter Henrietta and provides that his wife may use the remaining property during her lifetime, after which it is to be divided among his three sons Henry Charles and Herman.
James L Koplin a veteran Chicago and Northwestern railroad engineer died Sunday evening after 7 o clock He served the company 88 years retiring three years ago He was born January 28 1881 in Colemans Lancaster County Pennsylvania He began on an eastern railroad at 15 then farmed before joining the Northwest ern at Kayport later moving to Rockford He opened a grocery then retired He married Rebecca Cooper September 12 1850 they had two children C C Koplin and Mrs Will Barbour Barbour died 1889 Survived by wife son four grandchildren and one great grandchild Funeral tomorrow afternoon at their residence 510 Pere son Street with Rev Ikky Marniloe conducting.
An advertisement notes 7 percent IRIS now in bloom with 1,500 plants. Flowers priced at 25 cents per 15. Claims elegance for decoration. From MO. M. WISE, Nurseryman and Florist. 5-28d1lwp
A fragmentary page mentions a Ladies Aid meeting at Mortal Lutheran church on Wednesday, a local student orator selection, a child’s death from pneumonia, and scattered advert snippets about Rocky Mountain news, smuggler stories, a Germania show, and cinema listings with prices.
The column notes Mrs. Albert Barnes is ill with measles and Mrs. Richard Schroeder is improving after a recent hospital operation. C Donohue of Pleasant Valley was operated on at the hospital this morning by Drs Caldwell and Stealy. he fractured his hip a year ago and his lower limbs have been paralyzed since. He hopes the operation will restore use of his limbs.
The advertisement promotes Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best salve for oats, bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever sores, tetter, chapped hands, chilblains, corns and all skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. It claims to cure piles and is priced at 25 cents per box, sold by Emmert & Burre.
A brief newspaper ad promises limited time offers with suits priced at 22 dollars and a general sale for 30 dollars. The notice emphasizes a short duration and value-driven promotions.
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