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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1908
Page
5
The Associated Press reports from Chicago that Illinois will be generally fair tonight and Saturday with cooler temperatures. Iowa and Wisconsin face probable snow flurries tonight or Saturday.
Peking reports indicate the Emperor died at 4 PM with no official confirmation by 6 PM. Edicts named Prince Ghun regent and Fu Wei heir presumptive. Washington notes Rockhill cables that the emperor was dying and the dowager empress also ill.
Washington official statement clarifies that Roosevelt has no concern with Outlook's stockholders. He emphasizes responsibility only for his own writings and the paper's general policy remains admirable in every respect.
Pittsburg reports a residence in Fast Alliance Ohio burned early today. J H Wampfler, a drayman, was badly burned as his four children perished in the blaze.
Closing board quotes show Dec wheat at 10314, Dec corn at 6234, Dec oats 494 lower, Jan pork 1697, Jan bird 910, Jan ribs 835 to 837. At Union Stock Yards cattle 3,500 weak with bees 340 to 760, horses 26,000 lower, sheep 14,000 weak to 10 lower, ranges listed for various classes.
William C. Woods a brakeman on the Illinois Central was severely cut on his right thumb at work near Colvin Park and will be out for a few days. Charles Pontius was struck in the left eye by flying metal pieces. the harm was not serious and the pieces were removed.
Sunday feature at the Prey Cafe offers fresh oysters daily and a special dinner selection. Local readers are invited to enjoy steamed, fried, or raw oyster options and related seafood dishes.
The Milwaukee Road may move its shops back to Freeport restoring it as a division point to avoid rest breaks for freight crews. Superintendent Morrison visited Freeport and indicated the plan is likely, detailing economic boosts including jobs, shop payroll about 30,000 dollars monthly and a housing boom in East Freeport.
Yesterday officials and assistants studied freight and passenger depots and surrounding grounds. They hinted at two new depots and track rearrangement in a proposed improvement while avoiding official confirmation. Some discussion mentions moving the shops back to Freeport, with nonofficial grounds suggesting it as a possibility.
At a meeting the Freeport Business Men's association board allocated 100 dollars for general publicity signs near railroads. The session reviewed finances, accepted several membership applications, and heard O T Smith of Freeport Dixon Railway discuss a new electric line to Dixon. Secretary Coons announced his resignation effective the 21st. next steps on a new secretary were deferred to next week.
The YMCA and Sociological Bible club adjust meeting time from 4 PM to 3 PM to improve productivity. The Sunday session will feature Mr T W Davis presenting The effects on the Home by Woman in Industry, aiming for strong turnout at the Baptist church.
The Freeport Woman's club will host Rev. W. H. Beynon of the Baptist church tomorrow afternoon to discuss The Woman Wage Earner as a Social Factor. He will compare the number and wages of women, effects on worker and home, and how law views women workers, promising a well-attended event.
The funeral for Henry Voss was held this afternoon from the family residence at 260 Liberty Street. Rev H M Markley of the Second Presbyterian Church officiated with the John A Davis Post G A R in charge. Interment followed at the city cemetery.
A group of Rockford High School instructors visited the city to tour the English and history departments at the local high school. Their trip aims to exchange ideas and observe classrooms for potential collaboration.
Sunday dinner on November 4 1908 features Chicken Bouillon Vermicello Soup Baked Young Turkey with Dressing Brown Mashed or Baked Potatoes Creamed Lettuce Corn Patties Cranberry Sauce Apple Lettuce or Hot Mince Pie Reserve seats early.
Fresh pork sausage offered at 10 cents a pound at the Sausage Factory. Emerick Barret Co Jewelers advertises diamonds now at 08 Stephenson St Klisdln with emphasis on in store selection.
Notice from F. R. Rice & Co offering to buy all kinds of poultry, hides, and pelts at the highest market price. Located at 188-140 Galena St Killdiw.
Harriet M. Burbank is a piano teacher with a studio at 36 Grove Street. The notice lists her profession and studio address, indicating ongoing instruction services beginning September 22.
Sterling Gazette reports a desperation tale of evangelist Billy Williams and his wife planning death by their own hands due to poverty and failed support for his freeport meetings. Williams, once famed on stage, sought aid from local ministers but found none, while a rescuer arrived as visitors knocked and saved the family from a fatal end.
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