26 Nov 1898
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1898
Page
1
A quaint classified ad markets table syrup at per gallon and mince meat at four packs for 25e. The notice cheekily claims the advertiser never tells buyers they are out when they visit, urging readers to check the ads.
A 1808 forecast notes a storm wave crossing the continent from Nov 27 to Dec 3 with cold to warm shifts through the first days of December. It predicts a major winter pattern update and graphic January forecasts, warning of blizzard by early December and cooler trends into Dec 2.
The bulletin outlines a winter storm from Nov 24 to 28 crossing the continent, with a shift to colder weather and snow. It predicts a path near Chicago to the Carolina coast, with cold waves lasting into December and early January. Temperature expected below normal east of the Rockies, above normal on the Pacific slope, and widespread precipitation.
Grain O is advertised as a grain based drink that looks and tastes like coffee but does not stimulate. It claims to nourish, cheer, and feed, suitable for nervous persons, youth, and children, with 15 and 25 cent packages available from grocers.
Winter excursion tickets begin October 15 for principal Southern resorts including Asheville Hot Springs N Y and Florida points. 16 days stopovers allowed with return valid until May 31 1899. Southern Railway offers maps schedules and rates. Contacts Win H Tayloe assistant general pass agent Louisville C A Baird traveling pass agent Louisville J C Beam northwestern pass agent Chicago. 10 24 12 31
Dr. D B Salmon reports meat inspection operated in 135 abattoirs and 35 cities in the year end June 30 1898. Over 61 million animals were inspected before slaughter with 63 662 carcasses rejected and 48 189 parts condemned. Stamps affixed to 14 683 780 packages. 374 131 contained microscopically examined pork. Also notes tuberculosis studies and dipping cattle to destroy Texas fever ticks. Findings urge funding to expand foreign dairy markets and export certification for butter cheese and condensed milk. German toys found poisonous and dangerous to children under painting and chipped parts.
Samuel Gompers writes President McKinley outlining labor friendly laws. He proposes an eight hour day for all government work and direct government employment where feasible, plus federal regulation of interstate commerce to curb convict labor, immigration limits, and curbs on judicial injunctions. He cites jurists to support his stance.
Anniston Alabama November 26. Quieted after Thursday night rioting six to eight white enlisted men wounded and several others hurt. The dead include Private and Cap erton Third Alabama and William Bowie Third Alabama. Whites wounded include Private Gildbait Second Arkansas Sergeant Frank Dodson Third Tennessee and Private Graham Third Tennessee. Also Private Will Bisson Fourth Kentucky wounded. Complimentary Dinner To Schley in New York Brooklyn club honored Rear Admiral Schley with cheers and a speech recounting the destruction of Cervera's fleet.
Exowzton Bros Bankers announce sale of Prudent Investment Co bonds from St Paul dated September 1 1898. Five year term with six percent interest semiannually. Bonds sold in 100 or 500 increments at two percent premium, net about five and a half percent. Bonds collateralized by tax certificates held as security. Par buyback and total issue up to 75000.
To California. Attention is called to the excellent service of the North Western Line to California and the favorable rates which have been made for single and round trip tickets for this season's travel. Best accommodations in first class or tourist sleeping cars, which run through every day in the year. Personally conducted tourist parties every week to California and Oregon. Choice of a large number of different routes without extra charge. Particulars cheerfully given upon application to agents Chicago & North-Western Py, or connecting lines, Lltdwett-1
The C M St P announces home seekers tickets to western points at about one fare for the round trip on November 15 December 6 and December 20. Travelers are urged to secure these cheap rates before starting their journey.
The Hot Springs in the Black Hills of South Dakota boast proven medicinal properties for rheumatism neuralgia and related ailments. First class hotel accommodations and baths. Tourists tickets on sale daily. Full information available by applying to ticket agents C N W R'y.
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