28 Nov 1905
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1905
Page
1
A furious storm from seven last night brings a sixty mph hurricane to Superior Wisconsin with four to six foot snow drifts and all public utilities out. In Alpena Michigan a forty eight mph gale hits Lake Huron with shipping accidents reported including the Thompson line steamer City of Holland running aground near Rogers City.
Treasurer Randolph testified during the insurance investigation that Massachusetts and New York city bonds belonging to New York Life were deposited with the United States government for the First National Bank of New York City during financial stress. New York Life earned $60,000 plus interest from the arrangement.
Chicago forecast for November 28 shows showers and colder conditions tonight with a chance of snow flurries. A cold wave is expected to arrive by Wednesday, bringing notable temperature drops.
Elgin Tit Nov 27 butter steady at 24 cents with no offerings or sales. Output 689200 pounds.
A meeting of baseball fair committees convenes at city hall this evening. Attendance is urged as key decisions are pending. The fair opens next Monday at Armory hall with high expectations, many tasks to complete, and strong ticket sales indicating a successful event.
Members of the J U G club and friends plan a masquerade party tonight at Miss Lorence Reitzell's Harlem Avenue residence. The event gathers club members and guests for an evening of costumes and entertainment.
John Elsesser, Stevenson's county treasurer since December 1902, died at his home one mile west of Red Oak after a long illness. A former pioneer teacher, he endured multiple strokes and health decline, with his daughter Mary and son Oscar nearby as his condition worsened. Funeral set for Thursday morning.
John Elsesser native of Stephenson county born July 2 1868 on his father's farm in Buckeye township. He taught in several districts before serving as county treasurer for twelve years and held roles as assessor and school director. Survived by wife Mrs A Barbara Elsesser, children Mary and Oscar, aged father and siblings. funeral Thursday at 9 AM from his home and Red Oak Methodist church. Interment Belleview cemetery.
Chrysanthemums roses and car nations in choicest varieties in all colors advertised. Grand display at Noy 20th. Orders urged early by John Bayscher Jr at 4 Chicago St Roth Phones 374. November 25 diary note.
J. H W. Stearns of Belle Plaine Minnesota recounts a friend badly injured hand that swelled with apparent blood poisoning. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve drew out the poison, healed the wound, and saved his life. Best for burns and sores. Five cents at Joseph Emmeres drug store.
The coal yards of the city will be closed on Thanksgiving day. Resident names listed include Frederick E. Rudd Madison Wisconsin. William M. Bolton Foliet. Ethel Cottel Charleston. Lloyd E. Ferguson Lena. Grace Sprague Lena. Christine Dolfen Cross Plains. Jacob M. Stricker Middleton. Mrs. Mary Weber, William Sauer Freeport. Theresa Faist same location.
Ralph F. Fernandez of Tampa Florida describes a fearsome battle with death caused by troubled heart and insomnia. After trying doctors and medicines he used Electric Bitters and in three days felt restored, now claiming he is cured of his troubles. Sold at Joseph Emmert's duty store for 50 cents.
Mrs Augie's famous buckwheat makes the finest cakes ready in a moment. Quick, wholesome batter for breakfast or later meals promises a fluffy texture and rich flavor from a trusted family recipe.
State's Attorney explores avoiding a costly special election by the county board appointing a temporary treasurer to serve the unexpired term after the death of John Elsesser. The plan suggests Oscar J. Elsesser could be appointed while Mary Elsesser remains deputy to carry on duties until a regular election.
The prudent citizen is a lender. Good loans are hard to make, especially for a lone investor. The most common security is real estate, with evident value. Our mortgages are first mortgage security, obtained with Otto personal funds, and we handle all details including taxes and insurance. Co. D. Knowlton offers conservative mortgage investments with well situated, productive property as security.
William Sauer son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Sauer Rockford marries Miss Theresa Faist daughter of Mr and Mrs Andrew Faist at St Josephs Catholic church Rev Father Faist cousin of the bride. The couple will reside with the bride's parents in Oak street Freeport after a wedding dinner and a short visit in Belvidere.
Mr and Mrs William Vail departed for Chicago to attend the wedding of their son Charles Vail to Miss Mamie Seebaur of Hawthorn tomorrow at 9 AM at St Ignatius church Rose Vail will be bridesmaid and Thomas Riordan of Freeport best man Charles is an Illinois Central railroad engineer The Vails will also travel this evening to Chicago for the ceremony.
In New Location, Co. F. Hildreth today moved his real estate and insurance office to the rooms of the Freeport Building & Loan association.
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