Stevenson era lender board tied to failed association
The Interstate Building and Loan Association of Bloomington collapsed after Adlai Stevenson, long a director and later vice president, led it during a period of aggressive marketing and rapid growth. Receivership showed investors recovered about 48.6 cents on the dollar, with inquiries into Stevenson’s role but no evidence of personal gain. The piece argues voters should consider this record when Stevenson runs for governor.
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Stevenson
Lemoscratic Party
Literstate Building and Loan Association
Democrats
Barry
Hien
Interstate Building and Conan Association
Timats
Telinets
Interstate Bending and Loan N Association
Tlnois
Bloomington
Spingield Oet
Phe Fathire
The
Interstate Building and Loan Association
Bo Vadburton
Adlair T. Stevenson
Wove Enor
Asia
Ubaoets
Gall Corporation
Interstate Builtine and Loan Association
T. J. Bunn
Danville Benefit and Building Association
Danville
Interstate Building and Lawn Association of
Charities and Corrections in Illinois Political Fight
A partisan battle within the Illinois Republican Party targets Governor Deneen and the state charities and corrections board. Critics accuse the administration of inherited problems while the board defends funding and reform, urging nonpartisan governance and improved efficiency across Illinois public institutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Witneis
Republican Party
Deaeen
State Board of Charities
Jutia C. Lathrop
Emil G. Hirsch
Deneen
Darank Billings
Aineists
Pub Mc
Board of Charities
Tillnois
Tinos
Patrons Urged to Notify Office for Missing Papers
Readers asked to report any missed deliveries to the newspaper office, ensuring timely distribution and proper service.
Stevenson Linked to Interstate Building and Loan Collapse
A long investigation traces Adlai E. Stevenson and the Interstate Building and Loan Association of Bloomington through years of losses, high overhead, and eventual dissolution. Receivership left stockholders with 48.6 cents on the dollar as officials faced scrutiny and court orders in 1898.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCullough
McCutough
Efe
Adlai WH. Stevenson
Interstate Building and Joan Association
Ma. Stevenson
Edward Barry
Wood's Liver Medicine Ad for Malaria Relief
An old print advert promotes Wood's Liver Medicine in liquid form claiming quick relief from malaria chills fever biliousness sick headache and constipation. The 1.00 bottle supposedly contains double the quantity of the 50c size. Sold by H J Moogk and C P Guenther.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wood
H. J. Moogk
C. P. Guenther
Demeter and Seitz Plan Quick Window Light Reset
A brief notice states Demeter and Seitz will reset the same light on short notice after a window damage incident. A contact phone number 441 is provided for coordination.
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Demeter & Seitz
State Interest Earned Under Different Administrations
Comparison shows Democratic Altgeld era paid interest on borrowed funds while Republican Deneen era received interest. Figures include insurance department payments and total interest turned over to the state by Treasurer Sinutski and Savulski, totaling 207472.57.
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Altgeld
Deneen
Insurance Department
John Fr. Sinutski
Ios
Treasury
Tie
Savulski
Illinois Central
Chicago
Eee
East St. Louis
Southern
Chester
Hlinois
Joliet
University of Illinois
First Thought to State about Governor Veneen
A Canton Reg editorial mocks Governor Veneen as cold blooded when defending the people’s interests, critiquing his stance and actions. The piece questions leadership and public priorities in a pointed commentary.
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Veneen
Canton
Taft Campaign Address Promotes Reasoned Victory
Taft presents a campaign of reason not agitation urging voters to view him as the steady advocate. The more the country sees his personality the stronger the Republican victory appears to become.
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Taft
Vietory
A Man They Can Trust Judge Watt Nent
Judge Watt strengthens his party by stressing public trust in his personality and by appealing to doubtful states, framing himself as a reliable leader in difficult times.
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Man
Judge Watt Nent
Eyebrow Tonic From Sage Tea Mixture
A homemade tonic advises stirring strong sage tea and a small amount of a powder into a lotion. Apply with a soft brush to the eyebrows, ensuring the material covers the brow area while avoiding contact with eyes. The sage tea is said to stimulate growth and revitalize thinning brows.
Piles relief offered with Mau Zan Pile Remedy
Sufferers informed that Mau Zan Pile Remedy provides relief from piles from the first application. Guarantied. Price is 50 cents. Sold by H. J Moogh and C. P. Guenther.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. J Moogh
C. P. Guenther
Stenciling a Wall Techniques and Precautions
An article describes stenciling walls for artistic effects in a room or plaza, emphasizing careful stencil application and brush handling. It advises starting at a corner, pressing the stencil, lifting to match with the next section, and using a round pedot brush. care to avoid excess material and bleed.
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Country Life
Textile frauds and simple tests exposed for buyers
The passage explains how to detect counterfeit fabrics. It notes that many so called all wool items are mostly cotton. Testing methods include pulling threads to see if cotton burns, wet finger to test linen dampness and forked moisture, and tugging threads to reveal weak cotton content versus silk. Frauds are common in fabrics like silk blends.
How to Remove Cinders From Eyes on Trains
A practical wartime style tip explains avoiding rubbing the eye when a cinder irritates it. Place a thorn seed in the corner of the eye and the seed glides around the eyeball to pull out the particle without causing inflammation. Travelers who ride trains daily are advised to carry seeds for this remedy.
How to Cure Fainting Spells With a Sneeze
The text advocates sneezing as a reliable cure for fainting by boosting brain blood flow. It notes many fainting episodes end without unconsciousness and suggests pepper, snuff, or tobacco in the nose to trigger a sneeze when natural sneezing is unavailable.
How to Preserve Pretty Feet
A guide on maintaining dainty feet, noting that perfect feet are rare but achievable with care. Avoid cramped toes, prevent overlapping, keep skin pale yet rosy at heels and toe tips, and rub away calluses with toilet pumice. Regular gentle care keeps feet soft and white.
How to Can Peaches Instructions
How to can peaches describes using one pound sugar per pound peaches and boiling with a little water until the syrup is clear. Pack jars with peaches, cover with syrup, seal, and process in a large boiler of water, ensuring jars do not touch and water level stays three inches from the top.
Stain Removal Tip With Iron Cast and Acid Test
A historical note describes removing an iron stain by holding the fabric over water with added hydrochloric acid. It instructs to apply solution, watch the stain vanish, then immerse the area to prevent texture changes and to test the wool fibers on a corner first.
How to Mend Breaks In Plaster
Instructions describe mixing plaster powder with water to form a thick paste. Fill cracks or holes in plaster walls, then smooth the surface with a knife while the mixture sets quickly.
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Puris
Pineules for the Kidneys advertised relief claims
To those afflicted with kidney and bladder trouble, backache, rheumatism Pineules for the Kidneys brings relief in the first dose. Hundreds of people today testify to their remarkable healing and tonic properties. 30 days trial $1.00. They purify the blood. Sold by H. J. Moogh and C. P. Guenther.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. J. Moogh
C. P. Guenther
Burdett Piano Tuner Takes Orders at Local Firms
F. J. Burdett, a piano tuner, takes orders at Brown & Dollmeyer’s and can be reached by phone at 80g. le4ctf.
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F. J. Burdett
Brown & Dollmeyer
Daily Journal Delivery Offer Hits Citywide
The Daily Journal announces home delivery to all parts of the city for 10 a week, expanding access and convenience for readers citywide.
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the Daily Journal
Slipper Gift Dilemma in Witty Exchange
In a humorous exchange a young lady asks for embroidery slippers as an aunt's birthday gift. A shopkeeper counters with no Newspatterns available, suggesting alternatives like a cigar case. Miss Mayme on vacation mentions relaxing with Shelley or the Wrong of Wakefield while an elder relative warns of scandalous doings reaching her mother.
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Strang
Mayme
Shelley
Wakefield
Chid
Chicago
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Interstate Building and Loan Association of Bloomington
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Memebers
Springfield
Ort
Adial Fittevenson
Washington
Cleveland
Interstate Cailding and Loan Association of
Thodminston
Pubce
Marteh i
Wee Hao LZ the Mudster
Merrill Compliments Company
C. J. Merril
David Gore
Merrill
Denna
SAU
Patromayze
Charities and Corrections
Illnois
Shuttlecock
Tinois
Notl
A.aqfevers
Mae
B. Ler
F. F.ucolic
J. K
Boog, &c
Humphrey
Interstate Protildeing and Loan Association of
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President of Concern
Fheir
Goffirs of Association
Jame
SUG
Sova
Exrainer
Dad
Seatac
Commisshis
Riceeengender T,erroo WI
Bion, Personals
Cee Ee
Isti
Bie
John Moldy
P. d. Bunn
C. 2. Merrill
McCul
Ryon
John Eddy
Tf. Bunn
Frank T. Bunn
Jimmies S. Ewing
J. of. Morrissey
Wehner Martin
A. J. Stevenson
J. Th.Thomas
Fr. O1. Morrell
Bloontieten
Adtul BE
C. IN Myers
James S&swing
J. FP. Morrissey
A.J. Stevenson
James S. Ewing
Myers
Association
Ilinois
Campaign of
Ayer
Raymond S.wisé
Raymond S. Wise
Hettinger
Japan
Formosa
New York
Burrell Brothers
Stephenson St
Freeport Gas Light & Coke Co
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