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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1908
Page
4
The International Typo graphical Union honors the Freeport Journal for employing Union labor in its mechanical departments, recognizing union involvement in the production process.
Mrs J M Cain returned from Lona this morning. A J McNeil visits Mendota for a few days. Wm Jackson transact business in Chicago today. Mrs J B Ward and J L Wolfe spent the day at Amboy. W J Smith at Dixon on business interests. C J Moyle at Monroe Center on business. George C Byres of Shannon transacted business in Freeport. Mrs George Coons visiting Mendota. T Y Barber and daughter Gladys visit from Dodgeville. Mrs C E Harrison and Mrs M Saxby at Baileyville. Douglas Pattison and wife attend Democratic rally at Aimbay. Mrs D C L Mease and Miss Florence Briggs to Chicago. Mr and Mrs Martin Howe to Canton, Ill., for K of G. Miss Jane Goddard left for Chicago to visit friends. J R Babcock and family of Pana visiting M Rawleigh on Douglas Ave. Miss Cornelia Thomas to Winetka for a few weeks with Aunt Mrs A B Jones. Miss Sarah Bengston returns to Chicago after visiting at Bengston home. John D Lesch to Portland to make future home. Mrs C C Weaver goes to Sterling to meet father L Silversted visiting in city. Ed Allington Jr to Amboy to help orchestra for Democratic meeting. A J Hettinger and family depart for Fowler, Calif., for winter. Dr Evin Moraweck of Louisville returns to Chicago.
A detailed year long financial and committee recommendation report was presented at the Freeport Business Men's Association annual meeting. The document reviews income 4628.45 expenses 1900.50 and outlines proposed changes including annual reports, committee reporting, monthly luncheon meetings, and broader member enlistment to boost ongoing work and cooperation.
Father William's Indian Herb tablets are advertised to relieve dyspepsia, indigestion, constipation, sour stomach, sick headache, biliousness, and liver issues. They claim to cleanse the stomach and regulate the bowels with perfect digestion, priced at 20 cents a box and refundable if not as represented, sold by C. P. Guenther & Co. at the Galena avenue and street corner.
Fragmentary note describes men who stand for long hours testing footwear. Mentions famous style and a pair called tootee pi. Lacks clear names, places, or dates.
A Burbank teacher located at 86 Grove Street is connected to Rettudio and a date of 9-22 noted in records. The item lists the address and occupation with regional context. No further details about the institution or action are provided.
An advertisement claims Mi-Ona tablets cure stomach troubles by energizing the stomach walls and aiding digestion. It asserts relief from dyspepsia, vomiting of pregnancy, seasickness, constipation, nervousness, drowsiness, night sweats and heartburn. Druggist Win. Fo Junekunz sells Mi Ona tablets for 50 cents a box with a money back guarantee.
The First Presbyterian church hosts an evening prayer meeting with a new departure in conducting services. The pastor will inaugurate a series of systematic Bible studies drawn from leading authorities. The goal is Evangelical clarity with free discussion, excluding irrelevance. All members are urged to attend with their Bibles.
Freeport Commandery will hold a special meeting tonight to complete arrangements for the trip to Rock Island. Members will finalize details, set departure plans, and confirm attendance for the upcoming journey.
L A Bartlet of Rural Route 1 Guilford Maine says the family has enjoyed good health since using Dr Kings New Life Pills for three years They cleanse and tone the system in a gentle way and do you good The remedy costs 25 cents at Jos Emmert s drug store.
Freeport pastors were returned to their charges at the Rock River conference closing session. Rev. C. W. McCaskillig to First M E, Rev. R. C. Marker to Enbury, and Rev. George Young to Van Brocklin. Rev. Shields clashed with anti cannon language, prompting bishop Neely to restore order and strike Cannon from the resolution.
Frederick Mannuell of Maryland and Butte Montana bought Newbro's Herpicide on April 6 1899 and reports full head hair after -v0 days. He notes his hat is thick and luxuriant as of July 2. The ad touts the product as eradicating the germ cause of dandruff and baldness with immediate stopping of hair loss and new growth. Sold by druggists with Detroit Michigan address and a special agent Geo F Swarts.
A neighbor poisoned Mr. James H. Sage’s hound at 197 North Galena avenue last night while hunting. Despite efforts to counteract the poison, the dog died at 9 o clock, sparking outrage at the cruel act amid the opening hunting season.
Mrs Ada L Croom of Vaughn Mississippi credits Dr King's New Discovery with curing a severe cough and consumption after months of illness. She says three bottles completed a cure and notes the remedy's world wide fame. Sold at Jos Emmert's drug store. 50 cents and 1 10. Trial bottle free.
The Grand opera house presents Brown's in Towns the American farce by Mark E. Swan. The play debuts with Saturday matinee and night performances praised for its humor and lack of vulgarity amid Parisian trendiness.
In about two weeks the store will move to our new location at 94 Chi cago St where a larger and more complete line of watches clocks jewelry and silverware will be carried. H. A. Rotzini Jowler & Optician. 10-Odin
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