10 Oct 1896
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1896
Page
1
PR COX & CO offers lasting value with deep discounts Saturday. 200 yards black silk at 29c, 25 pieces double width plaid dress flannels 25c, 1000 yards tennis flannel 5c, 5000 yards calico 4c, batting 5c 8c 10c, 36 inch sheeting 4c, ginghams 3 4c, ladies kid gloves 59c, dress shields 8c, boys plaid silk ties 19c, fleece lined underwear from 20c, wool shirts 65c, children cloaks and bonnets.
Springfield Illinois October meeting of the state federation of women's clubs closes with officer elections. Amid a floor nominations moment, Mrs Alice Bradford Wiles of Freeport receives the presidency after Mrs J W Patton declines. Retiring president Miss Isabel Lanning Candee becomes vice president at large. district vice presidents named for several districts.
Davis born C O Knudson touring the district as a composite candidate aligned with silver, free coinage and protectionism. He avoided predicting victory, saying he runs on principle for silver and against mine-owning influence, while the broader leaflet blasts silver mine owners and their political clout across the nation.
A roster of Chicago area women's clubs names delegates and officers followed by a detailed Elgin wedding report. Joseph A. Andruss marries Carrie Benham in Elgin with a large guest list and affectionate tributes. The article also covers political campaigning notes and local reactions.
Irving Illinois man Fred Miller suffered long kidney pains and back trouble with a affected bladder. After trying many remedies he began using Electric Bitters and found instant relief. The tonic is claimed to cure kidney and bladder issues and is sold for five dollars a large bottle at Emmart & Burrell's.
Miss M J Steel will remove her office to the Brewster house about Oct 12. Until further notice she will be at Pecatonica on professional business on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays.
A local advertisement notes watch sale at the new Cross jewelry store located at 9 S. Galena Avenue. The brief listing emphasizes watches available for purchase in the storefront.
An old advertisement warns indigestion can lead to serious illness and promotes Shaker Digestive Cordial as a strengthening nourishing curative. It claims the cordial strengthens the stomach helps digestion nourishes health and is made of herbs plants and wine. Sold by druggists price 10 cents to 1.00 per bottle.
On Tuesday next the 13th inst at 498 Stephenson St. Parlor and dining room furniture include a leather top table sofa a 10 foot solid walnut dining table a sideboard and other articles.
Citizens are forbidden under city ordinance to remove any ground or sod from streets within city limits without prior permission from the mayor. James P. Youumer, 922 4w, Mayor.
Lena Stars defeat Wilcox as Reardon pitches for Terry and Lamebret at first and Perrin at second in a game featuring Francisco at shortstop Hurd Burr Silefer and strong fielding across the lineup.
A Saginaw Courier-Herald interview tells how Mrs Ruth Wolcott, wife of Rev H B Wolcott, suffered a stroke in 1892 with paralysis on her left side. After using Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People for about two weeks she improved markedly and can now walk and visit neighbors. Local druggists report strong demand. A Harbor Springs note highlights George W Childs of Bay View praising the pills for nervous disorders and recovery after months of illness. The ads promote Pink Pills as a remedy for paralysis and related nerve conditions with prices and dealer info.
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