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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1908
Page
5
The text argues that Roosevelt’s influence stems from his personal prestige, not office, asserting that the people themselves rule through him. It highlights anxiety about undue influence in nominations and elections and praises Roosevelt as a striking, deservedly popular figure in American politics.
Press dispatches quote Mr Taft openly declaring he will win with nationwide backing. Reports from all parts reinforce this claim while urging Republicans not to become overconfident as Bryan fights for his political life. Projections hinge on continued energy and voter turnout in November.
A frontier style collage of jokes and wry exchanges shows rural folk, a physician, miners, and a colonel in banter and flirtation. Snatches of dialogue reveal attitudes toward marriage, divorce, habit, and social pretensions with humor and blunt truth.
Judge Taft criticizes Bryan for anti imperialist stance in the 1900 campaign saying Bryan followers caused bloodshed in the Philippines and advocating independence. He argues Republicans differ on island policy and warns against abandoning the islands. Taft predicts full independence for Filipinos may take a generation or two.
Advertisement for Father William's Indian Herb Tablets claiming to aid liver and kidney function, digestion, and bowel regularity, with blood purification and general wellness. Priced at 20 cents, with money-back satisfaction and sale by C. P. Guenthe & Co., druggists at the Galena corner.
Miss Ella Flachtemeier, who has been quite ill for the past week, is reported somewhat better today. Her condition had caused concern among friends and family, but medical updates indicate steady improvement as she rests at home.
Mrs Ada WU Croom of Vaughn Mississippi credits Dr King s New Discovery with ending months of severe cough and approaching consumption after using three bottles. The remedy, sold by Jos Emmert s drug store, costs 50c and 1 00 with a free trial bottle offered.
A Danish violinist Skovgaard mesmerizes a large crowd at the Y M C A with exquisite tone and expressive technique. Miss Grinnell and Miss Alice McClung contribute, encores include St Patrick's Day and Yankee Doodle. Sunday programs feature Rev P Mullen on Bible history with stereopticon views and Schumann quartet.
The Republican meeting schedule lists events in Stephenson County with speaker Frank O. Lowden. Thursday October 15 events in Le Hiwe Cangrensing, Friday October 16 at Grand Opera House Freeport, and Saturday October 17 at Pearl City.
The Evangelical church pastors of the Freeport circuit met in Belvidere for a fall session. They discussed the Eden Theological seminary endowment, welcomed Rev Pinckert, and praised Belvidere’s church leadership. A key aim was to hire more Americans in colleges and promote progressive ideals in learning. The evening service featured Rev Nauerth’s sermon and a choir performance.
A statewide Republican rally hailed Roosevelts second term and lauded expansionist policy, a strong navy, Panama Canal progress, and trust regulation. The speaker rebutted Bryanites and argued for corporate regulation, pure food laws, and federal oversight, naming Taft, Hughes, and Roosevelt as standards to follow. The talk denounced Democratic delays on trusts and warned against socialist remedies.
The column records numerous residents and visitors in the area. Eura West of Red Oak, J N Galloway in Chicago, S A Wolvery of Dakota in Freeport, Grace Fike returns to Milledgeville, R B Faton of Mt Carroll, Mrs J W Meyers and daughter Myrtle in Chicago, Carroll Edwards of Rockford visiting, Girave Peck in Rockford for Sunday, Mrs A Baltzer of Orangeville visiting, Wm Emmett returns from Pennsylvania, Mrs Mary Rubendall of Storm Lake visiting Kecks, Mrs A M Dutaler and Hazel and Eden visit Chicago, H L Diekman leaves for Elena Oklahoma, H L Keck to Oneil SD for land opening, C L Herriman back from western business trip for O N Bull Medical, Miss Ray Guyer of Freeport visiting Mayor Edwardes, W Diefenthaler, Walter Allen and Charles McDonald travel to Detroit for opening game, Mrs F A Rauhenheimer in Chicago, A S Held to North Dakota and Wisconsin for business and fishing, Edward K Blewett of Gatena selling Pretzel City Smoke, O R Zipf to Chicago for Republican rally with Governor Hughes to speak.
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications. internal remedies are needed. Hall's Catarrh Cure works on blood and mucous surfaces and is not a quack medicine. Also promoted is TL medicine and a combination with tonics and purifiers. Parderthan sold by druggists for 2 50. send for free manuals.
In about two weeks we will relocate to 4 Chicago St. to offer a larger and more complete line of watches clocks jewelry and silverware. H A Rorzer Jeweler Optician 10-5d ln.
Regular Eastern Star meeting Monday evening outlines church revival and social events. Epworth league hosts Hallowe en social Friday Oct 30. Free Methodist revival each evening next week at 7:80. Frank Broadhurst on layoff with hand injury at Illinois Central shops. Graphophone concert Sunday evening at Teku settlement home. King s Daughters Settlement board meets Monday afternoon. Sociological Bible club invite at First Baptist church Sunday 4 pm. W Gardner Thrall to speak Sunday at Kent Methodist school convention replacing El Herbert. Lawrence Brintnall of Medina leaves for mother s illness. L A To K C entertained Mrs Wm Plumb. she leaves for El Paso. given silver spoon.
The final rehearsal of the Itusn Temple No 108 DOKK team will be held tomorrow afternoon at o'clock. All members are requested to report on time.
Hermes Mo Buchaus listed as piano teacher at Studio 36 Grove St offering lessons. Address and dates imply beginner bookings in September, with emphasis on local instruction and studio location for students seeking classical piano guidance.
W A Floyd of Rural Route 2 Em pire Ga says Bucklen's Arica Salve cured two worst sores on his leg. He would mortgage the farm to get it. The product is available for 25 cents at Jos Emmert's drug store.
A fragment describes a non intoxicating beverage REVO said to refresh and invigorate. It references compliance with United States revenue laws and mentions Anheuser as a related entity while noting its beverage's appearance and appeal.
Speaker urges labor readers to study injunc tions before relying on Gompers statements. He defends labor organizing rights while stressing law obedience for all groups. Stead lauds Gov Deneen’s administration for reforms and efficiency, calls for Republican ticket support and reports Orangeville rally attendance amid farm work.
Emma and Clara Klippstein return to Freeport after a week with friends in Lena. Mrs. EF E Partridge and children of Freeport are visiting relatives here. Verna Raymer visits W S Raymer. Jennie Yeager and Eva Rech visit Julius Bauscher at the county seat. Mrs J W Foll spent the day at Rockford. Mrs M P Taylor and daughter from Chicago stay with Mrs Catherine Taylor. Will Dilcher and Helen Howard visit Freeport. Jennie Wachlin’s ill daughter improving. Mrs Rachel Baysinger visits friends at Dixon and Sterling. Mr and Mrs Farringer attend Henry Farringer golden wedding then return to Ashton. Dave Snyder and children travel to Freeport.
Charles Walters a Rockford and Freeport inter urban line conductor received a $1,000 gift from his half brother in Denmark on Thursday. A similar gift came two months ago and the brother hints at funding half of a 100 acre farm after Walters estimates stock costs. The Rockford Register Gazette article purportedly backs this plan.
Sunday school at 9 80. Preaching at 10 46 by Rev J B Norvil new pastor Y P GC. U B at 6 80. Sunday school rally at 7 30. Souvenirs to all attending.
A Rural Guilford Maine resident L A Bartlet says the family has enjoyed good health for three years after using Dr Kings New Life Pills. The ad claims cleansing and toning benefits and lists Jos Emmerts drug store price of 25 cents.
Men are urged to try a pair of E. and W. famous toe form shoes at Knox with a price tag of 83.50. The offer highlights comfort and fit for all-day wear, inviting readers to visit the Knox shop to experience the footwear.
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