Rail timetable snippets reflect Midwest lines and connections
A dense OCR gathered from a Chicago area railway publication lists train numbers, departure and arrival times, and station notes. It includes services between Freeport, Rockford, Dubuque, Omaha, St Paul, and Chicago with details on freight versus passenger runs, parlor car service, and intercity connections.
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Rockford
Beloit
Janesville
Milwaukee
Madison
Belvidere
Sycamore
DeKalb
Harvard
Son
Spring Valley
Pacific Coast
John F. Daly
Oars
Freeport
Figip
Aurora Chicago
WM. Neese
Deneen Defeat Boom Suppresses Reform Outlook
The piece argues that Deneen’s gubernatorial loss signals a broad push to repeal the primary law and civil service protections, claiming voters oppose public fund interest, reduced rates, and constructive legislation. It asserts a non partisan admin is desired and labor protections should be rolled back if power shifts.
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Stevenson
Eight Miners Dead at McLean County Coal Mine
A lengthy report details eight miner deaths and sixty three injuries at the McLean County Coal Company mine near Bloomington from 1888 to 1905. It notes miner organization efforts, opposition by the company led by president Adlai E. Stevenson, and the broader pattern of accidents in state institutions versus private mines. The piece lists specific fatal and non fatal incidents, with dates and causes, and discusses labor recognition and safety concerns.
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McLean County Coal Company
Bpringfeld
Oota
Bloomington
Adlai EK. Stevenson
SSS
Stevenson
Ilinois Coal Operators’ Association
The Daily Journal Free Citywide Delivery Offer
The Daily Journal announces free weekly delivery to any part of the city. Subscribers can receive home delivery without extra charge, coverage expanding across all neighborhoods.
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the Daily Journal
Miners Union Endorsement Claim Shown Bogus
Alfred Klang, president of Bloomington Miners Union, denies endorsement of Adlai Stevenson for governor. He says a small, special meeting led to a false claim of union support. only about a dozen members attended, and the union never officially endorsed Stevenson.
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Torcal
Bloomington
Alfre EE Welasg
Mir. Kiang
Brevenson Seeks Governorship A Nonpartisan Democrat
The piece questions Brevenson s bid for governor labeling him a nonpartisan Democrat and suggests his public experience may not reveal clear politics. It argues the upcoming vote will expose the futility of trying to mislead Republicans in Ile Bois into backing a Walt Carlinville Democrat.
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Brevenson
Ile Bois
Walt Carlinville
Eavings Bank
Roosevelt heritage bias in crease in value claim
A reading notes that the Roosevelt heritage has increased in value since the living testator rejected the claims of Chititis or Bryan.
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Roosevelt
Chititis
Bryan
Bryan and Hughes clash over Bryan’s defeats and imperialist policy
A Baltimore speech quotes Governor Hughes praising William Jennings Bryan’s defeats as service to the country. The piece rebuts Bryan’s 1896 1900 platforms on imperialism territorial expansion and debt, arguing his policies threaten national policy and prosperity. It cites German treasury head Sydow predicting a 2.5 billion deficit and mocks Bryan’s Denver platform.
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Bryan
Hughes
New York
Baltimore
William Jennings Bryan
Crean
Ryyvan
Mr. Bryan
Mrr
United States
Hnd
T Philippines
Jefferson
Madison
Monroe
Jackson
Imeree
Bacbapan
Grant
McKinley
Philippines
Guam
Hawaii
Porto Rico
Louisiana Purchase
McKintey
Herr Sydow
Imperial German Treasury
Denver
Tibed Qaight
Tore Syean
Pesan
Roosevelt Description Sparks Campaign Storm
A provocative Roosevelt remark comparing a political blow to a “tittle ginger” jolts the campaign discourse. The phrase frames attacks on the poor amid debate over Democratic strategy and voter impact.
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Roosevelt
Democracy
Prosperity and Honor in a Political Campaign
The speaker argues that economic success does not conflict with integrity in elections. Prosperity can coexist with honorable conduct, countering claims that wealth implies corruption and urging principled political competition.
Stars in their courses aid Mr Bryan in elections
Mr Bryan asserts that the stars are favorable to his political fortunes and that his election outcomes remain unpredictable. The remark frames his campaign as influenced by celestial indicators while acknowledging an unsettled race.
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Mr. Bryan
Freeport Hardware Ad Promises Stove Finishes
An old time ad offers STOVIMR stove coating that requires no shine and promises a black, fine finish for 60 days. It guarantees every bottle and lists a price of 25 cents. Sold by Freeport Hardware Company.
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Freeport Hardware Company
Citywide Sweep Expands Police Coverage
City officials announce a broad expansion of patrols across all districts, aiming to boost safety. Additional units will focus on commercial hubs and transit corridors, with a pledge to improve response times and visibility.
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Galena St
Llinois Central
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Paul Liman
Dubuque
Ft. Dodge
Omaha
Dubuane
Tone
Paul Lim
Arseiseerstersesti
Decatur Ex
Loon Mall
Dessiedey
Dodgeville District
H.W. Rowley
Dad Daly
O&m
OC. M
ST. P. BR. R. East Bound
Rock Island
Freert
Racine
Reight
Mt Carroll
Rockleyland
Daven- Pope
Lear
Chicago
Kansas City
Cedar Rapids
North
South Dakota
J. B. Sweatt
Coicage Great Western
Marie Lest Haute
South Freeport
Hieare
Stockton
Lubuque
J. Paul
St Paul
Minneapolis
Waterloo
Marshaltown
Des Moines
Stagg
Brains Cart
Brains West
J.p.pomer
G. P. A. St Pant Minn
KR. R
Porreston
Forreston, Forreston
Rockford & Interjabanry
R. R. de Bie
S.S.S
S.S
Swift Specific CO
Atlanta, GA
Business Directory
Banma
Fred Dorman
H. AH. Antrim
Henry Baler
W. Dorman
Ta’hh Bank
Ill
A. 8. Held
J. Fred Smith
Fred W. Hoefer
H. A. Antrim
J. H. Stealy
Fred. Dorman
W. H. Wegner
Henry Baier
Homer F. Aspinwall
W. D. Mack
Cc. O. Collmann
J. 8. Collman
L. R. Jungkunz
A. Schulte
Ass't. Cashier
D. B. Schulte
Wm. Trembor August Bergman
W. T. Rawleigh
WMN
Cronkrite
John 8. Collman
THE
First National Bank
Prebsort
C. B. Bidwell
Bradant
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Je Clark
Jonn Burrell
Ea B .Tlawell
P. E Hill
Agieon
M. V. B. Eleon
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L. Z. Farwell
Vv. Pres
D. F. Graham
Second National Bank
Ilinois
M. V. B. Elion
J. F. Fair
Reuben Siegfried
J. J. Meyers
J. H. Graham
C. A. Ruthe
Douglas Ave
3. M
H. H. Hineline
van Buren
Freeport, Illinois
Wagner
Anseiger
Sheldon Clark
Hettinger
Stephenson St
Chas. H. Rosenstiel
M. B
Jackeson and Mechanic Ltc
W. Jd. Rideout, M. D
Stephenson Street
Freeport, Ill
Douglas Pattison
Attorneys AT Law
Robert B. Mitchell
N. Galena Ave
Court House
L. H. Burrell
Freeport, IH
W. N. Cronerite
Stephenson Bt
R. P. Eckert
Attorney At Law
Illinois
People’s Column
H. H. Baker
Scioto Mills
Fetter
Cure Journal
Joh Lehbwarst
Stukenboro & Borchers
Chas
D. Knowlton
F. B. Furst
Walnut St
Helie
Union &T
Walens Ave
Win, Wa
Ion Nephews
Oak St
Schmidt Wachlin & Pfeifer
Bath
Winnebago St
R. P. Beckert
Stephenson
Homer St
Harter
Matt B. Marvin
Ladlw
Clark Ave
Calla Dexter Street
M. W. Cowley
Crook
F. Graham
Carroll St
Jno
W. Kureher
Obtvago Street
Winutes Walk
Co Town
Burchard Ave
Tincoma
Burchard
Lincoln Ave
Fruit Sts
O Reni
Frank Street
Carroll and
State Streets
R. D. Dirksen
Carroll Street
Oak &T
Washington St
F. A. Raubenheimer
Fifthove
City Water
D. A. Renner
Lanark, Tl
G. BE. Swan
State St
C. BL
King
Cofton Cottage
W. F. Mackay
Duithddne
Park Ave
Ta Aaire
Wirdin
Douglaw Ave
Rabat
Seateh Coalite
Nott’s Marble Works
Spring St
Phaeton and Carriage
Wnt
Botdorf
Gabilena Ave
I Edwin
Dustman
Lincoln
Ll. Beschard
Mor Salesuheap
A. Heninwarten
Wate
Carpenter St
Williams Street
Journal Offee
Frank Blavhschleger
St. Francis Hospital
Journal
Lin Lad
Yoder
New Phone
Deneen
A&e. Stevenson
CAL
Teaq
C. Baushtea
Jacob Osman
Tol. Dow
N. Franke
S. Staboskh Fablus Coal and Alate
M. Nelson
Gus Erriesomn
Ple
Nash
Morvett Walsh
Cha Tracey Ter
Cas Dowman
I. Searles
T. Radford
Guy Veatch
A. Mann
CC. Berryland
M. Lowrey
Lez
A. Polander
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Klutveman
Yang
Muor
the. Hepner
CL. Peterson
Ambrose
B. Callaway
Fred Peace
Af. Tobin
R. Oleson
John Smith
CG. Anderson
CG. Johnson
Chris Schlopp
P.frederickeom
Jos. Smith
Fred Schram
Cg, Cartwright
J. Wo Dulta
F. Schramare
Chas. Glener
Lea
A. Lambrecht
Trs
J. Ericksom
Cmal
Chas. Lynch
F. McGowas
We. Mann
Wev
C. Mitchell
Zan
M. Nelaoa
John Miller
Mike Welst
Jas. McVey
Peter Mateaoa
Ing
Hunt
J. Walboom
Og Coal
J. McKinley
J. Levere
Dadid Pike
J. Goughlan
Wm Woodley
J. Mantz
Pegona
Chas. Fastes
A. Roger
Rody
M. Nordlne
Wm. Brown
Aug. Gant
T. Scrogginen
R. Stnipenon
A. Kalander
Miners’ Union
Adlai E. Stevenson
Mog Wehheer
Bright's
Deliv
R. Mansfield
Automobile and General Repair Shop
Shawly
Hermsmeier
Malta
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