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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1908
Page
2
The International Typographical Union awards a label to the Freeport Journal praising the newspaper for employing union labor in its mechanical departments.
K F Gibler of Winslow called here today Jacob Mosimer to Elgin on business OU E Rosenstiel morning passenger to Dixon E McCrary of Los Angeles visiting in Freeport Joseph Benston to Amboy on business W L McNurley Rockford transacted business Senator John C McKenzie Elizabeth Freeport caller Mr and Mrs Madden extend trip to New York Will H Eltzroth returned to Sterling after business Miss Myrtle Frey of Chicago visiting parents Geo Sackett Rockford and George Peck Chicago were callers on Knorr Mrs William Meier returned to La Salle after visit Judge O B Heard returned from Dixon fall term Ever Olson Beloit called on friends Eva Brown went to Pearl City to her ill mother Montelius sisters Mary and Margaret of Piper City returned home Adam A Krape Lena left for Dixon to attend Rock River Assembly director Paul E Johner returned Hornell after two weeks with Hopper P Sorenson Chicago supreme chief ranger to address Court Mohawk Wednesday Every member urged to be present.
Druggist Wm F Jungkunz of this city asks Kezema sufferers to consult their family physician or druggist about reports from patients using oil of wintergreen liquid as compounded in D D D Prescription for skin care.
Notice to all beginner Sunday school teachers in the city urging attendance at the First M. E. church basement on Wednesday evening October 28 at 7 30 to complete the union of elementary Sunday school teachers.
Freeport reports indicate several Freeport parties have grouped for a major sale of Kentucky land. The deal is described as one of the largest in a single transaction.
Members and friends of Embury church will gather at the church parlors this evening to honor and extend a reception to the pastor. The event invites all attendees to join in recognizing the pastor's service and partnership.
Norton J. Grayless died instantly while on duty as switchman in the Burlington yards at Savanna Sunday morning at 2:24. The incident occurred during yard operations and the exact cause is under investigation.
Sick and afflicted. The diphtheria case at the home of Adolph Geith on Cottonwood street is reported as somewhat improved.
A number of Freeporters traveled to Pecatonica this morning to attend the sale of Harry Needtam.
Where Bullets Flew David Parker a Civil War veteran from Fayette N Y lost a foot at Gettysburg. He credits Electric Bitters with curing his stomach trouble and calls them worth more than five hundred dollars. He now uses them as a tonic and stays well. 50c at Jos Emumert's drug store.
Col Bowler learns his mother Mrs W I Leech of Chicago died from paralysis and her funeral will be held at 4:30 PM from her residence with interment in Freeport tomorrow at 11:50 AM. Pallbearers named. Sidney Wakefield of Silver Creek dies at his sister’s home aged over fifty, survived by six sisters and one brother. Interment in Gund Cemetery after services in Freeport. Mrs William Winslow dies in Detroit of diabetes. funeral in Detroit, husband and three sons, Charles Fred and Palmer, survive. former Freeport residents listed with Grace Church involvement.
The funeral for the late Mrs Brid get Burns is set for tomorrow at 9 o'clock from her daughter Mrs Ellen Summers's home at 247 Liberty Street and at 9 30 from St Marys church Rev Father Leydon will officiate Peter MacDonald will oversee the service Pallbearers are Bernard Coyle James McGerrick Richard Sheridan James Ryan Jerry Riordan and James Darrah
Large crowds attended the Bijou theatre opening bill under new management. The Zemo-Zemo wircus act features four contortionists acrobats and balancers delivering nonstop thrills. Howley and Leslie provide humor in songs sketches and imitations. Dorothy Vaughn appears as a vocal talent and Pod German performs as a one man band playing eight instruments.
The Lyric screened Life of Abraham Lincoln from Cradle to the Grave drawing large audiences. About three hundred pupils attended this afternoon as Menaver Hopper earned a ten strike for securing the picture, which is praised as among the best ever shown in Freeport.
A Lena report notes a grand Republican rally set for Thursday evening in the opera house with first voters' club and drum corps arriving from Freeport. Imperial band will play and speakers will address the crowd. Several locals, including Miss Viola Freeman and Miss Vera Lampert, visit and return from nearby towns.
A Freeport group led by R C Smedley and A R Buffin returned from the Springfield state Y M C A convention. Champaign’s university and new association building gave it a local edge, but Freeport’s bid did not succeed. Smedley was chosen secretary of the convention. Buffin spoke on Natural Study Groups.
Notice urges every young Republican to attend Thursday night rally with Congressman Boutell as speaker. First Voters club leads parade behind drum corps, with red torches and fireworks supplied. Members urged to bring others and make a strong showing for the campaign. Kenneth Burrell, Secretary.
The November issue of the National Swine Magazine edited by Frederic Wagner follows his purchase from R. R. Fisher and is rich in original articles on wine for swine enthusiasts. Amos Burhans of Waterville Minnesota will assist in the editorial department.
Real estate transfers include Mrs. Mary S Held to Albert Len Ticott for lot A1 block 38 Johnson Wheel Factory plat at 160 dollars. George Hichtenberger to William Hibst for lot 5 block 6 Lichtenberger addition at 400 dollars. Rudolph Brubaker to W J Nehus for part lot 3 southwest quarter section 30 town of Lancaster at 600 dollars.
Charles Fosselman and Charlies Thomas returned from a trip to Elizabeth Hanover and Elvin where they installed several gas lighting machines. Mr Fosselman acts as agent for the device and his many friends wish him success in the venture.
Sick and afflicted notes report Pred Meierkort laid up with a severe cold while Cyrus J. Welle, who has suffered a severe blow of illness, is able to be out.
Rev. We. 1 Jones preaches at the Congregational Church located at 200 Paylor Avenue on October 30 at 7 p.m. The event titled Prial of Christ from a Legal Standpoint discusses moral issues from a legal perspective.
J. gil Stewart, a switchman on the Northwester by, has resumed duties after sustaining a very severe ankle sprain last week.
An advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh by internal use with direct action on mucous surfaces. It asserts the treatment is not quackery, notes it is a prescription from leading doctors, and promotes testimonials and a constipation remedy. The ad lists Buckeye & Co as proprietors and mentions pricing and availability from druggists.
Roscoe Evans of Hollendale and Margaret Rickey totaling in a tight finish prevailed in a Wisconsin event. Evans finished ahead with a .23 time and Rickey recorded .22e, marking a notable local results update from the meet.
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Baltz welcome a baby boy, marking a population note for the family and local community.
The Daily Journal is delivered to the city portion for ten cents per week. This notice outlines the pricing and delivery area, indicating a low weekly rate and broad local circulation.
Garment cleaning requested with assurance of full return if not exactly right. Pressing guaranteed. reference to BR Dye Works.
The 1904 Illinois election shows Roosevelt carried the state by 305,039 votes over Parker, with Deneen winning the governorship by 299,149. Stephenson County totals list Roosevelt 4,876 and Deneen 4,798, with varied results for Congress, State Senate, and local offices.
Revival meetings at Oak Street Church draw many to worship and prayer. Rev. J. F. Vienstedt of Maon Roe Wisconsin leads all week with sermons on sowing and reaping. Special prayer sessions are held in the church anteroom and the parsonage at 7 15 p.m. inviting all to attend and bring others.
L A Bartlet of Rural Route 1 Guilford Maine credits Dr Kings New Life Pills with three years of good health. The ad notes the product cleanses the system gently and promotes wellbeing at Jos Emmert's drug store.
SERF and HAIGLIT advertise a 1Q-22d to 1.062 Stephenson Street for strictly pure buckwheat sold under their guarantee.
Mattie E Gilbert listed as a teacher with address 191 Chicago Street and phone 68s. The note mentions Manda lin with guitar and banjo accessories. Date reference 10 24d lw appears as a fragmentary ledger entry.
Brok hausen and Hill announce a new store offering men and boys sweater coats. The entry highlights lads’ and gentlemen’s outerwear in the opening display.
Harriet M. Kurbank listed as a piano teacher operating from Studio 36 on Grove Street. The notice indicates a contact or appointment details with a focus on instruction and studio location.
Hugo Albert and Rudolph Donneratag, awaiting trial on counterfeiting charges, escaped Madison jail after sawing bars and using a bedding rope ladder. They were last seen at 6:30 pm from an upper window by a barn laborer. a posse failed to recapture them. The trio, arrested near Rhinelander in August with large quantities of counterfeit coin evidence, had bail set at 40000 dollars.
Thomas Dolan of Philadelphia, a leading figure in American industry, was born October 27, 1834 in Montgomery County. He built a modest commission house into a vast textile empire and heads a major knitting mill as president and owner. He also has extensive interests in shipbuilding, street railways, and other large enterprises and has led national trade groups.
A compact listing of historical milestones across centuries noting Columbus reaching Cuba in 1492, the Welcome voyage to New Castle in 1682, 1775 Hampton Va cannonading, death of William Lowndes in 1822, Mrs James Russell Lowell in 1853, Theodore Roosevelt birth in 1858, Battle of Fair Oaks in 1864, 1874 ritualism debate in New York, Princess Mary of Cambridge death in 1897, and the Perseverance ship loss in 1901.
Near death's door a Massachusetts man credits Mi o na with restored health and energy. The letter from Nelson Lucier of Athol says doctors could do nothing and one box of Mi o na provided relief. readers are encouraged to try it with a 60 cent price and money back guarantee.
H. J. Berve resigns from the Illinois Central shops minister mechanic's office and leaves for Hereford Texas after accepting a position with the Rock Island railroad.
The ad markets Father William's Indian Tablets as a tonic and regulator for women enduring nerves weakness and female health issues. It claims benefits like steadier nerves, increased flesh, stronger elasticity, brighter eyes, and clearer skin, with tea or tablets priced at 20 cents and sold by Guenther & Co. druggists.
Doerr to Barnes in Pearl City and Dilly to Connell in Freeport record transfers with values 2500 and 1800. Kryder to Kinley Freeport lots in Pattison and Fuller to Rockey in Bailey’s park note 500. Master in Chancery to Sechrist for parts of lots in town 5000. Abstracts of title furnished on short notice with deeds and mortgages drawn. O Taylor & Frick, conveyancers.
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