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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1908
Page
1
Chicago area forecasts show Illinois Fair tonight and Thursday with little temperature change. Iowa fair with cooler conditions in the northeast tonight. Wisconsin generally fair and colder tonight, with similar conditions through Thursday.
In New York on October 28 the Taft campaign holds a major day as he aims to dominate speeches across the Hudson corridor and return to the metropolis at noon to lead the Republican push. Bryan continues a statewide tour through towns from Tarrytown to Schenectady and ends with a mass meeting in Troy tonight.
News from El Paso says Papagos backed by the Mexican government ambushed Yaquis north of Altar Sonora, killing forty Yaquis. Reports state the Papagos lured them into the ambush in a clash described as a massacre with Mexican support.
Kalispell Mont Oct 28 The Atlantic fleet went to Japan at the request of the Emperor to overawe his subjects said United States Senator Dixon in an address here last night.
The National Woman's Christian Temperance Union adopted a resolution commending church efforts to defeat the re election of Joseph G Cannon as a member of Congress.
Aged Russian patriot Nicholas Tschaikovsky, jailed for nearly a year, was released this afternoon on bail subscribed for in England. The news comes from St. Petersburg via the Associated Press.
Closing quotations from Chicago board of trade and Union stockyards show wheat at 9 7 4, corn 6 3 3 4, oats 4 8, pork 9 1 5 to 9 7, lard 9 4 7 5, ribs 8 4 7. Cattle deltas: beeves 3 1 5 to 7 5 0, stockers 2 5 0 to 4 4 5, cows/heifers 1 6 0 to 5 2 5. Hogs weak to 5 lower, various classes quoted, bulk sales 5 5 to 3 8. Sheep steady at 2 6 to 4 8 5. Quotations on the Chicago Board of Trade supplied by C D Anderson.
The remains of Mrs W I Leech mother of Col H Bowler of this city arrived from Chicago this morning at about 11 o'clock and were taken to the city cemetery. The Rev F J Bate officiated.
A Derby ribbed wool underwear article offered for 1 pound at Brokhausen and Hill's. The notice notes a price promotion and lists the shop name and a brief reference to Derby.
About 200 Orangeville residents heard Senator John C. McKenzie, Elizabeth, State's Attorney Burrell, and Oscar R. Zipf discuss Republican views. McKenzie defended Governor Deneen, attacked Democratic planks including bank deposits, and warned against a return to the 1892-96 hardship era. Zipf focused on tariff policy while Burrell addressed national issues. The event featured Taft Quartet music and an Orangeville orchestra.
Evening at Florence Station drew over one hundred attendees as Joseph Goder of Chicago spoke in German, praised Governor Deneen, and defended county fees. Freeport speakers Hebert Tiffany and Carnahan touched on national and state issues. Two more rallies planned at Ridott and Winslow with John McKenzie R Zipl Eckert and Carnahan plus the Tart quartette entertaining.
Three men robbed a passenger at Great Western depot in Stockton about 11 am taking $60 after pulling him from the station and searching his clothes. The assailants fled to a corn field but were soon captured and jailed awaiting the outcome of the case. The victim was bruised and his clothing torn in the struggle.
Henry Sherman Boutell Republican congressman from Illinois Ninth District will speak at Grand Opera house Freeport tomorrow night. A torchlight parade and fireworks precede the meeting with Taft and Sherman clubs marching. First Voters drum corps to appear. Republicans invited to attend with reserved seating on the first floor.
Andrew Johnson was brought before Justice Janssen after noon and charged with assault to commit murder on William Lemasters. Case continued ten days. Bail set at 15000 but unpaid. Johnson jailed under Sheriff Milner. Victim William Lemasters reported slightly better but still unconscious and unable to speak. Recovery chances considered very slim.
Freeport Commandery meets to fine for drill preparatory to inspection. Capernaum Shrine will initiate a large class Thursday evening at the fall ceremonial. Excelsior lodge of Masons meets in special communication Friday evening for the conferring of the M. M. degree.
Peter Bronkema, the old German watch maker, walked along Mechanic Street near Exchange Street last evening about 7 o clock when he fell. For a time it was feared he was badly hurt, but he soon rose and walked home unassisted on Exchange Street.
The funeral of the late Mrs. Bridget Burns was held this morning at 9 o'clock from the residence of Mrs. Ellen Summere and at 9:30 from St. Mary's Church. The Rev Father Leydon officiated and interment was in St. Mary's cemetery.
The Reardon Brothers were arrested for keeping their saloon open on Sunday. The case was continued this morning for ten days. They gave bond for their appearance.
Two fox terrier dogs owned by Louis Jungkianz died after ingesting poison intended to kill a rate. The incident occurred at the Jungkianz property, where authorities investigated the accidental poisoning and noted no further threats to people.
Notice urges every young Republican in Freeport and Stephenson County to attend Thursday night rally featuring Congressman Boutell of Chicago. First Voters club leads parade with Dram Corps, providing red torches and fireworks. Bring fellow youth, as one of the final campaign rallies to boost party showing. Kenneth Burrell secretary.
A Mothers' club holds an important work meeting Thursday at 2 PM at the Settlement home. Members are asked to come prepared to sew.
Parland Newhall male quartet Y M C A performs Thursday November 6 at 8 30 pm. Seac sale opens Tuesday at bargain time.
W A Floyd of Rural Route 2, Empire GA, says Bucklen's Arica Salve cured two bad leg sores. He values it highly, even willing to mortgage the farm to obtain it. Available for 25¢ at Jos Emmert’s drug store.
An old newspaper ad touts Keystone Flour at 8¢.30 per sack claiming unbeatable value and money back guarantee. It lists Sir Serre and Harcact at 52 Stephenson Street as the advertiser or contact point.
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