Bicycling Tour Reports Five Hundred Mile Return
Dan Voss and Arthur Clermont returned from a ten day bicycle trip through northern Michigan. They rode a tandem bicycle covering about five hundred miles and visited friends in Benton Harbor St. Joseph and Kalamazoo. At Kalamazoo they stayed with Edward Gleason, formerly of this city.
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Michigan
Dan Voss
Arthur Clermont
Benton Harbor
St. Joe
Kalamazoo
Edward Gleason
Hey
Railroad ties Chicago man to new Valley line
Theodore Rockenfeller of Chicago, linked with the Mississippi Valley and Gulf railroad, visited town on business. The line, recently incorporated with capital of 59 million dollars, plans construction to start this month in town and will ultimately reach the Gulf of Mexico. Local financiers H B Brb and C G Bally Bal lentine are also connected with the project.
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Theodore Rockenfeller
Chicago
Warren to Play Winslow in Sunday Ball Game
Excitement runs high in Winslow as Warren and Winslow clash Sunday. Winslow has beaten Warren twice, and Jo Daviess county fans vow to back their team with local support and money.
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Warren
Winslow
Jo Daviess County
Three Tramps Arrested In City Crackdown Order
Police arrested three tramps last night amid a city crackdown. Chief Sweeney instructed officers to detain suspicious characters to deter housebreaking and petty larceny within the city limits.
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Sweeney
Art Hillebrand Heads to Princeton and South Dakota Ranch
Arthur Hillebrand passed through the city en route to a large ranch he owns in South Dakota. He plans to return next week to visit his father Dr. C. M. Hillebrand. Hillebrand will go to Princeton on September 7 where he serves as head coach of the Princeton football team.
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Art Hillebrand
Arthur Hillebrand
South Dakota
C. M. Hillebrand
Hillebrand
Princeton
Petition in Bankruptcy Filed by Otto L Groff
Otto L Groff a telegraph operator from East Dubuque filed a bankruptcy petition in federal court his attorney D E Maguire liabilities 777 10 assets 123 50.
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Otto L. Groff
East Dubuque
D. E. Maguire
Dance at Warren Social Tonight by Edward Gilbert Orchestra
A party of twenty young people will go to Warren this evening to attend a social dance. Edward Gilbert's orchestra will furnish the music.
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Warren
Edward Gilbert
Labor Day notices and local society updates
Local notes report Labor Day activities including molders at BE W clothing and post office hours from nine to ten, with carrier deliveries in the forenoon. Mrs Billerbeelk and Miss Kleckner appear in community notices, J H McNulty tenants in new Galena street apartments, and the Maccabees host a card party in the hall above the State bank admission ten cents. Albertson and Stumm move two carloads of pianos into their Galena street store room.
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J. H. McNulty
Lolir
Galena Street
Poat
Ladies of the Maccabees
State Bank
Albertson & Stumm
WMO
Gil the Machinery and the Laxative Syrup Pepsin
In the era of curious ad copy, the piece likens the human body to intricate machinery and promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as oil to prevent friction. It claims benefits for the stomach, bowels, liver, and relief from constipation dyspepsia and headaches with druggist availability.
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Gil
Caldwell
Moogk
Wm. F. Jungkunz
Shale LY
Splendid Lacrosse Game Beats Freeport in Close Contest
Freeport lost to La Crosse 4 to 0 in a pitching duel where Konetchy homered, Karnell committed key errors, and McGill pitched well for Freeport. The game featured scattered hits, defensive miscues, and a dramatic late explosion by La Crosse as they capitalized on Freeport mistakes.
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Freeport
la Crosse
New South-Paw
Wisconsin
McGill
Jocal
Lua Crosse Artillery
Dodge
Danny
Barnum
Elreus
Karneli
Konetchy
Karnell
McGil
Klock
Morey
Cahill
O'Leary
Vogt
Carson
Kenerdy
Mead
Tiarlow
Touseholder
Mit
Killian
Javo Jen Wert
Ailiat
Donethy
Barlow Crew
Cubill
GO Ledoy
Sun
Karmnell
Baseball Notes and Freeport Visit Schedule
The notes describe manager Moriarity weighing season end changes and costs, attempts to arrange a Galena game, Beloit’s two-game visit with Schneiberg Sunday and Scott Easton and McGill Monday, and Freeport’s last trip visiting Oshkosh Wausau Beloit and La Crosse, with Beloit series and travel plan.
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Praertort
Amorinrity
Barrow
Horseholder
Suitvan
Recah Vtec
Karnel
Gorgon
LA Cross
Bhs
MeeHtt
Dole
Birlow
Kiotelly
Moriarity
Galena
Freeport
Boloit
Schneiberg
Scott
Easton
McGill
Beloit
Green Bay
Oshkosh
Wausau
Beloi
la Crosse
Oshkosh Defeats Beloit to Strengthen Second Place
Oshkosh, Wis., Aug. 81 — Oshkosh strengthened its hold on second place by defeating Beloit, with a final score of 68 to 36. The game featured top performances from Freiteg and Moore, while Green Bay also hosted a series finale on the same date with Green Bay losing 8 to 5 to Wansa.
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Oshkosh
Wis
Beloit
The
Butte Maimond Une Moore
Freiteg
Green Bay
Antoine Leaves Baseball for Telephone Work in South Bend
The Elgin Courier notes Antoine, former Freeport catcher and Elgin first baseman, quits baseball to build up the automatic telephone exchange in South Bend Indiana. Notre Dame electrical engineering graduate, he joined the Automatic Telephone company in Chicago and was sent to Columbus to install the system. Upon South Bend field opening, he becomes resident manager Bracken of Chicago replaces him on the Elgin team.
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Elgin Courier
Antoine
Freeport
Elgin
South Bend
Ind
Notre Dame University
The
Automatic Telephone Company
Chicago
Columbus
Ohio
Feld
Bracken
Alice Wilson Magnus Lands Role in The Toast of the Town
Alice Wilson Magnus has been selected by Clyde Fitch for a key role in his new play The Toast of the Town with Viola Allen set to star this season. The stage engagement follows changes to prior plans including Hawtrey canceling an American tour and Flo remaining in England with the Haymarket Company.
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Alice Wilson Magnus
Toast of the Town
Alice Wilson
Clyde Fitch
Viola Allen
Isabel Frying
Fitch
Miss Wilson
Miss Trying
Elgin Belvidere rail line prediction amid grading delay
Officials forecast cars running within three months on the Elgin Belvidere line despite a contractor delay in grading. They warn that poles must be installed before frost and estimate grading progress at about twenty percent below typical need, yet describe the project as in excellent condition for a roadbed on this line.
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Elgin-Belvidere
Elgin Belvidere
Tudiisiade Poetry and Humorous Quackery Ad
An article promotes Ty. Cauldwell's Laxative Syrup Pepsin as a remedy for indigestion and skin issues. It mocks Hindoo stereotypes and urges readers to buy the product from local druggists H. J. Moark and Wao. FL Jungkunz.
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H. J. Moark
Wao
Jungkunz
Fell Forty Foot in Pearl City Lands in Hospital
Aut Selmell, helping Win Adams thrash Monday, fell through a hay shed boarded pit to a basement over forty feet. He suffered a broken leg about three inches above the ankle and was attended by Dr. Keester before being taken home. The incident prompted a reminder to protect one s legs, with an advertisement for trousers at the Golden Eagle.
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Pearl City
Aut Selmell
Win
Adams
Keester
The
Success of fair is assured in Taylor park county exhibition
The article outlines the Northern Illinois Agricultural association aims and the Taylor park fair, praised site access via electric cars, shade trees for picnics, and on-site lunches. It notes strong leadership, no favoritism, expanding exhibition space, and an emphasis on education with maps, scholastic displays, and a robust manual training show under Superintendent Grove.
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Northern
Lnots Agricultural Association
Taylor's Park
Stephenson County
Ie Educational Department
Eve Fion
Crewe
Grove
Yfaly
County fair season brings crops weather and rural leisure
Farmers gain amusement after harvest as the county fair and carnival promise success this year. Exibitors and patrons alike contribute to a lively exhibit scene with large crops and strong community confidence.
Powers Talks Of Baseball Future In Wisconsin Mississippi Valley League
John T. Powers, Chicago, head of the Wisconsin league, toured Oshkosh and Appleton outlining plans for two flourishing leagues next season. He predicted a state league including Oshkosh, Green Bay, Appleton, Fond du Lac, Sheboygan, Manitowoc, Wausau, Marinette with weekday and Sunday games, and a Mississippi Valley league with Beloit, Freeport, Rockford, La Crosse, Janesville, Clinton, Dubuque, and Winona. He expects Appleton and Fond du Lac to join, while Oshkosh and Green Bay stay in the state league. Powers acknowledged high expenses but optimism for growth and economy next year. He also noted a black eye from a practice session in Green Bay.
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President Powers
Oshkosh
Oshkosh Northwestern
John T. Powers
Chicago
Appleton
Fox River
Fox River Valley League
Appleton Evening Crescent
Powers
Oshkosh Ana Green Bay
State League
Valley League
Green Bay
Fond du Lac
Tsee
Capeital
Riverside Campmeeting Sermons Draw Large Congregations
Riverside Park hosts eighth day encampment with bright skies and an eclipse lure. Rev. J. Zipperer preached a stirring morning sermon on the Baptism of the Holy Spirit while Rev. G. C. Gasser and Rev. Steege shared impactful talks. German prayers and children’s meetings grow. newcomers Prof. Umbach and Rev. Heinmiller drew keen attention as camp attendance remains strong.
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Riverside Park
J. Zipperer
Ashton
Ill
G. C. Gasser
Hooppole
Steege
Barrington, Til
Naperville Park
Ott
Geneseo
L. Umbach
Union Biblical Institute
Naperville
Boelter
Umbach
Riverside
Monroe
Wis
Kesselring
Mt. Gurrell
Buelter Af
Heinmiller
D. D
Cleveland
Morenoon
Hoinmillers
J. A. Gieseevining
Binser
A. Neitz
Hey
Neitz
Salent Church
Liszt
Widener
Washington
Colonel's Wintertian Praises Electric Bitters Cure
A Texas man, Colonel John M. Puller of Haney Grove, touts Electric Bitters as the cure for dyspepsia biliousness and kidney disease after failed doctor visits. Sold by Joseph Ennett at 50 cents a bottle with guaranteed relief. Mother advertises children’s clothing, Golden Eagle.
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John M. Puller
Haney Grove
Texas
Waterloo
Joseph Eniuert
Notice on dog tax payments and pound duties
City authorities warn dog owners who have not paid taxes to settle within fifteen days with Wm. Fivelay or the city clerk. Tramp dogs and derelict vehicles should be brought to the police station or left for Mr Vigeley for disposition. Oldin Boys advertise a school suit at the Golden Eagles from $1,498.16 to $500.
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Fivelay
Vigeley
Firarpgy
Oldin
The Royal Chef and The Forbidden Land at the Grand
Amusements page previews The Royal Chef’s grand production at the Grand next Monday with a replica of The Spirit of 76 as its model. The Forbidden Land, a Tibet locale comic opera with Edward Garvie leading a strong cast, debuts at the Grand Opera House on Tuesday with elaborate scenery and costuming.
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New York
Grand Canyon
Arizona
Guy S. Steely
Frederick Chajfin
Lhassa
Tibet
Edward Garvie
Charles A. Morgan
W. H. Clark
Thomas Cameron
Hughie Flaherty
H. 8.Austin
Abbott Adams
Alma Youlin
Grace McArty
Mabel Laffin
Out for Quantrell's Gang In Kansas Fury At Reunion
Topeka dispatch reports rising hostility in Kansas over Quantrell’s guerrillas after their Independence reunion. Indicted Lawrence era raiders are cited and Gov Hoch hinted at possible requisitions for trial. A full list of indicted men is included amid a charged public call for justice. The piece also notes closing of county offices and advertises Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea.
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Topeka
Kans
Kansas
Quantrell
Independence
Lawrence
Tn Lawrence
Gov. Hoch
Gov. Folk
S. A. Riggs
Cyrus Leland
Lawrences
Gov. Welk
William Quantrell
Richard Yeager
George Todd
Bennett Wood
Wilam Anderson
Richard Maddox
Willian Maddox
Givens Horn
George Maddox
William McGuire
Columbia Tire
John Tire
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Freeport Journal
International Typographical Union
John Billerbeelk
Edith Kleckner
Wim. Walton Nephews' Store
Fresport
Koveeny Journan
Mreaport Standard
Board of Supervisors
Lacrosse
M’gill
Wausnu
P.C. LaCrosse
BF Ai
Beloit Ween O
Oo Ff
Reen Bay
Ihay
Wrusenss
Rhe Wansa
Batterives
Gasper and Mutt
Flynn and
Connors
the Golden Eagle
Wil
Wisconsin League
Mississippi
Riverside Campmeeting
Golden Eagle
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Joseph Emmert
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