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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1906
Page
5
The piece argues that Mr. Bryan must woo southern Democrats to sustain votes for government ownership of railroads. It claims southerners oppose federal control to avoid dismantling Jim Crow cars, forcing Bryan to hedge on the idea while abroad. It concludes he will push radical schemes if his view shifts, risking party ruin.
A list of residents and guests making a round of trips to Chicago Mt Carroll Champaign Shannon Freeport Savanna and Waseca Minn. Names include A M Smith Marie Baume Fred Winters Oscar Pote T L Waddell J W Miller A A Lamm A A Potter Alice Hoffman Irving Hoefer Frank Ridgway R J Carnahan and bride O R Zipf Clara Poffenholz Cyrus Runkle Al Walters H C Gray Rollin Breyman Jackson Marion Meacham and others with visits to relatives and studies detailed.
Miss Geneva Baltzer joined Burrell Bros grocery. Miss Gertie Winters resigned from Jourdan Stukenberg. No YMCA men’s meetings tomorrow due to Prohibition Chautauqua. King’s Daughters’ Settlement board to meet Monday. WRC sewing school holds Tuesday business meeting at Mrs Palmer’s Chicago Street. Miss Gladys Palmer and Miss Katherine Stewart to start millinery work at F A Read Monday. C E Wilkins photographer received a medal of merit at Illinois Photographers convention in Springfield. exhibit shown.
The funeral of the late Mrs. Mary O Brien will be held from her residence at 14 Taylor Avenue at 9 oclock and from St Marys church at 9 30 oclock Monday morning Reverend Father Croke officiating. Interment will be in St Marys cemetery pallbearers are Richard Sheridan Dennis OConnell James Grace Bernard Coyle James McGittrick and Patrick Reedy. Charles Mc Namara in charge of arrangements.
Site search by board members Dr. CG C Kost of Dixon Rev J H Leyham of Havanna and Rev EK Johnson of Rockford ended with no decision after conference with Dr J T White. Several proposed locations were considered before returning home this morning.
An advertisement claims persistent bodily discomfort signals low vitality and promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea. It asserts the tea or tablets restore health and lists a 35 cent price, with Joseph Emmert named as the seller.
C Stover advertises 20 cents per load of dirt for filling, with delivery across the river in North Dakota. The short notice indicates availability and payment terms.
Plans call for increasing YMCA dues from 800 to 800 new members in thirty days. A Tuesday evening meeting at the association building will unveil the campaign plan and invite every member to participate to aid Freeport's YMCA amid a rebuilt push for citywide involvement.
A half hour concert at the Baptist church tomorrow night features an organ voluntary Anchanting No 2 by Lemaire, with Miss Holeotna and others. It includes hymns and an anthem Abouutm Est.200.0s and a second anthem Soek Ye the Lord. Roberts and BeTINON perform pieces, plus Organ Pastide.
Phillipsburg Kansas resident Sam Kendall touts Bucklin Arnica Salve as the quick cure for burns boils sores and wonds with promises of relief. The advert notes the salve costs 25 cents at Joseph Emmert's drug store and carries a guarantee.
A fragment notes a bold sales pitch for a six cent cigar linked to W E F Jungkunz as sole distributor. It mentions a $36.00 cigar offer and a Supreme Judge reference, implying exclusive pricing and limited availability. The tone resembles an advertising plug with strong urging to purchase locally.
Large crowds attended sessions of a Prohibition chautauqua. Col John Sobieski, noted prohibition lecturer, spoke on army life and Russia and Siberian exiles in Stephenson county. The Meneley quartet performed, with encores, and Sun afternoon is free with Sunday evening admission set at twenty five cents.
The county court probates the will of Jacob G. Fisher of Oneco. All property goes to Adella Fisher, wife, with a contingent revocation if she remarries while her son Clarence Eugene Fisher is alive. If Clarence dies, property reverts to Mrs. Fisher even if she remarries. Mrs. Fisher is named sole executrix.
At John Yanupel booth the guessing contest announced seeds in the forty eight pound squash as 486. First prize $10 over coat goes to H N Janssen of German Valley with guess 490. Other guesses 480 by Homer Cotta 189 American street J O Murphy Clifton house and F Snyder Freeport. Second prize $5 hat awarded.
The will of James W. Rathbun of Oneco is filed in county court probate. It disperses 1000 to Samuel Rathbun, 500 to Lena Sprote, 300 to Scott Zerby, 250 to Charles Zerby, 200 to Mrs. Sarah Rathbun, with remaining estate split equally among Elmira Leverton, Fracella Kline, and Samuel Rathbun. M G Wirsing named executor.
The streets committee and county highway board awarded the West street culvert contract to William H. Shons at 6.95 per lineal foot, underbidding rival William Boelter who bid 6.97 per foot.
Mrs Williams Jr Ross Dunlap and Arthur Williams left this afternoon for Racine Wisconsin to visit their aunt Mrs BE Williams who is critically ill. Mrs Williams formerly resided in Freeport and has many friends in this city.
Claude Walker a drayman for the Yordy Brothers sustained severe crushing of the first and second fingers of his left hand this morning while unloading several boxes from a dray.
Social notes report Dr and Mrs J A Polinge entertained a number of friends last evening at their Lincoln avenue home with a duck supper.
A notice lists Amelia K Schreier of Stockton and William B Eisner of Hannantown as issued licenses to wed with the date and location details partially readable in the standard public notices section.
Joseph Bach transfers Lot 4 in Bach's Addition to Rudolph J. West phal for 500 dollars. The transaction records Bach's addition as the property and notes the consideration as five hundred dollars.
The article notes the gorilla as the strongest animal of its size with the largest lungs and argues strong lungs aid life. It shares Mrs. Ora A. Stephens of Port Williams Ohio praising Dr King’s New Discovery for a two year cough and lung trouble. Trial bottle free, price 50c and $1.00, guaranteed by Joseph Emmert.
Cora Branen notes to call phone 21 at carpet cleaning time on 8 28diw.
A display featuring tall shoes was presented at the E and W venue on September 7, drawing curiosity from attendees. The exhibit showcased varied styles and heights, highlighting fashion trends and shop craftsmanship amid a local market setting.
The committee on county accounts requests acceptance of bills for fees of justices of the peace, constables and officers at the courthouse on Monday September 1 at 10 a.m. before filing with the county clerk on Tuesday. No previously rejected claims will be reconsidered. Louis Dickes, Chairman. 9-8d lt
The E. and W. shoe line for fall is right for the season with its first showing now.
Freeport blanked La Crosse 2 to 0 as Wenig pitched eight innings and Warhop finished. Lelivelt faced protest over salary limit, La Crosse alleging Philadelphia Americans claim. Freeport leads Wisconsin State league race amid a tense postgame controversy and strong hitting.
A La Crosse telephone report says a large crowd witnessed the game and Freeport received the best of treatment. Freeport players were nervous at first but soon played the test game of their lives. Manager Moriarity says the men are in top condition as they stay at their hotel and anticipate victory in three ports. Scott will pitch today Warhop on Sunday Flynn on the firing line Monday. Large crowd expected at the opening game with Wenng returning from Chicago next Wednesday.
The Freeport-La Crosse series will open in this city with five games beginning September 12. The matchups are billed as unusually interesting, promising strong competition and local interest.
Wausau wins 12 to 6 as Long pitches well and Wausau bats explode. Scoring shows a strong late charge with players Lang Troeh Stadler and Rattert delivering key hits for Wausau, while Oshkosh struggles on defense.
The article condemns the hostile treatment of Freeport in La Crosse and Wausau while praising Oshkosh for fair play. It notes Freeport, the Pretzel town aiding Neene's Canners, faces prejudice as pennant race shifts, with threats of reactions if the pennant returns to Taylor's park.
Before the series opener in La Crosse locals prepared to protest any Freeport victory if Outfielder Lelivelt plays for the Champs. President Elliott says Lelivelt may be barred if sold to the Philadelphia Americans. an investigation will determine legality and potential protests across all games he played. Lelivelt has starred for the Pretzels with strong hitting and fielding.
The Record quotes Wausau fans preferring clean baseball over pennant wins as Freeport and La Crosse contend for the title. It condemns Freeport’s methods, claims the pennant would be tarnished if won, and notes Billy Sunday’s limited impact in the Illinois town.
The Freeport Standards defeated Orangeville S to UW at Taylors Park on Friday afternoon. A sensational fronting catch by L. Herble highlighted the game. Stand ards lineup included Young, Seitz, Culam, Cavanaugh, Dabs, Rung, Griffin, Grant, Herbig and others.
Fish removed from the Third Ward park lagoon were released into the Pecatonica river today. Fishers are warned not to use these stocked fish as bait and to return any caught. Deputy game warden A. Reiger offers flesh and game laws, with strict enforcement and penalties for violators.
Mrs J Gilbert and her children express gratitude to friends and neighbors for kindnesses shown during their recent bereavement.
Mary He Walters of St Clair Street Columbus Ohio describes severe stomach weakness from medicines and insomnia. After Electric Bitters was prescribed she improves immediately and experiences complete recovery. Guaranteed by Joseph Emmert.
Help wanted at a canning factory. Advertised roles include men women boys and girls seeking employment. No further details provided.
Stephen son and Jo Daviess counties host a temperance convention in Freeport with state president to attend. Diamond Medal Contest features speakers who already won the medal in silver, gold, and grand gold contests. The program spans Sept 20 21 with devotions speeches greetings committees reports music and a diamond medal contest followed by a Friday evening address by Miss Marie C. Brehm state president Illinois WCTU.
A long schedule of Sunday worship at Trinity United Evangelical and other Freeport churches outlines services, sermons, and Sunday schools. Topics include Jesus as King, union Bible society services, morning prayers, vestry meetings, and evening sermons. Visitors welcome at Trinity, Grace Episcopal, First M E, Second Presbyterian, First English Lutheran, First United Brethren, Embury Methodist, First Church of Christ Scientist, First Presbyterian and Oak Street German Evangelical, with specific times and hymn mentions.
Freeport lodge No 462 Knights of Pythias to meet in the castle hall Monday evening for the transaction of business.
Joseph C. Foster his wife and son stayed a few days at residence 288 Douglas avenue with Mr and Mrs Wilson and family. They plan to return home to Martinsburg Pennsylvania from Manchester Iowa.
A fragmented, old newspaper fragment shows a scene with a grandparent figure, children, and a parent named Joseph Exguert. The text hints at family dynamics during a tense or unsettled night, mentioning a specific location and a domestic setting.
A fragment from the Daily Journal notes city coverage with unclear details. Readable text references the city, but specific events, dates or names are not fully legible. The item appears to be a local news snippet awaiting clearer wording.
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