15 Sep 1898
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1898
Page
1
Local suppliers tout high grade lumber, thoroughly seasoned and protected under cover to prevent warping from rain and sun. They claim best value for builders in town and country, urging customers to use their stock for quality results.
The Sixth Illinois volunteer infantry, with a strong regional share from country districts, is listed to arrive in Chicago tomorrow morning and disembark at the Lake Shore depot. Colonel Foster seeks muster out in Chicago, citing easier home access from there. the unit’s Porto Rico service is noted with pride.
Washington dispatch reports Gen Miles confined to his bed with illness or weakness. The brief item notes his indisposition as of September 15 and does not provide further medical details or anticipated recovery timeline.
A touch of fever from work and exposure in the campaign affects the peace commission. All members except Senator Gray had an extended conference with the president, and Gray is expected there this afternoon.
New Haven Conn September 15 special The Republican state convention re assembled today McKinley’s name drew enthusiastic cheers Ex Governor Lounsberry was nominated for governor The platform calls for punishment of any official whose incompetence harmed war lives and health It urges seacoast and harbor defenses and government control of the Nicaragua canal.
Reno Nevada special desk reports the Republican state convention met this afternoon with William McMillan likely to head the ticket for governor. Denver Colorado dispatch adds United States Senator Wolcott was unanimously chosen temporary chairman and praised the avoidance of cross-party negotiations and internal disputes among delegates.
In Louisviuz Kentucky a motorman J F Wilner his two year old child and a woman named Nellie McGullin were found dead in a hotel room. A note left by the woman indicates she killed them and then herself.
In St Louis on September 15 a riot erupted near the western avenue area. Wm Kane a non union worker was fatally wounded and three others were seriously hurt as confrontations escalated amid labor tensions.
Omaha Nebraska September 15 special report describes the closing day of the national currency conference. Gen A J Warner of Ohio president of the American Bi Metallic union read a paper urging limited issue of irredeemable currency. Congressman C N Fowler of New Jersey replied supporting bank currency.
In Kinaston New York on September 15 special report says Arthur Hoffman a Pine Hill blacksmith murdered his wife and then killed himself. Jealousy is cited as the motive.
Martin Murphy, aged Lena resident near Stephenson county, was buried this morning with Masonic tribute. Mrs. M V Hinds and daughter Josie plan to move to David City Nebraska. Veterans from Co L and locals attended the Freeport soldiers reunion. The Lutheran Young Ladies Missionary society hosts an entertainment titled an up-to-date magazine at the church Friday night inviting all.
No family should be without Foley's Colic Cure for all bowel complaints. H. J. Moogk, Swarts and Fleck advertise this remedy in a concise consumer notice with emphasis on universal usefulness.
Suspected forecast update indicates thundery conditions with occasional storms across Ontario and Nebraska. Southerly winds are noted, with possible fluctuations in intensity and timing throughout the period.
Report shows comparative assessments for 1897 and 1898 by local assessors across Illinois counties for use by the state board of equalization. The document, prepared by the auditor of public accounts, will be reviewed by board members upon their return. Also noted: society officers not elected due to small attendance. medical extracts promoted by Emmert & Burrell. local farmer George White reports a strong peach crop. advertisements feature Rocky Mountain Tea claims.
The Illinois conference of the Free Methodists will meet in Kewanee on September 20. Debate centers on whether instrumental music should be allowed in churches, challenging the church discipline which forbids it. Rev. C F Spalding of Franklin Grove faced removal for placing an organ last year. Also discussed is last year’s Freeport resolution condemning all secret societies.
Notice seeks locating a stick pin shaped like a wheel with a diamond in the center. Return to this office for a reward. The fragment suggests a local missing item notice likely from a historical newspaper.
Generous promotion from Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds who say they have given away over ten million trial bottles and claim thousands cured of asthma bronchitis hoarseness and lung diseases. Emmiert Burrell druggists offer a free trial bottle with regular sizes priced 50c and 1.0, guaranteed or money back.
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