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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1908
Page
2
A fragmented notice from the Freeport office mentions delivery terms for a local paper. It lists subscription rates in advance, carrier or mail options, and a 16 cent per issue rate, with references to second class mailing.
The Freeport Journal is honored with an International Typographical Union emblem acknowledging its use of union labor in its mechanical departments. The badge signals support for organized labor in the newspaper industry.
A fragment lists presidential ticket roles and several named candidates for offices such as governor treasurer attorney general and circuit clerk. The garbled OCR includes names like WILLIAM H. TAFT, SHERMAN ALBERT J. HOPKINS, CHARLES S. DENKEN, JOHN G. OGLESBY, JAMES A. ROSE, and multiple others, indicating a historical party slate with numerous county and state posts.
Local notes list residents and visitors including J Long of Elizabeth and F W Davis en route to Chicago. Many names visit Rockford, Decatur, Adrian or Kanakakee. trips span Elizabeth, Mendota, Lena, Warren and the Panama Canal vacation of Frank H. Anderson. Motorola, Illinois Central officials meet in Chicago. Joe Lapp returns to Freeport and praises telephone work.
Freeport water analysis shows high purity, with Illinois Central preferring Freeport water for its dining car service. The railroad ships water from the city in five gallon carboys, labeling it as "Good old Freeport."
An important meeting of the W. E. O. Fe will be held tonight at 6 o'clock at St. Waty's hall.
Oakland Cemetery forms a permanent care fund funded by ten percent of lot sales rising to twenty percent after 1918. A five-person board elected Sept 9 oversees investments and bequest income, with strict oversight by the association’s board of directors. The group plans a stone waiting room near the entrance, with a water works system next season to service the grounds.
Governor Deneen maps auto travel through the twenty second district with muddy roads as crowds cheer at each stop. He outlines policies for a four year term if elected and discusses state institutions. A large Lebanon meeting marks one stop with Rodenberg also speaking.
Tomorrow evening Dr. R. C. Harker presents a free illustrated stereopticon lecture at the YMCA focusing on the lives of David, Saul, and Solomon. Known as a prominent lecturer, he offers the talk with no charge, promising strong attendee turnout.
Dyspepsia and indigestion relief claimed for constipation sour stomach sick headache malaria biliousness torpid liver and jaundice. Tablets purportedly cleanse the stomach regulate the bowels and aid digestion. Priced 20 cents per box with money back guarantee. Sold by Guepther & Co. druggists at the Galena corner.
Mrs Harriet Rotermel wife of William Rotermel 130 Winneshiek Street died Wednesday at 4 30 pm aged 28 after meningitis She leaves four children and was thrifted by Embury M E church Freeport and Royal Neighbors Rutland burial will be at Rutland with Rev Ray C Harker presiding Funeral Friday 2 30 pm in Freeport
William Long of Cedarville spent the night in Freeport after his horse bolted from a street crossing and wrecked his buggy. The animal headed toward the Senate hotel on Stephenson Street, causing extensive damage to wheels, axle, and harness while a second encounter halted the runaway. No injuries reported beyond vehicle damage.
Dr Jas M Gray who will lead evangelistic services and Bible studies at First Presbyterian is due Saturday evening. Mr and Mrs C A Potts in charge of music arrive tomorrow and invite all singers to meet Friday at 7 45 pm to learn the Revival Hymns. Christians from all churches are urged to cooperate without hindering their own duties.
The body of Jacob Walker was moved to City cemetery today and interred in a vault. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday morning at the cemetery with Rev. H. M. Markley of Second Presbyterian Church officiating.
A large number of Taft Sherman and Deneen pictures are available at the Republican County club rooms at no charge. The photos are described as fine finish and can be obtained by asking.
John White of 38 Highland Avenue Houston Maine reports seasonal cough relief after using Dr King s New Discovery. He bought a 50 cent bottle last winter and the cough remained gone until this winter. A few doses again banished the annual cough and he endorses the remedy as the best cough and lung medicine. Trial bottle free, sold with guarantee at Jos Emmert s drug store. 50c and 1.00.
The Synod of Illinois, uniting all Presbyterian churches in the state, will hold its annual meeting October 20 at First Presbyterian Church in Monmouth. Now including twelve presbyteries and Cumberland churches, representation ratios shrink. Freeport Presbytery drops from seven to four delegates in both classes. Rev. Dr. A. G. Berges of Decatur will serve as moderator and preach. The gathering signals a new era in Presbyterian church life in Illinois.
The annual Illinois conference of the United Brethren church opened in Quincy on Sept. 23 with over 100 delegates. Three women ministers took part Miss Murrell a returned Africa missionary Miss Knipe of Geneva and Miss Niswonger of Alexis. Rev. A Rigney of Adair conducted the opening services and Bishop G M Mathews of Chicago delivered the annual address. L O Miller of Dayton general treasurer spoke on Church Erection in General B M Spayd spoke on Conference Extension and J M Philippi on Christian Stewardship.
The sixty ninth annual session of the Rock River conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church begins next Tuesday at Woodlawn Methodist church Chicago. Bishop T B Neely presides and delivers a key address The conference features talks by Bishop Frank M Bristol and Rev Charles Bayard Mitchell while pastoral assignments top agenda. Several ministers plan moves including Harry Ward on a year Orient trip and Stowell L Bryant’s decision not to return to city ministry.
A Vermont man touts Dr. King s New Life Pills claiming relief from stomach liver and bowels with no fuss or friction. N H Brown of Pittsfield Vermont endorses the remedy sold at Jos Emmert s drug store for 26 cents with guaranteed satisfaction.
A compact trade blurb for a dry cleaning and dye works listing services offered including dry cleaning steam cleaning dyeing pressing and repair. Encourages customers to call for winter clothing care.
Lena September report notes Rev and Me, Kets Lutz returning home from Savanna after meetings at Hickory Grove Brethren church. Dennis Rowan and Leo Foley back near Waukon. Harvest Home slipper by Epworth league a success with netted funds. Lenstig Senior class plans Redpath Lyceum lecture course with four numbers next season. Visitors include Mr. and Mrs. H T Scott of Eureka Kansas. Mrs. C W Kiplinger to Lincoln Nebraska. Mr Kiplinger to follow. E W Shoesmith to Chicago to reside. Mrs. C C Wolf from Freeport visiting Miss Anna Schrade and others at county seat.
John H. O'Brien, once of Dixon, was held up and beaten in Freeport, losing $26 and a gold watch before being assaulted. A separate Dixon incident saw a local man, in company with a young lady, retaliate with a beating on a Freeport street and pay a $5 fine plus costs.
P J Daly of 1247 W Congress St Chicago shares his mother’s recovery using Electric Bitters a tonic for strength and energy Insomnia stomach liver and kidney issues improved She notes marked gains in freshness and ongoing strength Sold with guarantee at Jos Emmett's drug store 50c Also coat dye and velvet collar service offered by B B Dye Works warning: ad style promotional copy
All persons interested in the study of music both vocal and instrumental are asked to call upon Rosa E Vollrath located at 170 Exchange Street.
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