Special Sale In Grocery Department This Week
All items offered at low prices with many listed goods including potatoes at 15c per peck, 60c per bushel, Johnsons washing powder 15c, navy beans 6 quarts for 25c, Black Diamond tar soap 4c, Dake’s wafers 3 lbs for 25c, Elgin milk 10c, Horton & Gato salad dressing 19c, Swift bacon 94c lb, and more. Also notes Mechling Bros soda 9c, Armour soaps, Maryland Club tobacco 8c, and a claim that everything is the best and cheapest.
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Johnson
Dake
Elgin
Horton & Gato
Swift
Ranck
Mechling Bros
Armour
Maryland Club
Republican Nominees Likely For Greater New York Ticket
The first Greater New York Republican convention met at noon. A roll call was taken and by evening the likely nominees appeared: Mayor Benjamin F. Tracy, Comptroller Ashbel P. Fish, and Council President B. Ross Appleton. Fitch is seen as a gold Democratic nomination, honoring National Democracy’s role in McKinley’s election. It is denied that Seth Low will withdraw.
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New York City
New York
N. Y
Greater New York
Benjamin F. Tracy
Ashbel P. Fish
B. Ross Appleton
Fitch
McKinley
Seth Low
Massachusetts Democrats Choose State Officers Nomination
Massachusettts Democrats convened in Worosstter to nominate state officers. The platform aligns with the Chicago platform and argues for remonetization at 16 to 1, opposes national bank notes replacing greenbacks, endorses the demonetization argument, denounces the Dingley tariff, condemns Latimer shooting, and opposes government by injunction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
Worosstter
Mass
Chicago
First Annual Conference of Mayors Opens in Columbus
The first annual conference of mayors and councilmen of the United States Canada and Mexico opened in Columbus Ohio with Mayor Black presiding. One hundred sixty delegates attended as Governor Bushnell gave the welcome address.
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Columbus
United States
Canada
Mexico
Black
Bushnell
Old Soldiers at the State Fair in Springfield
Old soldiers pour into Springfield for reunions of regiments and old soldiers day at the state fair. Members form permanent organizations to meet annually at fair time.
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Springfield
Four new yellow fever cases in New Orleans reported
Special dispatches note four new yellow fever cases in New Orleans by noon. Separate reports from EpWRaps Mississippi and Mossie Alabama add ten new cases each for today and the past twenty four hours respectively.
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New Oceans
New Orleans
Savanna Holdup Targets Local Citizen Near Tom Jenks Place
A Savanna resident was held up by highwaymen tonight near the Tom Jenks place east of town. They demanded $140 and a watch, then fled. Officers are watching all avenues and expect to catch the suspects.
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Savanna
Tom Jenks
Miners Return to Work in Iowa District
One hundred miners returned to work this morning in the district ending a strike that had involved nine hundred miners. The union had demanded one dollar while the compromise settled at eighty five cents. Returning workers will receive eighty cents on October first.
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Drs Morris
Expert Testimony Opens on Luetgert Case in Sausage Factory Vat
Chicago Sept 28 Special After more evidence suggesting Mrs Luetgert is alive the defense began expert testimony on the vat at the sausage factory where Luetgert allegedly boiled his wife’s remains.
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Chicago
Luetgert
Irrigation Congress Opens in Lincoln Nebraska
The Irrigation congress assembled in Lincoln Nebraska this afternoon with welcoming remarks followed by responses and an address from Moses president of the executive committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irrigation Congress
Lincoln, Neb
Moses
Executive Committee
Tollerson Hears From His Son in Luzerne Switzerland
B. W. Tollerson has learned that his son Harry and Professor Holmes, once reported captured by brigands, are safe at Luzerne in Switzerland. The update comes from Toledo Ohio and confirms their location amid the earlier fears.
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Tollerson
Toledoo
B. W. Tollerson
Harry
Professor Holmes
Luzerne
Switzerland
Big Loss by Fire in Williamsfield Business District
A large fire in Williamsfield Illinois yesterday night destroyed two blocks of the business district. Estimated loss amounts to twenty five thousand dollars. The blaze was brought under control after extensive damage to several storefronts and interiors. Local fire crews and investigators are assessing the scene.
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Williamsfield
Ills
Three Section Men Killed in Moskingum Valley Collision
An inspection train on the Muskingum Valley road struck a handcar this morning, killing three section men and wounding two others. The accident occurred in Zanesville Ohio as crews were examining track conditions. Officials said the handcar failed to clear the main line in time and the locomotive could not avoid the collision. Local authorities are investigating the cause of the mishap and the injured were hospitalized for treatment.
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Zanesville, O
Muskingum Valley Road
Markets Brief from Outrago and Freeport Board
Latest Quotations from boards of trade show September wheat at 88 cents, December wheat 90.3, September corn 27, December corn 29.14, oats at 19 and 19.4. Pork and lard mark declines and gains, Board of Trade figures indicate mixed cattle and sheep activity with 22,000 sheep weak. Freeport dispatch notes weak corn and oats with limited demand, slight rally potential on demand, and mixed wheat futures, with receipts from Chicago and Northwest regions totaling thousands of cars and hogs.
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Boards of Trade and Stock Yards Outrago
Freeport Board OF Trade
Frerront
Schwartz, Dupee. & Co
M. E. McHenry
St. Louis
Northwest
New York
Death of Mrs Whier and Death of Mr Vorrey in Freeport
Mrs F N Weler died at 2 30 PM Monday at her Madison Street home after quick illness from kidney trouble She was born Matilda Blust in Freeport October 18 1875 and married F N Weler three years ago She leaves husband father and five sisters Funeral Wednesday at 2 PM from the Madison Street residence Rev Schmidt of the German Lutheran church will officiate Matt Vorrey long time Illinois Central conductor who once ran through Freeport died in Dubuque last night Funeral is set for Wednesday at 2 PM in Dubuque conducted by Frank Farley and remembered by many Freeporters.
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F. N. Weler
Madison Street
Medeke
Hleroy
G. Rye
Jacob Gray
Emma Bluet
Freeport
Katie Bluest
Florence Township
Schmidt
Voreey
J. RB. Rosebrugh
Frank Farley
Dubuque
Matt Vorrey
Vorrey
Illinois Central
Frank
Farley
Brewster House
Life in Lena and Nearby Visits
In Lena on September 28 Miss Lulu Clark of Freeport visited on business and returned home this morning. James Edwards of Epworth Illinois, a guest of E W Shoesmith, left for Chicago as Mrs Shoesmith also traveled to Freeport. Fate has returned from Minnesota after visiting his sister. Mrs Fitzgerald and her daughter set out for Kansas City. Dr W E Tucker underwent a lip amputation making his appearance unfamiliar. Mrs John McCauley and daughters returned to Rock Grove after a week with Mrs O E Sullivan. Miss Florence McHugh of Galena spent the day with Miss Jessie Beadle and plans to go to Chicago University tomorrow. Rinaldo Lodge K of P will meet tonight at 8.00.
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Lena
Lulu Clark
Freeport
James Edwards
Epworth
E. W. Shoesmith
Chicago
Fate
Minnesota
Chicago University
Weather Outlook for Chicago Tonight and Wednesday
Illinois fair and slightly warmer tonight and Wednesday with fresh south to east winds shifting as the storm moves in from the west. Temperatures rise modestly, with pleasant conditions expected across the city.
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Chicago
Grand Millinery Opening at Mrs Kecks
Grand millinery opening announced for Wednesday and Thursday September 29 and 30 at Mrs N B Keck's. Ladies of Freeport and vicinity invited to attend whether they buy or not.
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Mra. N. B. Keck’s
Freeport and Vicinity
Freeport
Mrs Jennie Green Brandt Modiste Ad at 53 N Galena Ave
Modiste Mrs Jennie Green Brandt advertises parlors at 53 North Galena Avenue with guarantee of satisfaction. The brief notice emphasizes customer satisfaction and location. The date appears as 8 28 or August 28 but not clearly formatted.
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Jennie Green Brandt
Galena Ave
Display of pattern hats at Miss Brinkman’s millinery
On Thursday Friday and Saturday September 30 October 1 and 2 there will be a display of pattern hats and bonnets at Miss Brinkman’s millinery establishment. Ladies are cordially invited to attend.
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Brinkman
M W A Meeting Initiates Candidates in Freeport
Miss Schrenkler found a gold locket with a pictured portrait Sunday and awaits the owner at her home. The Salvation Army reported six souls saved over Sunday and Monday as membership grows. General Neil Dow, veteran prohibitionist, lies at the point of death in Portland Maine, Sept 28.
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Miss Schrenkler
Salvation Army
Neil Dow
Portland
Bucklen Arnica Salve claims and guarantee text
Bucklen's Arnica Salve touted as the best in the world for oats bruises sores ulcers sal s rheam fever sores to be chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a guarantee of satisfaction or money back price 25 cents per box for sale by Emmert and Burrell
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Emmert & Burrell
Miss Peters Opens New Hair Salon With Friends
Mrs. N. E. KEOK announces opening days Wednesday and Thursday September 29 and 30 with head trimmer Miss Peters and a welcome for friends and customers.
Something to Depend on Dr Kings New Discovery
Mr James Jones of Jones Son Cowden Illinois touts Dr Kings New Discovery after his wife faced La Grippe that nearly became consumption Doctors could not help until a bottle brought rapid improvement from the first dose Half dozen dollar bottles cured her Emmert Burrells Drug Store offers free trials
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James Jones
Jones & Son
Cowden
Dr. King
la Grippe
Pana
Freeport Cornet Band to Host Grand Ball at Old Templera Hall
The Freeport Cornet band to hold a grand ball at Old Templera hall on Thursday October 7 with Barrett's orchestra. Tickets available from band members. A grand good time for all.
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Freeport Cornet Band
Old Templera Hall
Barret
Killed in Chester Crash At Ourrcroft Morning
Mytro Dobinski George Baldwin and Maud Baldwin were killed when a Baltimore and Ohio express struck their wagon at Ourrcroft this morning near Crosalug Chester Pennsylvania.
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Crosalug
Chester
Mytro Dobinski
George and
Maud Baldwin
Baltimore & Ohio Express
Ourrcroft
Representative displays samples at J Hoffman store
A Wednesday event features a Glass representation of 8 items from The Farrier of Chicago for inspection. The store invites purchase interest and emphasizes fur garment repairs at J Hoffman’s 9 27 d8t location.
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Glass
Farrier
Chicago
J. Hoffman's
Advance Styles In Fall and Winter Millinery
Opening Friday and Saturday October 1 and 2. Mrs Joan Gorr 108 Galena Bt presents new fall and winter millinery styles with selections for the season.
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Joan Gorr
Galena Bt
Grand Millinery Opening at Mrs H E Bogar
Take notice of a grand millinery opening hosted by Mrs H E Bogar from September 28 to October 2. Local shoppers are invited to preview new hats and accessories at the shop.
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H. E. Bogar
DeJongh's Grand Opening This Wednesday
One of the speoks notes DeJongh's grand opening on Wednesday September 29. Do not miss it.
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Speoks
DeJongh
Also Mentioned on This Page
Kingsley
Department Store
Grocery Department
Kingsleys Department
Otort
Awfords
A. W. Ford & Son
Stephenson
Rockford
Vinn & Sovereign
Rochelle
Ill
Tracy
Conference of Mayors
Northwestern
Minneapolis
Duluth
Paris
Antwerp
Liverpool
Rinaldo Lodge
K. of P
Reyal
Royal Baking Powder
Foley St
Clay St
Prince
Freeport Camp
Ree Reece
Misses Tummel
Stephenson St
Opp, Court House
A. O.thomas
Galena
Tall
Dunlap
Wm. Walton Clothing Department
Stephenson Street
DE Jongh
ONGR
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