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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1878
Page
5
A reader reflects on the binding idea of a mother's apron string in shaping young men. The piece condemns lax temptations and praises self sacrifice and guidance, arguing restraint protects future husbands and fathers from dissipation and moral ruin.
The article details several moth species that destroy woolen goods, fur, and textiles. It explains life cycles from May eggs to June hatching, and describes worm feeding, cocooning, and emergence. It urges thorough summer airing, light exposure, brushing, turpentine, camphor, and fumigation to protect closets, garments, and fabrics.
The report accuses Colonel William Heath once auditor for two terms of misusing household furniture funds. He allegedly hid items then sold them at auction and gained about $200 extra. Furniture valued around $3,000, years ago, is cited amid a $140,000 school tools shortfall Heath supervised as custodian. An indictment for embezzlement was previously returned but quashed. a later edictment was found.
Reports from Battleford and Cypress Hills recount unsettled tribal tensions with Big Bear demanding local settlement of conflicts and the repeal of buffalo laws. A Stony chief deserts his tribe and travels alone while a Turtle Lake Chippewa chief says he received Big Bear’s invitation and plans to listen further. The steamship Manitoba arrives with 65 passengers and 125 tons of freight a month early. In Bismarck the Seventh Cavalry prepares for field service and depot quartermaster Chubb departs for Standing Rock. An Indian agent at Berthed contemplates resignation amid local warfare. A bank forgery tied to a soldier who fell with Custer prompts telegrams from St Paul. Lincoln whispers of a high-ranking officer facing court martial over leaked dispatches.
A flood of testimonials from CHAS HARLEY Grand Gorge N Y to BECOB BERDAN CO Toledo Ohio extol Higgin's Eureka Salt for butter and cheese making. Dairymen report superior flavor, easier use without rolling or sifting, and steady sales for creameries and agencies.
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