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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1871
Page
4
Reported plans note a June excursion to Rock Island organized by Keeport Zoo 7008. The account references a firemen’s celebration in New Bedford and briefly alludes to a dated social anecdote about a young couple and cautious parental warnings.
Fragmentary OCR yields unclear story details about local topics and individuals. Readable elements include scattered names and brands but no coherent event or outcome to summarize with confidence.
The Tribune reports on an unimpeachable claim that the Onondaga Salt Company, Ohio river firms including Kanawha, and the Saginaw and Bay Salt Company have formed a monopoly to control salt production and sale nationwide. Directors met in Detroit to set sale points agents pay and price, with other US firms potentially opposing the plan. The piece notes salt’s universal use for curing meats stock and fertilization and warns price increases would affect many farmers and consumers.
In Denver a sugar beet mill project stalls after a firm demands $50,000 to proceed. Elsewhere a local Lan don platform scene provokes a racial exchange as a bystander accuses a colored man of weighing hogs, who retorts with a taunt. A sheriff partners in an advertising move with a local businessman who previously mocked ads.
Walton announces the opening of an immense stock of dry goods and carpets. The announcement highlights a wide range of fabrics, household textiles, and floor coverings available to customers.
Nineteen copies of a Nashua paper fell from a lady on Main Street, and editor L. Z. Farwell reports from New York that Mr. Jamess McCaut is in excellent health and enjoying life there.
Members of the Freeport Zouaves are summoned to meet at the armory in full uniform for a street parade on Friday afternoon April 7, 1871 at 2 o'clock. Per order Captain Wn. McNaorTELIOUS, Sec.
The Base Ball Club boys enjoyed a festive party at Hettinger's Hall last Friday night and collected a large number of stamps.
The city election last Monday resulted in T. C. Gatlift elected as Alderman of the Second Ward and H. P. Hodges as Police Magistrate. Republicans claim a sweeping win while Democrats concede crumbs of comfort in May er, Alderman of the first ward, and other city offices.
Call and examine the Finkle and Lyon Improved Sewing Machine at the Chicago Boot and Shoe Store located at the corner of Stephenson and Chicago streets. Agents wanted for the county. KH. Pirkurs, Spee, Agt.
Mrs. A. Perris introduces a new stock of bon nets hats flowers hair goods velvet ribbons laces lace collars dress trimmings buttons and all lady needs just returned from New York City reading as a new stock announcement for millinery and fancy goods.
Turner Hall announces a gathering on April 10 to support fire prevention efforts. The event, organized by Torrent Engine Company South 3, aims to boost public encouragement for firefighters and discourage arson.
SYMES offers the largest stock of cloth and cassimere in the Northwest at the corner. Goods sold by the yard or made to order with a 10 percent saving, giving buyers an advantage over competitors. Corner lo-ol-4dw
Walton launches a new dry goods and carpets shop, signaling a bold retail addition to the local business scene and inviting customers to explore a broad selection of fabrics flooring and home textiles.
The report notes a declined bid for City Surveyor with the Republican Leket printed and a blank for the post. The usual filler name Charlie Baumeare Leis appeared to complete the nomination line in many copies.
Dear General I received a letter from a friend advising to wait till April before heavy purchases as all kinds of Dry Goods will be lower then than now I have waited the time and leave this evening April 4th for the eastern markets I shall secure bargains and customers will save money by waiting We are now selling all Domestic Goods at the very lowest living prices Truly Yours Wa A Stevens
J R Periis & Co plumbers and brass iron and steam fitting dealers have moved to 54 Stephenson Street in the McGee building room formerly used by the Independent two doors east of their old stand. They offer baths drains tiles steam fittings tin guttering and guarantee satisfaction with skilled workmen.
List of circuit court dispositions from last week in this city. Includes fines in People v Adam Gottbehuet, not guilty for forgery in People v Morton Allen, various dismissals at costs, divorces for Jeremiah Snively v Catherine Snively and Alfred H Broadie v Catherine Broadie, several continuances by consent, venue change Michael Carmody v Conway and Mealiff to Jo Daviess County.
William Walton, dealer in dry goods carpets clothing and tailoring at 194 Stephenson Street, announces two day sale April 5 and 6 to mark down all goods in stock to present market value and align with prices of a large spring stock.
The article proclaims Ed Cronkrite elected mayor of Freeport by a 115 vote majority. It notes Cronkrite’s popularity and his defeat of Alf Goddard for the Democratic nomination and Charlie Knapp in the general election. It adds a tongue in cheek claim that Democrats won thanks to Republican votes and that politics played little role.
A list of payments received on subscriptions is posted urging all arrears to call or send money. The note laments hardships for subscribers and printers and asks delinquent readers to settle at once. An accompanying line notes an immense stock of dry goods and carpets.
A notice states that any person who may take a paper from the post office is responsible for payment regardless of subscription status. It adds that if a reader orders discontinuation, arrearages must be paid or the publisher may continue sending the paper and collect the full amount.
Good times in business as A Pelton & Co music and jewelry dealers report over ten thousand dollars worth of pianos and organs purchased in the last ten days. The sales volume signals strong activity for the season.
We head to Chicago Boot and Shoe Store opposite Stines to buy boots and shoes at low prices. The note invites others to join in shopping at the new merchants on the corner.
The author extols shade trees for comfort, beauty, and financial gain, urging Prairie residents to plant abundantly. With modest investment and steady effort, trees enhance homesteads, village life, and long term estate value, arguing that the return is certain and scalable across Illinois and neighboring states.
Advertises V Averill's Hat and Custom Boot and Shoe Store located opposite Knowlton's Bank on Stephenson Street. Listing includes address and directions. Potential business ad fragment from historical newspaper page.
The author derides the tendency to withhold speech across social circles without introductions. They argue that the loss of profit and pleasure from such fastidiousness harms social progress, noting that intelligence is widespread but unacknowledged. Those who embrace universal courtesies educate themselves in shared humanity.
A new firm, the Chicago Boot and Shoe Store, opens at the corner of Stephenson and Chicago streets in Freeport Illinois. The ad urges readers to visit the Corner Store with the red front to see the new prices and offerings in boot and shoe goods.
Readers are urged to notice the advertisement of J. R. Perkins & Co makers of drains tiles gas fittings and bath tubs. The note assures dependable work for citizens who patronize the firm. Also mentions Cree General in grain trade at Assumption Christian Co and a misprint noting Tihingis.
A caller asks where someone is going and is told to join a trip to the Chicago Boot and Shoe Store in Tarbox block to buy a pair of handsome boots for his wife. The dialogue suggests the store offers good boots and shoes at cheap prices.
In South Molunkus Rev Hugh Reed officiates as Colonel J F Twichell of Oldtown weds Clara L Clemens of South Molunkus The notice notes no cards no cake and a clam chowder gathering this evening March 22 Friends and relatives are invited.
Mr Waleer of Tena visited Warren to seek medicine from Dr W S Caldwell. During dinner at the Caldwell residence, Mr Leet collapsed and died from Apoplexy. The 60 year old, an old neighbor, was transported to Lena on the three o clock train.
The last week report for S'reeport Public School corrected an omission. Willie Swanzey was present every day of the month and never tardy. He also earlier in the summer rode nine miles each morning to reach the schoolroom.
The piece argues that Democrats unite behind their ticket and win when Republicans also align. It warns against spiteful actions that harm long term goals and urges Republicans to fight within their ranks for future victories in a free country.
Doctors of Divinity may obtain a double set of teeth mounted on English pink or American vulcanite for 25 dollars half the usual price. All other dental operations for the clergy charged at the same 50 percent ratio.
From our Book Bindery we are turning out handsome large Blank Books for the German Insurance Company of this city and for the First and Second National Banks. We manufacture every variety of Blank Books and Court Records to order.
Notice explains under 1870 internal revenue law the duty of every citizen with gross income over two thousand dollars to render a yearly income return by March first. It warns the assessor can file for you, increasing tax by 50 percent for neglect, and outlines how net taxable income is calculated with deductions, penalties, and secrecy provisions. Citizens should promptly contact assistant assessors and file the stated information.
The fragment mentions Bailey Sprig items and a five dollar price. It references a warrant, fit indication, and a person named John pursued by revenue agents. Additional odd phrases reference whisky in California and rubber shoes, with no clear event or outcome.
Job printing notice boasts the county’s steam printing office with the most presses and materials, claiming lower costs and superior work than competitors. It ends with a rural verse about a hen, cow, and sister Sal, then a dark note about birth and death.
The Agency of Porter Wright offers property insurance with access to top American insurers including North American of New, urging prompt application for coverage.
Mr A Penton sells a half interest in the Jewelry Department to Mr Wa A BranEn formerly of Chicago where he worked with N Matson Co at 117 Lake St Chicago now joining Freeport business. City welcomes Mr BraneRr and invites Chicago residents to move too. Judge ORMSBEL returns to Freeport and Mr Bidow arrives. Expectation that Charlie Mc Clure I F Burrell and Charlie Currier will return home soon.
The note declares 23 Lillie as the fashionable name for young ladies this year and suggests no family should be without it. The brief urges adoption of the name as a trend, reflecting a light social feature common in era etiquette pages.
Taxidermist John R. Wagner of this city announces instruction for those desiring to learn the craft. Classes meet at his Carroll Street residence on Tuesday and Thursday evenings each week. A stock of stuffed specimens is on display. Terms are stated as reasonable and inquiries may be made at J. B Hauer’s Grocery or Nef & Cock’s Drug Store on Stephenson Street.
Tamberling announces a self adjusting curtain fixture described as the best yet invented simple to apply to any train and offered at low cost. Col Tamberling of Eleroy promotes manufacturing in the city and urges visit to his office and others listed as agents and outlets for sale.
Staver and Snyder of Big Boot buy Boots and Shoes popular store in a local deal. The transaction transfers ownership and expands regional retail presence.
Advertisers urge STAVER and SNYDER to supply croquet slips for a promotional pairing. The note requests a nice pair and emphasizes quality.
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