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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1871
Page
5
Ditlenbaugh's candy faces a bold claim promising one ounce of gold for each ounce of adulteration detected, signaling a stark bid to deter tampering and ensure purity.
Real estate ad urges buyers to act now to purchase Cook Stores with a claim of guaranteed lower prices than any house in the northwest. Listed by Sumner and Martin, 26.
The document details the total indebtedness of 32 964 05 including trust deeds on Swanzy and Butler, interest amounts to Nov 1 1870 and a discrepancy of 41 05. It notes an Executive Committee order affecting endorsed amounts and a secretary submits the figures. A nearby fire near the First Ward School House caused a minor loss as an alarm responded promptly but could not save the stable.
A brief advertisement notes a steady ten percent discount available at Stive & Bro, inviting customers to save on purchases at the store.
Maj Sawyer delivered a silk wrapped parcel from the post office containing a unique four ring gold cactus cluster ring that forms a single piece and remains a puzzle when separated. The note reads with compliments to General Atkins from A Tepsera. A similar ring reached Harry Brexuay. Captain Lepbert, now at Ft. Cummings, New Mexico, is thanked for remembrance and long life.
The Freeport Bindry offers binding for books, magazines and pamphlets in the upper story of the Freeport Journal office. Blanis Books provides custom orders with quick turnaround and reasonable rates. Old books can be repaired and rebound.
Base Winnan Watrey Esq returns from New York City looking happy as if he had made many bargains in his spring purchases.
CG Ir Rosentiel calls a meeting at Wilcoxons Opera House this evening on the beet sugar question. He returns from Springfield with a machinery expert who will share valuable information. A large attendance is hoped to decide next steps.
C C Shuler Esq formerly ran a claim agency and on September 8 1870 transferred his business for fifteen hundred dollars to W Scorr AGNEY. Despite pledges to refrain for ten years he resumes the claim business with a stock of 200000 blanks ready to pursue war claims especially those from 1812. Keeport I
In Dubuque the city election last Monday produced a Republican triumph by a margin of 300 votes, the first such victory in the city's history. The result signals a notable political shift and sets a new precedent for future local contests.
A Davis Gazette editor recalls a Monday call from J Mentsman formerly of the 92nd Illinois Volunteers. He has lived in the East for years and has recently settled in Polo.
Rhodes and Brother continue to serve customers with steaks roasts chops fresh fish and game in a season. They claim to maintain the best market in the city.
Chris C. Shuler announces resumed prosecution of Civil War and 1812 pension claims from his office on Public Square Freeport Illinois. He advertises experience, promptness, and attention to old veterans, citing Washington pension instructions and focus on 1812 pensions for veterans, urging patronage.
The Rev. Mr. Stoughton’s temperance talk in town last week appears to have aided the Democratic ticket at the polls. Meanwhile Stine’s Popular Clothing offers a mammoth stock of ready made clothing for spring and summer at bargain prices.
Staver and Snyder announce new spring boot styles from their Sign of Big Boot shop. Boots and shoes showcased for the coming season, with displays set to attract shoppers seeking updated footwear.
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