Cocal Affairs and Local Political Notes
Reports describe a fire sighting near Belvidere and a promising talk with Republican Clerk candidate H. G. Paddock of Princeton. A Racine railroad accident survivor, fireman Geo Dancy, is alive with skull fracture not confirmed and hope for recovery. Temperance groups marched on Stephenson Street to Plymouth Hall for a reported union meeting. Sons of Temperance council adjourned to reconvene in Polo in July.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
8. G. Paddock
Princeton
Supreme Court
Geo. Dancy
Racine
Stephenson Street
Plymouth Tall
Council of the Sons of ‘Temperance
Polo
Local papers and the duty of community news
The piece argues that readers want local items above all and that a local editor cannot be omnipresent or on every street corner. It urges every community member to contribute news by feeling a personal obligation, while recognizing editors cannot Police every action.
Office Hours and Departmental Closings Announced
The Journal office sets counting room and job department hours from 7 a.m. to 12 m and 1 to 6 p.m. Editorial room operates 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Ads for the Daily edition due by 6 p.m. and earlier if possible, Weekly edition by Monday 6 p.m. Mills is no longer connected with the Job Department.
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M. 13
Mills
Journal Office
Gas Works Sale Rumor and Insurance Note
Street rumor claims A D Alvord and a partner bought the Guy Gas Works from Ashcraft to improve gas supply and quality amid consumer complaints. Also noted is St Clara & Co seeking insurance with Jenners Co for farmers, praising reliability and low urban risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woo
St. Clara & Co
City of
New York
Alremers Insurance
MPDM
Lemon
Jenners Company
Missy
Buckley & Burke
Ifn
Bb. Clajin & Co
Prom Friday Purchase by Dwight & Co at Washington Street
Prom Friday's Daily reports Mr Alonzo Pelton of the firm B CO Dwight Co buying Joseph B Smith Esqs Washington Street residence for about 4000. Col FT W Shaffer offers to the County Agricultural Society for the old Farm Grounds. Mayer Sons erect a new soda fountain in their Stephenson Street store near the Commercial Block.
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Alonzo Pelton
B. CO. Dwight & Co
Joseph B. Smith
Washington Street
Col. FT. W. Shaffer
The
County Agricultural Society
Mesars, Mayer & Sons
Stephenson Street
New Sidewalks on Chicago Street Completed
The new sidewalks along Chicago Street in front of Mr. Stibgen and Mr. Upp premises are finished and look very good as observed by passersby.
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Chicago Street
Mr. Stibgen
Mr. Upp
Building addition underway at William and Locust corners
A new structure is rising on the southwest corner of William and Locust streets, described as an addition to a dwelling on the premises. The project signals ongoing development in the neighborhood and indicates imminent changes to the local streetscape.
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William and Locust Streets
Storefront Paints in Cottage Colors Lineup
Mr. G. M. Clayton is painting the front of his Stephenson street store with Cottage Colors. The shade matches his own well known brand, which is advertised in a separate column.
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G. M. Clayton
Stephenson Street
Odd Fellows Lodge Mt Carrol sets April 26 celebration
From the Bulletin we learn Mt Carrol Odd Fellows intend to mark the 26th of April, anniversary of the society’s US introduction, inviting local and nearby lodges to join. Program includes a procession, address by Past Grand Master J R Scroggs, and a dinner. A special train will depart the Western Union Depot at seven in the morning to convey members at half fare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odd Fellows Lodge
Mt. Carroll
United States
J. R. Scroggs
Mount Carrol
Western Union
Odd bee house rises behind Hochel residence
A curious new structure at Chicago and Jackson streets proves to be a fine bee house for ten to twelve hives with a weather shielded projecting front. All hives are inside and lockable from access, promising convenience and security for bee keeping. The owner’s intention remains unclear.
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John Hochel
Chicago
Jackson Streets
Mgr. Hoebel
Exhibition by Jacksonville deaf institute pupils amazes crowd
A Fry's Hall program by the deaf and dumb institute pupils in Jacksonville showcased remarkable problem solving and communication methods. Observers praised the hand foot and facial movements used to convey notes, calling it a wonderful display of human intellect and wishing Prof. Gillett and his students continued success.
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Fry’s Hall
Deaf and Dumb Institute
Jacksonville
Abraham
Isaac
Father
Gillett
Illinois tax list publication fees amended
The text outlines a state revenue amendment for delinquent tax lists printing fees. It sets twenty cents per land tract and ten cents per town lot for weekly newspapers. In counties with daily papers, collectors may publish in both editions, earning twenty five cents per land tract and twelve and a half cents per town or city lot. The act repeals conflicting laws, excludes Cook county, and takes effect upon passage.
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Cook
Trustees Named In Dena Election
From Saturday's Daily the following gentlemen were elected Trustees at the recent election in the town of Dena A W Hall W P Naramore J Gishigiller J R Chambers John Stover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dena
A. W. Hall
W. P. Naramore
J. Gishigiller
J. R. Chambers
John Stover
City butchers vote to raise beef prices by three cents
Local meat sellers met last evening and decided to lift beef prices by about 3 cents per pound. The new price fixed is 10 1/8 cents per pound for beef, and 10 1/2 to 15 cents for mutton and veal. The increase is to take effect this morning.
Joe Vor Meulon Takes Charge at Barnes House Billiard Hall
The well known billiard player Joe Vor Meulon, recently in Freeport, now runs the billiard hall at the Barnes House hotel in Chicago. Located at the southwest corner of Canal and Randolph streets, the first class house is praised. We congratulate Joe.
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Joe Vor Meulon
Freeport
Chicago
Barn Fire Destroys John Schneider’s Barn at Benna Vista
Mr. John Schneider’s barn at Benna Vista burned completely around noon on Thursday. Three horses inside the building were killed. The blaze likely started from a rubbish heap burned near the barn, possibly ignited by children playing nearby while the family dined.
Advertising Pays Off A Pencil Case Found In Garden
A man who advertised a lost pencil case and pen holder in the Journal reports it was found on the ground in his garden within two hours after the paper ran the notice. He also received another gold mounted pen holder yesterday, supporting the claim that advertising yields results.
Collision on Stephenson Street Damages McCutchen Buggy
Yesterday around one o clock a collision occurred on Stephenson street near the Pennsylvania horse. Mr W A McCutchen rode in a buggy when a two horse wagon approached and grazed the buggy causing it to be nearly demolished. McCutchen s horse became frightened but was calmed. The farmer driver agreed to pay for the buggy damage and left.
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Stephenson Street
Pennsylvania
W A. McCutchen
Rail accident halts Racine and Mississippi freight service
An axle break on a freight car caused an early morning wreck on the Racine and Mississippi line. Eleven cars derailed into the ditch, but no injuries were reported. Officials said the track was obstructed and Westbound trains would be halted for the day, with service expected to resume normally thereafter. The Western Union expresses renewed misfortune this spring.
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Racine & Mississippi R. R
Western Union
Temperance License Discussion Open to Public View
A Sons of Temperance committee asked to discuss the license question in our columns and both sides will have equal opportunity to present views. We reserve the right to reject personal or damaging articles. Mayor Sunderland notes a German English notice requires Freeport residents to clean up filth within ten days under city ordinances.
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Sons of Temperance
Bulletin
Sunderland
Norien
City of
Freeport
David LH
Waltonian Club Idea Sparks Freeport Fishing Gatherings
Readers note a surge in fishing interest with many fish in town signaling near season for chowder parties and outings. Rockford hosts a Waltonian Club. Freeport ponders forming one. Also reviewed is an elegant new edition of My Complete Angler by Walton and Cotton published by Little, Brown & Co. in Boston with hand printing, toned paper, twelve steel engravings and seventy four wood cuts.
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Freeport
Rockford
Messrs. Little, Brown & Co
Boston
Tvaalk Walton
Charles Cotton
University Press
Shade Trees Beautify Towns and Guard Fire
The article extols the value of shade trees along streets, praising their beauty, symmetry, and beneficial shade. Elm and hard maple are highlighted for grace and verdure, and trees are noted as safeguards against fire, with communities urged to protect and plant them.
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Newhaven
Shade trees and public care draw city praise
Citizens applaud ongoing diligence in planting and protecting shade trees to beautify streets and properties. The piece urges protective ordinance parity with lamp posts, warns against harm by animals and people, and highlights seasonal effort to boost urban beauty and value. It also notes Good Friday services and explains Easter dating and customs from early church history.
Orangeville Meeting Eyes Railroad Between Freeport and Monroe
A large gathering in Orangeville on Thursday discussed a proposed railway from Freeport to Monroe. Col J W Shaffer was chosen chairman. Mr Dodge of Monroe to conduct the survey at an estimated cost of 300 dollars with two thirds funded by Monroe and the rest levied on line towns. Speeches by Mr Stewart, Hon John H Adams, and Col Shaffer followed. Dodge will visit Monday and the survey begin in Monroe next Wednesday. The venture promises to boost local producers and connect to wider markets.
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Orangeville
Ireeport
Monroe
Freeport
Col. J. W. Shaffer
John Burrell
Dr. Stearns
Col
J. W. Shaffer
Dodge
Stewart
John H. Addams
Cedarville
Emperor Napoleon It Born in 1808 and Monday’s dull rural scene
The Emperor Napoleon II was born on April 10 1808 and turned 59 on Saturday. A small audience attended Saturday’s show at Myry’s Hall, disappointing attendees. Gen Smith Atkins, city postmaster, left for a southeast trip likely to last weeks. A temperance incident involving a temperance member in a drug store raised suspicion. Saturday was the dullest business day recently, with farmers urged to harvest crops and visitors to return. Circuit Court opens today with hopes for improved activity after last week’s stagnation.
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Napoleon
Smith
Atkins
Old building moved for new Bridge Street block
The eye sore opposite the four NAL office has been moved on rollers toward Bridge street. Mr Tarbox plans placing it on a back street and converting it to a shop. Ground breaking for a new block is eagerly awaited, with less city building than once projected.
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Four Nal
Bridge Street
Thompson Parkhurst Concert at Fry's Hall Tonight
Thompson and Parkhurst troupe brings songs by TH S Thompson creator of Lilly Dale and Annie Liste to Fry's Hall. Jno G Parkhurst bass and G W Parkhurst baritone piano headline a varied program of solos duets trios and comic numbers for all tastes.
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Thompson & Parkhurst
Fry's Hall
TH. S. Thompson
Lilly Dale
Annie Liste
Wy li
Mr. Jno
G. Parkhurst
G. W. Parkhurst
Jury Lists for April Term 1867 Circuit Court
The Fourth Monday in April opens under Hon. B R Sheldon with jurors drawn for the April term 1867. Grand jurors from various towns include Ernest Beine Kent and Jacob Sehrack Buckeye, plus many others from Florence Ridott and Freeport. Petit jurors and 20 week lists, with names such as Crodfrey Vought Silver Creek Thomas Gallager Freeport and John Stoner Rock Run, are recorded for the term.
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B. R. Sheldon
Board of Supervisors
Ernest Beine
Kent
Jacob Sehrack
Buckeye
A. Moore
Florence
Henry Shrove
Doran
Ellis Askey
Ridott
J. HE Young
Lancaster
Win
Pomery
Winslow
A. J. Reese
Sirin
Cox
David Burrill
Freeport
Goo
Austin
de J. Addams
Atex Killgore
Rseovil
Win Atkinson
Reeport
Patiturors
Crodfrey Vought
Silver Creek
John Stoner
Rock Jtun
Thomas Gallager
Win Glasser
West Point
Ceorge Emerick
Dalkota
Jacob Sullivan
A P Goddard
AI Broad
Do J Woshafter
Do Os iSantmian
Sorin
Darius Dochner
Jr Ermold
AOW
Lumenire
Martin Brubacher
John Bruaucher
de James Crane
Jve Porter
Do Win Soladay
Waddams
Jacob Best
Morris Highland
Rock Run
Enj Brandt
Vent
Reuben Snyder
Hiram Austin
Tent
James Tileston
Petit Juroers
Sanford Sherman
Win Iloff
OS Mitchell
Loran
J. Slenderdon
David Mitchel
Vin Brocklin
Jsreeport
Adam Bogenries
P J Bently
van Brigham
JS Taggart
Benj Rishell
John de Stout
Harlem
Charles F. Taggart
Thew Miller
George Clark
Darius Winters
J M van Brocklin
Joseph Keller
Dakota
R Colby
John Barshinger
Alvin Tuller
Philip Aspinwall
Conrad Frye
John Rockey
Inebriate found roaming streets on Saturday night
An inebriate individual, found lying promiscuously on the streets Saturday night, was arrested and placed in the lock-up, passing Sunday in the durance vile. Another arrest was made, but details were not learned.
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Durance
Pocketbook Theft On Train At Depot
A man heading east had his pocket book containing 400 dollars stolen at the depot before boarding the train. A suspicious man was arrested but released after a search revealed only 23 cents and a railway ticket to Durund.
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Durand
Doctors and villagers urged to plant trees to purify air
From the Lena Star we note a call to action to plant trees for fruit, shade, and ornament, with the hope they beautify the village and aid health. The piece quotes brother Gishwiller asking how doctors claim to keep off disease by purifying the atmosphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lena
Gishwiller
Lady's Friend and May Lady's Niend? contents announced
From Tuesdays Daily recognition leads the May number with a pretty steel engraving and a Toilet for the Opera among other fashion plates. Literary pieces include Wow a Had her Way Orville College No Longer Young and Vireo in Flint. A free engraving titled One of Life's Happy Moms appears with subscriptions. Bishop Whitehouse will confirm in the city Wednesday evening at 7:30.
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Orville College
Flint
Florence Percy
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Belvidere
A. D. Alvord
Guy Gas Works
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Nice
Nisan
Hester
Mry's
Whitehouse
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