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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1878
Page
5
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J A Crain Register in Freeport Illinois warns local residents that pending federal action to repeal the Bankrupt Law may affect petitions filed after repeal. He notes discharge rules depend on creditor consent and assets, outlines costs, and invites debtors to file petitions in Chicago or Freeport before repeal takes effect.
The Senate terms expiring March 4 include twenty five members: Spencer Alabama through Howe Wisconsin. Seventeen Republicans and eight Democrats. Democrats hold over in Alabama Arkansas California Florida Georgia Kentucky Louisiana Maryland Missouri North Carolina Ohio South Carolina. Republicans hold in Colorado Iowa Kansas New Hampshire Vermont. Connecticut Indiana New ark Oregon Illinois Nevada Pennsylvania Wisconsin contested. Fifty-one hold over. 28 Democrats, 22 Republicans, 1 Independent David Davis. Would give 44 Democrats, 31 Republicans, 1 Independent, a 12 vote Democratic majority and seven votes short of two-thirds.
Unclaimed mail at the Freeport Illinois post office for the week ending April 22 1878 lists many names including Albert Hey Larrow Lizzie Brant Mary Mountain Charlie Butcher EG Mirigold Henry Buss Theodore McClellan Geo H shop Wirving Marks Jay an Mj Miller James Currer Na sii era Mansfield Co Emily Mack Nellie fonia Mr Menglns Peter fue i Hice yuue ert Bu Rucken Geo opson Seyler Anna M Katineeth Seyler Meda Ki Coumnan John Symonds slaty turn Liss Sue Wise Jacobins Abel W Weber and Henry Young The notice outlines daily mail handling hours and that advertised letters require payment or further action on delivery or pickup.
The article urges early use of Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters to remove the acrid element in the blood causing rheumatism and gout. It claims the kidneys purify the blood, preventing heart involvement and offering protection against recurrence, while also curing dyspepsia fever and liver and bowel complaints.
Advertisements in a 1878 page promote New Carpets opened at Walton store along with various goods from Emmert & Burrell. Other notices include parasols Hamburg embroideries and corsets at KRINBILL ROTZLER CO, timber land for sale two miles from Freeport, and Dr. Fenner remedies.
Just arrived a fine lot of spring suitings and latest spring styles at Walton’s 106 Stephenson street. New goods in every department at bottom prices. Also Dr Marshall's Lung Syrup for coughs and colds can be found at the drug store for 25 cents. Bale prices on Black and white Stripe Silks at Stevens. Ten pound corn meal at Goddard's Mill. Weon Carpets opened today.
A note asks why men smoke common tobacco when Marburg Bros Seal of North Carolina costs the same. The item lists winter wheat flour 20 cents a package, and promotes Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a family peacekeeper. Also mentions Wendling’s eloquence and a talk by a state representative with admission 35 cents and reserved seats at 59 cents.
An advertisement touts Parker's Ginger Tonic as a cure for dyspepsia headaches neuralgia nervousness and menstrual discomfort. It claims benefits for mothers and nursing babies and promises relief from digestive issues colic cramps diarrhea dysentery cholera infantum and even Asiatic cholera if taken promptly. Available in a $1 bottle from Swarts & Stocking or a 15 cent sample. Winter Wheat Flour advertised at $1.50 per sack from Goddard's Mill.
A promotion at Swarts and Stocking's drug store features two good combs and a hair brush priced at 25 cents total. The item appears in a local store circular or advertisement, highlighting affordable grooming supplies for shoppers.
Prices listed for spring wheat flour 1.25 corn meal 0.25 Fresh ground corn meal 0.25 Winter wheat flour 1.65 Addams winter wheat flour 1.65 White winter wheat flour 1.90 Winter wheat Graham flour 0.60 Bloomington winter wheat 1.65 New process Iowa flour 1.40 Bloomington winter wheat 1.65 At Burrell Bros 6
Burrell Bros advertises reduced prices on canned fruits and vegetables from five to twenty percent, claiming only the best standard goods offered.
The residence of Z M Hibbard on Clark Avenue in Cornmeal was bolted securing sacks sold at Goddard's Mill for 25 cents per sack.
Local market advertising sells sugar cured hams at eight cents per pound, indicating a price listing in a grocery or meat market segment. The brief notices a sale focus on high quality cured ham products offered to shoppers.
Found item notice offering a buggy cushion to the owner who proves ownership and pays the costs. Also advertising winter wheat Graham flour at 50 cents per sack from Goddard's Mill.
About 22 acres of land with a house and barn near Taylor's Driving Park recently occupied by Middleditch and Potter. Apply to J. S. Cochran at the Court House.
Local ad promotes Shiloh s Consumption cure claiming coughs lead to consumption and promising a refund if no benefit. Prices listed 10, 50 cents and 1.00 per bottle plus Shiloh s Porous Plaster at 25 cents. Also advertises Shiloh s System Vitalizer with guarantee and 10 or 75 cents price. Sold by Emmert and Burrell.
Tackmetack, a popular fragrant perfume, is sold by the shop Emmert and Burrell. The item is marketed to consumers seeking a distinctive scent. Availability and pricing details are noted through the retailer's advertorial listings.
The Centaur Liniments come in two kinds the white for people and the yellow for animals such as horses and sheep. Testimonials wrap around each bottle and can be procured from any druggist or by mail from the Centaur Company Office at 46 Dey Street New York City. The English remedy is recommended for coughs colds sore throat and related ailments with no better option available.
The Champion Corn Planter is hailed as the best planter yet, praised for light weight and precise seed dropping. Farmers are urged to visit the Farmers' Co operative House to see the model before purchasing.
A medical advertisement claims widespread liver and dyspepsia issues harm Americans and urges trying Green's August Flower. It promises speedy relief, notes vast free sample distributions, and states a 10 cent sample bottle is available with three doses for the worst cases, sold by Swarts & Stocking via Western states druggists.
A vintage advertisement touts J. D. Dittenbaugh's pure hourhound and barley candy as a remedy for coughs and colds, urging readers to buy the candy for quick relief.
A local fruit and produce listing for J D Diffenbaygi offering oranges lemons figs dates pears and maple sugar raisins and mixed nuts. The ad highlights a variety of fruits and nuts available for customers.
The C. O. D. Grocery Store invites shoppers to view the latest stock and updated prices. Located at the corner opposite Brewster House, the store promotes fresh goods and monthly price changes.
Advertises apples by barrel bushel or peck with prices in Boston. Listing by J. D. Diffenbaugiv.
Abundant stock at the C. O. D. Grocery Store opposite Brewster House features pure cider vinegar and apples for customers. The display highlights everyday pantry essentials amid bustling city shopping.
Orin Crocker announces sale of residential lots in his addition to Freeport near the Western Union Shops. He aims to help buyers of small means by offering easy monthly payments to purchase desirable property at low cost.
Dr Kina's New Discovery is praised as a speedy cure for consumption and related lung diseases. It claims worldwide reputation with physicians, journals, clergy, and press endorsing it. Trial bottle offered free and regular bottle priced at $1 by Emmert & Burrell in Freeport.
Caution urging buyers to obtain the Great English Remedy only. Also a 160 acre farm in Winslow township near two depots of the Grand Army of the Republic listed for sale or trade for city property. inquiries at this office.
Local ad announces a sellout of all wallpaper and window shades to make room for new stock. Address listed: 89 Stephenson Street. Seller identification: D. Adamson.
Classified notice offers a house on Clark avenue for sale or rent with contact at O Taylor 49. The ad also promotes White Lead and Linseed Oil from D Adamson at bottom figures.
The Cheapest And Finest Parlor and Chamber Sets are offered at our new store at No 89 Stephenson Street upstairs HEeNT and KOENIG sell sturdy furniture, aiming to attract shoppers with affordable quality.
A short note lists various machines at ABULOS with a bottom seaman reference dated ay 9 Stephenson Street.
A $100 scholarship is offered by Week River University in Dixon for any branch or department taught. For particulars call at or address this office.
Over 11 000 square feet of floor stock offers a wide selection of furniture. The advertisement props parlor and chamber sets to be sold for the next 60 days at greatly reduced prices. D KUEUNER.
Advertises affordable bound volumes of Harpers Magazine at two dollars per volume in Sanborn’s. The offer highlights best bindings and a scarce selection for readers seeking inexpensive classics.
A brief notice urges readers to choose the American Popular five cent cigar at DirFENBAUGH'S location. The fragment highlights a marketing offer or promo tied to the product and shop.
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