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Newspaper

Freeport Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1868

Page

5

Burdett Organs Endorsed by Werner Steindrucken

After examining several Reed Organs manufactured by Burdett of Chicago, Werner Steindrucken highly recommends them as beautiful, superior instruments with delicate touch and rapid response, comparable to famous pipe organs. sale handled by E. O. Dwight & Co.

Burdett Chicago Werner Steindruecken E. O. Dwight Steinway Bradbury’s Sephenson St Court House Square Freeport

Insurance Agent Wright Promotes North American Policy Renewal

Mr. Wm. O. Wright acts as local agent for the North American Insurance Company of New York. He urges residents to renew policies this spring and invites inquiries at his office.

Stephenson County New York Freert Journal Chicago and North Western Railway Broadway Wright, der Stephenson St Freeport Alinola Norwich Fire Insurance 60 Norwich Conn Lorillard Fire Inn. Co New ‘Fork City North American Fire Ins. Co New York City Winnesheik Fire Ins. Co Seaport New England Mutual Life Ing, Co Oston Maya Travelers Ins COO Oyal Shep Wm. O. Wright North American Insurance Company East

Income return listing for H H Taylor in Chicago

A notice from the United States lists income returns for H H Taylor, formerly of this city, with a value noted as 69 216 27 in Chicago records. The entry records his status and identity within the local tax or census roll.

United States Aasesgor Chicago H. H. Taylor

Local notices and shop ads mix with bridge repairs in Freeport posting

Advertisements urge early orders for Morning Glory parlor stoves and Dunn Metal plows at J Montelius' Warehouse while notifying readers of temporary works on the Clay Street bridge due to freight car obstruction. Caterer James H Prescott moves to Mayer's Oyster and Ice Cream Rooms at 161 Stephenson Street.

Morning Glory BartLerry Bros Clay Street Stephenson Street Mayer Indiana Peoria J. Montelius

Hamburg Blood Purifying Tea Promises Radical Cure

An advertisement touts Hamburg Blood Purifying Tea as a direct remedy for diseases anywhere in the body, claiming it neutralizes disease principles and cures ailments from nerves to brain. Price 25 cents per package, sold at Shultz's Drug and Prescription stores in Presport and Galena streets. Agents offered liberal discounts.

Hamburg Shultz’s Stephenson and Galena Exchange Preéeport

Phnidbiphta Philosophy of Education Book Sparks Talk

A fragment from Eldredges' brother profiles a work titled The Philosophy of Education from New Jersey State Normal School. The piece suggests the book will create a notable stir in literary circles with its bold theories and critique.

Eldredges Phnidbiphta Hue Hhtt Ndw Udrsey'State Normal School Roent

Tailoring at Maynard's new truck opposite the Court House

Readers are invited to visit Duff Hend Willidia Schrist’s establishment to view an assortment of modern suits textiles and vestings. The tailor Norman offers superior cutter work and guaranteed satisfaction with garments made to order at reasonable rates in the western market.

Coyk Willidia Schrist Maynard Sechrist Norman West

Crockery Prices From Brewster Importer and Dealer

An advertisement lists tea sets and chinaware from Einarld Crockery Store next to poor 10. It promotes 44 piece and 56 piece English china sets at low prices, with kerosene lamps, mirrors, cutlery, and plain china options. New styles available, urging customers to call and view.

Tate Brewster Crock Chine Bates China

Shade trees urged for citywide shading plan

The article argues for planting shade trees citywide, noting some homeowners have beautified properties with trees while urging general action. It cites neighboring towns with shade ordinances requiring trees as part of street and sidewalk improvements, calling for similar citywide adoption.

Spring fashions from Stine & Bro promise best gentlemen's goods

Wanted. Those fond of fashion may address North-Western Publishing Co. Freeport Illinois. Stine & Bro. The spring fashions of this season in gentlemen's goods exceed any prior offerings. Many who missed a complete outfit will renew their wardrobe now with Stine & Bro.'s high quality, value, and reliable dealings.

North-Western Publishing Co Freeport Ilinois Stine & Bro Stine

Ding Haeees Sidewalk Planks For Sale At Gottemy Corner

Old Gottemy corner sale offers sidewalk planks for cheap at Bridge and Adams streets. Public health notice urges cleaning up winter rubbish now and removing loose items from yards and alleys. Keep back alleys clear to prevent miasmatic diseases and pest issues.

Corner Bridge Adams Streets O. B. Sanford & Co Godlindas

Florence Is the Rowing Machine advertisement

Mrs M M Sheeta acts as agent for this region in the New Freeport Directory. J and J H McNamara in Exchange Block announce arrival from the East of a large elegant stock of boots and shoes for ladies galters misses and children, made at their own factory and offered at reduced prices. They solicit purchasers claiming superior inducements over other dealers in tewk.

J.H. McNamara Tewk

Bright juvenile monthly expands its reading matter

The publication improves with every issue doubling its reading material and adding colored pictures and toy novelties to bolster its reputation. It is bright clear and instructive and priced at $1.50 with a premium. Office at 473 Broadway. Also notes a pamphlet from E H Griggs Rockford containing the Constitution and By Laws of the National Association of Base Ball Players with rules from the December convention.

Broadway E. H. Griggs Association Rockford National Association Griggs

Fred Rice Keeps Boot and Shoe Trade Thriving locally

Fred Rice remains alert to community needs with a steady boot and shoe line. He constantly receives fresh east coast invoices for ready-made goods and his trade has grown to demand frequent orders, keeping shelves stocked and prices at low levels.

Gudrd Ball at Fry's Hall Promoted by Rescue Hook and Ladder

Notice announces a Gudrd Ball to be given at Fry's Hall on Friday evening by the Rescue Hook and Ladder Company. Advertisers urge citizens to attend and patronize the event, promising a delightful entertainment.

Fry's Hall Rescue Hook and Ladder Company

Local Items Oyster Depo Dyspepsia Cure Ad

An old local notice touts Coe's Dyspepsia cure as a perfect remedy for dyspepsia indigestion and constipation and claims one dose proves its efficacy. It also promotes Dr J W Poland Humor Doctor for scrofulous humor and White Pine oil for throat lungs and kidneys with promises of relief and cure when started early.

Coe J. W.poland Emmert & Burrell

Emmert and Pattisorg announce new manufacturing of doors

Emmert and Pattisorg inform the public they now manufacture Bash doors blinds window frames mouldings of every description by machinery newest styles and offer custom work such as planing sawing and moulding all work guaranteed locate Freeport Agricultur Works contact for orders and inquiries.

Emmert& Pattisorg Freeport Agricultur

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