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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1868
Page
5
The text lists various advertising square formats and rates for business cards. It shows price points such as 4.00 6.00 and 12.00 alongside size references and line limits for display. It mentions annual and extra line charges and notes a cap of five lines for cards.
Hon J M Bailey was to speak at a meeting under the Grant and Colfax Club at Oregon on Tuesday evening. The event aimed to discuss political topics and rally support for the club’s initiatives.
Alton papers report WAH V Raymond, former superintendent of public schools, has resigned his Alton post to take a position with a prominent Chicago publishing house.
Mosoa R. Thompson Lodge No. 361 will hold a regular communication Friday evening the 7th. Members are requested to be present.
The Democrats face calls to purge supporters who hold United States bonds. Critics argue party members accuse bondholders while sparing prominent insiders, prompting debates on loyalty and political stance amid mounting criticism.
Statistics published in the New York Tribune show the mean temperature for the first half of July rose about 10 degrees above levels seen in over twenty five years. The article notes August averages since 1824 have not surpassed 88 degrees, while July averages have reached about 87.
The Freeport YMCA plans a public library and appeals to citizens for money and book donations. Readers are urged to review personal libraries, donate usable books, and report to the library committee. Donations may be left with J. M Bailey, A. A. Crary, or T. S. Gemmill.
Hugh Doran of Oswego New York tried to climb into a northbound engine Monday evening. He was struck by the wheels and his foot crushed requiring amputation between knee and ankle. Doctors McKim and Buckley performed the operation. He is at Shamrock House and to be moved to the county poorhouse when feasible.
Chas. Smith of Rochester N Y native, was wounded and scalped March 15 by Indians at Monument station Colorado on the Smoky Hill route. He bears a poisoned arrow wound and a running sore and lacks funds to reach Rochester. Contributions for his relief may be left at this office and will be properly applied.
Capt C T Dunham, efficient county surveyor, offers compact abstracts and a complete tract and lot listing for Stephenson County. He provides incumbrances history with quick search, plus cheap, accurate abstracts. He is based at the County Clerk’s office and has published a county map trusted as standard authority.
The article notes a Young Men's Christian Association organized in town with daily prayer meetings. Field Leiter & Co of Chicago donated two gas chandeliers and globes for the new rooms, aiding its infancy. An 1868 letter from Field Leiter confirms the gift and thanks the association for its civic role. Railroad accidents near Preston's Creek and a crossing collision caused minor injuries. track repairs and detours followed.
The article lauds Walton for gaining public trust and announces his transfer from the old shop at 104 Stephenson Street to a larger site next to a former drug store, extending to Bridge Street. It promises the new 104 Stephenson Street location will become the state’s largest dry goods establishment outside Chicago, and notes improved convenience for customers.
Church announces regular services at Zion Church every Friday evening until further notice. The schedule applies to all parishioners and nearby residents seeking weekly worship opportunities.
The editors consider enlarging the journal again for the campaign period. Readers may expect a twelve page weekly issue to arrive with their morning mail.
Religious notice states Rev. C. W. Palmer will preach at the Baptist church next Sabbath morning and evening at the usual hours. All are invited to attend.
Freeport district announces a camp meeting to start August 19 at Benjamin Snyder’s Cedarville Road farm two and a half miles north of Freeport. No hawkers allowed within legal limits. The event aims to worship in a tented grove with a boarding tent on site for those unable to bring provisions, at reasonable rates. R A Blanchard chairman of the committee invites ministers and nearby districts to attend.
The article extols Stewart and Hagman gold pens manufactured in New York City praising their ease and pleasure to use. It notes tests and testimony that these pens are superior to others in the market and encourages readers to visit the Freeport News Depot to try them. It emphasizes the writer’s favorable experience and urges trial.
The Lena Stax reports ceasing publication of Lena Tomns after weeks of sourcing local items from the Star for county readers. It blames the Star for declining local coverage and lists concerns over content. The note urges Shannon Y to resume editorial work and dismisses the foreman's reputation.
A fragment describes a vendor at Fry's block corner offering hats, caps, gloves, canes and a large stock of goods. It notes the boot and shoe man nearby remains on hand with a larger stock than ever and favorable terms for ready buyers.
The photographer has returned from his trip to St Paul and resumes work creating refined photographs for display at his art gallery near Staver's boot and shoe store.
Premium list and catalogue for the eighth annual fair of the Agricultural Society of Jo Daviess Stevenson and La Fayette counties to be held in Warren on September 15 16 17 and 18. The notice says it will be referred to again next week.
A local merchant advertises a broad range of clothing at low prices, inviting customers to visit the corner shop for bargains and the latest styles.
A Lena Star notice proclaims a local fruit slushing business ready to supply all kinds of fruit in unlimited quantities and highlights strong demand for ice cream. It mentions a delay of the Milwaukee insides printing last week.
The Union Base Ball Club of this city plans a trip to Orange ville next Wednesday to play a match against the Lightfoots of Man- TAG? Freeport Ill. Aug 4 1895. The True Lichts announce no public meeting Saturday evening as per orders from President 8S. PF, ASPINWALL Secy. Wheat price declines forty five cents on the bushel at Milwaukee. A verdict praises Best Chemical Saleratus for healthful light and sweet bread.
On the session’s last day Congress amended the bankrupt law extending the discharge period to January 1 1869. The extension aims to help debtors who lacked means to use the act, despite opposition. No further extensions are planned after January 1869.
Pittsburgh investigators say they solved the January 16 Bennehoff robbery in Venango County Pennsylvania. About $800000 in bonds and $65000 in cash were stolen with several robbers jailed at Franklin. Some money and deposit certificates recovered. leaders believed to have fled to Europe. A $50000 reward is offered.
An advertisement touts Tebbett’s Physiological Hair Regenerator claiming it restores faded hair to natural color and softness, prevents shedding, and may promote rapid growth. Also pitched are White Pine Compound for lung, and J.W. Poland’s Humor Doctor for blood diseases, sold by Emmert & Burrill.
An advertisement credits Dr. B Mishler and Dr. B Hartman for a long sought herbal preparation. The message claims Mishler's Herb Bitters remedy a wide range of illnesses from blood impurities to digestive disorders and kidney issues, replacing quinine, sold by druggists and dealers, prepared in Lancaster Pennsylvania.
Chas G E Prussing exhibits a large set of cider products at the Illinois State Fair and Chicago City Fairs. The article highlights the prize cider as warranted pure and designed to preserve pickles. The display is described as among the largest works of its kind in the United States.
Inimporter and dealer in crockery china glass silver plated Britania and Tin Toilet Ware. Sells a new style of stone fruit jar with tin cup requiring only one fourth wax to seal no corks. Jars sealed heat proof and acid impervious. Stock of fruit jars glass jars jelly cans and jelly tumblers at new stand next to Brewster House.
Ford and Wise advertise watch repair by skilled specialists promising dependable service and quality results. The notice highlights expert repair work and trustworthy craftsmanship offered to customers seeking reliable timepiece maintenance.
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