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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1878
Page
5
The notice outlines advertising charges for lines of text in the Nonpareil creating a square layout. Rates vary by length with per line and per insertion costs and include minimums and special terms for card ads and subscriptions. The document specifies cent-per-line charges and adjustments for combined insertions by category.
An herbal tonic promises quick relief from indigestion and diarrhea and wards off common seasonal ailments. It claims to aid teething infants and nursing mothers, provides energy without intoxication, and lists numerous symptoms it purportedly eases, including headaches and nervousness. Available in 81.00 bottles or samples at cents, via Swarts & Soking.
Kansas White Winter Wheat Flour sold under own brand claims not guaranteed superior to other brands. Price listed as $1.75 per sack. Burrell Bros promotes The Great Western Despatch Fast Flight Line with guaranteed quick time and no connections or delays. 19 W4
Rock River University at Dixon opens its Fall Term as it enters its fourth year under a revitalized faculty of university and normal graduates. The new work by Henry Toor on paper money reviews historic currencies from the Mongols to Greenbacks, analyzes the Silver demonetization Act, and critiques Greenback views and the Toledo platform.
Advertisement offers free trial of California Golden Compound for indigestion dyspepsia and related ailments. Claims dramatic benefits and invites readers to Emmett & Drug Store for a trial bottle at no charge. Mentions national distribution and express delivery eastward.
Forp Rose and Co announce a large lot of German accordions violins guitars and Padua strings offered at very low prices in Freeport, aiming to attract shoppers to a major sale event.
Thirty five children’s carriages must be sold regardless of cost to clear space at J. D. Diffenbaugh’s. The sale is advertised as an on site auction and all stock will be offered to the public.
The advertisement proclaims a full range of fruit at J D Dift enbaughs with the statement always cheapest and largest supply. It markets a wide variety of fruit available for immediate purchase at competitive prices.
Spring wheat flour priced at 1.20 and 2 s'k Iowa. Bloomington winter wheat flour at 1.50. Addams winter wheat flour 1.45. White winter wheat flour 1.75. Fresh ground corn meal 0.30. Winter wheat Graham flour 0.50. At Burrell Bros.
A local item notes a customer can visit Diffenbaugh's Fountain to enjoy ice cream priced at 7 cents per plate.
A Pharmacy advertisement touts Dr Swayne’s Compound Syrup of Wild Cherry for coughs bronchial and lung disorders. It notes the inventor's Penn graduate background and Philadelphia Dispensary ties. Trial bottles cost 25 cents, large bottles 1.00, six for 5.00. Sold by Swarts Stocking in Freeport and leading druggists.
Beloit College enters its thirty second year with 260 graduates overall. It offers Classical and Philosophical courses, mirrors New England academy prep, and charges moderate expenses. The fall term begins September 4th, under President A. L. Chapin. Finest Green Rio Coffee advertised at 20 cents a pound by Burrell Bros.
An 19th century testimonial advertises Swayne's All Healing Ointment as a perfect cure for itching piles and skin diseases. Joseph W. Christ of Roedel and Christ notes severe nightly itching eased by the product. The ad urges readers to buy from druggists and mail orders via Dr Swayne & Son Philadelphia.
Edison has made a fortune from his inventions and will be remembered as a master genius. He has filed nearly two hundred patents. Inventors entitled to patents or soldiers of the War of 1812 or their widows and all soldiers entitled to pensions should send stamps for information to Presbrey and Green Attorneys 507th Streets Washington DC 23 16 11.
A playful note claims Cronkrite's Ultimatum is popular with many buyers and even a neighbor has purchased it. The speaker jokes about improved harmony at home after obtaining the Cronkrite product.
Advertises Shilohs Consumption Cure and related remedies for coughs throat and lung diseases. Claims two doses relieve croup and offers refunds. Mentions Shilohs Porous Plaster and SHILOHSS SYSTEM VITALIZER with prices and seller Emmert & Burrell. Also promotes Wells Persian Perfume Hackme Tack and 5 cent cigars at J D Diffenbaughs.
J A Tynes, a well known Wilson North Carolina citizen, testifies that London Hair Color Restorer cured his wife’s dry tetter scalp and dandruff, stopped hair loss, and restored natural color. He sent for a dozen bottles with eight dollar payment and notes 75 cent per bottle price. Dr Swayne Son Philadelphia sole proprietors.
The advertisement proclaims the liver as central to digestion, heart and brain function, and links liver troubles to many ailments. It touts Green's August Flower as unrivaled for dyspepsia and liver complaints, offers 10 cent sample bottles, and states it is sold in all towns on the Western Continent via Swarts & Stocking.
Close confinement and heavy factory work drain workers causing poor appetite languor and ill health. Hop Bitters, made from pure remedies, promise renewed health with outdoor sun and relief from liver kidney and urinary troubles. For sale by Emmert Burrell.
480 acres of prairie land in Barton County Missouri located 3 miles from LeRoy and 5 miles from Finley near a railroad station, about 15 miles southeast of Fort Scott. For particulars inquire or address E. O. Rosenstiel Freeport.
Oranges lemons new figs dates pears and new maple sugar raisins and nuts of all kinds are offered at J D Dirrensayan's store with a focus on fresh fruits and varied dried goods for customers seeking a broad assortment.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve touted as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum tetter chapped hands and skin eruptions. Guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by Emmert & Burrell. 23-7ms
Classified rental notice stating three dwelling houses for rent listed by J Coc Rar near the Court House with date April 26 1878. No further details provided.
Advertises new stock and prices at the C O D Grocery Store opposite Brewster House. Also offers a 160 acre farm in Winslow township for sale or trade for city property, located within three miles of two I G C R depots. Inquiries at this office.
A notice from Hent and Koenra announces their new upstairs store at No 89 Stephenson Street offering inexpensive and high quality parlor and chamber sets. The ad emphasizes affordability and a wide selection in the new showroom.
A $100 scholarship in Rock River University Dixon good in any branch or department. For details contact Rock River Seminary office. Term begins August 26 under principal T N Naselton I E Here agent Mt Morris. Also cider vinegar and apples sold at C O D Grocery Store opposite Brewster Tousa.
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