Journal Office Moves and Local Updates
The Journal Office relocates to the basements of the new Post Office with entrance on Van Buren Street opposite Court House. F S Taggart appointed 1st Assistant Fire Marshal by the Mayor, replacing a resigned captain. Reading at Opera House tonight by Prof J Cumnock under ITuse Co No 1 Wood. A proclamation calls a special Alderman election in First Ward due to Irvin’s removal to Iowa. Congress session opens with routine business and President’s message. full text of Rent’s message and Treasury report included. Printer’s move caused delays and reduced issue quality due to a storm and hard trials this week.
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Journal
van Buren St
Court House
2. J. Cumnock
Northwestern University
Opera House
Ituse Co. No. 1
Cronkrite
Iowa
Irvin
Congress
Washington
Lnst
The
Treasury
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Reverend Hershey to Speak on Ingersollism at Wilcoxons
Reverend S F Hershey will lecture on Ingersollism at Wilcoxons Opera House tomorrow evening. He has received flattering notices in cities where he has lectured and is described as a fine orator. Lecture starts at eight o'clock p.m. Tickets for sale at Sanborns. Don’t miss the talk.
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S. F. Hershey
Wilcoxon’s
Opera House
Ingersoll
Sanborn’s
Resignation of First Assistant Fire Marshal Polk
William Polk resigns from the Fire Department to join the Post Office in Washington. The council accepted his resignation and adopted a resolution expressing regret at his loss and wishing him success in his new position. Polk has long been a mainstay, known for vigilance and prompt service.
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Wm. Polk
Washington
P. O. Department
Ald. Porter
William Polk
Mr. Polk
Dr Gray to Lecture at Second Presbyterian Church
Dr Gray editor of the Interior Chicago will speak at Second Presbyterian Church on Thursday evening December 4 at 8 o clock. The talk titled Wotan the Wanderer recounts times of King Solomon and is described as learned witty and instructive with humor.
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Gray
The
Interior
Chicago
Second Presbyterian Church
Goodhue Granted New Trial In Supreme Court Decision
The Supreme Court grants Chas. F. Goodhue a new trial in the Young Napoleon case, promising a lengthy and costly rematch for the county and Goodhue’s supporters. attorney J. A. Crain earns praise for loyalty and relentless effort. new trial likely in Rockford, possibly in January.
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Chas. F. Goodhue
Supreme Court
Goodhue
Napoleon
J. A. Crain
Rockford
Lena Star
Cranberries Cultivated by Burrell Bros on Cape Cod and Wisconsin
Cape Cod and Wisconsin growers Burrell Bros cultivate cranberries, cultivating bogs and harvesting berries for regional markets. The effort highlights long standing fruit production across two states and the firms’ persistent cranberry operations.
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Cape Cod
Wisconsin
Burrell Bros
Obituary of Mr Jacob Stibgen in Freeport area
Mr Jacob Stibgen long time county settler dies at 77 in Freeport residence of son in law CG H Chapman after months of illness from rheumatism and a broken thigh. Survived by son A K K Stibgen and daughters Mrs C I Chapman Mrs Jno Gochenour Mrs W J Snyder and Mrs H Brubaker. Funeral reflections note Christian faith and passage to eternity.
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Ays
Jacob Stibgen
CG. H. Chapman
Stibgen
Ife
Salem Evangelical Church
A. KK. Stibgen
C. I. Chapman
Jno. Gochenour
W. J. Snyder
H. Brubaker
Free
Sanborn Denies Interior Subscriptions Bad Credit
C G Sanborn of Freeport Illinois claims he had no authority to receive money for Chicago Interior and says he bought papers from the wholesale News Company, not the publishers. He offers 100 dollars to anyone who can prove missed delivery and asserts publishers wrongfully accused him of misappropriation while inviting subscriptions to other religious papers at low rates.
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C. G. Sanborn
Freeport
Illinois
Chicago
the Interior
Interior
The
Cyrus Kryder to Read at Wilcoxon Opera House
Freeport December 2 1879 Cyrus Kryder writes thanking L L Munn Stocking Stearns and others for the invitation and good will He says he will give a reading at Wilcoxon Opera House on Wednesday evening December 17 1879 Confirmation of event and date by a personal note from Kryder.
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Freeport, Lll
L. Ll. Munn
C. H. Stocking
O. E. Stearns
John Burrell
Wm. A. Stevens
Geo
F. Swarts
de Forest
L. W. Guiteau
Wilcoxon Opera House
Cyrus Kryder
C C Wilson Offers Wide Range of Patterns and Embroideries
C C Wilson announces new stock including Bonnets Germantown Wool Zephyrs Embroidery Silks Can vases embroidery patterns slipper patterns foot rests set pets card boards and motifs business text lists diverse craft supplies for sewing and decoration.
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C. C. Wilson
For Sale Farm in Stephenson County with Orchards
For sale a farm of ninety two acres with a good house and barn and two bearing orchards. Located in Loran town Stephenson county one mile west of Yellow Creek village twelve miles southwest of Freeport and eight miles south of Lena. Terms easy. Inquiries to J. M. DeVone Freeport IL or S. A. Frey Loran IL.
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Loran
Stephenson County
Yellow Creek
Freeport
Lena
J. M. Devone
Ors
A. Frey
Embezzlement case from county treasurer reversal and remand
Supreme Court explains venue changes and jurisdiction, require transmission of papers, and allows trial to proceed despite missing original indictments. It affirms sufficiency of the embezzlement indictment and addresses admissibility of unrelated acts, election doctrine, jury instructions, and juror lists, reversing the circuit court judgment and remanding for a new trial.
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Supreme Court
Sustich Dickey
CrtAnanot
Circuit Court of
Winnebago
Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Purgative Pellets
A concise promotion notes stages and routes fading with railroads and introduces Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Purgative Pellets as a sugar coated remedy. The text claims pills are larger than mustard seeds, made from concentrated vegetable extracts, and warranted to cure irregularities of stomach liver and bowels. Sold by druggists.
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Dr. Pierce
Bentley Seeks Holiday Piano and Organ Buyers
H. D. Bentley announces a complete stock of 54 pianos and organs for the holiday trade at 144 Stephenson Street and invites readers to visit and make a purchase.
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H. D. Bentley
Stephenson Street
Special Notice on Stettauer Bros. sale bargains
WM. A. Stevens announces the final sale event opening late this week and continuing into next week. The stock from Stettauer Bros. Co. Chicago includes cottons and woolens with goods at reduced prices. Customers are urged to inspect items before they are closed out for sharp market adjustments.
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Stettauer Bros. & Co
Chicago
WM. A. Stevens
Mrs J Benson Opens New Year in Freeport Trade
Established 1572 Mrs J Benson announces the Sth year of business in Freeport offering Hosiery Underwear Woolens and children's wear at unbeatable prices in Opera House Block. Also Mr H D Bentley at 144 Stephenson St reports growing piano organ trade with low margins to build volume and strong recommendations from Budget.
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Freeport
J. Benson
H. D. Bentley
Stephenson Street
Bentley
New York
Worth the Paris milliner and his renowned forewoman
Worth the Paris milliner employs Miss Mary as forewoman, a figure widely known locally. She, an English brunette with graceful bearing, takes orders with queenly air and is always dressed in Worth's latest designs, admired for elevating even simple attire.
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Worth
Paris
Mary
McCammon piano offered by I. W. Brainerd vendor
Musical merchandise for sale at 108 Stephenson Street by I. W. Brainerd. He offers the celebrated McCammon piano, described as one of the finest instruments ever placed in the market.
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Sona
Ga At Sea
Call of
I. W. Brainerd
Stephenson Street
Ite
McCammon
Millinery Nations and Fancy Goods Sale
CC Wilson announces a clearance sale on millinery and fancy goods to run from now through the holidays offering cash for every item and urging everyone to shop for bargains.
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CC. Wilson
The Old Man of the Sea as an Ocean Buoy
The line recalls the Old Man of the Sea once serving as an ocean buoy. A mythic nickname linked to maritime lore marks a radar of historical navigation. The note hints at a working device and maritime naming traditions in a brief historical reflection.
Stevens' Store Delivers Scarce Kalo Meda Goods This Season
Shoppers are urged to buy Kalo Meda articles now at Stevens' Store as the most desirable pieces are being sold off. No further goods of this season will arrive, prompting urgent purchases from customers intending to acquire these items.
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Stevens
Wanted Fresh Cows Address 14-2W J B Currier
Classified notice seeking fresh cows for immediate purchase. Recipient named J B Currier, street 14-2W. No additional details on quantity or price provided.
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J.B. Currier
Underwer Prices Drop Lower Than Last Year At Benson
A fragment notes prices at Benson are even lower than last year, indicating a continuing decline in cost. The brief lacks specifics but signals improved affordability for shoppers this season.
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Benson?s
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