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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1867
Page
4
Dr E C DePuy assumes the role of county treasurer and will be available at his office during business hours for those seeking to meet him. The note indicates a smooth transition and public access to the new official.
A local advertisement urges visitors to McHenry's photograph room in Staver's block to view a large portrait of the proprietor. It claims the image, colored by Mr. Brink, surpasses any seen before and stands as notable artwork rather than a mere photograph.
The editor of the Rockford Chief will deliver a poem at the Illinois Press Association annual meeting in Jacksonville on January 8. The proposed reading is described as an excellent selection, reflecting the event's literary tone.
Messrs Neff and Swarts have recently painted up their store which now looks neat and clean and they are opening a fresh stock of holiday goods.
The past week adds imiely to our assortment with several founts of new styles ahead of any before. We also introduce several calendar styles for 1868 and a range of cards circulars and letterheads fully prepared to suit all tastes.
Krohn brings to town the best pipes and cigar holders for Holiday presents. An invitation is issued to attend the charity meeting at the house of Mr. John Kenegy on the corner of Clay and Mechanic Streets this Friday evening. All are invited.
Mrs A D Ferris offers a large complete assortment of ladies furnishing goods in latest styles. Many items are ideal holiday presents. Shoppers are urged to visit and review winter styles of han nets cloaks and more.
We are pleased to notice that during the past week several damaged sidewalks on State Road and Prospect Street have been repaired. Residents express relief at improved safety and appearance along these routes.
An old time advertisement urges readers to buy at J M Hill dry goods store next to the bank. It emphasizes keeping up with fashion while living within means and invites ladies to visit the shop for goods.
In a bustling corner of Fry's block, Smythe's boot and shoe store remains crowded despite complaints of dull times. The shop claims the largest assortment, best quality goods, and the lowest panic-scale prices, inviting all to call and compare.
A local group of citizens plans a gift enterprise for the holidays. Details are not yet determined, but organizers are well known in the community and expected to conduct the effort honorably as developments unfold.
Wagons carrying girders arches and other iron bridge parts were seen passing through town. Confirmation from inquiries shows the new Yellow Creek bridge is ordered by the Supervisors for a location near the railroad. The addition is expected to be a valuable improvement and may be completed soon.
Messrs Root and Cady of Chicago send several recent publications to the Journal editor. Notable items include The Knights Templar March dedicated to Sir Knights of Apollo Commandery No 1, Yes We’ll Be True to Mach Other a guitar friendly song, Beadman’s Polka lively and pretty, Treasures a ballad with piano, Doc Founder of Notre Dame a song with chorus. The first and last pieces feature colored title pages.
Local dealers Litchenberger Brothers offered venison at Renee Market after a recent delivery, giving residents a chance to buy venison steaks this season. The note mentions a Bloodholm area supply and urges citizens to take advantage of the meat sale.
A grand ball on the 16th inst will raise proceeds for Swell JCB/Fad Sogn School. Everyone is urged to attend to see the new hall and support the worthy cause.
A western city resident long wooed a shy young woman. After visiting E. and J. Roche's clothing store to try a suit, the maiden recognized him and rushed into his arms, leading to marriage within a few weeks.
The final Leta Stax reports that Finkerin, the boy run over by cars at that location, died Monday evening after the accident described in last week's Journal.
Stine and Bro keep their manufacturing department running late and send out only good clothing. They offer the largest ready-made clothing assortment in the city at the lowest prices. After enlarging their store it remains small for the immense stock. Visit the corner opposite Fry's Hall to see for yourself.
The Freeport Steam Fire Engine Company No.1 announces a grand Christmas Eve ball at Fry's Hall on December 24. Boyer's string band will provide the music and tickets cost one dollar. The event aims to show appreciation for the new company and its members.
A letter to the President of this company by Jacob Studebaker highlights the destruction of Studebaker’s barn and the policy he held. The notice praises the company for steady operation amid attacks from rival Eastern institutions and its prompt loss payments, urging readers to consider it for safe indemnity.
Inside this week’s paper the Chicago correspondent Don presents a well written apicy letter. Arrangements are made to publish one of his letters weekly. The JouRNAL aims to publish more original reading matter than any other paper in this section and to keep improving.
The oldest popular shop in Freeport, J D Diffenbaugh’s, draws townspeople and countrypeople for staples and oysters at low prices. New holiday goods arrive, with a grand display of knickknacks suitable for gifts, inviting consideration from gentlemen seeking presents for sisters.
To the Lovars of good cigars and buyers cheap, the merchants Youngman and Mrubaker invite customers to visit their shop. They advertise strong facilities for supplying a good article at both wholesale and retail, a rarity in their line.
A smoky billiard hall named Gidlagior Cb. draws steady crowds and appears well patronized. The proprietor, Péhiticmanly, is described as amiable and accommodating, with hopes for future success.
A fragment notes a holiday sale of Florence Bewing Machines with Mrs Maniatis offering demonstrations. The text suggests the purchaser will be shown advantages and encouraged to buy, promising a pleasant experience. The copy is garbled but centers on a product sale and demonstration.
A notice states Mr. Chasie Meyer has rented the store at 71 Stephenson Street, formerly Mr Charles Little's, and plans to start a liquor store within ten days. Meyer, known locally as a landlord at Tifhead Ehing's House, aims to succeed in this new venture.
The piece urges rural communities to fill long winter nights with sociables lectures and debating clubs. It notes summer toil ends with stored crops housed, and calls for neighborhood literary societies to spread information, sharpen thought, and prepare future public stewards.
Winter is approaching and customers are urged to visit Messrs. J. and J. McNamara in Exchange block on Stevenson street for the city’s best boot and shoe supply. Their facilities are said to surpass rivals, with superior goods and prompt service for all winter needs.
A reader reports hearing a band of Serenaders in the northern part of town on Wednesday evening. The impromptu concert is described as grand and magnificent, with the writer seeking to identify the performers.
Mr Wm D Parker presented nine copper and iron ore specimens from Lake Superior to the mineralogical collection. The rocks include rock spar crystal conglomerate and more, gathered from various mines last summer during Parker’s extended stay in the region.
M. D. Chamberlin at Fry's Block corner offers hats caps fins gloves mit tens canes buffalo robes and related goods. He promises first class goods and very low prices, urging customers to call on him for his line.
Several young ladies of the Episcopal Church are devising plans to erect a Christmas Tree for the Sunday School. The effort aims to be successful with generous subscriptions to meet the needs and circumstances.
Santa Claus has notified agents Ford and Wise that the holidays approach and they have filled their store with an extensive holiday assortment. Elegant silver and plated ware tea sets tablets pitchers cups spoons forks fine gold jewelry and watches musical instruments sheet music parlor ornaments cutlery fancy baskets chess and backgammon boards and more, all offered cheaper than ever.
Rector of Zion Church preached at Oilison Hall in Mt Carroll on Wednesday evening last. The sermon topic was The Doctrines of the Church.
Mr Henry Ohl collector for the town of Iree port announces taxes for 1867 are due and payable at his office on Exchange Street in the building adjoining the Winnesheik Office. Specific due date not given and no further instructions provided.
Personal notes recount a Wednesday gathering with Mr. Aigalit and Mr. Iverson representing major western railroads. The brief visit to Mishigad Southern in H Ri drew admiration for their courteous conduct and distinguished careers in railway leadership.
A brief notice thanks the Freeport News Company Opposite the Post-Divide for valuable papers and periodicals and asks their continued favor.
A new grocery store reported last week has opened on Locust Street near the State Road, joining a newly opened gold and silver smith shop in the same area.
Readers are urged to join Broad's Magazine Clubs without delay by sending subscriptions. The note references an address coded as 4111/57 34-12-w3y for joining details and payment.
The notice lists several December 1857 marriages: Henry B. Weltzell of Philadelphia to Lin. Nix Snyder of Rutherford County Illinois, Wa. Liddell to Hannah M. Melton, Army Houes to Mary Prichard, W. H. Baker to Mary S. Smith, and J. O. Munn to Lila Trexel in Lancaster with Rev. Patterson Read and Rev. Carey officiating.
December 10 market notes list prices for Wheat Corn Barley Rye Buckwheat Wool Flour Butter Eggs Lard Rags Potatoes and live stock. Reads as price table with ranges and local conditions including shortages and stock levels.
Remnants from a long list of names including Addams D La and Mary Bickford, with scattered entries such as Aron Cohen and WMGNitt. The notice states remaining unclaimed items at the Freeport post office in the state of Illinois, dated December 11, 1867, and lists opening hours for the post office from 7 A.M. to 9 P.M. on weekdays with half hour noon break and reduced hours on Sundays, plus holidays.
Two good dwelling houses available for inquiry at Wd Barnes Co offices located at 91 and 93 Galena Street. Regional timetable notices dated October 12, 1867.
The Freeport pages tout Emmert and Stibgen as the leading hardware house with a large, up to date stock of stoves and a one price policy. They highlight the Mammoth Hardware Emporium opposite the 2d National Bank and urge readers to visit for the latest tools and agricultural implements from Freeport Agricultural Works.
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