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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1873
Page
4
Chicago hard times and railroads praised amid epizootic fears in Oregon. Local notes report improving illness for Mr. Hal lett, or Mr. Carroll, and a steam of town chatter on forefather celebrations, church moves, and railroad depot work. California and Wisconsin politics mentioned. odd anecdotes crop up about a bowlegged man and a cruel harebrained recipe.
A glowing review details the Young American Band's performance at the Opera House. It praises solos and ensembles from Mrs. Pomeroy and Mrs. Ormsbee, the quartet Shepherd Boy's Pipe, and the band’s second part with a concert schottische. The piano by Pelton & Pomeroy earns praise, netting $600 to pay their instrument balance. The Friends list the Band Act members with positions and instruments.
The Sugar Factory notes a poor beet sugar yield due to a wet season reducing saccharine content. Proprietors will closely reexamine the process this week. Hope is expressed for the enterprising owners as they assess the venture.
The collectors’ books for the county towns will be ready for delivery by December 10 1872. Town Collectors are ordered to qualify as required by law and to call for their books. December 2 1872 George Thompson County Clerk.
An item described as ready and priced at 100 is now available for purchase at the office.
A Teachers Institute will convene in Davis on Saturday December 14 beginning at a stated hour. All local teachers are urged to attend under supervision of I B P Kurcemps, County Superintendent of Schools.
Judge Brown lauds Stephenson County at the dedication of the new courthouse praising citizens attorneys officers jurors and all residents for the beautiful costly building. Speeches by Bailey Naramore Hinds Krohn and others honor the Builders Superintendent Babcock and Upp and express hope it will be a temple of justice with total cost under 140000 dollars.
A Monday meeting in the law office of F K Hill organized a debating society. F K Hill was elected President pro tem, with officers including Thomas V Sweet as Vice President and J R Hanley as Secretary. Membership limited to thirteen, meetings every two weeks, constitution and by laws to be drafted by a four member committee.
A Sunday morning burglary at J D Diffenbaughs store saw burglars bore cellar doors pry bolts and steal about $60 knives pocket books and other items. The owner has a clue but no solid suspect yet. The article also mentions a river fire hoax and a swindler trial of Prof Turner from Jacksonville and notes a bill to abolish Assessor of Internal Revenue offices passing the House.
The Black Crook Comedy Company staged Friday and Saturday performances praised for stage spectacle and strong acting. Miss Annie Mack as Carline drew encores, while acts ranging from the grotto of golden stalactites to the Cow-bell-zians and ventriloquism entertained large audiences, with A. M. Hernandez lauded as a "Musical Sea Lion."
A dramatic Freeport runaway ends with the driver John Yordy safely managing a dappled grey horse. The animal darts through streets, narrowly missing a wedding party, colliding with a freight train but causing no injuries. The incident also notes the death of Capitola the horse from hare disease.
The First M E Church Oyster Supper at Wilcoxon Opera House drew a large crowd and strong praise for the meal and decor. Raw oysters, turkey, and confections filled seven dining tables with silverware supplied by church ladies. The event, aided by the Young American Band, raised 205 dollars for church upholstery and carpeting, with special thanks to Walton, Little, Stevens, and local supporters.
On Friday evening a largely musician guests gathered at Miss Ada Hay's home to sing and play. The event featured fine home talent, refreshments, and a crowd eager to hear rather than be heard. Organizers plan more parties this winter. House prepared for sale at this office.
Public sale of imported thoroughbred Cotswold Leicester and Lincolnshire sheep including ewes and rams at the Pennsylvania House in Freeport Illinois on Saturday December 14 1872 at twelve o'clock. Sale to be on twelve months time with note and approved security. T Ul Miveer.
A fragmented notice reviews Maga and Ridott area business activity led by K R AON and Babcock with dry goods, groceries, and medicines, noting branches in Dakota and a post office operation. It mentions an epizootic affecting horses, a Thanksgiving party by Christie and Young, and concerns about a local youth’s behavior in Dakota.
Vouxpry Coupry Ventin and x English troupe opened last night in Fisher's Hy despite rain. The Ventini and Galelia trapeze act drew applause and Gregorie's acrobatics pleased the crowd. Humpty Dumpty pantomime was the finale with clever tricks and hearty laughter. The company plans a new gramme with novelties and will perform at Wilcoxon Opera House on December 19th.
Extract from State Superintendent bulletin notes changes in school staff requirements under federal act. It lists repeal of county superintendents and treasurers duties, teachers certificates, and associated schedules. Reads as official notice to teachers and school officers about revised qualifications and duties.
Mrs Eliza M Hemenway appointed agent for the travel work will collect subscriptions for the volumes It promises to be a notable travel book rivaling Humboldt in merit and scope Subscriptions offer binding options from $5 09 to $10 00 with various bindings including Half Turkey and Full Morocco
A Pennsylvania Central collision occurred about half a mile west of Mifflin when a coupling failed between the express and R engine cars. The rear car's brake failed, causing the train to surge forward and strike the Pullman cars violently, with injuries reported to a Mrs. Thomas of Elizabeth, Pa.
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