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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1873
Page
7
A historical note argues advertising works best when placed in newspapers, as readers are more likely to notice a well integrated ad. It contrasts newspaper ads with circulars and other transient methods that are quickly discarded and forgotten.
Fragment from a Cabinet meeting notes the President's plan to draft emancipation for slaves in rebellious states. Key figures like Mr Bates urged deportation with emancipation, while others argued against amalgamation and warned emancipation could be delayed for a more auspicious period. The discussion ended with postponement until after Antietam.
A comic scene shows a merchant selecting four of the toughest turkeys for a shrewd buyer while a talkative exchange reveals a moody warning about drinking. Another snippet notes ladies maids praising Lyon's Katharion for hair care and a wordplay exchange about spelling Idaho.
Wedding notices list Daniel Dours with Annostacger A. Welch and TaHeoport Serry with Su-Bar Gabe in Rock Run and Stephenson County. An obituary for Wat Wilcox of Rock Run, born November 1 1889 in Green County New York, died November 9 1872, described as a pious Christian with assurance of immortality "Forever with the Lord" per H Crews.
The publication details for the Sent-WixKLy Times explain weekly and daily editions, pricing for one year and multiple copies, and accepted payment methods including drafts, money orders, and registered mail. It notes postmasters must register letters when requested to ensure mail safety.
A dated Freeport market list shows No 1 wheat and barley prices per bushel, oats and potatoes, butter and cheese per pound, lard and eggs per dozen, and various vegetables. It also lists hides, wool, lime, tobacco, flour and mill feed, meats, lumber, shingles, and sawyers with unit prices.
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