Local Notes Then And Now In Galena And Danville
Friday sociable at Embury M E Church. thanks to Geo Harlow for State Secretary report. Mr Bartlett of Galena in Chicago buying goods. F P Richards of Freeport visiting. Illinois State Board of Equalization proceedings received. Journal of R W Grand Encampment Danville 1880 copy thanks. Excelsior Lodge 97 to elect officers next Thursday Dec 16. M R Thompson Lodge 381 A F & A M to meet Dec 17 with officer elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. H. Harlow
T. LP. Richards
Freeport
A. V. Richards
The
Journal
Galena
R. W
J. C. Smith
Illinois
Danville
Excelsior Lodge
M. R. Thompson Lodge
A. F
A. M
Christmas entertainment at U B Church Orangeville
A Christmas entertainment will be given at the U B Church Orangeville on Christmas night December 25 1880. The program includes vocal and instrumental music and appropriate addresses. All are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. B
Orangeville
Col Stephenson Fire Engine Company Social Hop New Year Eve
Col Stephenson Fire Engine Company hosts a social hop at Germania Hall on New Year’s Eve to raise funds for a relief valve for the hose. Organizers urge generous patronage from the public and members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Stephenson Fire Engine Company
Germania Hall
Advertisements and social notices in a local issue
The page highlights F L Jones advertisement promoting 99¢ Store holiday stock and invites New Year caller lists. It notes a Baptist sociable at Mrs E B Winger with music recitations and a Peakies act, and an Embury Church Dime Musical Sociable this Wednesday evening. Jack Hiller’s Eagle Hat Store sign by D Adamson draws praise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. L. Jones
Baptist Sociable
E. B. Winger
Embury
D. Adamson
Jack Hiller
Eagle Hat Store
Adamson
Grand Island Woman Injured In Fall Through Trapdoor
Mrs. Chas F. Bentley of Grand Island Nebraska formerly of the city suffered a serious accident after falling through a trapdoor. One limb was broken and other injuries were painful though not dangerous. Her mother Mrs. Fisher left for Grand Island last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas F. Bentley
Grand Island
Neb
Fisher
Closure of Lee Hive by Sheriff over two judgments
The Lee Hive, run by Mrs. J. KX. Stone, was closed on Saturday by Sheriff Stewart after confessions of two judgments in favor of Moses Stohenfels and Mrs. Bertha Stine. A levy on the entire stock will be sold after ten days’ notice to satisfy the judgments. Mr. Miles White of Lena recently opened a new store with a plate glass front, marking the first of its kind there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee- Hive
J'. KX. Stone
Stewart
Moses Stohenfels
Bertha Stine
Miles White
Lena
White
Pleasant Whist Party At Dr Stearns Residence
A Monday evening gathering at Dr Stearns home featured a pleasant whist party. Yale student Fred Bartlett will spend holidays with family and friends in the city and arrives home Christmas day afternoon. The appeal conference began at the First M E Church with Bishop Bowman presiding. several appeal cases will be heard. Welcoming visitors from Winslow Florence and Dakota stopped by the JOURNAL office. Messer Hettinger Collman Co plan January move to Tarbox block. Edwin Lyon resumes piano tuning and repair work in the city with instruments to be serviced. orders left at F W Brainerd music store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Bartlett
Yale College
M. E
Bowman
St. Louis
Messer Hettinger, Collman & Co
Stephenson and
Chicago Streets
M. Hohenfels
Edwin Lyon
F. W. Brainerd
Illinois State Teachers Association Annual Session
The Illinois State Teachers Association will hold its annual session in Springfield on December 28 29 and 30. Papers and addresses on teaching theory and practice will be discussed with prominent instructors from the state and lectures by F W Parker of Boston and J B Peaslee of Cincinnati. The meeting promises practical value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois State Teacher's Association
Springfield
F. W. Parker
Boston
J. B. Peaslee
Cincinnati
City Council Discusses Pest House and Health Officer
The City Council held a special meeting to consider infectious diseases and the feasibility of a pest house. The matter was referred to Public Grounds committee to estimate costs, and Dr. F Hayes was appointed health officer by the Mayor and confirmed by the Council.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Hayes
Freeport Store Offers Centennial Style Holiday Goods
A visit to the store of C. H. Little & Co. shows a vast and valuable variety of holiday goods. The article says Freeport has not seen such a magnificent stock before and praises Mr. Little’s enterprise. It suggests this should yield a large holiday trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. H. Little & Co
Freeport
Little
Circuit Court of Stephenson Opens with Docket Adjustments
The Stephenson county circuit court resumed on Monday with Judge Brown. Several criminal calendar cases were stricken and two added by the Grand Jury. The first jury case was being tried, and the term may run to mid or late next week. Frederick Damert, Lena hardware merchant, attempted suicide Monday night, firing at himself to avert poverty, but survived. He was reportedly prosperous and not near destitution, according to our informant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Stephenson County
Brown
Frederick Damert
Lena
Damert
Christian Women in Church Work Advocated at Salem
Rev D B Byers preached on Christian single mindedness fidelity and cooperation from Phil 4 1 3 defending and urging women's help in church work He noted when God seals labor male or female no one should hinder the divine ark He cited Paul and his true yoke fellow with women helpers in Philippi and urged that today the nation and people can best wield talent for Christ Growth and power of habit was the evening theme Attendance was good morning and evening
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem Church
D. B. Byers
St. Paul
Philippi
Corman Weds Miss Sherbondy at Oneco Home
John A. Corman and Anna E. Sherbondy, both of Oneco Stephenson County, were married December 2 at the bride's home by Rev B F Pugh. A few intimate friends attended. The occasion blended sadness and joy as it honored the bride, the daughter of an ailing mother. Splendid refreshments and many useful presents were noted. Friends wish the couple a happy life.
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Oneco
B. F. Pugh
John A. Corman
Anna E. Sherbondy
Stephenson County
Fire destroys Jacob Tlime copper works building
A noon fire consumed a 20 by 80 foot frame copper works building operated by Mr. Jacob Tlime near the gas works. Cause not certain but likely a faulty flue or embers from a stove. Loss estimated over 2090 dollars, insured about 1500. disruption to a contract for six hundred barrels weekly plus home trade. Fire department saved adjacent structures. rebuilding planned promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Tlime
Hime
Our Boys Voices On Street Crowds And Profanity
A historical commentary notes boys from five years old and up roving streets at night. It laments the swearing and rowdy behavior near Opera House and Armory Hall entrances and urges parents to keep sons home after dark. It calls for police to send roaming youths home and warns of future misconduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opera
Armory
City must pay Isbell damages after repeated appeals
The case against the city, first ruled for Isbell at $4000, has been affirmed by an appellate court. It marks the third and fourth appeals, with Supreme Court reversals prior, and the city faces unavoidable damages despite high costs of continued appeals. Critics say continuing the fight serves mayoral whim rather than public interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isbell
Supreme Court
Death of William Irvin nine dies of diphtheria
William Irvin nine, son of Andrew and Ellen Black, died from diphtheria last Friday. Funeral held Saturday at eleven. He spoke of going home to heaven as he died. A bright, intelligent boy, his loss touches his family and the Sabbath School. The bereaved parents receive many friends' sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Irvin
Andrew
Ellen Black
C. F. Kryder
Ile
Heaven
Stiie
Earth
High School expulsions spark community debate
The School Board expelled one girl and suspended another after an inquiry found profane language and unlady like conduct among several high school girls. Superintendent Snyder and Principal Greene reported the facts, urging reform and caution, and urging young ladies to choose a pure, high minded path over a dangerous course.
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Snyder
Greene
Heaven
Hell
First Presbyterian pew rentals action and elections
The Board of Trustees of the First Presbyterian Society approves keeping pews at current rents for the coming year unless Dec. 31 notice is given to the Treasurer. Applications to change pews go to the Treasurer. Trustees seek congregational cooperation for funds. Annual Trustee election follows prayer meeting on Dec. 23. Expiring terms: John Burrell and W. O. Wright.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Presbyterian Society
John Burrell
W. O. Wright
New Grocery House Opens Near Burrell Bros
A first class grocery house by two energetic young men opens next door to Burrell Bros. They promise low prices and stock rich in staple and fancy groceries. Their shelves include domestic and imported table delicacies with brands such as St Louis O K and British Mills. They accept cash or butter and eggs and invite farmers to visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burrell Bros
St. Louis
O. K
British Mills
Dakota
Tax Notice in Freeport 1880 Collector’s Book
The Collector Seril Williams announces taxes for 1880 in Freeport are due. Office of J B Smith, Stephenson Street near Burchard & Scotts. Also note advice on cough remedies with Dr Marshall’s Lung Syrup priced at 25 and 50 cents.
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Freeport
J.B. Smith
Burchard & Scotts
Stephenson Street
Seril Williams
Dress goods remnants sold at Mrs. Stevens store
Remnants of dress goods must be sold at Mrs. W. A. Stevens. Call early at the 99 cent Store to get first choice for Christmas.
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W. A. Stevens
99 Cent
Santa Claus Headquarters Holiday Goods Ad
Santa Claus Headquarters advertises the largest stock of groceries canned goods nuts raisins figs apples cider and candies with a holiday focus. It promotes fresh oysters candies and nuts, offers 85 cent specials, and invites shoppers to compare prices to save 10 to 20 percent with C D. Store located opposite Brewster House corner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brewster House
Radiant Home Base Burner advertised for sale locally
We are receiving a second stock this season of the celebrated Radiant Home Base Burning Stove the most successful heater ever made for sale only by F Bartlett 75 and 77 Stephenson St Radiant Home for 1880 Is the most durable economical and powerful heating Base Burner on the market The Radiant Home has the largest and most perfect operating even of any Base Burner made Elegant mounted and fitted with no superiors See them or you may regret buying any other Also sale by 75 and 77 Stephenson Street Plus various local shop notices on shoes scarfs and watches and a GIANT shoe store note mentioning stoves and stoves retailer Burkhard Scott
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F. Bartlett
Stephenson St
Radiant Home
Stephenson Street
Also Mentioned on This Page
O. B. Bidwell
Embury M. E
Chicago
Jon. E. B. Warner
Illinois State Board of Equalization
Wright & CO
Boots and Shoes
Squire Hunt
Winslow
W. D. Ford
Henry Aspinwall
Florence
J. S. Fisher
Our
First Presbyterian
H.D. Post & Co
Santa Claus’ Headquarters
Chas. A. McNamara & Co
Geo. P. Rose, Jr
Jas, McNamara
Burchard & Scott
James McNamara
ONS
Maree Perfum
Mrs. J. Benson
Opera House
Mel
AEAN
Holkf’s
Neeley & Read
WM. O. Wright
Golden Beot
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