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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1874
Page
4
Items from the notebook of journal reporters cover Freeport events and rumors. Christmas plans, theater notices, sales, weather, a local counterfeit rumor, and upcoming Odd Fellows lecture at the Opera House are highlighted.
T. L. J. Klapp, of the factory at the head of Chicago street, states he is now making the best of single and two heated cutters from the best material and warrants the work. Call on Mr. Klapp for cutters at low prices consistent with the times.
A woman named Mrs Heff ron of Dixon left an illegitimate female baby about five weeks old on the steps of Woodmanse's warehouse last Wednesday evening. The Briggs House proprietor's wife adopted the child after finding the mother, who declared she would have nothing further to do with it.
An exchange notes a man can buy a fine hat for fifteen dollars for his wife and a fine dress for thirty. a made dress costs under forty dollars. The piece contends men are learning economy is essential and jokes that saving now lies in spending wisely on wives, quipping what's the use of spending all on her back.
Ed Cavanagh was arrested Tuesday and jailed to await trial for an assault on a Swede about a year earlier. He and two companions had waylaid the man on the East side. the others were caught, but Cavanagh fled to Chicago. He returned, thinking the matter forgotten, and his disorderly conduct led to renewed arrest.
The narrator recounts receiving venison from Minnesota praised for quality, with remarks about a small bone in the steak and a light humorous note on editor friendly meat. The piece highlights the meat's vivid flavor and origin from Minnesota.
Young men in Pelton and Pomeroy's music store faced a near disaster when a kerosene lamp at the desk began to blaze. Charles Bliss acted fast, seizing the lamp and carrying it outside to extinguish the flame. The incident saved a likely explosion and a destructive fire.
Regular communication of Moses R. Thompson Lodge No. 381 A F and A M on Friday evening December 18 1874 at which time the annual election will be held all members are earnestly requested to be present Regular communication of Excelsior Lodge No 97 A F and A M on Thursday evening December 17 1874 object annual election
The Rockford Journal lauds Rev. Wm. Aug. Smith former Freeport resident and Court Street M E Church pastor for an admirable talk to Rockford’s youth. The paper regrets lacking space to publish the full lecture and urges readers to heed his precepts.
1.0.C. F. K. B. Sherman, Grand Master of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Illinois, will lecture in the city at the Opera House on the 20th inst. He is an eloquent speaker and expects a large audience. admission is free. The Odd Fellows here anticipate a full house on the 29th as members and visitors from nearby lodges gather for the event.
Scribner & Co of New York offers favors and compliments to readers, extending accommodation with no charge for them during the past week. They promote Scribner's Magazine and St Nicholas as ideal magazines for adults and children, distributed from 654 Broadway, New York.
Mesars W G and W Barnes, leading agricultural implement dealers, install a Diebold fire proof safe in their new Stephenson street offices Nos 58 60 62 and 64 Canton Ohio built with an over six thousand pound monster safe.
The poor Indian returns to roam the city scaring women, prompting locked doors all day. At a rap, residents peek from cracks to identify the visitor before admitting. Some mistook callers for danger, while eyeing the narrow openings.
News from Galena notes the death of Chas S Hempstead aged 80 at his home around 9 a m. after a long residence of nearly 50 years in Galena he was a respected figure active in community affairs and a Presbyterian ruling elder his death followed a recent severe fall. He leaves behind son W H Hempstead and a wide circle of friends and acquaintances mourn his passing.
A discussion on Sunday labor in America contrasts with European practice. It argues that most workers toil seven days, while the laboring class would welcome more Sunday wages. The piece cites theatre and pleasure industries, compares profits, and questions whether business competition should override Sabbath observance. It references Rev. AI. D. Jenkins's discourse of December 6 and notes interest in further talks on dancing and card-playing.
A roundup of residents and visitors with destinations and returns. A H Treat of Polo, General Atkina headed to St Louis, Oscar Taylor to Chicago, Mrs Wood and daughter of Aurora, Rev F P Cleveland to Chicago, Judge Brown's eight hour days at the temple of justice, Charles R Sheets selling interest in Algona drug firm and staying in Freeport, Mr and Mrs John Dewalt visiting relatives in Ohio New York and Pennsylvania, Miss Caddie H Miller returning from Evanston to study music, Capt Wm J Reitwell now in Twin Grove Wis shares news of health and business. The item notes Jomma is sent to his address.
A programme lists first half events including The Chase from Lady of the Lake, Parthasius Wits, Dad's Sumpin, A Quaker, Shamus O'Brien, and second half music with Buck Fanshaw's Funeral and Macbeth scenes. Admission 50 cents, reserved seats, hall opens 7, curtain 8, carriages at 10, ten day price reductions at Commercial Institute.
Citizens urged support for the Commercial Institute now operating in Freeport as a serious, reputable branch of the Rockford Institute. The article praises its instructor as a West graduate with teaching experience and strong moral character, urging the community to back the venture to elevate the city.
Notice calls a special meeting of the Stephenson County Grange for Saturday December 19 1874 at 10 am in Supervisor's Rooms Freeport. Secretary J M Onawesss notes the order came from five subordinate Granges. Dee 9 1874. Also an advertisement for cheap fur sets at J Wolf 110 Stephenson St and a push for Commercial Taatituse entries in ten days.
A brief note lauds Mr. Knight for clear English pronunciation and his comic Dutch impersonations, calling his speech and humor marvelous in World.
A buyer’s note offers single and two seated cutters by T L J Klapp of Chicago Street as the top option. Also advertised are 26 barrels of cranberries for sale at J D Diffenbaugh's, with likely fresh stock for nearby markets.
Readers in town offered a two shilling copy of From uv Yourn Up by Alarion Harland at Stevens'. Carlton & Co publish the new story and note Harland has sold over half a million copies.
The notice warns of prevalent lung ailments and harsh weather. It promotes Hale's Cough Cordial as a remedy available at drug stores with a money back guarantee if it fails to help.
Lost fur collar between Galena and Washington streets around December 2. Reward offered if returned to Journal office. Also notices about wood purchase at Carpet Factory and a writing course at Commercial Institute with 15 or 30 lessons and flexible hours.
A promotion announces a Cutter of Trapp made with the best material, offering warranty and urging quick action before the Commercial Institute’s price reduction ends.
The article notes harmful liver treatment practices using purgatives and stimulants, urging remedies that normalize bile flow and strengthen the liver after use. It cites testimonials from Rusk Texas and Buffalo NY praising Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and Pills for chronic liver disease and general recovery.
Call at G. W. Tandy's, 113 Stephenson street, and try a pair of the celebrated U. T. K. shoes, the best in the market, and no exception. The greatest rush for Wall Paper and Window Shades in this city is at Clayton's.
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