John B Gough to Speak at Freeport Opera House
John B Gough will headline at the Freeport Opera House on Wednesday evening February 16 1870 under the Young Men's Christian Association. Tickets available after February 5 at Emmett and Burrell with reserved seats. country listeners may secure best seats by mail orders to Emmert and Burrell Freeport Illinois.
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Freeport
Opera House
Young Men's Christian Association
Emmett & Burrell’s
Gough
Emmert & Burrell’s
Emmert & Burrell
Illinois
Gar May
Powell
Wilcoxon
Colorado
Bradley
Indang
McNamara's boots and shoes sale at cost for 30 days
McNamara offers entire stock of boots and shoes over shoes arctics and rubbers at cost and less than cost for thirty days as stock reduction prior to spring improvements at No. 7 Stephenson Street.
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McNamara
Freeport County Court House Plan Revealed
The Freeport Journal prints a cut showing a proposed Stehenson county Court House in Freeport. Dimensions include 100 by 90 feet with a 160 foot tower, a 50 by 64 foot courtroom, and stone fireproof construction. Basements house furnaces and store rooms, first floor county offices, second floor court and jury rooms, architect Mr Myers. Estimated cost not given.
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Freeport Journal
Stehenson County
Freeport
Myers
Carlinville Democrat
Bergman Robey and Kirk Form New Firm in Bergman
W W Robey buys interest in Farmers' Warehouse of Bergman and Kirk. Firm renamed Bergman Robey and Kirk and operates from a new brick building behind the Court House. They showcase Romery Indiana Thresher, McCormick harvesters, Sterling Corn Planter, Corn Sheller, Moline Plows, Dixon Plows, Easterly Seeder and other farming implements.
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Farmers
W. W. Robey
Bergman & Kirk
Bergman, Robey & Kirk
Court House
Romery
Indiana
Thresher
McCormick Harvesters
Sterling Corn
Moline
Dixon
Advertising as a Growing Crop Says Profound Philosopher
The speaker compared ads to a crop, noting that seeds planted by a farmer grow while he rests. Advertising, he said, reaches thousands who would not know the business otherwise, even while the audience sleeps or eats.
American and Swiss Watches in Wilcoxon's Marble Block
Mr Charles H Packard keeps American and Swiss watches from top manufacturers, famed for accurate timekeeping and full satisfaction. He also offers a large stock of silver and silver plated ware, praised for beauty and finish, with prices described as the lowest in the West.
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Charles H. Packard
Wilcoxon
West
Pardon petition for Philip W Frost in Stephenson County
Local citizens urge Governor Palmer to clemency for Philip W Frost a Robbery convict sentenced to one year in the penitentiary at the 1869 Stephenson County Circuit Court. They cite youth, prior character and support for his young wife and two children.
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Frost
Enty
Gov. Palmer
Joliet
Palmer
Stephenson County
Hilip W. Frost
W.S. Gray
William Youngman
W. B. Mayer
Jacob Rodearmel
Benj. L. Porter
E. P. Hodges
Wm. Massenberg
Wm. A. Stevens
B. F. Buckley
Henry Aspinwall
I. P. Frazier
C. H. Packard
Thos. Best
Jas, McNamara
Woods Graham
I. C
W. Guiteau
Wim
G. Waddell
R. V. Ankeny
O B. Spielman
Seth Mann
Wm. Frazier
Wm. Barnes
I. Best
Walter G. Barnes
T. T. Abrams
Freeport
J. M. Palmer
William Pour
Acent
Steam Printing Office Promises Best Cheap Work in County
A local advertisement touts the county's only steam printing office with multiple presses and a large stock of material. It claims to print any job more cheaply, better, and faster than competitors, urging job seekers and clients to remember the shop for quality and speed.
Wilcoxons new marble block praises city landmark and shop
The article proclaims Wiloxon s new marble block as a premier city building and among the finest in the West. It invites readers to Cavanaugh Wright Co s to view their boots shoes and well furnished store room. It notes their stock of underpinning gear and claims fashionable foods at low prices.
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Wilcoxon
Cavanaugh, Wright & Co.’s
Insurance by Porter and Wright Agency
Strictly reliable insurance can be effected on your property by applying at the Agency of Messrs Porter and Wright. They are agents for sound United States companies including the North American of New York. Have them write you up four policy in this company.
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Frazier Wilcoxon
Glock
Stephengen-st. jFreels
Oanee Co
North America
Philaghia
Lorillard Insurecompany
New York
Poenix Insurance Co
Tg Si
Messrs. Porter & Wright
United States
Protracted Meeting Ends in Cedarville With Noted Lectures
A Cedarville item notes a protracted meeting ending after five to six weeks with significant success. Lectures on temperance and other topics will follow, including Babylon and Singular People led by Rev. Rybolt of Bloomington. An unrelated burglary warns residents to secure cash. An east of town accident leaves a man with a possible skull fracture. Templeton.
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Cedarville
Babylon
Rybolt
Bloomington
Templeton
Meat Chopper at Rhodes Brothers Store
The Meat Market of Rhodes & Brother on Stephenson Street showcases a new American Patent Meat and Vegetable Chopping Machine. Described as handsome and neat, the device improves on the old chopping bowl and knife, with machines for large and small families. Housekeepers are advised to read the advertisement and visit Rhodes Bros. to see it in operation.
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Rhodes & Brother
Stephenson Street
Soldiers’ Monument
Wade
Rhodes Bros
For Sale Groceries at Best's on Stephenson Street
Advertisement notes groceries for sale at Best's store located at 161 Stephenson Street offering good new and cheap goods.
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Best's
Stephenson Street
Court House for Sale by Board of Supervisors
Building Committee of the Board sets auction for the venerable Court House on next Saturday February 5 1870 to the highest bidder. The fragment mentions Hans Brittman and teases a Keanest lawyer as the frontrunner.
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Board of Supervisors
Old Court House
Hans Brittman
Poostrie
Local Polish and Waterproof Blacking From A B Wurtz
Boxes of polish and waterproof blacking by A B Wurtz of this city are praised as tip-top. Wurtz is ready to fill orders of any extent.
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A. 8. Wurtz
Wurtz
Basket Oolong Tea Sold at C C Best Store
The store of C. C. Best at 151 Stephenson Street offered Basket Oolong Tea for one dollar and twenty five cents per pound. The listing notes the exclusive availability at that location.
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C. C. Best
Stephenson Street
Missing horse offered reward in Freeport area
On Wednesday night January 26 1870 Abram Brubaker near Freeport offers fifty dollars reward for a five year old dark bay horse with a white star on forehead and a white nose spot. The gelding stands about sixteen hands high and is described as in good condition.
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Abram Brubaker
Freeport
Hardware Firm Sawyer and Burchard Busy in Town
The town merchants report mixed trade with Sawyer and Burchard hardware firm enjoying constant crowds. The notice attributes their success to clear location, low prices, and best stock, urging readers to visit for hardware and related goods.
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Sawyer and Burchard
Boots and Shoes Offer Low Rates at Big Boot Sign
At the Big Boot sign local merchants advertise not being undersold on boots and shoes. They urge early calls to secure bargains as they sell off goods at astonishingly low rates to make room for a large spring stock.
Heating Stoves Offered At Low Prices By Lawver and Burchard
Lawver and Burchard advertise a wide range of heating stoves for wood and coal at very low prices, inviting customers to visit and compare models and savings.
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Lawver & Burchard’s
Grant Hosts Second State Dinner at Executive Mansion
Washington January 19 1870 The National Republican describes the seating of guests at the second state dinner for President Grant at the Executive Mansion with Mrs Grant and notable figures including Justice Davis Justice Miller Chief Justice Chase and Senator Wilson among the attendees in a formal table layout.
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F.C. Beaman
Justice Davis
J. F. Asper
CG. A Eldridge
Marshal Alex, Sharp
H. C. Burchard
Frederick Dent
Fancy Dress Ball of Swaderbund Society at Hettinger's Hall
The Swaderbund Society hosts a fancy dress ball at Hettinger's Hall on February 10, 1870, promising the finest attire and season spectacle. The event draws society members seeking fashionable costumes and socializing in a premier venue.
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Swaderbund Society
Hettinger’s Hall
Accidentinjury among youths in Ridott township wagon overturns
A wagon overturned on a rough Ridott township road last week as a group of young people rode along. The crash threw everyone onto the frozen ground injuring all, the youngest daughter of Mr Hunt suffering a broken arm. Dr Walton attended and reports the patient is dying.
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Ridott
Hunt
Walton
Kummerer Serves Smoking Tobaccos and Cigars in City Shop
Kummerer keeps the finest smoking tobacco and cigars and is ready to wait on customers. No humbug about Kummerer. a perfect little gentleman. It is a real pleasure to drop in and smoke by his stove and listen to city news discussions.
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Kummerer
Freeport Free Methodist General Quarterly Meeting
A General Quarterly Meeting for the Freeport District IFree Methodist Church will be held in the Concert Hall in this city beginning Thursday evening February 10 and continuing over the Sabbath. There will be preaching at the hall next Sabbath morning and evening.
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Freeport
Ifree Methodist Church
Providence
Itall
Sun Pictures Versus Pen Pictures Admired
The ad asserts sun pictures surpass pen pictures and heart pictures, noting that a photo from McHenry's captures the memory of a heart picture for lasting brightness and urges readers to visit the shop for photographs.
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McHenry
Speakers at Springfield Women’s Suffrage Convention
Jennie Willing named as speaker at the Woman's Suffrage Convention in Springfield on February 9, 1570, as part of a day of talks and advocacy events.
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Peakers
Jennie Willing
Springield
Imperial Cook and Imperial Stewart Stoves for Sale
Lawver and Burchard offer celebrated Imperial Cook and Imperial Stewart stoves for sale. These durable ranges promise reliable heat and range performance for households and shops seeking quality cooking and heating appliances.
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Imperial Stewart
Lawver & Burchard’s
Jed Diffenvbaugh Moves Candy Shop to Fry's Brick
Jed Diffenvbaugh the candy man has relocated to Fry's Brick to handle a large rush of customers. The move signals a busy period for the confectioner as he expands space to serve more patrons.
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Jed
Dr. Diffenvbaugh
Fry
Cronkrite Grocery Offers Fresh Provisions and Delivery
B I Cronkrite on Stephenson Street advertises a full assortment of groceries and provisions with prompt local delivery at no extra charge. All goods are guaranteed to meet advertised standards and priced fairly.
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B. I. Cronkrite
Stephenson Street
Stephenson County Bank
Gooda
Meat Cutters and Stuffers At Lowest Prices
Bargain alert as Meat Cutters and Stuffers are advertised at the lowest prices at Baw ver and Burchard's, inviting shoppers to save on essential kitchen tools.
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Baw Ver & Burchard’s
Novel base burner tops exhibit at state fairs
The stove has taken first premium over the Oriental Morning Glory Radiator Imperial Gas Burner and several other base burning stoves at the Ohio and Indiana State Fairs this fall. It claims to give more heat from the same amount of fuel than any base burner in the market.
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Ohio
Indiana
Executive Committee Meeting of Stephenson County Agricultural Society
The Executive Committee of the Stephenson County Agricultural Society will meet on the ith day of February at 10 o clock a.m. in the City Clerk's Office Freeport to appoint the Committee of Awards and hear reports from Standing Committees and conduct other business by order of President R VanKen y Secretary.
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S. McGrath
John Hart
America
Fye
John Atchison
Miller
J. Alexander
J. Frietzel
G. Atchison
B. Kohl
N. Atchison
M. M. Leshelman
J. Stoneman
I. Graham
H. McGrath
D. Kohl
Scott
Farmer
M.M. Eshelman
Sec'y
Stephenson County Agricultural Society
Best and Morgan Clear Sale of Dry Civods
Bargains abound at Best and Morgan's clearance sale featuring a wide range of Dry Civods. Shoppers can expect reduced prices on assorted goods and limited stock while quantities last.
Experienced Wheeler & Wilson agent moves to Clayton’s shop
An experienced agent for the Wheeler and Wilson Sewing Machine is now located at old M. Clayton's, dealer in paints oils and fancy goods, where he will keep a variety of machines and related items on hand. Old machines will be adjusted and repaired. Local agent A. McDonovan.
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Wheeler& Wilson
Old. M. Clayton’s
A. McoDonovuan
Confectionery and Fruit Store Moved Three Doors East
J D Diffenbaugh has moved his confectionery and fruit store three doors east in Fry's Block. The new location offers a larger stock and lower prices, with Diffenbaugh ready to wait on customers.
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J.D. Diffenbaugh
Fry’s Block
Diffenbaugh
Rhodes & Brother Advertise Premier Meats and Fish
The ad urges customers to Rhodes & Brother for top meats game and fish and invites calls for lake fish roasted beef or mutton chops. Separately Anson Barnum of Dement won the Ogle County special election for County Judge last week defeating E I Desteher of Oregon.
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Rhodes & Brother
Soldiers’ Monument
Anson Barnum
Dement
Ogle County
E. I. Desteher
Oregon
Lanterns for kerosene oil by Lawver and Burchard
The Celebrated Tubular Lantern for kerosene oil and lanterns of all descriptions are for sale at Lawver and Burchard's.
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Lawver & Burchard's
Buckeye man dies from fall injuries
George Wockman of Buckeye township died from injuries after a fall from his house roof several weeks ago.
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George Wockman
Buckeye Township
Great Clearing Sale Now Going On at Bost and Morgan's
Local merchants announce a clearing sale at Bost and Morgan's with discounts on apparel and household goods. Shoppers race to grab marked-down items as store hours extend through the week.
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Bost & Morgan’s
New Yorkers to call for ladies by committee notice
New Yorkers are informed carriages at the Steward House will be in charge of a committee and will call at any city location for ladies without extra charge if word is left with the committee.
Mrs Sheetsz Keeps Promise In Millinery Firm
The old settlers note Mrs Sheetsz runs a millinery and dress making business and is known for speaking plainly and delivering as she says. Try her for no work or goods in her line.
Photographer with Unrivalled Tone and Finish
A skilled photographer with great experience offers top quality work in all sizes and styles at competitive prices. Based on Stevenson Street at the corner of Ixchange, upstairs, he stands ready to outshine competitors in tone and finish.
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George W. Rennyor
Npuren Street
Poult Bergman Ce Vreda
Thorougly
Stephenson Street
Ixchance
Best and Morgan Selling Dress Goods and Woolens at Any Cost
Best and Morgan advertise a clearance sale of dress goods and woolens with no price limit. The notice promotes a broad assortment and emphasizes unprecedented discounts to attract shoppers.
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Best & Morgan
Boots and shoes offered cheaply by trusted local merchant
The dealer Tandy stocks boots and shoes, offers low prices compared with neighbors, and guarantees every warranted article. He is accommodating and provides goods as recommended. Call for service.
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Tandy
Best & Morgan's Clearing Sale Promise Savings
A trade notice invites shoppers to save by buying dry goods at Best and Morgan's clearing sale offering reduced prices and bulk deals to clear stock.
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Best & Morgan
Krohn's Tobacco Shop Promises Wide Selection
Krohn advertises a broad range of tobacco goods including pipes, pouches, the best cigar brands, smoking tobacco and chewing tobacco. Customers are urged to drop in and enjoy a “smoko” at the shop.
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Krohn
Reacy
Local Stephenson street milliner lays in holiday stock
A longstanding Stephenson street millinery and fur goods shop has stocked a fine Christmas and New Year collection. The proprietor, seasoned in trade, is known for smart buying and offering attractive prices to customers this season.
New Remedy Claims Quick, Certain Relief
The text touts a recent remedy called Dr Caner's Cephalaroa or Sick head vche Pill, claiming rapid general use and easy, certain work with minimal side effects. It emphasizes its popularity and efficacy as reason for widespread adoption.
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Cook
Adi 1 Communications
Journale Tines
Atkins
Brewster
M.D Swarts & Stocking
I. H. Upp
Muir
Oby
William Walton
Aly Wa
Aing? National Bank
Aeport
U.S
George & Deforest
Public Square
CT Dunham
Geo
Wolf
Charley Rohkar
Galena
Mechanic Street
Feray
Munn
National Bank
Illnois
J.A. Bardel
Mith and Wagon Shop
J. A. Crain
BF. Kleckner
Insurance Agency
Econd National Bank
Milwaukee
Chicago
W York
Philadelphia
Gland
Ireland
Bosi
John H. Addamb
Fr. Guriteau
Porter & Wright's
Massenberg & CO
Kenson Street
G. W. Oyler
Beenan
Ars Sul
E.mayer
G. J. Ry
Jerre Pattison
Bailey & Brawley
D. H. Sunderabedeys
Kh. Pelce
Journal Office
Avanagh, Wright &Co
Esale
Llery
Goodhue
City Aftor
Wnotury
Stephenbi Street
Lil
Henry Settley
Benson St
Colman’s Slock
Daniel Adamson
Grainer An Thanger
Journal
Chiselreel Freeport
A. Carpenter
Sureon
Baileyville, Ilinois
Kingsley & Mills
Ilinois
Itans Block
Frederick GC. Ingalls
Heeln Pry’y Block Freeport, Ll
Rolard, Barton & Barnum, Mine
HM and
Goungellars
Office
Ayers Confectionary Blore
Wedd Ty
Meacham
Hay Ae
Ue Ky
Gernai
Lieni Ly
Knowlton & Sons
Cxe&e
la Lely
G. W. Marshall
W. M. Leisering
G. W. Marshall & Co
Roduce & Commission Merchants
Madison Street
Ilc
James Clinger
G. Wolf
J. Coats
Exchange Street
Chris
C. Shuler
W.scott Agney
Shuler
Agney
Sienna and
Exchange Streets
Ill
A. Pelton & CO
B.C. Dwight & Co
Tuos
J. Turner
BE. Turner
Thos
J. Turner & Son
LAW, Chancery and Collection Office
Dittman’s Block
Court House Square
H. W. Pease
Taylor
Local Affairs
Rest & Morgan
John B. Gough
G. M. Clayton
Clayton
Millerburg Lyceum
Mayers
Staver & Snyder
Ladies’ Furs
Chamberlin's
No. 90
Fry's Block
Chamberlin
Sun Pictures
Agricultural
Best
Morgan
Brewatha Houer
Crockery Hina
Northwest
C. H. Little
Lloward
New Yorkers
Mrs. Sheetz
Weld
Mrs. Ferris
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