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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1868
Page
5
A fragment notes Broad's holding a large stock of miscellaneous books in an unspecified location. The item reads as a brief note or catalog entry with limited detail on titles or authors.
The Champaign Saturday Evening Courier reports receiving only one copy of the first number and calls attention to important changes in the Western Union Railroad timetable published elsewhere.
That Petroleum V Nasby the immortal postmaster of the Confederate X Roads will lecture at Fry's Hall on Friday evening next and if you have not already secured reserved seats lose no time in so doing.
The well known clothing merchant and denier in goods for men's wear must vacate by March 1 and begins auctioning his large stock on Friday evening, continuing daily until sold.
The Freeport Turnverein advertises a masquerade ball on February 26 with promises of comfort and enjoyment for guests in masks or as spectators. Managers assure a grand affair and expect a large Freeport turnout for the rare spectacle.
The veritable John the celebrated eccentric and Irish comedian is in town performing at Fry's Hall and will remain until Thursday. The article urges citizens to see him in his best roles and notes he is ably supported. For further particulars, see small bills. The note also advertises Broad's stationery.
The Freeport musical troupe visits Lena Friday evening to present Esther the Beautiful Queen at Melathron's Hall. Proceeds benefit the organ fund for the new Presbyterian church. Organizers hope for a large turnout, noting this rare treat may not come again soon.
Mrs C C Wilson markets Grover and Baker sewing machines in the region claiming superior beauty and elasticity of stitch and simple maintenance. She notes direct thread use from standard spools, no hand seam fastening, and durable stitching under washing or ironing. Also offers millinery stock at low prices for ladies to inspect.
A boy about eight named Robert Sharp was playing near a depot when a freight engine jerked and ran over him. He had one arm crushed and the other hand injured. surgeons amputated the arm and hoped to save the hand. His mother is in frail health and destitute.
Readers are urged to secure a seat for Petroleum's upcoming lecture, promising value for money and urging prompt action to avoid missing the opportunity.
The new hatter at the corner of Chicago and Stephenson Streets offers hats caps furs lap robes gloves and canes made in the best style with sensible fashionable and comfortable wear. Prices aim to satisfy cash buyers and attract gentlemen of good taste.
Messrs Youngman and Brubaker presented a cartridge pipe praised as a neat smoking invention. The briarwood pipe accepts loaded cartridges ready for use, offering convenient loading and a high flavor. The writer discarded cigars for cartridge tobacco and recommends giving them a try.
Rangementa invites attendance at the Beloit Commandery No. 6 E T festival at Masonic Hall Beloit on Tuesday evening February 11. The Northern Illinois Horticultural Society in session prevents our presence though several Sir Knights will attend. The program features a 3 PM parade followed by a supper and ball. We hope to publish a full recap next week.
Sechrist invites patrons and the public to purchase clothing at his establishment at a loss to clear stock before he vacates his current quarters. The offer spans Freeport and surrounding regions with skilled tailors, a full gentlemen’s furnishing department, and range of underwear.
Satisfied readers know where to shop for clothing with reasonable figures. Stine & Bro at the corner of Chicago and Stephenson streets opposite Fry's Block offers manufacturing and repair services, a large stock of ready made goods, and the latest fashions in durable, stylish attire.
The Illinois State Penitentiary issues a current year business catalog credited to Gen Beys Dornblaser Warden Joliet Illinois. It details articles produced including wagons stone carts carriages buggies cutters barrels hats chairs stoves baskets footwear cigars and more with department supervision and warranted quality. Copies or further information may be obtained from Warden Dornblaser.
J H STAVER offers a wide range of American cutlery including bone ebony and cocoa handled table and dessert knives carving and butter knives mols for children ivory handled knives and Rogers silver plate ware. Also olive and oval forks spoons and heavy patterns. Cake baskets castors butter dishes 8 piece sets for children and fruit knives. Boots and shoes frame, repairs available on short notice.
Announcement states Henry Sfilth, an old friend, is recommended by many friends for the office of City Marshal in the coming election.
The notice urges a fundraiser for the Steamer Hose Company at the Howard House next week. It calls to remember Friday evening the 21st and to give the boys a well deserved benefit.
Booker and Walker vacated their News Depot in Stine's block opposite the Post office and now occupy half of Hawley's new jewelry store in Hettinger's block. They plan to expand business and hold a large stock of goods ready for customers.
A social hop is to take place at Devores Hall in Yellow Creek on Friday evening February 2st the eve of Washingtons Birthday. Tickets with supper are fixed at 2. Those who have attended before will need no urging to be present.
The Northern Illinois Horticultural Society opens in this city for a three day meeting with plans to issue full reports next week. Officials expect a large attendance from farmers as the session runs Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday.
The veritable Nasby alias D R Lock editor of the Zoledo Blade and Nasby letters was in town Friday en route to Janesville. He planned to speak at Fry's Hall next Friday as announced elsewhere, but the writer was ill and unable to greet him.
After eleven years the city revises and republishes its ordinances with 80 amendments. H M Barnum, city attorney, leads the project, producing a volume over 200 pages including the city charter and current ordinances. A limited print run will offer updated texts for reference.
An old ad lists a crockery store at Center near Crockery with items including lamps and oil, table cutlery, and various wares. The fragment mentions Co. E and Little Tapokara center street locations near the Brewster House.
A Monday tour of the Freeport Woolen Mill by local officials and visitors confirms a broad range of blankets balmorals cloths and flannels in many colors at competitive prices. Although shut for cold weather they plan a new heater and expect resumed work shortly with the genial manager Mr Rosenstiel guiding tours and providing mill details.
An expansive 19th century advertorial promotes Plantation Bitters as a gentle, effective remedy for headaches nervous pain sour stomach and more. It claims wide reach nationwide and includes sensational offers and other products from Reeves Co and local goods like oysters and window frames from Emmert and Pattison.
Farmers who plan purchases this season should visit Freeport Agricultural Works near the depot now under Mr Jere Patterson management. The P Manny Patent Adjustable Self and Hand Reaping and Mowing machine and P Mannys Sulky Corn Cultivator have been improved for 1847, with a full stock of varying mills and related items always on hand.
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