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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1879
Page
5
English philosophers debate the recent startling developments in Zuluology, a field gaining attention for its controversial claims and potential impact on knowledge. The discourse centers on verification, implications, and the role of evidence in emerging theories.
Thomas Crow of A and Mary J. Wilson of otu united in marriage at the M. E. Parsonage Dakota with Rev. Geo. HB. Wells officiating on the Sunday of January 1879.
List of names awaiting pickup including Miss Cora Hartman Miss Jennie Hamm Miss Cora Keller Miss Carolina Lawless Bert McCandrep John Quin James Robinson H E Van Gasbuas J H Kifanger Kemper and others. Also notes about Freeman & Co Cincinnati druggists selling pamphlets by Dr Gings 120 West Broadway. 25 cents.
Commercial nursery advertises closing out evergreen sale with Norway Spruce European Larch Scotch Pine White Pine Austrian Pine and more in sizes from 2 to 8 feet. Prices per 100 trees listed and invitation to send lists for special figures or visit in spring Freeport Illinois February 15 1879.
Advertisement touts Green's August Flower as a universal liver and dyspepsia remedy. It promises relief from sick headache, heart palpitations, sour stomach, and nervous prostration, claiming wide sale across western towns and urging purchase of a sample bottle for 10 cents. Swarts & Stocking are named sellers.
Advert shows Shilohs Consumption Cure claiming to treat coughs asthma bronchitis whooping cough and consumption with rapid results. Tone claims it cures more cases than rivals and is safe for children with a 50 cent to 1 dollar price. Also mentions Shilohs Porous Plaster sold by Emmert and Burrell.
Local merchants Emmert and Burrell advertise Shiloh's Vitalizer promising relief for indigestion dyspepsia sour stomach liver complaint and constipation for 75 cents. The item targets distressed residents and guarantees a cure.
Fragmentary OCR shows commodities such as hides wool coal and related items with unit notes and measurements. Entries reference dry hides green hides wool tub wash wool unwash'd lime and water lime in varying forms. The legible fragments indicate a goods ledger or sale listing fromBaltimore trade records with assorted bulk items.
Executors notice for Albert H Hawkins deceased requests all claimants present claims for adjudication at Steuben County Court Freeport on April third 1879. Debts to estate should be paid promptly. Executrix Sarah Hawkins February 4 1879.
Advertisements tout Dr Kina's California Golden Compound for a wide range of ailments including dyspepsia constipation and liver issues claiming a cure where others fail. A free trial bottle is offered to convince readers followed by a regular one dollar bottle. Also promotes Dr Marshall's Lung Syrup as a top remedy for coughs colds bronchitis and pulmonary issues available from local druggists at 25 cents.
Health promoted by good and proper food is aided by using in preparation only articles free from poisonous adulterations. Dr Price’s Cream Baking Powder is endorsed by eminent chemists as perfectly pure and wholesome.
Advertisement extols Hop Bitters as pure harmless and perfect medicine to relieve costiveness biliousness aid digestion and stimulate the whole system. Claims truth and soberness compel a clear answer from Lee truths in another column.
The day’s pick is the popular fragrant perfume Hackmetack. Sold by Emmert and Burrell, the item stands out for its aroma and appeal.
An advertisement extols Parker’s Hair Balsam as a premier hair dressing that promotes hair growth, restores gray or faded hair to its original color, and prevents dandruff and itchiness. It claims a harmless formula that cleanses the scalp, keeps skin white and healthy, and is not a dye. Available from Swarts and P Btceking with a test of its merits.
A local notice urges shoppers to compare prices and save more than ten percent by purchasing groceries from Burrell Bros. The message emphasizes no cost to inquire and highlights potential dramatic savings through the store’s offerings.
An 8 W Reigard of Walton's advertises a house on Jackson street now occupied by F C Welch and invites inquiries. Burrell Bros offer to duplicate any tea sample and save ten to forty cents per pound, plus gilt edge green Rio Coffee at 20 cents a pound.
Farmers offered cash for breaking railroad land in western Iowa with flax seed furnished for first year's crop. Cultivators may purchase land at a low price on a long term. Land available immediately. Contact Joseph Sampson Gen l Land Agent D and S C Ry Storm Lake Iowa. Also listing Burrell Bros fresh sugar cured hams smoked halibut pickled tripe and pig s feet.
A pamphlet urges Hop Bitters to prevent mortality among invalids seeking health in Denver. It warns undertakers profit from deaths and touts Dr Marshall's Lung Syrup as a near instant cure for lung chest and throat diseases sold by N A Draper at 25 cents.
Promotion for Dr Swayne's Compound Syrup of Wild Cherry touting its cough and chest remedies. Claims universal effectiveness for bronchial and asthmatic affections and urges early use to prevent pulmonary disease. Includes trial and large bottle pricing and Philadelphia maker details with Freeport retailer.
Joseph W. Christ of Roedel and Christ, boot and shoe house in Philadelphia, touts Swayne's All-healing Ointment as a perfect cure for itching piles and skin diseases. The ad claims world wide reputation for Dr Swayne's Medicines and notes mail order and local druggist availability in Freeport via Swarts & Stuck.
J Ai Tyne of Wilson North Carolina describes how London Hair Color Restorer cured a ten to twelve year dry tetter on his wife scalp turning gray hair back to natural color and stopping hair loss. He orders a dozen bottles and sends eight dollars. Sold at 75 cents a bottle by leading druggists Dr Swayne & Son Philadelphia sole proprietors. Freeport dealer Swarls Stocking opposite Court House.
All parties are warned not to buy notes or papers signed by A B Crass Davis II. Any offered items are claimed stolen. Date February 4, 1879.
Acclaimed remedy promises to cure a wide range of ailments from jaundice to general debility. The ad offers a trial bottle at cost to prove the product’s curative qualities, noting a regular one dollar bottle will follow. Sold by Emmert & Burrell in Freeport Illinois.
Valuable 160 acre farm in Winslow township three miles from two depots on the I C R R offers sale or trade for city property. Inquire at this office.
Advertisement for Mt Car Roll Seminary appears among business cards in the page. The notice lists offerings and contact details for prospective students, highlighting programs and enrollment steps.
The Centaur Liniments come in two kinds the Yellow for horses sheep and other animals and the human formula. Testimonials wrap each bottle and are available from any druggist or by rail from The Centaur Company 46 Dey Street New York City.
A health warning explains the lungs have about 20 000 bronchial tubes and 600 000 000 air cells. A minor cold can inflame them and block airways, risking death without treatment. It promotes Dr Kin e s New Discovery as a quick cure for consumption and related symptoms. Trial bottles ten cents, sold by Emmert & Burrell in Freeport.
An old advertisement promotes Rost & Co Jewelers and Opticians offering eye glasses and spectacles fitted carefully to the eyes. The copy references their shop location on Chicago Street and associated streets.
The salve is advertised as best in the world for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. Guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by Emmert & Burrell.
Notice states buses run to any city area and leave orders with John R. Smith at Diffenbaugh's old stand or J.8 Fifield. It mentions 43-4W JOAN DIRKSEN and Those Dried Peaches offered at four cents a pound as new and choice by Burrell Bros.
Dr Swayne & Son advertise Swayne's Ague Pills as a quick cure for ague fever and malaria related illnesses without minerals. Sold for 50 cents a box or 1.25 for three, 2.50 for six, mailed to any address from 320 North Sixth Street Philadelphia. Sold in Freeport by Swarts & Stork.
J D Diffenbaugh announces to the public and friends that he is at the QO D Grocery Store opposite Brewster House and invites friends to call.
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