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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1867
Page
4
The piece mourns the death of a child and reflects on local events and books. It mentions Mrs. A W Foard's loss, a wishlist of wartime biographies by Frank Moore, wedding announcements for Carrie Moore and Wm S Pope, and notes on currency changes and a German community ball at Fry's Hall, Dec 31, 1866. It recalls government currency shifts and social events, with emphasis on local sympathy and civic notices.
The Excelsior Lodge No 07 F A M announces a Thursday evening supper at the Howard House not the New York Motel as first planned. Hon T J Turner will speak at Magonic Hall before the feast and a cordial invitation is extended to all Masons in the city.
Saturday evening visitors found a large stack of holiday goods at the Stephenson Street book store, offered at prices lower than Chicago. The counter boasted handsome Bibles, illustrated volumes, classics, juvenile books, and devotional works. The Weather later froze streets, yet Freeport remained crowded with country buyers and sellers, sustaining busy trade and urging locals to buy home.
Citizens complain of ankle deep water as thawing snow overwhelms sidewalks. They urge the Street Commissioner to clear crossings and clean walks to ease discomfort and prevent street flooding. Immediate action by city leaders is demanded to restore order and safety after the Thursday rain.
The article notes a dull business and low nativity in the produce market. It mentions a Christmas event at Finoopa Church this evening with a supper in the basement and invites all to attend.
The Embury Church Christmas Eve tree exercises drew large crowds with three grand trees laden with gifts. Rumor places the total value of the gifts at least 1500 dollars, according to an unreliable authority.
Dedication events for the new high school building have again been unavoidably postponed due to workers not completing their labor by the scheduled time. Timely notice will be given in this paper once final arrangements are fixed and the date is set.
The German Lutheran Church hosted a Monday evening Christmas tree event led by Chris and the Waversley group. Attendees praised German origins of the custom and the group’s handling of the celebration, with everyone going home satisfied.
The Freeport Division No 658 Sons of Temperance elected officers including M. Newcomer as W P FE and J H Fry as K S, with a slate featuring several members such as Lerch, Miller, Geo McLenahan, and Schwartz among others in a Jennie Tale of Cheat wrath.
An elderly gentleman presented a gold pen and holder to a newspaper group at Mills & Co news depot as a holiday token. Santa Claus distributed gifts at the First Methodist Church Sabbath School, with two children calling names for presents.
Four friends recount a morning shock as they sat quietly and were thoroughly taken aback by an unexpected event. The narrative captures their surprise and lingering disbelief.
From Thursdays Daily we learn that Mr Manny has sold his reaper factory and machine shop to Mr Jerre Pattison. The note mentions recipients of paper mache inkstands from Winneshiek Insurance Company officers and seasonal novelties, with a New York paper listing advertisements.
On Christmas day three city men visit saloons for warmth and cheer then seek female company amid boasts of virtue. Nearby two women rent rooms on Stephenson Street and prey on tenants. The landlord uncovers their scheme but struggles to halt their nefarious traffic as events unfold.
A landlord schemes to eject tenants from a third story after collecting rent in advance. On Christmas Eve he staunchly blocks access while three men attempt a ladies society visit, resulting in accidental falls and a forced retreat. The landlord plans to eject by force if needed, while legal fate remains to be decided.
Hours at Home January 1867 announces Dr Bushnell on the uses of dark things of the world. Prof Tyler will present papers on representative cities. Two serials by female writers and new writers join Rural Life features. The Lady's Friend showcases elegant engravings and fashion plates. Premiums include silverware and devices. One Life’s Props engraving offered free to subscribers. Subscriptions and pricing detailed with premiums. Royal World agricultural journal for 1867 urged for Western farmers. price 2 dollars yearly. clubs receive premium vines. Subscriptions to Deacon & Peterson, Philadelphia and Colman's in St. Louis urged.
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