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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1868
Page
4
Fragmentary readable lines show a person named Hoent Allairs involved with Aeghle'samang taking notes and a statement about a plea or press intent. The text lacks clear dates or places but preserves names and a captured sentiment of recording and reflection.
The Bulletin editor says the paper has no intention of starting a magazine or monthly literary periodical. Even if such a venture were considered, the author would wait until shops are located locally before beginning the movement.
In holiday times readers are reminded where to find top oysters in the city. The article claims Diffenbaugh offers the best oysters, available by the can or served by the dish, and asserts the author’s judgment as a good judge of the article.
The Freeport Bulletin reports a midday fracas in Freeport between A. D. Meacham Esquire and Mr. Whitney. Whitney struck Meacham and a crowd surged forward before officers intervened to stop a broader clash.
Excitement over rich fancy goods, trimmings, bonnets and beauty items at Mrs Ferris’s establishment on Stephenson Street continues. Women visit repeatedly, driven by the appeal and desire to own gems of beauty for themselves or friends. The rush shows no sign of abating.
Messrs E and Ju Roche of Bartlett's Block announced a large invoice of overcoats dress coats suits and under clothing. They will sell at prices to suit buyers to reduce stock before moving to Hettinger’s Block in the near future. Shoppers making winter purchases should inspect their liberal selection.
In Fry’s Block, OniM. D. Chamberlin operates a corner store stocking hats caps furs gloves canes and umbrellas. He promises reliable selection and full value for money and invites town visitors to stop by for a fitting and purchase.
The dining hall meets requisites of neatness quiet order promptness and good entables at reasonable figures. Prescott's dining room opposite the Journal office fills the bill in these respects and many others as you will find if you call.
Diffenbaughs proclaims a vast toy selection for babies children sweethearts and all ages. The shop advertises tin china gutta percha wood and other toy descriptions to entice every buyer seeking gifts or playful items.
Officers of Freaport Commandery No 7 will hold a meeting at the Asylum on Wednesday evening next. A full attendance is desired as a regular meeting will also be held. Elected officer N. S. Prentice has not yet returned from his visit but is expected to be present.
A weather wise note predicts a severe winter ahead and urges readers to visit the enterprising dealers Messrs. J and J H McNamara at Dwight's old stand on Stephenson Street. Their immense fashionable stock of warm boots and shoes is recommended as preparation.
A renowned violinist is slated to perform in Rockford in a few weeks prompting local interest. The note questions why the city has not yet secured a similar engagement for broader cultural events.
Prof Youmans to lecture at Fry's Hall on January 1 20 21 and 22 on The Celestial Origin of Terrestrial Forces The Correlation of the Physical Forces The Correlation of the Vital Forces and The Correlation of the Mental Forces He stands among the first scientific men in the country and promises an intellectual feast for listeners
John B Gough will deliver two lectures at Fry's Hall one on the evening of the 6th and another on the evening of the 16th inst Reserved seats can be procured at Emiméré and Burrell's bookstore Attendees are urged to secure seats promptly to avoid disappointment
The Journal office did not issue a carrier address this year because paper delivery by carriers has ended. Instead, Uncle Sam will perform that duty, saving patrons from begging calls on New Years morning and allowing them to keep their quarters for other uses.
If your sight is failing consult Messrs Jidmonson and Clark Opticians who will be at the Howard House in this city January 14 to 22 and procure glasses exactly adapted to your vision avoiding unqualified door to door peddlers.
Our schools resumed their regular routine on Monday after holiday vacations. Scholars and teachers are refreshed and will resume labors with renewed vigor. The schools are flourishing, second to none for discipline and progress. It will repay parents and those interested in education to visit occasionally.
The Rocklord Register reports the Freeport Musical Society led by D W Banner visited Brown's Hall in our city Monday evening presenting the Cantata of Father the Beautiful Queen in full ancient Jewish and Persian costume. About thirty members performed with notable vocal power and talent shown by Mrs Ormsbee and Mrs Squires. Choruses impressed and the entertainment was well received.
See with clearness and ease using one pair of spectacles. Ndmonson and Clark will be at the Howard House in this city from Tuesday January 14th to 22nd for demonstrations and fittings.
Public warning from Samuelson Clark, Practical Opticians, cautioning against house to house salesmen charging exorbitant prices for common spectacles. The shop authorizes no one to sell for them and states they do not send agents.
We visited Fry's Hall recently and found improvements including systematically arranged numbered seats and side-platforms raising the side seats. These updated arrangements make the seating comparable to the best in the hall. Some of the top side seats are still available for Gough's lecture Thursday evening via Messrs Hmmert & Burrell.
The Logan Cigars, sold by Messrs Youngman and Brubaker, are praised as the best value in town. The writer, claiming expertise, urges readers to try them and see if they agree with the high opinion.
The New Years Ball held by Hose Company Torrent No. 1 at Hettinger's Hall drew praise for proper conduct and festive spirit. Music by Boyer's band improved with each performance. The note mentions a Holiday drawing with a capital prize of 50,000 and a prior Charleston citizen winning. Tickets priced at 12 dollars, halves six, quarters three point eight. Remittances to other parties will not be invested. Address Murray, Eppy & Co., Covington, Ky.
The celebrated divorce case has reached a verdict in favor of Mrs. Bradley. Alimony has not yet been fixed by the court. Rumors suggest possible settlement of disputes between the spouses.
Indebted notices list easy and moderately difficult piano pieces and songs with prices from 26 to 85 cents. Items include Between the Mountains by Aug Rottenbach, Mill Stream Mazurka by W Z Wellman Jr, Kittanning Mazurka by Armin Schotte, What Norah Said sung by Edwin Kelly, I Wish I’d a String to My Bow by H S Brigga, and My Own ballad by Grace Horr and James Ernest Perring, with publisher details and post free offer.
The Deutscher Anzeiger of this city has been enlarged to eight pages, improved and remodeled. Neighbors express pleasure at the growth and success, noting Wagner & Co. provide patrons with excellent paper. Despite political differences, heartfelt congratulations are offered.
Winneshiek Lodge No 30 I C O F reported the election of officers two weeks ago tomorrow. J H Crane was chosen Noble Grand Wm Seese was elected Vice Grand Frank Clingman Secretary and Wm Sechrist Treasurer. Subordinate appointments not yet made. Installation scheduled for this evening at the Hall.
The notice urges readers to secure seats for J. B. Gough's lectures at Fry's Hall on the 9th. Those who have not reserved are advised to visit Emmert and Burrell's to obtain seats for one or both talks, as another opportunity may not come soon.
The Police Courts have been very dull lately with only two arrests for drunkenness reported. The piece contrasts Freeport with neighboring cities, noting pride in local police performance during the same period.
Harlem residents hear of silver ore near city limits while Ford and Wise display one of the largest and best silver ware stocks in the city. Their old Stephenson Street stand also features a large array of watches clocks and jewelry appealing to shoppers. The dealers urge choosing from a large stock to secure lower prices.
Sorry appears as a club note praising Moasta Hottinger Haglay of Yellow Creek Brewery for a keg of lager given to the JOURNAL office on New Year’s. It commends the brewery’s reputation and urges support for the Steamer Hose Company benefit on February 22 as firemen are praised for prompt service.
The narrator notes Krohn continues to flourish and deal out cigars and tobacco in a cheerful manner. As a self described good judge of tobacco, he is well suited to cater to public tastes and could inform uninitiated buyers about daily wholesale and retail quantities of Century tobacco.
The annual election of officers for the First Methodist Episcopal Sabbath School was held in the lecture room of the First M E Church on Monday evening January 6 1868. Elected were A K Stibgen superintendent senior department Mrs Hazen assistant superintendent senior department W J Hancock secretary W J Snyder treasurer R M Buckman librarian senior department Thos D Wilcoxen assistant librarian senior department L T Lemmon assistant librarian senior department W W Waddell assistant librarian senior department Z T Zuver assistant librarian senior department Wm Churchill secretary and librarian junior department August Herbert assistant librarian junior J W Hancock secretary
Officers were elected and installed in Freeport Lodge No. 239, I. C. of O. F. Aug. Stuckenberg was named N. G. Felix C. Marx became Vv. G. Aug. H. Hunkemeyer was R. S. John Erfert was P. S. Henry Raubenheimer served as T. Western Star Encampment No. 25 elected officers Felix C. Marx as C. P. Louis Colby as Fr. P. Aug Hunkemeyer as S. W. Louis Grassley as J. W. D. B. Shulte as T.
On New Years Eve services at city Methodist churches concluded with typical solemnity. The author observed the 1st Methodist Church around midnight, noting the lecture room full and the pastor present at his post.
An elegant portrait of Mrs McHenry photographed by her husband and painted by Mr Brink is shown in an exhibition at Messrs. Ford and Wise. The note urges readers to view the work at once if not yet seen.
A feature on McHenry’s Model Photograph Gallery praising his setup on the building’s upper story, with retoucher Mr. Brink’s services, urging patrons to sit for negatives before Brink’s return. Then a winter clothing notice directing readers to Stine & Bro. at Stephenson and Chicago for warm apparel amid cold weather.
Citizens heard the Embury.M Church bell for the first time on Saturday. Cast by Menally & Co. of Troy, it weighs 1816 pounds and cost eight to nine hundred dollars. The tower is ready except for stained glass delayed by the manufacturer.
The festival at the old Presbyterian Church on Friday and Saturday, hosted by First M E Church ladies, drew fewer attendees Friday due to a storm but succeeded Saturday. Net proceeds are about 115 dollars, a handsome result given modest crowd efforts.
New Year passed off pleasantly with favorable weather. In town, most stores closed, women stayed home to receive calls, and men in best rigs circulated freely making calls. One party monopolized Crain's drag as ladies enjoyed seasonal compliments.
Rev John C Riebold will lecture on temperance at Temperance Hall this Wednesday evening with free admission. The piece notes growing ice house activity by the river as citizens stock up on summer ice, urging timely filling of ice houses to avoid inferior quality.
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