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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1882
Page
5
An advertisement touts Shilohs Consumption Cure as the most successful cough remedy ever sold, claiming it cures coughs, croup, bronchitis, and even consumption with a guarantee. It lists prices at 10c 50c and 1 and notes Shilohs Porous Plaster for chest or back pain. Sold by Emmert and Burrell.
An advertisement asks why people endure indigestion constipation dizziness loss of appetite and yellow skin when 75 people can buy Shiloh's Vitalizer guaranteed to cure. Emmert and Burrell sell it.
An advertised cure for catarrh diphtheria canker mouth and headache claims a nasal injector included with every bottle at 50 cents. Sold by Em mert and Burrell. 30-year date appears.
For fattening horses and preserving dairy butter through winter, linseed oil meal is advertised at Shay Brothers next to Lichtenbergers Market on Chicago street, 401. Also notes the importance of skilled patent attorneys, urging inventors to contact Presbrey & Green in Washington, D.C. for cases before the Patent Office.
Grows the claim that doctors give up on certain patients and Electric Bitters cure stomach liver kidney and urinary issues. They allegedly relieve constipation headaches bilious attacks and more. Sold by Emmert Burrell for fifty cents a bottle.
A five dollar reward is offered for information leading to the apprehension of anyone mutilating or injuring city bill boards or the paper on them. The notice also contains a string of local advertisements for produce and services including oysters, potatoes, and a catalogue offer from E G Rideout & Co in New York.
An advertisement promotes a wide range of wall paper, paints, oils, glass, and artist materials with a 20 percent September discount on all patterns. The shop highlights harness oils, window fixtures, frames, moulding, and related goods.
D Adamson advertises as a dealer in paints oils glass brushes and related goods opposite the Brewster House with a note indicating three to nine months terms or availability.
An old promotional piece extols Dr. Kine's New Discovery as a life extending cure for coughs colds bronchitis asthma hoarseness and other throat and lung ailments. It claims universal efficacy and urges trial bottles at ten cents and regular bottles at one dollar sold by Emmert and Burrell.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve marketed as best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers fever sores tetter chapped hands and skin eruptions. Guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by Emmert & Burrell Freeport Ol. 2539-1ly-
Delicate women and those with stomach liver or kidney complaints are advised that Electric Bitters provide a speedy cure. The advertisement claims health and happiness will follow and notes Emmert and Burrell sell the remedy for fifty cents.
A terse advertisement touts Trask’s Ointment as a single trial cure for eye conditions and claims a new lease on life. It asserts superiority for piles aches and sores and positions the product as best of its kind.
For sale notice states a residence on Stephenson Street with easy terms. Apply to H. H. Stevenson.
Former residence of T. C. Gatliff Sr. on Oak Street offered for sale. Two story brick house 28 by 34 feet with good basement kitchen 14 by 28 and lot 100 by 300 feet. Includes barh 18 by 26 corn crib wagon shed and plenty of fruit. Inquiries asked of C. H. Heard at Burchard Scott's or F. Gund at German Insurance Co.
Presley and Green, located at 529 7th St Washington DC, advertise as intelligent and skillful attorneys essential for securing patents for inventors. They promise decisive communication and expertise for the coming decade of electrical force advances.
Geologist J. M. Williamson excavates bluff mounds near Thomson and uncovers well preserved skeletal remains. One massive skull and long femur indicate strong features. About 150 bodies may lie in a single mound. a separate cremation grave was found.
Colonel Dudley, head of pensions, asserts that with 400 field agents he could stamp out pension fraud within three years. He proposes each agent receive about 1400 dollars annually plus expenses.
For fine dried fruits and extra canned fruits and vegetables, Burrell Bros advertises the lowest prices and invites shoppers to visit their shop for bargains.
Pure Cider Vinegar and Boiled Cider for sale in any quantities desired. Par ties ordering by mail will address Mrs. M, B, AVERILL, Box 472, Freeport, II, 3 8 i FRESH COW WANTED I want to buy an A No. 1 Fresh Milch Cow. Address M, care Journal Office. sett Horses taken in payment for Organs and Sewing Machines, The largest stock in the city to choose from. Special inducements to cash buyers. JOIN HEA, Opera House, near the Lew Post Office. HE Our own roasting Maracaibo Coffee is equal to the roasted Java usually offered, and our price is only 23 cents per pound, roasted daily. BURRELL Bros'.
Advertises exclusive control of the import in Freeport with a price of 68 cents per pound. Claims rival vendors copy their tea and urges customers to try only Burrell Bros for authentic product.
A garbled notice from Burrell Bros invites tea connoisseurs to comparison with common teas and hints at favorable pricing for finer imports. The fragment suggests a sales pitch targeting discerning customers.
Local ad notes pricing for standard white, brown, and granular sugars with per pound rates. Mentions BURRELL Bros and several price figures in cents per pound for different grades. The fragmented text implies a wholesale or grocery advertising item with brand and pricing references.
Canned goods of all kinds advertised at bottom prices at the R Mertins store. The notice highlights affordable selections and value for shoppers.
In Washington on January 18 observers watch the Guineau jury as experts vacate seats and scrutiny of jurors grows. Foreman Hamlin, Brandenberg, Bright, Stewart, Langley, Sheehan, Prather, Hubbs, Braunery, Wormley, Heinlein, and Gates are profiled for temperament and background. Three deputy marshals guard them as the jury nears a verdict, a notable Capital spectacle with the public peering from windows.
The scene describes policemen at the courtroom entrance who respond to greetings with steady bearing, embodying the restraint and duty expected of plain men mindful of their important role.
A January meeting at Willard's Hall marks the centennial of Daniel Webster's birth. Speakers include Blair Hutchins Randall Clingman and others while George B. Loring is empowered to form a seven member committee to secure a monument funded already. Letters from President Arthur and ex Secretary Blaine were read praising the effort and urging prompt bronze memorializing Webster in Washington.
Thomas H. Brents, Washington Territory delegate, introduces a bill to admit Washington as a state formed from the territory plus three Northern Idaho counties. George Ainslee of Idaho opposes it, fearing precedent and other territories expanding by annexing parts of neighbors.
The Chicago Inter Ocean signals hesitation to back John A Logan for the 1884 Republican presidential nomination. It notes a failed effort to secure him the Chicago port Collectorship for Editor Nixon and implies Logan may still carry Illinois’ delegation if he runs. The piece argues the public cares about leaders and policy over personal quarrels.
The piece argues Scoville planned his assault to sway a hostile anti Stalwart jury in a Guiteau trial, noting cross and direct examination hints at his agenda. It also discusses Voorhees shifting from Free Trader to protectionist as presidential candidate prospects fade in public opinion.
Notice to all parties owning domestic sewing machines offering free instructions and selling needles oil attachments and a full line. Promotes latest improved Domestic machine and invites visits at Chicago Street between Stephenson and Gulena. John Doeserich signs the notice.
The Washington Republican notes the ease for a well‐placed young man to gain appointment as a son in law to a wealthy gentleman during the season, trading in status for mere climate and social advantage.
A Berlin sculptor has secured an $18,000 commission to create an equestrian statue of Washington for Philadelphia. The work will be erected in Philadelphia, reflecting transatlantic trade in public monuments.
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