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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1878
Page
5
Rates listed for square advertising up to five lines at five cents per line with add ons. Honein columns ten cents per line for insertion and five cents per line for each Nab e padvent insertion. Black foil twenty cents per line for first insertion and ten cents per line for subsequent insertions. No subscription discounts. Card rates shown.
Florence Station reports a new church to be built in Florence Township named the First Evangelical Church. Cost estimated at 1200 to 1300, with nearly 21000 already subscribed since December under Rev. G C Knobel. Also notes postmaster William Myers' new store, flourishing Florence School led by Edward Egan, and local insurance details with Forreston Mutual Fire Insurance Company serving several townships.
A fragment notes a partial wheat crop failure last season due to chinch bug damage. It mentions a shift in the flour trade and ties it to a broader expectation of Scriptural reward, with odd phrasing about returning seed and grain in subsequent days. Includes archaic regional commentary and a quotation.
A 1878 notice reports Ancient Order United Workmen savings for widows and orphans totaling eighteen thousand dollars over nine months, at a cost of one dollar five cents per member. It also describes the Canada ship voyage log of Mrs. Crapo and Captain Crapo, their cedar craft of nineteen feet, with leg of mutton sails, a forty nine day Atlantic crossing from New Bedford to Cornwall, cannery rations, seven gales, and reception in England. noting Mrs. Crapo's Scottish birth, Swedish father, English mother, and four ocean crossings.
Captain Thomias Crapo and his wife arrived in New York aboard the Canada after a voyage from England. Crapo, a lifelong seaman born in New Bedford, offered a tour of his life at sea and introduced his wife as chief mate. The Canada tied up at the wharf at 11:80. the couple stayed aboard until 1:30, recounting their voyage and plans.
Baileyville notes a two week protracted meeting at the M E Church led by Rev Huston and a singing class at Vought School House taught by Prof McDowell who sports a red ribbon. Hog cholera continues in the area with swine losses and some herds nearly wiped out while others are spared.
Henry Tobelman aged about 15 left home on January 22. He is dark complexioned with freckles, dark hair, and wore dark overalls a poor coat and fur cap. Information requests to John Hobelman Freeport January 29 1878. Exchanges please copy.
An advertisement extols Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a living remedy that cures dyspepsia constipation and kidney complaints while fending off imitators and counterfeits. It claims the product strengthens nerves prevents fevers and remains trusted by the public. The piece emphasizes superior efficacy over inferior rivals.
A large line of Hamburg Embroideries offered at very low prices arranged in lots of 5 10 15 20 25 and 30 cents per yard. Also a large invoice of Superior Quality 2 Button Kid Gloves selling at 50 cents per pair. WM WALTON 104 and 166 Stephenson St.
Spring Wheat Flour brands offered by Burrell Bros at 110 Choice priced at $1.25 per sack.
Apples and cider vinegar advertised at Boston prices by J. D. Dirrenpavan. Readily available in abundance at C C D Grocery Store located opposite Brewster House.
Feil the President of the New York State Teacher's Association, Paa Fenner's Improved Cough Honey promises rapid relief for coughs, asthma, and colds. Endorsements from H. R. Sanford and J. B. Miner are quoted, praising its prompt action. The ad touts pleasant taste, safety, and wide availability from a Fredonia supplier.
Trade notes show sugar price lines including 10 cents for Pt Brown White Extra and clarified New Orleans sugar. The ad lists several grade names and line items in a compact regional marketplace notice, reflecting a typical 19th or early 20th century trade listing.
A vintage ad promotes J. D. Dittenbaugh’s pure hoarhound and barley candy as a remedy for coughs and colds. It invites readers to avoid suffering by using the advertised confection as a cure.
Letter from WM. Fitzsimmons ex sheriff praising Haslett Gladding Chemists Great English Remedy for consumption asthma and throat and lung diseases. Endorses widespread availability and calls for keeping information before the public. Exvert & Burrell druggists shown as vendors in St Joseph County Michigan.
Burret Bros offer Choice New Dried Peaches at 8 cents per pound and Finest New Valencia Raisins featured as top choice in their fruit selections.
Dr Marshall's Lung Syrup cured C C D Coughs Colds Sore Throat Asthma Bronchitis and lung diseases. Satisfaction guaranteed. Price 25 cents. Sold by N A Draper. Also smoke the American Popular 5 cent cigar at J D Dirrennavan's.
Promises Finest Rio Coffee and Prime Roasted Rio Coffee at Burrell Bros with choice options. Freshly ground coffees available without extra charge. Includes notes on pricing and selection amidst merchant offer.
An ad touts Dr Marshall's Lung Syrup as pleasant and harmless for coughs and colds. It markets the remedy at 25 cents a bottle and lists N A Draper as the seller.
Il Mel BarRNuM advertises a house and lot on West Street for sale at low figures with easy terms, inviting buyers to contact for details.
Boschee's German Syrup faced widespread trial with two million four hundred thousand free bottles distributed by druggists over three years to help consumption asthma croup and pneumonia cases. The advertisement states physicians nationwide recommend it and urges readers to ask their druggist about it. Sample bottles cost 10 cents, regular size 75 cents, three doses claim relief. Swarts and Stocking sell the product.
The adjourned meeting will be held at Grange Hall in Freeport on Tuesday February 5 1878 at 10 am. Every stockholder should be present. Business of importance. J M Champs, Sec.
A compact listing shows quantities and items including 161 and 163 New Valencia Raisins 1f New Laver Haising Bees New Orleans Molasses per gallon 9 Ibs Standard Granulated agar 10 tbs A Sugar 11 tbs Extra C Sugar 12 tbs C Sugar.
The piece asserts that the Great English Remedy stands as the safest and best medicine ever offered to the public, highlighting its superior efficacy and trusted reputation in the era.
Old time remedy pitch touts Shilohs Cure for consumption cough bronchitis whooping cough asthma and throat lung diseases with two doses for croup a refund if not true and low prices. Also Shilohs Porous Plaster and System Vitalizer claimed to cure various ailments sold by Emmert Burrell. Wells Persian Perfume Slackme Tack advertised.
Our Changeful Climate makes a reliable remedy for throat and lung disorders necessary in every household Parker's Ginger Tonic is the medicine needed It claims to cure coughs colds sore throat bronchitis and even consumption when used in time Its action on stomach kidneys skin liver and mucous surfaces aims to cleanse blood build tissues and prevent inflammations It also claims to cure dyspepsia headaches nervousness heart palpitations wakefulness and more Samples and volumes of Larper's Magazine offered at discount through local agents Swarts Stocking and Sanborn's advertise generous reading availability
Wilcoxon the Hatter invites a special store visit with a free trial bottle of Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs colds asthma bronchitis and throat or lung issues. Over one million bottles used last year with satisfactory results. Emmert & Burrell Freeport offer a trial bottle free or a regular bottle for $1.00.
The note advertises selling out stock at cost for wall paper and window shades at D Adams on Stephenson Street. It promotes English remedy for asthma and bronchitis, gasoline for cleaning, and white lead and linseed oil at low prices. Also mentions parlor and chamber sets, machine goods, and tent and cornice offerings with bottom figures.
A $100 scholarship is available at Rock River University in Dixon for good standing in any department. Details may be obtained by visiting or writing to the office. Also advertised: extensive furniture stock at reduced prices, parlor and chamber sets, and nearby boarding at reasonable rates near Union School Building.
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