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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1870
Page
5
Our readers should notice W. S. Lambs White and Pure Wine Vinegar. It is free from mineral and poisonous acids, unlike many adulterated products. Housekeepers should ask their grocer for Lambs Vinegar. its superior excellence is guaranteed.
A New Stock of Enamelled Kettles just received every kettle warranted at 11 1/2. A Lawyer and BURCHARD'S Stine's establishment keeps ahead. The streets are full of their tastefully gotten-up Suits at prices lower than the lowest in this city. Their facilities prevent being undersold. Stine's on the Corner.
Local shop advertises a wide selection of looks latches butts and screws at low prices. Call for details and pricing. retro wording hints at a handyman hardware sale.
Staver and Snyder at 105 Stephenson Street advertise the first arrival of new goods last week. This popular store, known as the Big Boot sign, offers a wide assortment of boots and shoes at the lowest living prices.
E L Cronkrite Stephenson street offers fresh groceries and provisions with home delivery citywide. Goods guaranteed as recommended, priced fairly with profit. Also advertises the county’s only steam printing office with multiple presses and large stock for lower, faster, better job printing.
An experienced agent for Wheeler & Wilson Sewing Machine is now at G. M. Clayton's, dealer in paints and goods, keeping machines on hand and offering adjustments and repairs. Local agent A. McDonough. For sale groceries cheap at C. C. Best, 151 Stephenson Street.
W A Strvens Co announces the opening of a lace lot with new domestic prints bought for cash at very low prices. The sale begins today and Thursday offering summer dress goods at 20 to 25 percent off current prices to move stock quickly with heavy bargains.
Mrs Ferrin fills her shop with summer goods and invites friends to call in. She promises to stay up to date with the latest fashions and offers the largest and most fashionable styles at the most reasonable prices.
Boots and shoes offered at Smythe's with a range from elegant kid slippers to sturdy rotons. Mr Smythe claims thorough knowledge of the trade and promises the best goods at the lowest prices. Located on Fry's Block corner.
City Clothing Store in Freeport offers an extensive spring and summer line from Cassimeres to Mellons with new styles. Cutter Shawcross, back from New York and Philadelphia, brings the latest fashions to City Block opposite the Opera house. Millinery and dress making with Butterick patterns and constant new goods on Stephenson Street.
The piece praises Weld for long experience in photography, claiming unrivalled tone and finish and affordable prices. It notes his shop at Stephen on Street corner of Exchance, offering various sizes and styles and claiming to defy competition in quality while keeping prices low. Tandy’s Boots and Shoes Stock Also Highlighted at Discounted Gold-Standard Prices.
An advertisement line states eighteen pictures for $1.50 and nine for $1.00 available at White's, over A. Pelton's, opposite the Opera House in Freeport.
Strictly Reliable Insurance can be effected on your property upon applications at the Agency of Messrs. Porter & Wright who are agents for sound United States companies including the North American of New York. Have them write you a policy in this company.
City of Freeport residents gathered at the Circuit Clerk's office to organize an Independent Military Company. William Polk elected chairman and R W Hulburt secretary. A three person committee was appointed to collect signatures and draft a constitution. Meeting adjourned to July 8 1870 at the Circuit Clerk’s office.
The Imperial Russian concert troupe of eleven operatic soloists visits Wilcoxon's Opera House for concerts on July 14 and 15. The performers include Jan Rudzinska, Ivan Soboleff, Leon Jasiewicz, Matwej Mitz, Franta Kozak, Pawel Prymaczenko, Michal Matislawsky, Effin Aleksin, Jaroslaw Rajndl, Piotr Livanovsky, and Alexander Wozkresedsky. They also perform in Chicago during a six night run at McVicker's theatre.
Joseph Dickover left a large brass key at this office. The owner may claim it by calling this office and paying for this notice.
The Freeport Flour and Feed Store announces a wide stock of flour and feed sold wholesale and retail, with top brands and the sole agency for Hiram Bright's Self Raising Flour. Delivery to any city area. Located at No 54 Stephenson Street in the former American Express room. I Brigitam, Agent.
Rev J N Hobart of Downers Grove will preach at the Baptist church in this city on the upcoming Sabbath both morning and evening, delivering sermons to parishioners and visitors.
Rhodes and Brother continue to serve customers with steaks roasts chops and fresh fish and game in season. They claim the best market in the city. Grass Scythes And Snatchs Hay Rakes Forks and Grain Cradles offer large stock cheap at 1)tf Lawyer and BucRiard’s Blue Front.
The Union Base Ball Club traveled to Durand to play Prairie City Club in a friendly contest. After a depot welcome and a substantial repast at Mr Hodges residence the teams played at the ball ground with the Union winning 32 to 80. The Union also notes a prior win over Empire Club by 86 to 21 after eight and a half innings.
The notice states all goods not found to be as represented may be returned and the money refunded at Best's store located at No 151 Stephenson Street.
J B Kenegg returns from California where he disposed of horses while Col J C P Burnside is in the city for a week or two before returning to Washington. Maj Sawyer enjoys rusticating on the Hudson with riding walking boating and other activities. The note jokes he may be a luckless Benedick in chains if reports prove true.
Steamers and textile firm Stevens and Co announce a sale on White Marseilles at 20 cents per yard, marking a 10 cent reduction from previous price. The note signals a temporary discount likely aimed at attracting buyers in the upcoming season.
A Wednesday night blaze destroyed two warehouses and damaged grain held by Conway and Mealiff. A third warehouse with the depot was saved by water streams from the local engine, though most logs, scales, and fixtures were lost. The fire, blamed on foul play, prompted insurance plans that were cut short by the flames. Len Stas notes community sympathy for Conway and Mealiff.
A man walking along the Tulinoig Central Railroad track near the Cedarville bridge was struck by a westbound passenger train. The coroner ruled accidental death after inquest. the deceased was later identified as Peter Angus, a German former Chicago Street resident, widow buried four weeks earlier. He carried $56.24. The event raises questions of mental state prior to death.
A meeting of the militia company’s members organized last Friday evening will be held at the old Presbyterian Church this Wednesday evening. Business of importance will be transacted and every member is urged to attend, including those wishing to add their names to the roll.
Local trader C. C. Best advertises fresh groceries at the lowest possible prices, promising to undercut other shops in the city. The notice emphasizes low costs and steady supplies for customers seeking bargains.
Stevens advertises bargains on linens table coverings and napkins in Linens section. Includes discounts on various linen goods and related items for home use.
Wewishton notices urge readers to notice Steven's advertisement claiming strong resolve to reduce stock with special bargains in the summer poultry and all other goods available in their stock.
The First National Bank announces officer changes with C. B. Bidwell named president joining Geo F. DeForest and M. Clayton as directors. F De Forest resigns as cashier with Ezrom Mayer and C F Bentley retaining positions. Browann & Farwell connected, bank aims to keep its reputation as a reliable institution in Northern Mines.
Dr McKinley delivered a fine and intensely interesting lecture at the Old Presbyterian Church on Saturday evening. He revisited the vituperation aimed at General Butler over New Orleans actions and his controversial orders, arguing the wisdom of each measure.
The Chicago Board of Police and Fire Commissioners unanimously approves the Excelsior Wire Extinguisher for new Hook and Ladder Trucks and main police stations. The simple machine weighs about seventy five pounds when charged and is promoted for use by factories, farms, and public buildings.
The notice advertises a visit by Indian Herb Doctor Tayons at the Howard house on July 17 and 18, 1870. It promises balms from nature’s garden to purify blood and stimulate the liver and stomach, with a consultation offered.
Bargains advertised by W A Stevens and Company promise deep discounts on a variety of goods. The notice highlights limited stock and special sales, urging shoppers to visit the store location to take advantage of reduced prices today.
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