Memorial Day Observance in Freeport Delivers List of Local Union Soldiers
A Friday meeting at Fry's Hall in Freeport Illinois gathered soldiers and citizens to organize grave decorations for Union fallen. Chairman D Atkins and secretary Hulburt led the session with a long roll of buried soldiers named by committee report, and a May 30 memorial service planned with local groups invited to attend.
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Freeport
Ili
Fry’s Hall
B. Dornblaser
C. F. Taggart
D. Atkins
BR. W. ‘Hulburt
Mr. Ankeny
Milton 8. Weaver
M. R. Thompson
Ill
van Reason
Jacob Backers
Joseph Maxwell
Chas. Gramp
John Bottsfield
William Eddy
Sidney Haggart
LE Ey
Willian
Haggart
James C. McCarthy
James R. Shaffer
1St
Colorado Cavalry
Lewis Bently
David McCormick
Tith
John W. Sinlinger
James Jordan
Ohio
Anton Bauer
Hs Pitlonk
Threeport
Stephenson County
Thery
Stephenson ‘County
Ankeny
R. V. Ankeny
B. Dornblazer
Evergreen Crosses for Soldiers Graves Memorial Service
A community memorial meeting at Fry's Hall progressed with plans to decorate soldiers' graves at the cemetery this Sabbath. Volunteers including C. F. Taggart and R. V. Ankeny organized evergreen crosses and floral wreaths, while Rev. Mr. Johnstone was expected to address attendees after grave decoration. General Atkins urged broad public participation to honor fallen Union soldiers and maintain memories of liberty and national unity through annual observances.
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Oscar. Taylor
Robi. Aittle
Jas. Hansburg
Wm. Polk
J. Beaumont
Dornblazer
Mia
Gen
Ankeny
James Durst
Kate Miller
James I. Neff
Alvira Upp
Emil Neese
Winnie Taylor
Phil
Arno
Flora Contes
D. F. Johnson
Midge Clark
Kate Harris
J. J. Jersol
Tillie Wurts
Wan
2. Mayer
FT. Wilcoxon
A. P. Goddard
Wm. B. Mayer
J. W. Crane
W. J. McKim
W. W. Waddell
Charles Little
EL. Brubaker
Schofield
C. F. Taggart
R. V. Ankeny
J. M. Bailey
Rose
Fry’s Hall
Chiatr
Johnstone
Atking
All Souls Day Memorial At City Cemetery
Rain delayed and then cleared as thousands gathered at Fry's Hall and the city cemetery for a religious and patriotic ceremony honoring fallen soldiers. Evergreen crosses and flower wreaths were placed on graves, with prayers read by Rev. W. J. Johnston and a related Catholic rites visit. Relatives spoke softly, stories of heroism circulated among sobs, and the day closed with prayers and gratitude for the brave dead.
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Polk
Mayer
Fry's Hall
Church of Christ
Republic
Paradise
Judah
Afra
Beaumont
City Cemetery
Homie ‘Mallarky
Lary
Patten, Co.g
46Th Ill
Bartlett Andrew
Ad Regiment
Unkown
Dull Times Season Prompts Patience and Trade Balance
The article notes a seasonally slow market with mercantile and clothing goods underperforming while old implements wear out. It argues patience will fortify households, predicts improved trade as times improve, and laments many youths preferring urban clerkships over agricultural independence, shifting profits toward producers.
Plymouth Block progress despite weather and flood
Plymouth Block work continues as quickly as possible despite adverse weather. A storm last Wednesday flooded the cellar, requiring steam fire engine pumping to resume operations. The steamer quickly cleared the water, and masons returned to work. foundation walls were not seriously damaged.
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Plymouth
Floods Threaten Crops and Fishing Along Pecatonica Rivers
Heavy rains have turned Pecatonica tributaries turbulent, threatening property in Illinois and Wisconsin. Crops suffer extensive damage as floods surge. high water halts fishing operations in several sections.
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Pad Itg
Tlinois
Wisconsin
Conductor Thompson's Funeral Procession at Galena
Remainder of report notes Conductor Thompson died last week and was conveyed to his home in Galena. A group from the Odd Fellows society, of which he was a member, escorted his remains to the depot.
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Thompson
Galena
Frame buildings removed to clear Stephenson Street site
The frame buildings near the engine house on Stephenson street have been removed during the past week to make room for a new block of stores being erected on the site.
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Stephenson Street
Buffalo robe found and reward offered for return
The finder of a buffalo robe advertised in last week’s Journal should return it to the owner, whose name is clearly marked on the lining. It may be left at Delhauer’s grocery store or the Journal office, with a liberal reward promised for its return.
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Journal
Delhauer
Schenck
J. Fl
Philadelphia
Pennis
Ll Schenck
Pal
Culverwall
Nis Slegsay
Ian
Centir
Howery
New York
Business Revival Brings Crowds to Saturday Streets
Last Saturday saw a business revival as streets filled with teams and people. Merchants smiled and served a growing wave of customers, sparking hope that dullness and inactivity won’t return soon.
Farmers seeks best harvest machines this season
Farmers urged to inspect W. G. Barnes & Co. on street for durable harvest machinery before investing. The notice promotes comparing chases and emphasizes outlay and reliability, inviting readers to view claimed superior equipment.
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Messry
W. G. Barnes & Co
Election in Stephenson County For Congressman
Voters go to the polls to cast ballots for Hon. Horatio Chard of Stephenson County for congressman. The event emphasizes ensuring citizens participate in the next day election and support the candidate.
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Horatiog, Chard
Stephenson County
Greasman
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