McCall Local Notes and Commerce in Debatable Times
In Wednesday’s Daily local column editor McCall reports Mr James R Wicks sold his stake in the drug business at 137 Stephenson Street and Mayer & Sons advertise a new ice cream saloon. A root peddler touts a universal cure drawing skepticism as a quiet business day passes amidst unhelpful weather. City Assessor John Black races to assess personal property, expecting two weeks to finish.
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James R. Wicks
Stephenson Street
John Black
Ife
Delinquent Tax Sale Held at Court House
The delinquent tax sale was held at the Court House yesterday with slim attendance and little competition. Parties seeking details may apply to Capt. Young, County Treasurer, at his office.
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Court House
Capt. Young
Misruling at Western Garden clarified by editors
After inquiry we find our report on Sundays event was mistaken. The disturbance involved only a few American youths and they were expelled. the gathering honored the fire department and proceeded harmoniously. We note dark streets have hindered pedestrians, increasing burglary risk, and urge better street lighting to aid safety and reduce policing needs.
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Western Garden
Fire Department
Peat Samples Hint at Bricklike Clay Discovery
In Ridott Mr F E Dakin tests peat area beneath the surface, finding pressed and baked clay resembling Milwaukee Brick. Meanwhile town notes stray dogs seized as law with several cases reported since the 20th, and brick block properties on Stephenson Street gain fresh paint amid expected improvements as new faces crowd the streets.
County Court Proceedings May Term May 20 Estate of Rouben J Spangler
Court notes appoint Administrator de bonis non for Rouben J Spangler and Richard Buffum named Administrator on petition of John Rice. claims by Jonathan Spangler, Geo Gramley and John Chariton continued. appraisers Abram Gund, Samuel Schmitt, Hirsha Keeman appointed. other estate actions listed. Also long passage describing German citizens in city and their alleged characteristics.
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Wronespay
Rouben J. Spangler
John Gift
de Bonis Non
Jonathan Spangler
Geo. Gramley
Daniel McTaggart
John Chariton
Joshua Rice
John Rice
Richard Buffum
Bond
C. Abram Gund
Samuel Schmitt
Hirsha Keeman
Death rumors debunked for Major Joseph Clingman
A circulation claimed Major Joseph Clingman of the 46th Illinois Infantry had died. Henry Rawson, Postmaster at Marshall Texas, writes that Clingman is alive and well near Shreveport Louisiana. He has recently married Miss Hambleton of Shreveport.
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Joseph Clingman
46Th Illinois Infantry
Henry Rawson
Marshall
Texas
Clingman
Shreveport
Hambleton
Tax exemptions for canned goods under act of 1867
Readers learn from the Internal Revenue Record that under the March 2 1867 act canned meats shell fish fruits and vegetables including pickles and preserves in glass are tax exempt. Exemption excludes fish sauces syrups prepared mustard jams or jellies and sardines in packages incur a lamp tax. If no notice is given and no payment demanded before monthly tax due, no penalty for non payment applies.
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S.J. Davis
Internal Revenue Record
Freeport Commandery Hires New Uniforms and Regalia
From Friday's Daily we learn Freeport Commandery No 7 recently sent East for new uniforms and regalia of a superior order. A fine dog owned by Judge Coates was shot on up street yesterday for non compliance with the dog law. Mr E O Waite has gone to Chicago for a few days, in his absence Mr Mueller, our night operator, takes charge at the telegraph office.
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Freeport Commandery
No. 7
East
Coates
Mr.'e
Waite
Chicago
Mr. Mueller
Crain Appointed Register in Bankruptcy Under New Law
We learn from a telegram that our friend Crain has been appointed one of the Registers in Bankruptcy under the new law. The appointment will give general satisfaction as business shows signs of revival yesterday under pleasant weather.
Late hour tipster claims ex Prussian soldier on train
A caller said an ex Prussian soldier was robbed on a train between here and Dubuque, walked back destitute, and reported the tale to a local station. Also included is a Louisville Journal defense of reporters from harsh criticism, arguing the journalist must rely on informants and cannot be blamed for every error.
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Here
Dubuque
The Editor and the Reader's Demands
An old editor laments pressures from readers and local figures who seek favorable notices. He notes conflicts, personal quarrels, and the risk of libel suits, arguing editors must remain independent and not appease every claimant while still serving the public.
Randolph Plain Dealer Boosts Sparta Representative
The Sparta Representative, a valued weekly exchange from the southern part of the State, has been enlarged and improved. It now appears under the caption Randolph Plain dealer and receives strong support from liberal patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sparta
Randolph Plain Dealer
Marble shop ball accident breaks Pettit's arm
Yesterday afternoon F R Pettit, a young worker at Randal & Nobles marble shop, was playing ball with Mr Gee and Noble when he tripped over stones near the shop and fell breaking his arm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. R Pettit
Randal & Noble
Gee, Noble
Mr. Pettit
Private sale of Mr. Lewis Cass household effects on Stephenson Street
Saturday's Daily notes Mr. Lewis Cass has rented his Stephenson Street residence and offers his household furniture and effects at private sale. The Neff & Swartz store is being repainted, while three buildings remain. Buckman Bros. will award the fancy inlaid billiard cue on the 10th, prompting aspiring competitors to perform their best.
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Lewis
Cass
Stephenson Street
É&C
Messrs. Neff & Swartz
Wwe
Buckman Bros
Ladies of First Presbyterian plan New England Kitchen fair feature
A meeting at Mrs Dewalts last night organized by the ladies in charge to arrange a New England Kitchen stand for a church fair later this month to benefit the First Presbyterian church.
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First Presbyterian Church
Termination of Muskets and Shoulder Straps in Journal
The paper reports the ending of the serial Muskets and Shoulder Straps after a long run in the North West and Journal, noting its merit and interest but poor fit for general newspaper columns. The editors state they will publish shorter pieces hereafter and publish occasional new writing.
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Norrhz West
Sale of the Howard House lease and fixtures
Readers are surprised by an advertisement from Lewis Sward offering sale of the Howard House lease and its fixtures in the city. The Howard family cites ill health as reason for withdrawal, noting the hotel has grown under current management and carries strong local support for sustaining a first class hostelry with capable new ownership and capital.
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Lewis Sward
Howard
Baseball Opening at the Fair Grounds Report Missing
Reporters could not attend the base ball opening at the Fair Grounds yesterday afternoon due to other engagements. No full report available. estimates say a large attendance of spectators, including ladies and gentlemen. Seven innings were played and the affair passed off creditably.
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Fair Grounds
Geologist Mr Shaw Visits City With Mineral Box
Assistant State Geologist Mr Shaw visited yesterday and sent a box of geological specimens. The collection includes oil well borings from Rockey farm, peat samples, underlying clay from local sites, and lead ore. A forthcoming state geological report will highlight the county’s rich mineral and productive wealth.
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Shaw
Rockey
City Council Advances Street Macadamization Plans
The Common Council held a special Friday and a regular Saturday meeting. Mayor Sunderland reported on the steam fire engine issue. The council approved past meeting proceedings for publication and awarded macadamizing contracts for Adams Street and Stephenson Street to Jacob Rodearmel, with other business deemed unimportant.
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Sunderland
Eixchange
Stephenson
Union Streets
Adams Street
Bridge
Carroll Street
Jacob Rodearmel
Stephenson Street
Pastor W C Willing Leaves City for Wisconsin Trip
Rev W C Willing of the First M E church departs today with his wife for a tour through Wisconsin and Minnesota. The community extends best wishes for a pleasant and safe journey.
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W. C. Willing
M. E
Wisconsin
Minnesota
The Diamond Dickens Nicolas Nickleby Diamond Edition
A Boston Traveler review extols The Diamond Dickens edition of Charles Dickens works. It praises cheap price, fine paper, small print, clear impressions, and vivid engravings, noting Pickwick Papers Our Mutual Friend David Copperfield and Nicolas Nickleby in Diamond editions with monthly volumes and two binding options.
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Nicholas Nickleby
Pickwick Papers
David Copperfield
Dickens
America
Dicken
Nicolas Nickleby
Boston Traveler
Knapp Receives New Infant Arrival in City
Readers familiar with Knapp will recall the Rockford Register note that J. G. Knapp, agent for the Merchants' Union Express Co., received by Union Express a package marked C, C, D that contained a fine healthy male infant. The note hints Knapp plans to keep the child and offers congratulations.
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Knapp
Rockford Segister
Express
J. G. Knapp
Merchants’ Union Express Co
Union” Express
Steam fire engine prospectus from Seneca Falls visits town
Mr H Cresswell, agent of the Silsby steam fire engines made at Seneca Falls New York, arrives to meet the fire committee and submit in writing a proposal to furnish the city with a steam engine. Details of terms and the machine’s merits are not disclosed. Also noted is William Masyenberg changing his Oak Street residence near the Galena road.
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H. Cresswell
Silsby
Seneca Ialls
New York
Committee On Fire Department
Wm. Masyenberg
Oak Street
Galena Road
Rector Weldon Delivers Sermon on Ritualism At Local Church
The Rev. Weldon, rector of the Episcopal church, preached yesterday on ritualism and announced he would speak again next Sunday. A good attendance filled the church and listeners gave attentive heed to the discourse.
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R. Weldon
Episcopal Church
Social Turnverein Ball Set at Fry's Hall June 10
The Social Turnverein society of this city will hold another ball at Fry's Hall on Monday June 10. A new rule will be enforced at future reunions prohibiting entry for any lady unless accompanied by a gentleman. The event is expected to attract a large turnout with dancing and enjoyment.
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Social Turnverein Society
Fry’s Hall
Minstrel Troupe Duprez Benedicts Delights Park Crowd
A Saturday full house saw Messrs Duprez and Benedicts Minstrel troupe perform with praised musical cultivation and versatile comic and sentimental acts. The Shadow Pantomime closed the show to loud applause, with a Wednesday return urged as seats will sell fast.
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Messrs. Duprez & Benedict
Ice cream and strawberries attract crowds at local saloons
The piece notes huge consumption of ice cream and strawberries at Adam Roth's and J. D. Diffenbaugh's saloons on Saturday as the season began. Articles were given free, drawing hearty crowds. The writer jokes such gatherings stirred cold weather locally and imagines the vast refrigerating material aboard to last the season.
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Adam Roth
J. D. Diffenbaugh
Gold headed cane presented to Empire Base Ball Club
Tuesday's Daily reports a hand carved ebony cane with a gold headed top presented by Mr Brigham Payne to the Empire Base Ball Club of this city. It will be awarded to the member with the most runs in a set period, based on a basis yet to be decided. A City Clerk's office meeting this evening will finalize the award basis.
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Empire Base Ball Club
Brigham Payne
Pleasant Day Amid Early Summer Mood Beneath City Streets
The report notes a bright day yesterday with lively streets and a foretaste of summer. A country ride shows rural roads remain in poor condition due to prolonged rains, with deep ruts and rough surfaces. Some stretches dug up to improve shape are nearly impassable.
Adam Roths Cream and Strawberries Delight Guests
Last evening a group enjoyed Adam Roths no plus ultra cream and strawberries in his newly refitted upper room despite hot weather and frequent lightning. Thirty quarts of cream were used to satisfy yesterday’s customers, with a private Stephenson Street entrance noted.
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Adam Roth
Adam
Stephenson Street
Quiet election seals judicial race and school director vote
The recent election passed quietly with about three hundred votes cast. School Director winner was If M. Barnum defeating F W S Brawley by 78 votes. Judiciary results show Judge Sheldon elected with 106 votes and no opposition, while Clerk Taylor received 86 votes amid a split field.
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F. W.8. Brawley
Brawley
M. Barnum
Barnum
14Th Judicial District
Benjamin RK. Sheldon
Supreme Court
Grand Division
Woodbury
M. Taylor
McFadden
Council Proceedings for May Published in Installments
The paper prints the first May instalment of the Council Proceedings and hints at continued installments. It notes the council’s habit of delivering proceedings in batches and mentions a forthcoming Duprez and Benedict Minstrels show tomorrow evening.
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