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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1877
Page
4
Local matters report the recent Monday election choosing F Bartlett Esq as school director. Notices mention Baptist Church events, Sunday schools, and community entertainments with thanks to contributors and upcoming sermons and socials.
An early invention, a washable red fining ink pen that writes freely after dipping in water, is advertised amid news and concert notes. The item promises to prevent damage to papers and valuables during travel, with a parade of performances and attractions listed for a forthcoming festival and musical program.
The Songerbund of the Northwest holds its eighth biennial reunion in Freeport on June 19 to 28. German musical societies from Milwaukee to Madison join about forty groups to study and perform male chorus works with a professional orchestra, prize diplomas, and competitive singing to elevate musical culture.
The Lancaster Township Sunday School Convention is set for June 27 at the church near Young's School House with a detailed timetable for morning and afternoon sessions, including devotional exercises, reports, and discussions on duties, teacher experiences, and school management.
A large crowd gathered for Decoration Day ceremonies in Freeport. The procession formed at Court House Square with ex-soldiers leading, marching to Lincoln Avenue and the cemetery. Rev Col Wardin spoke, reflecting on Civil War memory and national unity, and planning for a permanent local observance next year.
Rev L Meredith spoke at First M E Church to a filled house with a profitable sermon. Embury M E Church welcomed the preacher in the evening to a large audience, the sermon praised as masterly and beautiful. Rev C H Bucks of Lena preached at Embury on Sabbath morning with strong acceptance, and spoke at Temperance Hall at 4 PM with earnest, forcible remarks.
A group of Winnebago Stephenson Jo Daviess Carroll Whiteside Lee and Ogle county lawyers urge Freerom Bailey to allow his name for the new Judicial Circuit judgeship. The petition lists J D Meacham Ayde Barton Stoskapf John Kean Wiles Lathrop F Goodhue Smith Atkins Barnum Crain Marvin Betts Green Coates Leonard Stoskop Chas Green James Cochran Philip Geib Hiram Bright and others. The effort reflects a forthcoming election and the push by local bar members.
On Saturday May 26 John Minnick, teamster for B and J Musser, was thrown from his wagon near the town limits of Orangeville while crossing a small creek. He fell and died almost instantly, likely breaking his neck when he landed on his head as bystanders reached him within moments.
The article extols Buckeye Reaper and Mower by C Aultman & Co Canton O, praising the invention, growth since 1857, and massive production capacity. It details the enormous plant layout, raw materials, and the number of workers, plus the reach of the company with Miller patents and the Monitor Engine. Also notes leadership and local clergy happenings.
A boy named Bertie Herrington, son of N C Herrington of the city, wandered away after riding in a farmer’s wagon. He slept overnight in the country, woke at H Campen’s seven miles south of Ft Port, where he was cared for. His worried mother and father were notified and came to bring him home.
A fragmentary notice invites participation in the Juvenile Templars program for children from five to sixteen. It appeals to parents to support the cause by joining, with a ten cent initiation. Officers listed include R Thantetti and T Giles, with Miss Jenur Masse as temple superintendent, meeting Fridays at Granger Building from June 5.
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