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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1871
Page
4
Mr John Frisbee of Cranes Grove brought specimens of rye to our office on Saturday. The rye measured seven feet four and a half inches in height. Could any record be challenged?
The Firemen Reunion set for July 4 will support the September tournament. Delays prevent full details. the complete program will be published next week.
The Freeport Zouaves left on the afternoon Western Union train to Rock Island for the Northwest Soldiers Reunion. Gen Logan will deliver the address as a grand time is anticipated. The Sunday School Convention for Waddams township is set for June 25 at the new Lutheran Church near James Hartsough’s, starting at 10 a.m. with good speakers expected per John Boynton Jr.
We publish an article from the new Stephenson County map, completed and being delivered by Messrs Thompson and Evarts. The map is splendid and will be very useful to all desiring a county map.
In Dakota Rev. D B Byers of Freeport argued for total abstinence as the sole effective temperance approach. He challenged rights arguments supporting licenses and criticized ministers for public discussion, using Prohibition as a tested remedy with examples from Pecatonica. He praised Polo’s laws, noted farmers’ progress, and described hot days, rains, and thriving crops amid a windy, unsettled season.
Wodore Lenman, a prisoner in Can Tu jail, hanged himself while impersonating the ghost of a man who was hanged there two years earlier. The act, intended to frighten a new inmate, ended fatally due to the warning he gave.
The city observed Decoration Day last Tuesday May 30 with Zouave troops in full uniform leading a six o clock p m cemetery visit to decorate graves of soldiers buried there. A brief sermon followed by remarks honored many named Illinois and Ohio veterans by unit and company, with additional graves decorated at the Catholic cemetery.
There will be a meeting of the different Masonic bodies Saturday evening next June 10 at o'clock sharp for preparations for the celebration on the 4th of July. N. F. Prentice E. L. Cronkr ite Jacob Kroun S. H. Poury Jenkins.
Personal items report Hon. Geo A Black secretary of Utah leaving for Salt Lake City and possibly the Pacific coast. He denies plans to bring Mrs Black. Also Mentioned are State Senator J M Hunter of Mt Carroll visiting en route to Springfield, political views on capital location, and local figures Griswold, Burchard, Fry, Ormsbee, Polk attending the Rock Island soldiers reunion by train on the Western Union route.
Albert D Richardson’s postponed due to his death has now been published by Union Publishing Co. of Chicago. A biographical sketch enhances the work, reflecting Richardson as a widely read author known for clear, engaging prose, good humor, and sound judgment. Sold by subscription only. advertisement noted in another column.
The Farmers' Insurance Company reported for May 655 policies issued and property insured worth 576,663 dollars. Cash premiums totaled 2,889 dollars with additional cash receipts of 2,754 dollars and installment notes of 11,186 dollars. Total premium receipts reached 16,831 dollars. The note invites readers to insure their homes with the local company.
The paper plans a feature on respiration and ventilation by request in the next issue. Readers are invited to read the article to gain insight and clarity on the topic.
The Carroll County Gazette reports a redraw of the Third District divisions with Fegard the revenue territory moved, Whiteside and Daviess counties realigned, Ogle and Lee forming a division, and Stephenson and Carroll forming another. J. G. Lucky is relieved. A J Pinkham of Dixon is appointed to the new district comprising Lee and Ogle. J. S. Davis and J. R. Howlett resign. Major Nase is expected to receive the appointment. Gen. Smith and Chas Bent remain as assistants in their districts.
A Lena Star report describes a perjury case at Capt. Smith s office with a later adjournment to the stone school house. The venue shifts to Squire Hall in two weeks, amid town talk of purchasing the building to serve as a town hall and reduce school debt. Messrs Meacham Crane and Abrams of Freeport represented the case, drawing wide outsider interest.
Hans Breitmann in Europe and Other New Ballads is in press from Z B Peterson Brothers Philadelphia. The book recounts Breitmanns travels in Paris Belgium Holland Germany Italy and Rome including an interview with the Pope and a Trumpeter role. It features a portrait on the cover and will sell for seventy five cents a copy post paid on receipt of price.
Gen Geo C Rogers presided at the Holland House Rockford meeting on May 24 1871 for the Fifteenth Illinois Infantry reunion. Col L O Gilman was named president. officers for the coming year were chosen and a Belvidere gathering set for May 24 1872. A banquet followed with attendees including members and Mrs Ellis widow of Lieut Col W F Ellis.
A new device called the Good Templar non hydrophobic dog muzzle is described. It holds half a pint to a quart of water against the nose to keep the dog submerged, claimed to prevent madness. The inventor says it works very successfully and could drown a Newfoundland in five minutes if the strap holds.
Freeport has decided to celebrate the Fourth of July and dedicate the soldiers monument with committees named for invitation oration finance printing music and grounds railroads and dedication. Notable committee members include Dr Naramore Capt Schermerhorn Capt Boeke and Ei Stevens. A full reports arrived late. Also included are selections from William Wirt on life courtesy and a note about potato bugs and edible plants requiring careful preparation due to poisonous eggs.
Under Rev I B Condo, the first quarterly meeting will be held at Salem Church on Pleasant street. Services Friday and Saturday evenings, communion Sunday morning. Rev D M Byers presiding elder will officiate the services.
Last Thursday afternoon a fierce wind hail and rain storm rolled three miles west of Freeport. Jack Piersol sheltered under a railroad abutment with his gum blanket and umbrella but a passing train spooked his horse. He rode toward Freeport in a lively run, umbrella and gear lost, then retrieved them after wading back. He arrived soaked and wiser.
An author George Sand’s new novel Simon, a Love Story, is advertised as a popular, noble, richly written work. The notice touts Sand’s chaste style and melodic sentences, drawing comparisons to Consuelo and other titles, priced fifty cents, available post-paid from T. B. Peterson & Brothers in Philadelphia.
Col J H Coats of St Louis states the proposed reunion of the 11th Illinois Infantry planned for June 15 in Chicago is postponed for one year. Local veterans already planned to attend and express regret at the delay.
A subscriber asks to alter the date on the JougNAL to hide an unpaid bill. The complaint targets visible dates after the address as the telltale sign of nonpayment, noting such dates invite scrutiny by readers who might view the paper. The note reflects tensions around debt and newspaper notices.
A compositor in the office reportedly turned his hair black after an extraordinary scare, a strange tale that has circulated with bemusement among staff.
From the Round World Chisago Ill argues life insurance funds exceed two billion dollars and urges safety measures. The Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway, Chicago to Buffalo, is praised for strict car wheel inspections every fifty to sixty miles, Miller couplers, continuous passage between cars, Patent Pneumatic Brake operations, and Smith Baker Steam Heaters. The system, under strong management, is deemed safest and most protective for passengers and policyholders.
The Hinds County Gazette quotes escalating Southern outrage after five years of Yankee rule. It accuses Union control of imposing a Yankee state constitution, laws, school system, teachers, and books, and condemns mandatory New England style pronunciations for Southern children.
In Boston last week General Butler spoke on political issues of the day praising Republican prospects. He argued the negro is capable of citizenship and claimed Southern state governments would be safer under black oversight than under late rebels. He defended this with questions and convincing answers about Southern needs.
The Pattison Walking Sulkey Cultivators are praised as the best by all who have seen them. They boast hardened cast steel shovels that throw ground to or from corn, two adjustable shields, detachable handles, a new simple joint for shovel standards, moveable hooks for plow beam width, a reinforced hinge coupling, wrought iron axle spindle with long wear, chambered hubs, and cast washers to keep grease from entering axles. The entire assembly is braced for strength and durability.
Stover touts its Cultiva shovel with hardened steel center shovels. Over 1600 sold and in use across Stephenson Jo Daviess Carroll and Ogle counties. The maker claims universal satisfaction and no exceptions.
Describes a freeport fanning mill and Chicago Board of Trade grain separator built from superior material and well crafted. Highlights include a side spout for grading grain, easy attach detach, and high efficiency in separating ndts from wheat.
A compact lever hand corn sheller that shells quickly and cleanly, removing husk and leaving the cob ready for milling or market. Designed for efficiency, it reduces effort and preserves kernels, suitable for home or small-scale use.
Freeport Illinois March 1074 advertises Pattison's two horse wagons made of first quality material with seasoned lumber and finish. Emphasizes repairs and parts availability, home manufacture, warranties, and service. lists related iron and brass castings and shop work offered in Jo Daviess County.
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