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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1871
Page
5
An old advertisement highlights the Broad City shop offering blank books bound to order, magazines and pamphlets bound, old books repaired and bound, and other bookbinding services at reasonable rates. It notes the location at the PREEPORT, LOURDAL office and mentions the upper story setup.
An advertisement notes Broad Street shop selling wallpaper at prices from 8 cents to 5 dollars per roll appealing to homeowners. The fragment mentions available varieties and a sale tone.
Slogan style retail note from Cork Stores promising lower prices than any house in the Northwest. Advertisement fragment lists Sunmur & Martin at 26 with unreadable details.
The notice advertises low prices on undershirts at 25 and 50 cents, night shirts 60 cents, socks 6 and 10 cents, with other goods offered proportionally, at Stipe’s corner in Caw.
A local office promotes its steam printing capability claiming more presses and larger material stock than rivals, making it cheaper and better for any job printing needs in the county.
Advertisement notes bindings for magazines with morroca style at Freeport Book Bindery. Pricing listed as $2.00 per volume and option for Cheyper binding. Office location described as over the JovaNnat office.
A local notice states Smythe's Corner Store in Fry's Blocks sells the champion shoe. The brief confirms the store is the only place in the county where the item can be purchased.
On Stephenson Street a popular resort showcases new billiards tables and top cigars liquors and wines. The owner invites patrons to dine on him with free lunch offerings, advertising a welcoming American game venue atmosphere.
Mr. Trexer, son of Dr. Tr Jatply Heusaneds, will continue his father’s veterinary practice. The ARS 8 hefiers are shuig with BI is autos a Rn reer and we aa ate acts one, BW.
A lighthearted note urges readers to remember Staver and Snyder for help in rough times. It references a trusted pair of croquet slippers as a playful metaphor for reliable comfort.
Purchases at Staver and Snyder include a range of footwear and dry goods. The store also offers wall paper and window paper patterns as part of its broad assortment in the busy Broad Street shopping district.
Tamberling of Eleroy unveils a simple self adjusting curtain fixture claimed to be the best of its kind. An exhibit is at the office for viewing, with plans to open a local factory. Copies of the ad also list Buckman, Dugham, and McMillan offices as places to find the fixture.
The advertisement extols BE Cronkrite on Stephenson Street next to Stephenson County Bank as an established, fair dealer in groceries. It highlights his long years in business, wide selection, low prices, and free home delivery from his delivery wagon.
An unclear note describes rapid actions at a law firm regarding a troubling incident. Evidence points to a poisoning case with alleged involvement and swift escalation. Authorities investigate and monitor the situation as details emerge.
An event will be held on June 25 at the village church. All Sabbath Schools in the town are invited to attend for a time described as good and profitable.
Mr Rankin and Miss Kitty Blanchard headline a four night run at the Opera House. Rip Van Winkle impressed audiences on Saturday and Monday, while Tuesday saw Tennyson’s Dora with Blanchard as Dora and Rankin as Farmer Allan. The entire company earned praise for strong performances and public favor.
A brief description touts a combined perpetual calendar with new interest tables and income or expense figures for any days or weeks, plus a pound to 6000 value table. The calendar is said to be accurate and praised by bankers and businessmen, with a state agent recommending it and seeking agencies in the county.
A humorous note from The New Orleans Times quotes a curious seeker asking Horace Greeley how to stop the crevanse. Greeley replies with a sharp, dismissive retort, underscoring his belief that some questions defy simple answers.
Two farmers in Garrell county were approached by a man proposing them as sales agents for a horse rake. They signed notes for 180 each, as payment for commissions. The agent later offered to sell the notes, was arrested, and the farmers recovered their notes and costs. The perpatrator fled to seek more victims, with hopes to target other farmers.
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