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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1873
Page
5
I will be at the office of Robert Little United States Revenue Collector in Freeport once a month on business for my office. I shall be at the above place on the 6th and 7th of May 1872.
A nineteenth century ad praises Musraya Linivent as essential for horses and human ailments. It claims it reduces swellings and treats sprains, strains, galls, and injuries, while also advertising widespread use for rheumatism gout neuralgia and other pains. A separate note seeks a German girl for housework.
Local notes report bright days and garden pursuits as Grant and Wilson gain Philadelphia nomination. Farmers expect good crops. potato bugs persist while corn and hogs come in. Lena prepares for Fourth of July with Hon. John A. Logan as possible orator. School picnic at Bluffs draws 300. Lena fishing parties and Dennis-Tresler movements noted. Rey J M Lynn becomes Presbyterian pastor. D L Tresler leaves for Pa then Carthage College duties.
A carriage from the city to Lena overturned after hitting a stump three miles from Freeport at Bentley's on the Lena road. In the party were Mr. Van Gaesbeck a Best & Morgan salesman another gentleman two ladies and the driver. One lady was seriously injured others bruised and Mr. Van Gaesbeck sprained an arm. They transported to Erin or Eleroy for medical care. the injured woman is reported out of danger. Carriage damage estimated at $10.
The Republican Congressional Convention for this district will be held at Polo on July 25. The meeting will determine delegates and selection procedures for the party's nominee.
A Washington special to the Chicago Post reports Judge Trumbul is softening his stance on the Cincinnati ticket. He concedes Mr. Greeley’s election odds are slim and will not actively campaign, urging others to take up the effort. The note echoes Artemus Ward’s quip about war involvement.
The notice outlines train connections at Rock Island with Western Union trains to Milwaukee and other points. It lists arrival and departure times at Mendota westbound and eastbound, with service names such as Pacific Express, Mendota Passenger, Night Express, Atlantic Express, and Quincy Passenger. It also notes a direct route to Galesburg Burlington Quincy and shows freight and passenger moves from Forreston to Mt Morris Rochelle Oregon Aurora Chicago and back, signed by Hinkley as President and General Manager.
Sechrist and Crain Merchant Tailors advertise opposite the Opera House as the best and cheapest store for suits, gents furnishings, trunks, hats, and all line items with guaranteed representation. Call and inspect their large stock and prices before buying. 17-S tw.
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