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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1871
Page
5
An advertisement touts Parker and Stone Cold Water Soap urging readers not to miss trying the bar. The copy emphasizes cleansing power and novelty of the product in a concise, period style.
A quirky memorandum mentions calling on Staver and Snyder during a wane period to obtain croquet slippers priced at 50 tf IEP and a Parker and Stone Cold Water Soap bar. It urges following wrapper directions to avoid using any other product.
Weekly subscription receipts list A Moses Jacob Ferree J Delp H Pitkin Dan't Wade A W Babb Jos B Smith Chas Flickinger Thos Wybourne Geo Sibert Jas McElhinney Jacob Lapp et al. Mr Crotty left a box of soda. a playful tale notes a bottle refilled with water, while the real soda was praised and thanks extended.
Tam offering a large collection of remnants in dress goods and lawns at about half regular price. The listing references W A Stevens and notes savings on multiple fabric types.
A local store, Slavers and SNYDER, promotes savings on boots and shoes at their Big Boot sign location. The advertisement highlights affordable footwear options and emphasizes value for customers seeking deals.
A new self adjusting curtain fixture by Col Tamberling of Eleroy draws attention as a simple, affordable invention with potential for factory production in the city. Demonstrations are available at the office of S C Buckman and other local sites.
Readers are urged to call E. L. Cronkrite next to the Stephenson County Bank on Stephenson Street. He has long operated in this city, earning friends through fair dealing. Cronkrite offers top quality groceries with a free delivery wagon and keeps prices as low as any in town. Those in need of groceries will do well to remember Cronkrite’s.
Benjamin West painting offered at ten thousand dollars and refused will be shown by the First M. E. Sunday School in Freeport opposite the new Court House on July 4. Admission is 16 cents for one, 25 cents for two, and 10 cents for children.
A Sunday School Convention for Kent will be held at the church in the Rebel Settlement on Sunday July 9. Exercises begin at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. A cordial invitation is extended to all who may desire to be present with ample provision for entertainment.
A rumor spread on the street claimed Zartman's building could not hold a large crowd for the Fireman's Dance on the fourth. Mr Zartman assures the committee it is perfectly secure and will reinforce it with braces to ensure stability. Tickets are 50 cents.
The 24th inst report recalls a strong rain and wind storm causing crop damage as fences wash away and grain blown down. Wheat rust and chinch bug appear in limited areas, corn and small fruits show good prospects, and lightning killed three horses near the southwest of the city.
Attendees invited to a dance at Zartman Hall presented by firemen association. Event described as a good time with tickets listed at 50 cents. Location and exact date not specified in readable text.
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