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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1873
Page
4
A mosaic of gossip and tidbits includes playful quips on fashion and spring, political quips about Congressmen salaries, theater and music notes, a humorous Akron cat tale, a mix of editor anecdotes, amateur entertainment chatter, and a parade of regional notices from Freeport to Galena. It also reports promotions in the Treasury and discusses local schooling, roads, and social quirks.
The Oratorio of Esther drew strong public support in Freeport with two nights of performance. Reviewers praise improved renditions on Wednesday, credit performers for confidence, and note the show’s charitable proceeds funding church parlors via the First Presbyterian Church ladies. The piece is urged as a model to spur further community musical events and charity donations.
On Wednesday night a moonlit serenade near Freeport windows featured Kilpatrick’s boys singing Marching through Georgia and Old Shady with voices echoing in the night. The Baker Family or others may sing, but the Peak Family, led by Wm Peak Sr, promises the finest entertainment in years. Reserved seats available at Sanborn's Book Store.
Examinations will be held on Friday March 28 at Lena Tuesday April 1 at Yellow Creek twelve miles west of Freeport Thursday April 3 at Winslow and Friday April 4 at Orangeville Work begins at 8 oclock a.m Those finishing in one day must start at the appointed time J F Kreenner Superintendent Farroonr Ill March 17 1873
On Monday evening last, Patrick Flynn's wagon loaded with railroad ties ran away as cars approached the river near Cedarville bridge. One horse drowned. Flynn, a poor man, faces a severe loss and hardship supporting his family.
In the city Saint Patrick’s Day was observed with services at St Mary’s Catholic Church and a night festival at Hettinger’s Fall. Father Stack and Dr McKim framed Irish devotion to America and Saint Patrick’s mission, praising Irish valor and the conversion of Ireland. The event featured an address, a toast, a banquet, and dancing, lasting into Tuesday morning.
A notice in The Type from Syracuse announces the sale of the Freeport Journal to Johnson & Roberts. It notes Guilford, late of the Journal, plans Pacific coast location and that Addison Advertiser has been sold to Geo. H. Hollis. Lena Star comments on moves and local figures H C Burchard and Mrs. Burchard.
A Cedarville bridge segment over the Pecatonica was swept away by the moving ice, damaging the structure and halting traffic pending repairs. The event occurred as winter conditions persisted, with officials assessing the remaining spans for safety and needed reinforcement.
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