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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1878
Page
5
Listing of advertising rates and sizes with varied prices and placements across columns. The OCR fragment shows multiple price points for display, classified, and preferred ads, indicating a bustling newspaper marketplace.
The report from London on May 5 notes little progress toward peace as nations prepare for possible conflict. Russia appears to defend shores while striking commerce, raising fears for British trade and India's routes. Count Schouvaloff may visit for talks as San Stefano developments unfold.
The text lists signs of approaching disease such as poor circulation, weak physique, fatigue and loss of appetite. It promotes Ostetter's Stomach Bitters as a vitalizing elixir trusted by physicians, popular in the U S and abroad, and a leading American medicinal staple.
Parasols in endless variety at Seeley and Read's advertised with Shawls and Circulares opening today at Waliton's. Local shop promotes wide selection and new stock.
The executive committee of the State Prohibitory Organization calls a state convention in Decatur Macon County on June 6 1878 at 10am to nominate state officers and legislators and to organize for a prohibitory law. Attendees include individuals and temperance groups with leaders from Chicago Bloomington Hyde Park and Decatur. A mass convention in Freeport is urged on May 11 1878 at Temperance Hall to select delegates for the Decatur meeting.
A large line of hosiery and gloves is now on display at Walton's store, inviting shoppers to explore current selections and prices.
Call and examine the new Kid Gloves at Seeley and Read's. Also advertised Dr Fenner's Blood and Liver Remedy and Nerve Tonic and Cough Honey with a St Vitus Dance Specific circular. Sold by Emmert and Burrell.
Largest stock of Parasols in the city at Seeley and Read's. Also a Workingmen’s notice urging to save doctor bills with Dr Marshall's Lung Syrup for coughs and colds, priced at 25 cents a bottle and sold by N. A. Draper.
Will open on Thursday, one of the cheapest cashmeres shown in Freeport by Walton's. See what the druggists say about Dr. Marshall's Lung Syrup it never fails to cure the worst cough or cold promptly and effectively. Price only 25 cents a bottle sold by N A Draper.
The Ladies are invited to inspect our stock of Linen Dusters and Cloth Circulars. A new lot just received at lowest prices ever made on these goods WM Walton.
An advertisement notes two fine combs and a hair brush priced at 25 cents at Swarts and Stocking's popular drug store.
Advertisement notes Marburg Bros promotes Seal of North Carolina tobacco as a superior option at the same price as common brands, urging consumers to switch for better quality and value.
The article contrasts fear and habit after volcanic disaster with medical quackery and popular remedies. It cites Dr. Pierce products as cures yet notes continued reliance on ineffective treatments and dangerous practices. It promotes King's Vegetable Ambrosia as a superior hair restoring remedy from Eumert & Burrell, sole agents.
An ad-like piece touts Parker's Ginger Tonic as restoring feminine health and vigor. It claims to cure dyspepsia headaches neuralgia nervousness and regulate female function while aiding nursing mothers and even treating various stomach and bowel complaints. A $1 bottle or 15 cent sample are offered through Swarts & Stocking.
Advertises Shilohs Consumption Cure promising to cure coughs and lung trouble with a money back guarantee if no benefit. Lists prices 10 cts 50 cts and 1.00 per bottle and adds Shilohs Porous Plaster 25 cts. Also promotes Shilohs System Vitalizer with guarantee to cure dyspepsia liver complaints constipation and debility. Sold by Emmert & Burrell.
Bramert and Burrell offer Hackmetack a popular fragrant perfume. The ad highlights a sought after scent with Bramert and Burrell as sellers.
The Centaur Company markets two liniments the wunire for humans and the yellow for horses sheep and other animals. Each bottle bears testimonials and can be procured from druggists or by mail from the 411 Dey Street New York City office.
H McPHILLIPS artistic cutter and merchant tailor proves unmatched in Freeport with high quality fabrics and bespoke suits. He showcases low priced standard styles and superior fits at the Opera House Block praising his past award and reputation as the premier tailor for gentlemen and boys.
It Pays to Trade at 110 alerts readers to flour and corn meal prices. Spring wheat flour $1.25 per unit, New process Iowa flour, Bloomington winter wheat at 1.65, Addams winter wheat flour 1.65, White winter wheat flour, fresh ground corn meal 25, Winter wheat Graham flour 80. Burrell Bros. name appears as seller.
An advertisement proclaims Dr Kane's New Discovery cures for coughs, colds, asthma, bronchitis, consumption, hoarseness, and throat lung diseases. It claims hundreds of permanent cures where other medicines failed and offers a free trial bottle at Emmert & Burrell's Drug Store or a regular bottle for $1.00.
W Rogers in the city receives Teave orders at M. V. 33 Elsons or J. Ten's music store for piano tuning services.
Open for sale five acres two miles from Freeport advertised by J. B. Smivi on April 22 1878.
Open pasture for stock accommodation on May 1. Price reduced to 1.50 per head. Chas. F. Goopnur.
An appeal proclaims a large portion of Americans suffer from dyspepsia or liver disorders and urges trying Green's August Flower. The ad claims speedy relief, offers a 10 cent sample, and notes three doses can relieve the worst case, with distribution by Swarts & Stocking on the Western Continent.
Canned fruits and vegetables are reduced five to twenty percent at 110. Only the best standard goods offered by Burrell Bros.
Abundant pure cider vinegar and apples reported at the GC QC D Grocery Store located opposite Brewster Houss corner.
See the new stock and prices at the G O D Grocery Store located opposite Brewster House.
Four thoroughbred Durham Bulls to be sold at public sale at Miller's Livery Stable in Freeport on Saturday May 18 1878. Terms are six months with approved security. G Vouaut acts as seller.
Public notice from J S Coen bar advertises three dwelling houses for rent at the Court House with a deadline of April 26 1878. The item records a rental offering in a 19th century local notice style.
Bargain priced sugar cured hams offered by BuRRELL Brothers with an eight cent per pound tag. Local shoppers flock to take advantage of the deal as stock moves quickly.
A buggy cushion found by the county clerk is available for return to its owner upon proof of property and payment of this notice. The notice outlines the claim process and deadlines.
Farmers praise The Champion Corn Planter sold at the Farmers' Co operative house as the lightest running and most accurate dropper among planters. Advertisers urge readers to call and see it before buying.
Oranges lemons new figs dates pears and maple sugar raisins and nuts of all kinds advertised for sale at J D Divfenbaugh.
Caution in calling for the Great English Remedy. Farm for sale or trade: 160 acres in Winslow township near two depots on the C R R. Inquire at this office. Wall paper and window shades selling out at cost to make room for full stock. D Adamson 89 Stephenson St.
Classified notice offers a house on Clark avenue for sale or rent, contacting D. Taylor. Also advertises White Lead and Linseed Oil at bottom figures at D. Adamson's for painting needs.
At our new store No. 89 Stephenson St upper floor Tent and Koenia offers a wide selection of parlor and chamber furniture. Prices emphasize value and quality as customers browse upstairs showroom displays.
Odd fragment lists a bottom shop offer at Stephenson Street with mentions of Adamson's and general machine goods. The readable text hints at business items but lacks full context or complete details.
A $100 scholarship is offered by Rock River University Dixon applicable to any branch or department taught. For details call at the office or address the notice.
Over 11 000 square feet of floor stock edited with all kinds of the best selected furniture the finest parlor and chamber sets offered for the next 60 days at greatly reduced prices D RVEHNER
A rare chance to buy choice reading at a bargain price. Bound volumes of Harpers Magazine in fine bindings offered at 2 dollars per volume in Sanborn's.
A notice promotes the sale of the American Popular five cent cigar at J D Dirrenbavan's shop. The item is presented as a highlighted product offering likely in a trade or storefront listing.
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