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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1878
Page
4
The Journal faces financial trouble after a sale under the hammer places ownership with Mr. S. K. Miner and Capt. A. V. Richards in charge. Appeals go to patrons to pay arrears or subscribe now with discounts. Reports mention diphtheria, a new American Grass Band, and a call to uniform militia amid temperance and local news.
The Directors of the Second National Bank have donated one hundred dollars to the Military Company to aid in purchasing new uniforms. The note expresses hope that other banks will follow suit.
At the Prohibition Club meeting held Saturday last delegates were appointed to attend the State Convention in Decatur on June 6. The selected delegates are Dr. J. A. Brenneman from Davis Dr. Naramore from Jena Rising from Tuena Ross Babcock from Kidott A. A. Crary Geo. M. Fugate J. H. Wilson from Vreeport.
Local column reports visits and travels of clergy and residents. Rev N W Heermans of Amboy and Rev Seabrease of Mineral Point were in town yesterday, Mrs McCall leaves for New York state, Mrs Barnes visits St Louis, Mr McDowell of Lanark Gazette attended obsequies, Mr Swentzell plans permanent move to Kansas, Dr Geo O Howard of Galena travels to Rockford, visitors include Dani Zimmerman and others from Dakota, Bishop W E McLaren of Illinois confirmed four at Zion Church, bishop and Rev Sweet visited Rockford yesterday.
Extensive preparations are under way for decorating soldiers' graves on the 30th inst. Dr. Moore of Polo, Presiding Elder of the Methodist Episcopal Church and chaplain of the 38th Regiment I N G, will deliver the address. Civic associations including the Fire Department, Germania Association, and Freeport Military Company will march in procession. The event aims to honor the boys in blue and sustain patriotic sentiment through yearly participation.
The Freeport Driving Park Association schedules spring races at Taylor's Driving Park from May 28 to 31. Purse money totals $5,000 or more with top speed horses entering. The track is in prime condition and the meeting aims to be the association's most successful yet. Reduced railroad rates will be offered to out of town attendees.
Mr J P Jones formerly of this city but now of Rockford spent Sunday in town The address he delivered before the temperance group on Saturday evening proved both instructive and entertaining to the gathering The speaker's hometown and engagement drew interest from local residents and temperance supporters alike.
Last Thursday evening the union of Fred P Welch and Miss Mary Sifron was solemnized at 8 pm in the parsonage of St Marys Catholic Church by Rev Father Mangan. A reception followed at Mrs A J Barters with a large gathering, a lavish repast, and an extensive display of silver and glass bridal gifts to the couple from many friends and relatives.
Estate matters include probate of J H Rodemaker will with H Rodemaker as administrator and $10 000 bond. Appraisers named Poppen Wibben Groeneveld. On May 8 claims allowed for Geo Claus Jr estate and others. Guardian reports approved for Addams and Clingman heirs. J E Lowry guardian report approved. State Fair praise notes Freeport touted for September with new buildings planned. Carroll County Herald confirms.
Decoration Day notice that Rev J H Moore Presiding Elder of Freeport District will deliver the oration in this city. The committee is praised for the choice and readers are assured the address will be a capable and worthwhile speech.
Forreston boasts record baby density as Herald features weekly twins and triplets. Zion Church Tadies Aid Society to meet at Mrs Lamb’s residence Thursday afternoon for annual officer elections. A boat race Saturday afternoon saw Goodhue Ellis team defeat Baumgarten Rodemyer in a crowded event.
Excelsior Lodge No 07 A F and A M reconvenes Thursday evening May 16 at 7 30 for business and work on the BA degree Visiting brethren in good standing are cordially invited to attend.
The Stephenson County Sunday-School Association executive committee lists township committees for 1878 and urges prompt action. Communications to the secretary or president receive prompt attention. Names include Buckeye, Dakota, Erin, Harlem, Jefferson, Kent, Lancaster, Loran, Oneco, Ridott, Rock Run, Silver Creek, Waddams, West Point, Winslow, Rock Grove and members Kleckner Brewster Naramore Turneaure etc.
Rey J Stoughton of Aurora will deliver a series of temperance lectures at Temperance Trail starting next Saturday evening the 18th. Admission is free. Stoughton is regarded as a leading temperance advocate in the West and a highly regarded speaker. None should fail to hear him.
Mrs. T. D. Robertson wife of Thomas D. Robertson president of the Winnebago County Bank Rockford died in Atlanta Georgia last Monday while returning from a winter in Florida. Friends here mourn her passing and extend condolences.
Mr Samuel Dubs and Miss Debbie O Connors were married on Tuesday evening last week at St Marys Church. Rev Father Mangan performed the ceremony as many friends gathered to congratulate the couple.
The assessor must prepare a full report of all farm products for 1877 for the State Board of Agriculture. Farmers should be ready to provide complete information. This requirement is for the Board, not for taxation.
The County Treasurer reports judgment on all delinquent lands in Stephenson County and warns that if taxes are not paid by the first Monday of June, lands and lots will be sold. The Warren Sentinel notes plans for two new beer saloons in Warren, a Stahl Bros. venture and a drinkery by Tom Hicks. Dr. D Burrell returns from Kansas after visiting Salina and Leavenworth, praising the country. Rockford plans a street railway with a two mile line pending council approval, and gas lighting spreads. Jim Turnbull in Winslow hosts another social dance May 24 with tickets at 1.00 per couple. JOURNAL subscription offers: 1.50 yearly in advance, 1.25 for ten or more bibs, valid thirty days.
A letter from W Freeport voices laboring class anger at political corruption. It condemns attempts to retain power through patronage, rebukes the renomination of Burchard and Atkins, and calls for a candidate devoted to the public interest over compensation and titles. It urges honest, capable leaders to meet urgent times.
The Woman's Christian Temperance Union hosts a first of the season festival this evening at Temperance Hall on Wednesday May 15. Attend and fill the hall to support the ladies.
A roster of 1878 state fairs with locations and dates across the United States. Indiana at Indianapolis September 30 to October 8, Illinois at Freeport September 16 to 21, Ohio at Columbus September 9 to 13, St Louis Missouri September 7 to 12, Michigan at Detroit September 16 to 20, Iowa at Cedar Rapids September 16 to 21, Nebraska at Lincoln September 23 to 27, Oregon at Salem October 14 to 18, Wisconsin at Madison September 9 to 12, Minnesota at St Paul September 2 to 7, California at Sacramento September 16 to 22, Vermont at St Albans September 10 to 12, Texas at Houston October 21 to 25, Pennsylvania at Erie September 23 to 27, New Jersey at Waverly September 16 to 21, Kansas at Kansas City September 16 to 24, Central Ohio Mechanicsburg September 3 to 6, Colorado at Denver September 24 to 28.
All persons interested in the matter of decorating soldiers' graves are requested to meet at County Clerk's office on Wednesday evening May 15 at 7 o'clock. Klecsner, President. Decorating Association.
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