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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1868
Page
5
Reformers Abroad Rally Against Northern Rebel Network
The Journal plans a next week full expose on a formidable rebel organization causing mischief in both the North and the South. The report aims to detail its actions and influence, stirring public interest.
New Fence Takes Shape on Union Street Front
Mr Reifsnider begins construction of a new fence along Union Street fronting his premises. The project aims to improve curb appeal and mark property boundary while outlining the sidewalk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Reifsnider
Construction Moves for New Block Opposite Court House
J. Diffenbaugh confectionery item noted. Mr Zapf begins removal of old building and erection of a new block opposite the Court House. Rain showers Tuesday bring value to farmers as soil improves. A new organ for First Presbyterian Church is completed in Buffalo and will be shipped this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E! Zapf
Court House
First Presbyterian
Buffalo
Burrell Invests in Delivery Wagon for Customers
Mr. L. F. Burrell has bought a handsome delivery wagon to serve numerous customers who prefer home delivery of their purchases.
Entertainments Draw Crowd at Fry's Hall
A troupe performed last Friday and Saturday at Fry's Hall to a large, pleased audience. The show featured many feats described as truly wonderful and entertaining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fry's Hall
Thief Steals Horse From Silver Creek Woman
A bold thief last week took a horse belonging to Mrs Thos Wilson of Silver Creek. The animal was tied at the corner of Ex change and Galena Streets. Authorities have not reported the horse recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos, Wilson
Silver Creek
Exchange
Galena Streets
Local crime disrupts town during theater visit
Lieutenant John W. Delaney former city resident now in Junction City Kansas visited town last week to attend a show Bailey’s store gas was in town Pickpockets raided the crowd Tuesday Several people reported loss of cash and notes Police made arrests but could not prove guilt and released the suspects
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Delaney
Junction City
Kansas
Chicago
Hdndix
Thhem
Turnverein Ball Promises Dances and Music at Fry’s Hall
The Turnvereins announce a grand ball at Fry's Hall Monday evening with the Freeport Band providing music. English and Fancy dances on the program. admission tickets are 81 with a head extra or 1 per couple for snapper at the New York House. The event is expected to draw a crowded hall and a good time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turnvereins
Turnveroins
Fry’s Hall
Freeport Band
New York House
Telegraphic fragment hints at upcoming visit and costs
A garbled telegraph note mentions a large event with a Yankee figure named Robinson and a planned visit to a city, noting high costs and forthcoming details to be provided.
Auction sale of Dakin household goods and Harding stock
Notice of auction on Saturday for the late Mr Dakin’s household furniture with a request to buyers to attend. The ad praises J Harding’s extensive stock of men’s wear and furnishing goods. Report of a missing man Babby Haggerty, born Irish, last seen December 22 in Quincy IL, described as 5 ft 7 in, 150 160 pounds with brown hair and dark eyes, information sought.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. E. Dakin
Advertiseryéfti
Doltin
Dalsin
Hiealeo
Babby” Haggerty
Howard House
Quincy, Ils
Muddled local notices mix church tale sidewalk work and stage drama
A garbled local report mentions a captain suspected of travelling to Amboy for marriage, church social events, new sidewalk construction on Stevens Street, noisy work, and a masked stage show featuring boots and outfits. Details are unclear and largely fragmentary.
Orangeville G A R post forms twenty five members
On May 23 1868 Gen Atkins A P Cy under Gen Palmer authority mustered Post No 815 G A R at Orangeville. Twenty five charter members were mustered and applications for membership push total to seventy five. Orangeville young men plan Oneco Township aid for a Soldiers Monument.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atkins
A. P. Cy
J. M. Palmer
Department of Illinois
Department
Orangeville
Oneco Township
Store Displays Crockery and Terra Cotta Goods
The article notes a shop opposite the Howard House showcasing abundant crockery ware and decorative terra cotta pieces. It mentions discovering elegant ornamental flower pots at a friend’s home and learning these were purchased at this establishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard House
Orangeville Gift Enterprise Promotes Tickets In Local Ad
Advertisements urge readers to buy tickets for the Orangeville Gift enterprise claiming legitimacy. Buyers in the vicinity are encouraged to trust the venture and participate, betting on a favorable outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orangeville
Diocese reorganizes into seven districts under Bishop Whitehouse
In a resolution from the last annual convention, Right Rev H J Whitehouse Bishop of the Protestant Episcopal Church in Illinois divides the diocese into seven districts and appoints Rural Deans. The Northern Deanry includes Jo Daviess Stephenson Winnebago Boone McHenry Lake Carroll Ogle De Kalb Du Page Whiteside and Lee counties with Rev Joseph B H Rylancé D D Rector of St James Chicago named Rural Dean for this district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. J. Whitehouse
Protestant Episcopal Church
Illinois
Jo. Daviess
Stephenson
Winnebago
Boone
McHenry
Lake, Carroll, Ogle
de Kalb
du Page
Whiteside and
Lee
Joseph BH
Rylancé
Businessman Q E Colby Leaves Freeport for Cheyenne Prospects
On Monday evening Mr Q E Colby of Currier and Colby bade farewell to friends in this city and headed west toward Cheyenne to assess business prospects. The community wishes him well and hopes he remains a valuable Freeport connection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Q. E. Colby
Currier and Colby
Cheyenne
Runaway Double Team Panics Chicago Street
A runaway American Express double team on Chicago Street near Webster and Judge Bott’s residence frightened horses and careened through the business district toward Adams Street. The wagon narrowly avoided accidents as bystanders tried to intervene, finally stopping at city limits and returning to the stable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Street
American Express Company
Adams Street
Ong
Ford and Wise offer Stock Viano and Mason & Hamlin instruments
The longstanding Ford and Wise firm advertises new agency offerings for Stock Viano and Mason & Hamlin organs and musical instruments. Local judges praise the Stock Piano exhibit for its action and tone, recommending readers visit the store to explore the instruments firsthand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford& Wise
Mason & Hamlin
Insurance Agency Boosts North American Presence
Mr. Win C Wright, agent for North American Insurance Company of New York, is conducting a large local business. Farmers and businessmen who have investigated the matter express confidence in its reliability and give it preference over competing firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County
Ain
McHenry
Mir
iyfcHenry
Sadar
Boeing
Mayriard
Dlolis
Ivaliae
Haying
Norman
Cutter
Brooks
New York
Advertisers urged to place notices in larger Journal
A local notice urges business men to advertise in the Journal which has enlarged to rival the state's largest paper. It touts better reach for Republican readers, highlights new display ads by Dove, Henry Gallery, and others, and promotes ready made clothing and goods from Roche store and autiste orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
J. Roche
Meeting Calls for Choral Society Organizing Session
A notice urged citizens to assemble at the Howard House on Mount Day evening to organize a Choral Society. About thirty five to forty people attended and adopted a constitution and by laws but chose no officers. The group adjourned to next Monday evening hoping for a larger turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard House
Mail bag robbery shocks city during morning transfer
A Chicago mail bag was stolen from Capt. Orgne's transfer wagon during train arrivals. Police recovered the bag at the cattle yards. the paper bags were left intact. Straps were cut and the contents rifled. no clues or motive yet, with only a few registered letters known to be inside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Orgne
Hey
Crane
The Minstrels to Visit City for Two Concerts
Posters announce Skiff and Gaylord's celebrated minstrels will perform in the city on Thursday and Friday June 4th and 6th at Fry's Hall. The troupe will present two concerts, drawing local interest for the town event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Skiff & Gaylord
Fry's Hall
Burglary Spree in Freeport Targets Homes on Prospect Street
Local robberies last week saw Genl Shaffer’s residence on Stephenson Street searched but not broken into, while Mr T L Halback on Prospect Street and Mr May’s residence on Circle toll were entered with doors and windows left ajar. The robbers left without stealing, and a ladder and broken items were found at the scenes alongside a pocketbook taken later from another site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
Genl
Shaffer
Stephenson Street
Beconia
Halback
Prospect 'Street
Siigt
Mr. May
Cktroll. Tio
Plantation Bitters and Mouldings Advertised at Freeport Works
An old advertisement fragment promotes Plantation Bitters as a tonic claiming to improve health and strength. It also lists products from Freeport Agri Works including mouldings, doors, blinds, frames, and patterns. The text touts prompt service, blanketed warranties, and orders by mail with references to J. Emmert & Burrell and Emmert & Palton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pattison
Walsh
Ereeport Agri+ ore Works
Widtf Emmerg
Paltison
Sagain
City Crockery Store BN Litt Next Door to Brewster House
A fragment notes the City Crockery Store Company building layout adjacent to the Brewster House, with its location described as next door. No further details are provided in readable text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brewster
New China Sets and Stoneware Offerings
French China Bandet presents Ten Sets for 15.00 and 44 piece styles. Plain China Ten Sets for 10.00. English China pattern with 56 pieces for 6.76. Finest clay body with quality glazing. Ohio stoneware priced at 15 cents per gallon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
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