Delinquent tax lists and local notices in 19th century papers
A compilation of brief notices and snippets from a Illinois newspaper page, including delinquent tax lists in Cook and Whiteside counties, reminders of social events such as a Pecatonica Methodist excursion to Geneva Lake, a strawberry and ice cream festival, a rifle club contest report, preparations for the State Agricultural Society fair, railway schedule changes for the C and N W Railway, civic reflections on Independence Day, and a call for stronger policeman protection for city officials wives amid unlit streets. The items reflect local society, transportation shifts, and public safety concerns.
Personal News From City Visitors and Returns
Senator R H McClellan was in the city yesterday. Mt. Sterling Aspinwall of Grand Rapids Mich, was on our streets Monday. I Conkrite arrived home last week and looks well. Capt Fred J Dean, temperance lecturer, arrived after an absence in Minnesota. Mr and Mrs J K Scofield and eldest daughter set for the East. Dr GS Smith editor of the Elgin Free Press visited old friend Dr Kingsley. Jacob Sime of Boscobel Wis, longtime city coopering partner, has returned intending to settle here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Sterner
Aspinwall
Grand Rapids, Mich
I. Conkrite
Fred J. Dean
Minnesota
J. K. Scofield
GS. Smith
Elgin Free Press
Kingsley
Elgin
The
Free Press
My. Jaacob Sime
Boscobel
Wis
Methodist Preachers to Visit City and Mission Talk
Rev L Meredith of Sterling NL will preach at First M E Church on Sunday morning and speak at Embury M E Church at 7:30 PM. Rev RB Dashiel, Missions secretary, will discuss Missions at First M E Church on Tuesday June 5 at 7 PM. Also notes on Novelty Carriage Works located on Chicago Street showing fine buggies and wagons with skilled workmanship and guaranteed satisfaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. Meredith
Sterling, NL
M. E
Union
Embury M. E
RB. I. Dashiel
Novelty Carriage Works
J. I. Robinson & Co
Chicago Street
Stephenson
County Court Proceedings Estates and Administrators
PRESDAY May 22 Estate of Mary Reddington deceased claims allowed as of 7th class 5S M Wilson 11.00 C E Stearne 0.00 Estate of Mary A Melfoes deceased Peter Melfoes appointed administrator bond 16000 Estate of John Wilson deceased inventory ordered filed and appraisement bill approved Bertha Stine resigns as executrix Robt Lite appointed administrator de boulis bond 30000 Thursday May 25 Estate of Cath arine Wohlford deceased claim of A Pattison 525 allowed as to 7th class List of soldiers buried or omitted includes Turner Turner 16th TH Vols Macklin Wade Mekiun Thompson Crane Daniels Ketchum Cavanagh Mortimer Snow Broadie
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Reddington
M. Wilson
C. E. Stearne
Mary A. Melfoes
Peter Melfoes
John Wilson
Stine
Bertha Stine
Robt, Lite
de Builis
Catharine Wohlford
Pattison
Col Type Turner
Maj
W.d Mekiun
Sure
Eri M. R Thompson
I. Vals
D. W. Crane
Dies Daniels
Ely M. Ketchum
Vals
Jas
Cavanagh
Mortimer Snow
Alfred JJ. Broadie
Married in Randolph N H at bride’s parents home
On Wednesday morning May 16 1877 Grace Lilian Judson wed Jenny D Litin of Washington D C at the bride’s parents residence Rev G W Pitcher officiating The bride is the eldest daughter of C K Judson Esq editor of the Journal Coroner Deyn notes he was not notified about the Rock Run drowning inquest and will claim fees per Attorney General ruling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Randolph
G.W. Pitcher
Grace Lilian Judson
Jenny D. Lytin
Washington
C. K. Judson
Deyn
Rock Kun
Northern Deanery meeting at Zion Church features ordination
The first session of the Northern Deanery at Zion Episcopal Church in this city ran from Wednesday to Friday. Rev. R. T. Sweet presided as Dean. The ordination of N W Sherman to the deaconate drew nearly twenty clergy, with Dr. Clifton Locke preaching and a full Eucharist service. Thursday included nine confirmations and a Whitsuntide sermon by Bishop McLaren. Reception followed at Judge Tyde’s home. Also noted: drownings of Jacob C. Place and Henry Fannon on Rock Run, May 21. C. McPhillips’ busy Wilcoxon Block tailoring shop noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zion Episcopal Church
Stephenson
R. T. Sweet
Zion Church
Goodhue
Sterling
Dr. Warris
St. James’ Church
Chicago
E. W. Spaulding
Milwaukee
Mr. Downing
Galena
Clifton Locke
D.D
Grace Church
Golemn
Mclaren
Sweet
Judge Tyde
Stephenson, Street
Teachers Association report and next meeting plan
The Florence dist No 2 center held an 1877 meeting in Centennial School House with classes in Grammar and Geography led by M B Powderly and Miss Braithwaite. A future program at Millerburg School House on June 2 featured Arithmetic Writing History Grammar Spelling Geography and an essay followed by a teaching success discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centennial
Florence
A. Rowe
M. B. Powderly
United States
Miss Braithwaite
Apgar
R. 0 Stout
Millerburg
J. Gheen
M. E. Powderly
K. A. Moran
Grimer
R. M. Barnes
J. G. Hahn
M. E. Powprenxy
The Devil's Noings and a Western Union Rail Bond row
The hired man lauds Western Union Rail Bond workers while reporting a fight involving three men and a woman named Mullen. One man is fined ten dollars, not an employee, with costs. claims of ruffian behavior are disputed and attributed to misreporting. Father Carey canvasses for Moody's Sermons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Union
Mullen
T. F. Goodhue
Bedleion
Cotton
Orangeville crops thrive under warm, wet spell
From Orangeville reports say crops look well with small grain sowed this spring. Rye is heading. corn delayed by cool weather and replanting discussed in spots. Warm weather and showers quicken vegetation. Oneco Township Sunday School Convention meets at Lutheran Church, Orangeville, June 3. Most schools are in full operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oneco Township
Lutheran Church
Orangeville
Winslow Hosts Noted Evangelist Adelbert Lumace
In Winslow a Chicago preacher known as the Second Moody has led series of meetings, converting over one hundred residents who form the Winslow Christian Union Society with rules drafted by the minister. He will stay through the coming year, receiving $400.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epitorr Journal
Winslow
Adelbert Lumace
Chicago
Moody
Winslow Christian Union Society
Lumace and Winslow rally as TLS meetings proceed solemnly
The TLS board notes meetings conducted in an orderly, solemn spirit with room to save souls. Lumace’s work is praised, and if lasting, rejoice. Mr James Turnbull offers tickets for a dance on the 26th but is recalled. Turnbull & Son repair costs from the fire and reopen the old building to serve customers in Winslow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
sérViens
Tle
Winslow
James Turnbull Hay
Turnbull & Son
Illinois Militia Adjutant General Order Promulgated
The Adjutant General of Illinois issues an order dated May 26 1971 praising the Assembly for executive sanction and law status. It declares duties to show zeal devotion and satisfy the people, trusting Illinois state troops will gain prominence among national volunteer forces. Commander-in-Chief H Williams signs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iniinors
Adjutant General’s Office
Springfield
Ill
Tlinois
H. WiLiarp
Grant Arrives in Liverpool Amid Welcome by Mayor and City
Ex President Grant landed at Liverpool aboard the steamer diain on May 28. U S Consul General Adam Dadean and American visitors met the party. the Mayor and city dignitaries greeted him. Grant and his family toured the harbor landing and received hearty cheers before departing in the Mayor’s carriage. He planned to visit docks, meet the Town Hall at two, and proceed to London later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liverpool
Preside Grant
Adam Dadean
Uni
London
Gongul
Fairchill
Ligpool
Elvens
Mr. Grant
Grant
Common Council
Waxmilly
D Board
Also Mentioned on This Page
Cook County
Inter -Ocean
Plac
Whiteside County
Sterling Gazette
Methodist Society of Pecatonics
Geneve Lake
Great Union Bind
Iowa
First M.E. Church
Z. M. Hibbard
Clark Avenue
Benning’s Station
Columbia Long Range Rifle Club
Col. J. O. P. Burnside
C. H. Laird
Laird
Janie A
Committee of Arrangements of
State Agricultural Society
Our City
Gillham
Fisher
Messrs. Titskell
Ellsworth
Peliam
Freeport
Disa
Lots
R. H. McClellan
County Court Proceedings
Northern Deanery
Jacob C. Place
Henry Fannon
Rock Run
Reesman’s
Mr. Places
C. McPhillips
Wilcoxon Block
Freeport Public Schools
Stephenson Street
Danube
Morgan Bros
O. D. Wall
L. Jones
Aencaanen Fea Fees
Ul, Darling
J. Massenders
Lb. E. McCo
Anna Murphs
E. L.braithwait
Divian
M. J. Giles
K. E. McNitt
T. G
E. V. Reeve
E. M. Russell
Food Grammar School
B.A. AY Shervondy Irivson
Rosebrugh
Prin
Third Ward Grammar School
ES A
Judson Prin
Thompson
Bohool
Father Carey
Embury M. E. Church
Illingis
Millard
Geneva
Taver¢ Nyder
Lyon
Neel Stimoners
Staver & Snyder
John Deere
Fanis
Bagta
Wa U Q Co
Te Basle Satky Nyia
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