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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1866
Page
4
Sunday morning services marked the dedication of the Davis Methodist Episcopal Church in this county. The event followed a week of local notices, including a name change for the Polo Press to Ogle County Press. A new school house in the third ward nears occupancy amid county activity.
The Howard House will at last be ready to receive guests this week, though the formal opening remains indefinitely postponed.
Billy Yourgman is settled in his new quarters with Youngman & Brubaker, who aim to run a good business after receiving a large invoice of pipes cigars and wares. At the Grand Division of the Sons of Temperance session in Peoria last month J W Cornelius of this city was made Grand Sentinel for the year.
A quoted speaker bluntly explains the late election result by saying the process was simple. Supporters inserted more ballots than opponents, implying the outcome was achieved by quantity rather than method. The remark underscores a partisan view of vote counting and victory.
A new stone crossing on Stephenson Street from the Second National Bank to the City Hotel appears neat and durable. A similar crossing at the Adams Stephenson junction was recently completed after long-needed repairs.
Tur ExNpury M.E. notes the new building with roof on and basement laid and soon plastered ready for services in three to four weeks. The Mito Society of Embury M. E. Church plans a week end gathering at Mr Snyder’s residence three miles from the city on the road to Cedarville with several teams to transport attendees.
The macadamizing of Chicago street, in progress all fall, is nearly finished. Curb stones reach Judge Botts' house. sidewalks are being laid rapidly. Residents on the hill will be pleased as the street becomes again usable for pedestrians after being diverted for work.
A sociable at the home of Mr and Mrs William G Waddell last Friday evening was part of a series of mite gatherings hosted by the First Methodist Episcopal Church of the city. The event drew a good, largely young attendance and featured a merry, pleasant, and interesting program.
A letter laments Freeport's lack of a local brass band while Mount Carroll residents discuss forming a four band and citizens donate generously. The writer notes old instrument stock could be reused, cites local talent, and urges someone to start the effort so the city need not hire bands from neighboring towns.
Astronomers forecast a grand celestial fireworks display this evening, promising a brighter show than the 1833 meteor shower. Historical notes mention a 1740 sighting in Humboldt and Aumana, South America, with experts urging public viewing as the current century’s final such event may be near. Weather delays in New York postponed plans.
Amid scattered text the notice mentions Thanksgiving, turkeys and a parish fair. It notes preparations for the Episcopal Church Ladies Fair and hints at the Supreme Court affirming a lower court judgment in the case of Wmi P. Emmert versus The Town of Harlem for fifty dollars and costs.
Pan Mosarsin U. DD. Meacham and TJ. Turner left for Washington on Tuesday morning, likely seeking the fruit of their hard labor. Success to you, gentlemen.
A Saturday disturbance occurred at Kotehun Co.'s new Stephenson Street store a few doors above the Howard House. Details could not be learned despite attempts.
On Monday evening a lecture on spiritualism was delivered at Plymouth Hall. The Wolse lecturer’s name could not be learned due to missing compliments. The Freeport Division of Sons of Temperance No 658 has rented a hall in Pattison’s Block on Stephenson Street and is circulating a subscription list to furnish and fit up the hall.
The A W Ford & Co store reports a refit featuring a hand frescoed ceiling several new show cases and a fine stock of jewelry and plated ware for inspection by customers. Germans in this city plan a fair in a few weeks to benefit the new third ward schoolhouse with Mrs Oscar Taylor leading the effort.
The German M. E. Church in the second ward was moved, a new street from Pleasant and Exchange to Broadway cuts through, placing the Second Presbyterian church on a corner and enhancing both buildings. Zar Stines enlarges his clothing store with a lit display of varied apparel, inviting customers to inspect.
On Monday afternoon workmen raising the cast bent of Mr Crane's new barn on Bridge Street opposite the Journal office had a portion become unmanageable and fall to the ground with a crash. No one was injured though several workers stood under the timber as it fell.
De. Mr. Frederick Krumme, long engaged in drug business in Adita city and now in clothing, prepares to move to Fond du Lac Wisconsin to start a drug store on his own. He is well known as a capable druggist likely to succeed. The Adams Insurance Company has vacated Bartlett's Hardware and moved to a new Commercial Block suite across two stores, indicating a thriving business presence.
An intoxicated man identified as John Anderson asked for a printer and then spoke at length about suicide. He also visited several merchants in the same manner. Neighbors fear for his safety and urge someone to intervene to prevent self harm.
On Saturday an intoxicated man in torn clothing lay down for a long nap on the sidewalk across from our office. It rained but did not disturb his slumbers. He disappeared while we watched, with no word if he was arrested or moved. Perhaps he drifted away by spiritual agency.
In Galcha street a vigilant officer stumbles on a man dying from a dark night. Neighbors are summoned and a lantern procured. A second officer lies asleep drunk near the scene, prompting the quip that a constable should watch another constable.
The public library project continues, with citizens urged to support a noble cause. A new Stephenson Street house by G M Clayton nears completion featuring a curved Mansard roof. Police arrest ten gamblers during last week’s crackdown. offenders fined and warned to leave.
In our last issue we noted Mr. M. Hettinger’s horse and buggy were taken from in front of the Guy Hotel. An inquiry suggests the horse was insecurely fastened or untied by a mischievous person, then started home and was followed by Mr. Hettinger. Both horse and buggy arrived home unharmed. The Bulletin published the same version of the incident.
The Illinois State Union Prayer Meeting will be held in Springfield from 8 p m Wednesday November 14 until 12 m Monday November 19 Evangelical Christians are invited to attend Send your name in advance to Mr R H Beach Chairman of Arrangements Secular and religious papers statewide and nationwide will copy this notice
Subscribers are urged to read Mr Dakin’s letters on Agricultural Chemistry begun in this issue. The articles will continue weekly and are of rare interest. Dakin is thoroughly knowledgeable and writes clearly for all readers including those not directly involved in farming.
The Merchants' Union Express Company extends lines to this place and starts business Thursday. The office is under the Howard House with Scott Prazier as local agent. Citizens are urged to patronize the new company to break up old express monopolies.
The institution in Aurora Illinois is highlighted for its thorough discipline healthful location and lack of serious sickness since founding. It lists fifteen qualified teachers including Prof Dean and wife Boston Music School graduates. The Commercial College, led by Prof Cross, offers classed instruction with bank telegraph and offices. Principal Prof G Quereau has steered the school for eight years into prominence.
Jesse reports the Ireeport Insurance Company begins business with German managers who vow nonsectarian, trustful conduct. They aim to serve all good risks and vow no dividends until surplus from cash premiums is enough to cover all outstanding risks, showing management prioritizes policyholders over stockholders.
A readable fragment mentions a congressional vote for a Mr. Monchat received one vote and a Mrs Henry Wissler occupying rooms in Stine's new block opposite the Post Office. It notes plans to open a sewing machine depot and a mite society meeting at Louis Burrell's on Carroll Street. A committee prepared to list congress members but will defer until official returns from all states.
In Fry's Block a corner store opens offering a first class line of crockery and table cutlery run by Jar Messis Grassly and Rice. A local attendee reports a playful incident with a box and a hat gifted to the foreman. The piece also defends Winneshiek Insurance Company, refuting slander from Pureau County Republican and praising local financiers.
The piece notes U D Meacham’s anger at a prior week item in the local press and his threat of personal action for reporting the affair. It states he admits the facts, has stopped subscribing to papers, and has not yet secured protection from patronage losses, while asserting willingness to respond.
Messrs Edwards and Company announce a new city directory offering a historical and commercial review from the first settlement to the present. It will include city and county officers courts banks manufacturers schools incorporated bodies societies churches ward boundaries and a detailed alphabetical business directory with addresses and trades for every male resident over sixteen.
Market roundup from Freeport lists prices for sprinters barley Timothy hay Clover and prairie hay per ton. Dressed pork at 69 cents per pound and live hogs around 7 to 9 dollars per hundred pounds. Various vegetables potatoes onions and cheese are priced per unit or pound.
Corrected weekly lumber market note from White Rowell and Co. Wisconsin and Michigan Lumber Yard, located back of the Brewster House in Freeport Illinois. Indicates a market recap and price adjustments for lumber dealers and builders.
Schedule notes multiple routes with arrivals and departures across various towns and states. It lists times for Chicago, Eastern Way, Southern, Western lines and connections to Cedarville Grangeville Queco Bagena Vista Monroe and others. Operations include service days Monday Wednesday Friday and Tuesday Thursday Saturday with carrier available posting and office hours from early morning to evening.
Finished in the best manner. Having the best of material and good workmen, we are prepared to do a first-class business cheaper than any other shop in the West. Five per cent deduction on all work gold and delivered at the shop. Rand al & Outler.
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