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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1870
Page
6
A fragmented, archaic verse reflects rural devotion and gratitude for Providence and family. The speaker recalls a father and grandfather assuring resilience through hardship, blessing the harvest, and urging steadfast hope and hard work amid uncertain times.
Readers are guided through the Chicago Shot Tower, detailing its brick structure, the elevator and four foot square lift, the lead melting and droplet forming process, the sieves and cradles that sort shot, and the bagging room where twenty five pound bags are filled. production runs three to four tons daily, while remarks on stock market folly and a humorous regional tale close the piece.
The piece rejects the myth of easy wealth for the Wall Street trader, describing a brutal internal struggle of ambition and fear. It contrasts glittering surroundings with sleepless nerves and constant risk, noting signs of strain on body and health as panic grips the market spectator.
In a private letter a soldier recounts a chase of a Sioux band. The troop surprised the group, riders sitting firm in their saddles as horses thundered forward, each Sioux showing calm indifference amid the dash and danger. The extract ends as the pursuit compels close pursuit and decisive action.
An officer recalls a dangerous Sioux illusion that caused a massive horse stampede. Troopers lost control as riders faced fluttering red blankets, horses bolted, several troopers fell, and the group realized the danger of underestimating the ambush. The narrator vows to repay the deception in the future.
The District Court of the United States Northern District of Illinois in bankruptcy notices that Thomas F Cum misford of Freeport has filed for discharge under the 1867 act. A hearing is set for December 17 1870 at 1 00 P M in Chicago. Creditors and interested parties may attend to show cause why discharge should not be granted. A second and third creditor meetings will be held December 17 at 10 00 A M at the office of J A Urain Register in Bankruptcy in Freeport. Dated Chicago November 18 1870. WM H Bradley Clerk. T F GoopuuvE Atty.
Probate notice announces Carey administrators will appear before Stephenson County Court in Freeport on the third Monday in January to adjust claims. Creditors urged to present their claims and debtors to make payments. Dated November 16, 1870.
In this notice the writer extols Harper's Magazine as a leading, affordable periodical that educates and amuses the masses. It highlights its scientific papers as accessible to general readers and credits the magazine with broad appeal across American families.
Harper & Brothers offers subscription deals for Harper's Magazine Weekly and Bazar with discounts for multiple copies. One year to one address costs 8 1 0.00. two periodicals 7.00. Back numbers and complete sets available with extra charges and shipping.
A pictorial history presentation showcases key moments and figures from the Times era, highlighting notable events, people, and milestones with curated images and captions. The article promotes the issue as a comprehensive visual chronicle for readers seeking a compact, illustrated timeline.
A promotional note praising Harper's Weekly as the leading illustrated American family paper. It claims high literary merit, varied entertaining reading, and numerous illustrations supplied by top artists, with favorable endorsements from several newspapers.
Harper's Weekly announces prices for subscriptions to Harper's Magazine Weekly and Bazar for one year with various discounts. Offers include extra copies for clubs, multi volume sets, and postages. Volume XIV ready January 1 1871. Postage is 20 cents per year. Address options include New York and Freeport.
Estate of Lydia Wohlford deceased. Daniel A. Bear appointed administrator will appear before the Stephenson County Court at Freeport for the December term on the third Monday in December to adjust claims. Creditors should present claims and debtors pay immediately. November 2, 1870.
Harper's Bazar includes a weekly supplement with numerous full sized patterns. The folio pages match Harper's Weekly size and are printed on aupertine calendered paper every fortnight.
Promotion offers clubs of four at 1.60 each or eight at 1.50 each with free extra copies. Claims best original stories fashion plates and engravings with a promise of twelve numbers next year totaling one thousand pages and fourteen steel plates plus Berlin patterns.
The New York Evening Post and the Nation commend Harper's Bazar for its health, dress, and housekeeping content. They note its editorial tone targets mothers and daughters, fosters family improvement, and inspires lifelong subscriptions. The periodical is hailed as well edited with practical, tasteful guidance for domestic life.
Staphenson Street store No 116 announces relocation of its resident buyer to Chicago to secure advantageous purchases. The move aims to benefit customers by ensuring continuous bargains and efficient purchasing at major buying points.
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