Poca Affairs Delayed By Press Of Other News
Local items are deferred due to the pressure on our column space. The note references a chief farming matter and a faith oriented prediction, but details remain unclear amid the crowded page.
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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1867
Page
4
Gas mains laid on Exchange Street and State Road
Gas mains are being laid along Exchange Street and the State Road reaching as far as the Stone Church, with work in progress and expected completion details. Local crews coordinate the installation and traffic adjustments may follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exchange Street
State Road
Stone Church
Melon Season Cited With Melancholy Phrase In Local Exchange
A remark in an exchange notes the melon sale period as "the most melancholic days of the season." The line reflects seasonal trade mood in the region, highlighting fruit sales and local sentiment.
Democratic Convention Nominates Bolender and Carter for County Posts
The Democratic Convention held in this city on Monday nominated Frederick Bolender for County Treasurer and M. Carter for County Surveyor, setting the party slate for the upcoming county elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Bolender
M. Carter
Dr De Puy Secures Desirable Lot Near New Fairgrounds
The text notes that Dr De Puy has purchased ten acres adjoining the new fair grounds to the south and says the doctor has secured one of the most desirable locations for a dwelling in or around the city.
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de Puy
Building moved to Knowlton's addition site
The old structure between Fehley's turning shop and his furniture warerooms was relocated to a lot in Knowl ton's addition. A neat board fence now marks the former site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fehley
Knowlton
New Engine House Proposed at Walnut and Stephenson
The city invites proposals for a new engine house to be built on the corner of Walnut and Stephenson Streets. The structure will measure 45 by 52 feet and is expected to serve as a fire station addition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walnut and
Stephenson Sts
Sterling Gazette Editor Joins Rocky Mountain Expedition
Mr. C Morthington of the Sterling Gazette joined the Rocky Mountain expedition, sharing news with the party during a Monday call. His participation marks a notable addition to the private exploration group and connections with the press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Morthington
The
Sterling Gazette
Iso
McNamara Brothers Open in Exchange Block Boots Sale
J and J St McNamara advertise taking the store once held by HE C Dwight & Co in Exchange Block offering bargains on boots and shoes. Call and see them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. & J. ST. McNamara
Messrs. He, C. Dwight & Co
Freeport Business College to Open Evening Sessions
The Freeport Business College will begin evening sessions on Monday Oct 14 offering courses in Book Keeping and Penmanship for workers during the day. The notice thanks landlord Mr Howard for his efficient management and notes possible closure and auction of furniture and fixtures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard
Freeport Business College
Imaeprarely
Willcox & Gibbs
Bank charter sought for Lena by Rising Smith Co
Messrs Rising Smith Co of Lena have applied for a charter for the First National Bank of Lena and expect to commence business between the 1st and 10th of the current month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Lena
Executive Committee Meeting of Stephenson County Society
The Executive Committee of the Stephenson County Agricultural Society met at the Secretary's office last Saturday and adjourned to meet again on Saturday October 12 at 10 o'clock a.m. at the same place. No business of particular public interest was transacted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephenson County Agricultural Society
Luck paper discovers two dollar bill in Century tobacco
Last Monday evening Col. Tyler, an employee of this office, purchased a paper of Century tobacco at Shurtleff's outing house and found a two dollar greenback snugly packed inside. There has been a brick demand for Century ever since.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Tyler
Century Tobacco
Shurtleff
Century
Juvenile Concert at Fry's Tall Directed by Kemmerer
An advertisement calls attention to a Juvenile Concert at Fry's Tall on Friday evening under the direction of Mr. Kemmerer. The organizer has conducted many concerts across the country and is highly praised by the press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fry’s Tall
Kemmerer
Robbery spree at the fair depot night last week
Last week at the fair several people were robbed at the depot. Mr. Adam Roth had his pocketbook with $86 taken while bidding farewell to a friend on Friday evening. Others reportedly lost smaller sums. no arrests have been confirmed though suspects were strongly thought likely at that time.
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Adam Roth
Judge Purington’s cow tries to uproot tree by tail
A cow belonging to Judge Purington attempted to uproot a tree last week. The effort failed and the animal lost a large portion of its candle appendage. The cow now roams about, sadder but wiser.
Horse accidents at fair grounds injure boys and adults
A boy named Jesse Patten was thrown from a horse on the fair grounds Friday and seriously injured. A horse owned by Hl Snyder ran across the track, toppled a carriage, and threw Mr Snyder and his son. Mr Snyder sprained an ankle while the boy was unharmed. Another runaway occurred Wednesday, details unavailable.
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Jesse Patten
Hl. Snyder
Mr. Snyder
Snyder
Editorial Excursion to Rocky Mountains Planned
The Joursan announces an invited editorial excursion to the base of the Rocky Mountains with Pullman cars, a dining service under Kinsley, and a printing office car for a daily paper en route. The trip to Denver may extend two to three weeks, with readers advised of frequent reports from the journey and opportunities to supply gear and gold dust samples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocky Mountains
Pullman's Palace
Stephenson County Teachers Institute Opens in Davis
The fall session begins Tuesday October 22 1867 at 10 am in Davis and runs two weeks. Regular classes cover common school branches with recitations and teaching method discussions. Evenings feature lectures essays and discussions. A teacher for each branch will be secured and all live educators are urged to attend full session and submit an article for the paper.
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Stephenson County Teachers Institute
Stephenson County ‘Teachers’ Institute
Davis
Stephenson County
Robinson
Green
A. A. Crary
Straw burning discouraged in rural call to bring in salvage
A reader notes several straw stacks burned in the country and argues straw is a valuable commodity for bedding cattle and paper manufacture. The writer urges farmers to avoid waste, bring straw to town to boost receipts, and not burn it.
Two Richmonds in the Field at Night
Last week crowds at the Chicago and Stephenson Streets corner heard a wordy contest between two blantometer men urging onlookers to test their lungs by paying five rents to blow. One machine also operated at the fair grounds. One is a local fixture, the other a novelty imported for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Stephenson
Seasonable and Fashionable Stine's Fall Stock Opens
Stine has opened a large stock of fall and winter clothing at his old corner stand for Freeport. The store shows new goods in the latest styles and aims to be first class. The Chicago Street facade sign, painted by Adamson, reflects credit on both artist and owner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stine
Freeport
West
Chicago Street
Adamson
Our Schools Open Under New Superintendent Alvord
Our schools are in operation again after the invasion under Superintendent Alvord. A strong corps of teachers is engaged and attendance is large with everything moving with clockwork regularity.
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Alvord
Davis Teachers Institute Call Encouraged for Educators
A Davis column urges a strong turnout for the Teachers Institute noting education as the key to national progress. It appeals to trustees to ensure their teachers attend and to hire only those who participate in such programs, stressing the value of ongoing professional development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teachers' Institute
Davis
Miautter
The give away man at the fair grounds fails to fool crowd
An old Dodge known as the give away man visited Floral Hall at the fair grounds on Friday. He claimed to sell gold goods and currency for a loss, offering five dollar bills for four and gold lockets for three dollars. Crowd familiarity and Marshal Baker’s intervention ended the scheme, with the vendor leaving to await licensing and a future attempt. The Agricultural Society praised the officers for stopping the racket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fair Grounds
Floral Hall
Greenhorns
Generosity
Marshal Baker
Agricultural Society
Every Saturday Weekly presents European current literature
This description explains a weekly issue featuring English and continental writings suited for American readers. It highlights including readable articles, popular sketches, essays, semi scientific papers, poems, and literary intelligence from European periodicals, reprinted promptly in the American publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Hvery
Ticknor & Fields
Boston
Corn Crop Back from Frost Fears This Season
The corn crop is viewed as safe from frost danger, based on local observations and farmer input during the county fair. Farmers expect yields to meet or exceed the average of past seasons and anticipate improved prices and prosperity across related businesses.
Ball Given at Fry's Hall by Hook and Ladder Co
A Thursday Fry's Hall ball hosted by the newly formed Hook and Ladder Company succeeded. A reporter notes large attendance and orderly conduct, with receipts likely yielding a handsome surplus after expenses for the company treasury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fry’s Hall
Hook and Ladder Company
Farewell Sermon by Rev. W. C. Willing at Main Street Church
The Rev W C Willing of the first M I church preached a farewell sermon Sunday. He has served the city for three years and earned the respect of his congregation. A collection was taken to clear the church’s entire indebtedness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Willing
M. i
Mgr. Willing
Mr A J Stone plans return to town in future
The text notes Mr A J Stone, formerly a resident, has visited this town in the past week in improved health. He is not yet ready to settle again, but intends to make the area his permanent home eventually. He remains interested in freeport matters and believes no city suits him better.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Stone
Stone
Subscribers complain of missed newspapers and mail delays
Readers report failing to receive papers regularly, citing postage office delays. The publisher deflects blame to the mails and urges readers to blame Postmasters if needed, not the paper, noting copies arrive at the office by Tuesday evening or Wednesday noon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Local crowd plans Quin cy fair visit this week
A large party from the city and nearby areas plans a trip to Quin cy to attend the fair. Business conflicts keep few from going, with many already traveling. Tomorrow and the next day are seen as the best times to visit.
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Quincy
New Weekly Feature Aims for First Class Paper
This week we introduce a valuable supplement and plan to publish it weekly while advertising pressure allows. We hope readers appreciate the feature, added at some cost, in our effort to provide a first class paper and continue expanding if possible.
New Dry Goods Store Opens at 91 Stephenson Street
A new dry goods store has opened in the Ent's building at 91 Stephenson Street by Messrs Beat and Morgan. They offer a large assortment of dry goods and furnishing goods bought on favorable terms, inviting citizens and the farming community to inspect their stock and prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephenson Street
Inent
Messrs
Beat & Morgan
Goent
Construction Progress At New Presbyterian Church
The lecture room was used for the first time last Sunday in the new Presbyterian church. The audience room will be ready in two to three weeks. Workmen are upholstering pews while carpenters advance the spire, which rises toward the sky.
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New Presbyterian Church
Masonic Meetings Set Across October Dates
I Ju Munn has left for Springfield to attend Grand Lodge and Grand Chapter sessions. Grand Lodge meets October first and Grand Chapter October fourth. The Knights Templar Grand Commandery will assemble in Chicago on October twenty second.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. Ju. Munn
Springfield
Grand Lodge
Grand Chapter
Grand Commandary of
Knights Templar
Chicago
Thrown from a Wagon in Yellow Creek
Mr J. S. Studa, a baker and longtime Journal subscriber from Yellow Creek, was thrown from his wagon while taking a grain load to market a few days ago. He escaped with a sprained wrist and no serious injuries.
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J. S. Studabaker
Yellow Creek
Journal
Debated Paths to Reconstruction Postwar Equal Rights
The Tribune argues that after the war loyal free people and former slaves faced political fate in rebel states. It contrasts Johnson’s disfranchisement plan with Congress’s push to enfranchise loyalists and exclude only treasonous officials. The piece asserts Congress seeks equal voting rights for rebels and loyalists alike, opposing efforts to let rebels govern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Andrew Johnson
Congress
United States
Noah and the Angel Create Wine in the Aftermath
A German A Nacreontic recounts an angel visiting Noah after the flood. Noah laments thirst amid noon heat and recalls the drowned multitudes. The angel returns with grape stocks, teaching wine making, framing wine as humanity’s providence.
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Noah
Blackwoods Magazine
Conflict in Limerick as troops charge crowd
On the 28th in Limerick a clash occurred between civilians and troops. Troops fixed bayonets and charged the crowd. Eight people were wounded and one man killed. The incident drew condemnation of the troops’ conduct.
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Limerick
Freeport Market Prices on October 2
Market prices listed for Freeport dated October 2 show Wheat at 1.65 to 1.70, Oats eight cents, Corn shelled off, Barley around 0.85, Flour 12 a barrel, Butter 25 cents per pound, Eggs 11 cents per dozen, Lard 10 cents, with rag prices 2 to 4 cents at the office.
Local Items and Subscriptions Drive Library Gifts
Subscribers to the Washington Library Company of Philadelphia rush in for stock at one dollar per share with engravings worth more than the investment. Each share earns a gift and a chance at prizes, including the notable engraving The Marriage of Pocahontas for five shares. Also notes fall millinery arrivals by Miss Butterfield & Denton and local notices of lost items and sales in Freeport.
Coes Dyspepsia Cure praised in early ad review
Joyful claim proclaims Coes Dyspepsia Cure sovereign for stomach and bowel issues with druggists stocking it. Warns against Velpau French Pills during miscarriage risk. Mentions Paris as undercutting rivals, and sawdust ads for coal stove sale and tailored suits by Paris. Mayer and Sons touted for cuces.
Bank officer names and positions in a partial ledger
Fragmentary banking record lists Lamont M Nickirsnon as president of Bly and Ghay as vice. It mentions a cashier Chas J Schmitt with unclear role and the line includes stray terms like Anti Cashier and a garbled date. No clear events or outcomes are stated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lamont M. Nickisrson
BLY, Ghay
Peraine
CHAS
J. Schmitt
Diyw22niusstid
Also Mentioned on This Page
Poca Affairs
Richmonds
Teachers’ Institute
the State Fair
Religious
Masonic
the Tribune
Illinois Central Rail Road
Llinois Central Rail Road
Nortif
North-Western Rail Road
Galena Division
Western Union
Freeport Market
Hk M
Butterfield & Denton
Alexandre
Keystone Block
Adams
Pennsylvania House
George Devore
Devore
Journal Office
Richart
Cedarville
Iowa
Ohio
Burchard & Bro
Paris
Wwetf
Commercial College
Jeg
Mayer & Sons
Cukes
RST National Bank OF Chicago
K. C. Dwight & CO
Illinois
Zyme
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