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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1876
Page
5
Advertising rate list appears garbled with multiple figures and timing marks. The readable items show weekly and monthly options with prices ranging around 3 to 80 dollars, but specifics are unclear due to OCR corruption. The entry lacks concrete dates or entities.
Center Hill Union Literary Society met at Center Hill School House on September 23. The meeting proceeded without the president, with J W Matter and J J Saeger leading. Amanda Fehr read and the group approved affirmatives. officers elected by ballot for the coming term were Alfred W Bear president Lambert vice president A Fehr recording secretary V Matter corresponding secretary John J Saeger treasurer. The notes include a moral about proper newspaper practices and a reminder that anonymous messages and name-sharing are not allowed.
The Mobile Register argues that reformists will push to disfranchise the Negro to reduce political disruption. It predicts states will decide suffrage after 1876 reorganization, allowing each state to handle social and political issues without federal interference.
The Reynolds County event featured Griffith addressing the Wheeler club on political questions of the day. The courtroom was filled with ladies and several men noted the speaker's eloquence and logical power as a strong campaign message unfolded.
Alfred P. Burbank, famed humorist and elocutionist, presents readings at the Opera House next Monday evening October 23, 1876 for the Young Men's Library Association. The program features new selections from Col Sellers Rip Van Winkle The Shallgram and more. Admission is 50 cents with reserved seats at Sanborn's, securing best seats.
The Elocutionist A P Burbank performs at his new house on Monday evening October 23 with admission free to inspect a fresh stock of wallpaper on display for the Broad Street fair. The fair has just opened in Chicago Rope 29 1876. A letter to C C Wilson Freeport NL notes a Centennial Premium for best sewing machines awarded yesterday in Philadelphia to The Hower Machines Co by Frank.
Sale of 50 000 bottles of Hale's Cough Cordial in the northwest with a refund guarantee reports fewer than fifty returns. Doctors praise the remedy for colds and throat issues. N A Draper authorized to warrant cure or refund after half bottle. Phosphoren destroyer advertised for rats mice and roaches by Swarts and Stocking.
Local shop Broad's offers a wide selection of writing papers and envelopes, advertising top quality for students professionals and letter writers. Store staff highlight durable papers smooth finishes and a variety of sizes and colors to meet every need.
A large stock of ladies and children's undergarments hosiery fringes and fancy and woolen goods advertised at MRvs J BENSONS with Burrell Brothers promoting a 38 cent best bushel basket. Also a brick house for rent at Clay and Adams streets via City Bakery. Bull's Cough Syrup advertised at 25 cents. Freeport Brick Co offers brick with free city delivery via Chas F Coodhue yard Wissler street and Galena Avenue.
A new perfume fragrance described as delicate sweet and lasting is offered for sale by Swarts and Stocking at 25 West Fourth Street.
Public cautioned against bitters due to stomach weakness and urged to use Roback's Stomach Bitters and Sugar Coated Blood Pills. Take Bitters one hour before or two hours after meals to tone digestion and strengthen the stomach, then cleanse with Blood Purifier before the bitters.
Drawing lessons offered every Saturday from 9 to 11 o'clock in Union School House. Fee is fifty cents per month. Instructor is J. Frick.
Under the Ladies of St Marys Church Freeport the fair opens October 24 at Hettinger Hall and runs four days. Prizes include a gold watch and a silver tea set. 15 cent admission without ticket. music, meals at 25 cents, and donations gratefully received.
A note states Strim wallpaper is available free of charge and ready for immediate wall application. The message mentions Broan.
Don’t be humbugged. Isaac Stine’s STAR CLOTHING HOUSE in Tarbox Block offers better fit, goods, and lower prices than rivals. Freeport Brick Co. guarantees their truck for all work or no sale. Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup costs 45 cents with money-back if it fails to cure.
Broads announces receipt of a complete wallpaper stock and offers the best papers at low prices for room decorating. The notice emphasizes affordability and wide selection for customers seeking home improvement supplies.
Broad's features a full line of Tollands in every color at moderate prices.
The notice urges attendance at readings and promotes Freeport Brick Co offerings for cistern bricks and various work. It promises guaranteed satisfaction or no sale and no pay, with orders left at Chas TF Good hue or at the yard on Wissler Street and Galena Avenue.
Burrell Brothers advertise the finest Laguira and Rio Coffee at 25c and 22c per pound respectively. They also highlight extra choice Mackerel recently received directly from Gloucester, claimed to be unmatched in the market.
Jonathan Boyer, Esq. at the Carpet Factory on Stephenson Street opposite the Pennsylvania House advertises car pets oil cloths spreads coverlets and blankets and acts as agent for Home Woolen Mills cloths flannels yarns and related products.
Broad’s store advertises blank books described as the best and cheapest option seen yet. The note emphasizes value and selection available to customers seeking writing supplies.
Berkshire Pigs James Plansburg promotes a selection of new collars and neckties at Stines Pioneer Clothing House, highlighting current novelties for customers seeking updated wardrobe accessories.
The Tobacco House of Jacob Krohn, a historic Northwest establishment, attracts lovers of fine cigars with Krohn's Own and Sabrina tobacco. Swarts & Stocking advertise lower drug-line prices and claim they always sell at bottom figures, with paints and machine oil as other offerings. Their store sits opposite the Coit House.
A vendor asserts that their wallpaper exceeds all rivals by at least 25 percent in quality and appeal in the market. The claim emphasizes superior finish, durability, and value compared to other makes available to customers.
For the best goods in the grocery line we invariably recommend W. W. Robey opposite Knowlton's bank. We have tested his teas coffees sugars syrups canned fruits and more and find them pure and good. We also note consistently low prices and door delivery. Remember Robey for good goods at the lowest prices.
A broad stock of school books is reported at Broads offering a large selection for learners and educators. The listing highlights affordable prices and wide variety across subjects with emphasis on educational materials for classrooms and individual study.
We invite customers to visit the old Pioneer Clothing House at Stine's Corner to see the largest and best selected stock of clothing cloths cassimeres and furnishing goods ever offered in this market. The ad promises satisfaction from shoppers and highlights a wide range of goods.
New Prints opens this week offering the same prices despite an advance by manufacturers. Stevens notes no change in the base rates and urges customers to visit for the latest releases and continued value.
Stevens announces a sale on shawls and woolens with prices under 50 cents on the dollar compared to last season. The promotion highlights deep cuts to clear remaining inventory and attract bargain shoppers.
Leaving the task of supporting the dignity of the profession by charging exorbitant prices for slight services to others, Guiteau will sell Axel Grease, Machine Oil, Patent Medicines and all other goods at prices to defy competition.
The rooms of the Young Men's Library Association are open to subscribers and the public on Wednesday evenings from 7 30 to 9 o clock and on Saturday afternoons from 2 to 6 o'clock. Gro Sileeti, Librarian.
Joseph Rhodes, the popular butcher, resumes business at his old stand 89 Stephenson Street after a short vacating period. He promises the best quality meats in the city and invites old friends to visit his new yet familiar shop.
An old advertisement proclaims Centaur Liniments cure flesh bone and muscle ailments in people and declares White Liniment for humans and Yellow Liniment for horses and other animals, asserting broad effectiveness against sprains burns bites and rheumatic symptoms.
A competent teacher advertises terms for music lessons at 8 dollars for 20 sessions. Address listed as P. O. Box 790.
Picture frames are made to order by Browl's frame shop. Customers are invited to leave their orders at Browl's for personalized framing and artistic touch.
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