Rocal Matters and Local Visits Highlight Illinois City
Local notices report Mr and Mrs Charles Stocking visiting in the city and Mrs W E Boyington visiting friends in Dubuque. The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Illinois meets in Chicago. Hon James Shaw of Mt Carroll, former Illinois House Speaker, was in town. A brakeman, James Bartlett, died in Oregon last week while coupling cars. Griffith vs Hettinger et al ended with the case thrown out. F I B McDowell, former resident, now Springfield labor bureau secretary, visited. A I Wise unveils a handsome new sign by Dan Adamson. The Daily Bulletin lacks its own horn as editors rely on another family member. Construction on Hon C J Fry’s residence on upper Stephenson St progresses. Welcoming Fry family back to Freeport. A bachelor jokes about two lovers and one chair. Rev S A W Jewett to Joliet to take Presiding Elder post. Warm wishes accompany his departure. The First Presbyterian church ladies hosted a successful supper with large attendance and elegant refreshments.
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Zion Church
Marie J. Middleditch
Frank J. Helm
Minneapolis
Minn
R. F. Sweet
Sadie Ifelm
Galena
Chas
A. McNamara
du Puis
Savanna
S. Ielm
Schupp
Chicago
J. S. Helm
Frankie Middleditch
Helm
Grant reception excursion tickets offered at reduced rates
The Chicago and North Western Railway plans heavily discounted excursion tickets for attendees of the Grant reception in Chicago with prices to be announced later. Mrs. E. Keever and Miss Fannie Hazlett to speak at Temperance Hall gospel temperance meeting next Sunday afternoon with music by the Temperance Quartette.
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Chicago & North-Western Railway
Chicago
E. ¥. Keever
Fannie B. Hazlett
Temperance Hall
Temperance Quartette
Welcome Baby and New Pastor Dominate Freeport News
Mr and Mrs D A Knowlton celebrate a baby girl born last Sabbath morn. Rev Washburn, new Embury pastor, drew large crowds with forceful sermons. Zion Church holds All Saints services. Missionary Guild meets Friday. Freeport notes J S Robinson expands his Bridge Street shop. A H Wise moves Ford Rose stock to Kahley Weaver store. Wisconsin Central surveys a potential Freeport branch to connect Chicago lines. Long church parsonage work underway with new fences and furnishings. Post Office State name rule sparks debate over mailing addresses. Delavan fishing trip yields 160 pounds of fish and lively camp kitchen tales. Marie Middleditch weds Frank Helm at Zion Church. reception at her home praised. Temperance Hall hosts a large afternoon concert with Rev Washburn and notable soloists. monthly events planned. Rev Geo T Raymond preaches at Baptist Church.
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A. H. Wise
Ford, Rose & Co
Chicago
Stephenson
Messrs. Kahley & Weaver
Stephenson County Bank
Wise
A. W. Ford
Temperance Hall
Washburn
Embury Methodist Church
Geo. Selby
D. B. Byers
Hart Panteth
J. G. Oyler
Will Sl. Waite
Wilson
J.T. Wilson
P. 8
Lereh
Miss DeFrain
Prof. Selby
Alice Louise Scofield
Miss Burrell
Resolutions of Respect for Major Nase at Mt Carroll meeting
Citizens of Mount Carroll adopt resolutions honoring Hon. Adam Nase who died October 16 1879 in Sterling Illinois while serving as Internal Revenue Collector for Illinois Third District. He is praised as a vigilant public spirit and capable official, a patriot who served in the Civil War and sacrificed for liberty. Condolences to his family. copies to newspapers and district records. James Sitaw, Don R Frazer, Secretaries.
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Mt. Carroll
WieEnreas
Adam Nase
WueEreas
Mount Carroll
Internal Revenue Department
Free Methodist Church Sermons and Meetings
Free Methodist Church will hold regular preaching services at 10 30 p m and 7 p m every Sabbath. Bible study meeting on Wednesday at 7 oclock. General prayer meeting on Friday evening at 7 oclock. A F Frennis is pastor.
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A. F. Frennis
Pastor Preaches on The Christian Idea of Marriage
The Baptist Church pastor will deliver a sermon next Sunday evening titled The Christian Idea of Marriage. The message is expected to focus on sacred vows, family integrity, and religious perspectives on marital unity within the congregation.
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The
Baptist Church
Illness Notice for Mr. Robert Scofield
Mr. Robert Scofield is dangerously ill with brain disease. It is hoped he may speedily recover.
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Robert Scofield
Wedding of J A Barnum and Kate Wolf at Green Iowa
Yesterday morning October 28 1879 at the bride's parents residence in Green Iowa J A Barnum of Green and Miss Kate V Wolf eldest daughter of Geo Wolf were united in marriage by Rev J Giffen The ceremony occurred at seven thirty with a small gathering Afterwards the couple left by 9:25 train for Sterling for a day visit and then to Green to begin their life together Friends in Freeport and vicinity extend congratulations and best wishes for a long prosperous life.
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J. A. Barnum
Green
Iowa
Kate V. Wolf
Geo. Wolf
J. P
J. Giffen
Mrs. Barnum
Sterling
Freeport
Pleasant surprise for Mrs Eli Ellis from Sabbath class
On Friday evening October 10 Florence residents gathered at Mrs Eli Ellis’s home where Miss Ella Fox presented a silver butter dish to honor her. Iris expressed thanks for the class’s respect and the young guests enjoyed games and hospitality. Guests included Ella and Olive Fox, Florence Turneaure, Jennie Kahle, Ella Brace, Della Kane, Lila Quest, Annie and Emma Sheetz, Minnie Goodsell, Cassie Thomas, Josie Newey and many others.
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Eli Ellis
Ella Fox
Iris
Ella
Olive Fox
Florence Turneaure
Jennie Kahle
Ella Brace
Della Kane
Lila Quest
Annie
Emma Sheetz
Minnie Goodsell
Cassie Thomas
Josie Newey
Messrs
Bertice Uphoff
Joseph Cain
Walter Mack
Wesley
Edgar Wilcox
Mrs Ellis Class Scholars Praise Her Teaching Faith
The message from James Quest and fellow scholars speaks of Mrs Ellis as a devoted teacher and faithful servant of Jesus Christ. They note her ability and kindness, guiding some scholars to the cross and hoping many more will be led to the fountain of Jesus blood through her teaching.
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Ton Russell
Charles Love
James Quest
William Kindle
Waddams Voter Fury Over County Convention Nomination
In Waddams residents condemn the Democratic County Convention for nominating L. W. Robey to Supervisor, citing a history of inflated assessments and self interest. The letter notes Robey’s boastful remarks about benefiting his family and mocks his “financier” record, predicting a strong opposition surge in the election. The piece is signed by Ww. Waddams, Oct 1879.
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Waddams
L. W. Robey
A Southern General's Opinion on Civil War Leaders
General Longstreet names Ulysses Grant the greatest Northern general. He lauds Grants concentration and persistence at Vicksburg and Richmond, notes McClellan's engineering limits, Sherman’s lack of great battles, and Grant's unmatched ability to marshal force before striking.
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Gen
Longstreet
Grant
McClellan
Sherman
Vicksburg
Richmond
Burrell Bros Offer Sugars and Coffee Prices
Burrell Bros remain the lowest price leader among competitors for sugars and coffee. Shoppers are urged to call on them before buying elsewhere.
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Burrell Bros
Defiant Call to Preserve Union and Constitution
A derailed political tirade laments Buckeye state struggles and vows no retreat from constitutional rights. The writer rails against “the curse” of nullification, urging vigorous defense of amendments and a fearless, rallying stance, recalling historical figures and a satirical newspaper anecdote.
Piano for sale by owner at Stephenson address
Fragments indicate a piano for sale by a private party at 108 Stephenson Street or nearby. Details are unclear but highlight quality praise and a personal sale listing. No other concrete facts or names are readable.
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Pjerd
Stephenson &T
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Tecumseh, Mich
W. E. Boyington
Dubuque
Grand Commandery of
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State of
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James Shaw
Ilinois
House of Representatives
James Bartlett
Chicago & Iowa Ry
Oregon
Griffith
F. I. B. McDowell
State Bureau of Labor Statistics
Springfield
A. I. Wise
Dan. Adamson
Daily Bulletin
C. J. Fry
Stephenson Street
Mr. Fry
S.A. W. Jewett
D. D
Joliet
First Presbyterian Church
A. Packer
Lena
Frankie Smith
George K. Smith
the Baptist Church
Dr. Cooley
John Barnum
Barnum
Towa
Jacob Teitzman
Ile
Allenian Art Club
M. Ei
D. A. Knowlton
Dexter
Mr. Washburn
Embury Church
Isis
A. KK
J. Knowlton
Grand Pacific
J. S. Robinson
Bridge Street
Wisconsin Central Railroad
Chicago & Northwestern
Illinois Central Railroads
M. E
Post Office Department
New York
N. Y
Delavan
Bidwell
D. I H. Sunderland
John Burrell
Wm. Trembor
W. P. Emmett
Dr. W. W. Hamilton
I. H. Miller
A. Y. Richards
J. IL Porter
J. H. Snyder
Delavan Lake
Tully
W. G. and
W. Barnes
Geo. T. Raymond
Mass
Ife
Cedar Rapids
James Sitaw
Don R. Frazer
Free Methodist Church
Florence
Levi
Okolona
Marten
Wnorristown Herald
Men’s & Boy’s
Cloihit
Merch
Qtine Star Clothing
J. Levi
WM. Stine
Isaac
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