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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1867
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR text presents a garbled medieval style line about chief figures and faith, with unclear attribution or context. The readable portion hints at a rough proverb or chant about priests or leaders and belief, but lacks concrete facts, names, or events to summarize definitively.
Wednesday's Daily notes several merchants are already making fall and winter purchases after excellent crops. Wm Walton and Isaac Stine are among early buyers, with others to depart soon. Industry leaders predict brisk fall trade and crops easing financial stringency by boosting collections and purchases.
G W Peppon Recording Secretary extends a complimentary card for the seventh annual Warren fair to be held Tuesday to Friday September 10 to 13 1867. We shall endeavor to attend and visit the fair.
A circulating rumor suggests Western Union Telegraph may cut message tariffs by fifty percent soon. The move is thought to precede the opening of a competing line being built westward from New York, with poles already dispatched along the route.
Our farmers are deeply engaged in crop securing and have not appeared in town for three weeks. This suggests a brighter period ahead once harvests are gathered. The weather has been pleasant and favorable for their work.
From Thursdays Daily Frunonrt Aug 28 1867 Epiron Journda: A rumor of Henry Ohl's death in Pennsylvania is refuted by a letter dated August 26 stating his health is better than in years. The writer Jesse W ConneLivus signs the notice, informing friends of the correction.
The article urges every individual to attend the County Fair and exhibit. It notes broader participation and stronger determination among residents, promising excellent display space and better accommodations than ever before.
George Putnam announces the revival of Putnam's Magazine on January 1 with a plan similar to the original. The new publication will pursue a broad nationality and cover politics society art science and literature while showcasing leading authors.
Officer Salada while returning from the Western Union depot found two boys carrying a box toward the river. The youths fled, leaving the box with tools inside a mower and reaper set from Thompson Co of Rockford. The box is kept at the office for owner claim with proof of property and fees.
At Amity Lodge No 662 meeting on August 21 1807 the death of Past Worthy Chief Templar Joseph R Scroggs is mourned. Resolutions praise his service, express condolences to his family, pledge a memorial 30 day mourning and request minutes and city publication of the tribute.
Mégsrs Haas & Koehler consolidate their stock of horses and rig gear. They have established headquarters in the brick barn formerly used by Mr Maas on Moethanic Street. If you want a rig, call and see them.
The latest issue states the Bulletin will be published under the supervision of Mr Johnson who has served as foreman in the office for some time. This marks a change in management and suggests continuity in leadership.
At dusk yesterday a boy named Ed Simpson was caught robbing Mr Currier’s wagon and jailed. He is identified as the same youth who recently robbed Mord and Wise’s jewelry store.
Sly Grain, Register, notes eleven voluntary bankruptcy cages on the district docket with four from Ogle, two from Stephenson, three from Whiteside, and two from Jo Davies counties. Nine months remain for discharge. assets must pay 50 cents on the dollar or creditors must consent.
Yesterday morning a wagon owned by Mr EF Parke of Foreston ran away on the State Road near Exchange street, tumbling into Kenegy Debater's democrat after striking a pile of stones. Mrs Parke and a child were severely bruised, while Mr Parke and others sustained injuries. Dr Prentice narrowly escaped harm.
Early hour fire alarm traced to residence of James Kelley section foreman on Western Union Road near Monterey Street. Fire quickly extinguished after officer Salida warned, preventing greater loss or danger to occupants.
Fragmentary letter describes keeping chickens ducks and plover for fresh meat and going in small parties of four to eight to avoid danger. Mentions Buftaté or Abitétope and traveling four or five miles. sender signs off with warm regards and asks to remember them to all and write directly as before.
J O Wait resigns as telegraph office manager. Otto Miller appointed. Walt resigns after being named superintendent of the W A R Telegraph line. A letter from Rothschild Bros agent offers the city a loan, cloaked in mystery. New steam fire engine arrives, to be tested tomorrow and may be accepted. Dexter Park trotting meet opens, with Chicago and Northwestern offering round trip tickets at 7.80 dollars during the fair.
A Saturday street rumor claims a lightning strike damaged the new Forseton brick school house, with corn nearby prostrated. No reliable information has been confirmed. The school is led by Mr H H Upp of the city.
A large crowd gathered at the camp meeting grounds with over ten thousand present. No services were held at local Methodist churches as trains and carriages served attendees. Rev. R. A. Blanchard presided while Revs. F. A. Reed and W. C. Willing spoke. The gathering continues through Tuesday.
The Lena Star notes weekly shipments from Lena station totaling 20 000 bushels oats 7 000 wheat and 3 000 rye. It covers temperance lectures by Dr Ross of Dover Illinois and a gala fourth of July like Freeport Turnverein anniversary with parades concerts and remarks by the mayor.
The article notes a settlement in 1825 by Dr Béeldya and discusses physical culture as essential for students and professionals. It mentions Turners promoting systematic physical training in public schools, aiming for wide adoption, with national enthusiasm. Festivities at the Garden close today, followed by a grand ball at Fry's Hall with decorated venues and banners for participating organizations. Also mentions clothing ads and a lightning-struck school house three miles west of Foreston, clarifying it was not the Foreston brick school.
The first issue under new editors drops the hydra head feature and opens well. A private company letter is withheld after mature deliberation, with no direct personal accusations but hints aimed at unnamed parties, prompting caution.
Mr and Mrs DeForest bring home their youngest child’s body from Mackinaw who died there last Wednesday. Funeral set for this afternoon at four. Friends extend sympathy. The steam fire engine will be tested at ten o’clock before the Common Council, then may be owned by the city. The Bergman Kirk livery barn houses engine and hose cart and attracted attention. The Tran Verein annual celebration proceeded with a well staged ball at Fry’s Hall, oak leaves and grape vines decor, with social societies named on cards. Music pleased attendees and dancing continued with much enjoyment. Prize winners from burning contests listed with a long row of names including Kuntz, Freitag, Miller, Molter, Knecht, Germann, Shuler, Beckar, and Miller. Congrats to Turnverein for festival success.
The American Journal of Horticulture published by J J Tilton Co Boston is praised for its neat typography, luxurious contents, and numerous illustrations. Burgess Truesdell of Rockford contributes a readable piece on Prairie Flowers, with practical articles for amateurs and professionals, all offered at a modest price.
A notice states the Freeport Steam Thre Engltis Co No 1 will host a ball at Ivy's Hall next Monday evening with full details promised tomorrow. Also mentioned is a forthcoming visit by General Dorn blazer, warden of Joliet Penitentiary, who is a city resident.
Rain held off as soldiers prepare for a reunion of the 92d at Polo. G. W. Cooper’s warehouse hosts the social event with badges issued by company officers. Gen. Atkins to give a brief history of the 92d. officers and cavalry units listed for attendance. A detailed report will be provided if possible.
At the Rockford Horse Fair on Thursday the top premium for gentlemen’s readers went to Mr. J. B. Kenegy of this city for his horse Honest Abe in the six-entry class. The amount of the premium was $40.
September 25 price list shows Wheat at 1.10 to 1.20 per unit, Oats 30 cents, Corn shelled 60 to 70 cents, Barley 75 to 80 cents, Rye 10 cents, Wool coarse 23 cents, medium 2 cents, fine 30 cents, tub washed 32 cents, Flour 13 to 16 dollars per barrel, Butter 15 to 16 cents per pound, Eggs 10 cents per dozen, Lard 0 cents, Rags 2 to 3 cents at the office.
Corrected weekly by White Rowell & Co ads show lumber prices and stock for common boards joists and timber lengths from 12 to 24 feet. It lists flooring siding clear boards and shingles with per thousand or per hundred measurements and miscellaneous items like lath and pickets along with street corner address details.
Chicago market report shows modest activity in flour and quiet provisions. Wheat remains very active with mixed price quotes, oats close lower, rye steady, barley up, with receipts across flour wheat corn oats rye and barley totaling large bushels and pounds. wool market described as fairly active and steady with Minnesota fleece prices listed.
Chicago live stock market reports light hog receipts with few sales this morning near Saturday prices. Only gh butchers purchased. tailings and scale wag leftovers from last week. Quotations remain mostly unchanged.
Market generally dull with speculative mood. Flour prices unchanged. Wheat sales light with ranges around 1.55 to 1.60 for spring and 2.20 to 2.30 for white. Red wheat 2.10 to 2.25. Yellow corn light with white at 1.08 to 1.10 and 1.05 to 1.08 for yellow. Oats firm with steady rates. Barley no sales at 1.15. Potatoes in active demand with prices 3.30 to 8.60. Mess pork 24.40, shoulders 13.8, lard unclear.
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