Ingersoll Withdraws From Governorship Race
The Temperance party nominee Ingersoll declines to run for Ohio governor. He argues vital national questions require loyalty to the regular ticket to avoid aiding public enemies and delaying reform. He notes a few hundred votes could shift the balance in a hard-fought canvass, and laments the impact on Ohio and the nation were he to run.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ingersoll
Ohid
Pendleton
Ohio
Bany Eve
Journal
Child learns mercy after crushing a fly
A mother rebukes a girl for enjoying killing flies. The girl, Mary, grows cruel until she contemplates compassion prompted by God loving all creatures. She watches a fly on the window, and then, with tender pity, crushes it gently to comfort a fear she feels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
Newark inventor unveils paslight photography apparatus
A Newark invention promises daylight quality photos under paslight. The device resembles a six by five by six and a half foot Turkish dome with a camera inside. A magnesium wire lamp at the top feeds bright light, allowing the subject to sit inside while a quick flash captures a fine image in under a minute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newark
Tomato Worm Myth Debunked By State Entomologist
A western state's tomato worm death story is challenged by State Entomologist Walch who calls the tale fabrications. He asserts the tomato worm tail horn does not sting humans and carries no poison, making serious harm impossible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walch
Paris Sphinx Child and Curious Dairy Trick Spark Fad
Paris is captivated by a seven year old girl billed as the continent's brightest child, described as fifty centimeters tall and exhibited for the Emperor's amusement. Doctors forecast she will reach two feet in height. A novel method in France involves placing cream in a linen bag buried a foot and a half deep for a day, then grinding and washing to remove buttermilk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Felicia
Paris
Naapoleon
France
Massive Ant Invasion Blocks Highway In New Mexico
A large swarm of black ants crossed the highway between Conecord and London in New Mexico a few days ago. The ants formed two lines across the road, drawing astonished onlookers who estimated the army in the millions. A brutal battle lasted about an hour with both sides biting into their bodies and dying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conecord
London
N. M
Nnce
Fragmentary Civil Rights Rhetoric in a Memphis Dispatch
A clipped excerpt rails against Northern Democrats reacting to a Memphis incident calling for fair treatment of Black citizens. It asserts that Black people are citizens with full rights and cannot be deprived of them, emphasizing an unwavering stance on freedom and equality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ion
Memphis
Iheracy
Plowing with Elephants In Early Manufacturing
The text describes elephants used for plowing with drivers fastened by a waist belt. Assistants guide the handlers as the elephant plows, creating a broad furrow four and a half feet wide and three feet deep while the sun remains overhead.
Regulators Whip Neighbors as Negroes Flee Tennessee Counties
About one hundred African Americans flee Rutherford county and nearby areas near Nashville after bands of white raiders drive them from homes. The same marauders operate in Sumner county, raiding cabins and whipping occupants, as reported in local accounts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville
Rutherford County
Tenn
Sumner County
London rental values estimated for taxation at large total
A poorly parsed item notes London annual taxable rental values around 1 billion dollars. A Cleveland brewer attempted suicide by entering a beer vat. his wife rescued him and saved the beer, leaving the incident as a reported anecdote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Cleveland
Scarcity of water raises milk price in Quaker City
Water shortages drive higher milk costs in Quaker City, impacting local households and dairy suppliers as scarce supply tightens regional markets and prompts price adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quaker City
Local Additions and Improvements Reported on Streets
Mr F Bartlett plans a second story addition to his store on Stephen son street extending to the alley. Mr G McLenihan adds another story to his house on Locnat street near the German School. Dr L A Babcock tears down the rear building on Chicago street and erects a new addition. Illinois Central R R Co begins a stone culvert replacing the washed away structure east of the depot after the summer freshet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Bartlett
Stephenson Street
G. McLenihan
Locnat Street
L. A. Babcock
Chicago Street
Illinois Central
R. R. Co
Fine Estey organ on display at Ford and Wise store
A handsome Estey organ is on exhibition and for sale at Ford and Wise on Stephenson street. It features a full pipe set, two banks of keys, pedal base, and both foot and hand bellows attachments. The firm invites visitors to view and hear it demonstrated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Ford & Wise
Stephenson Street
Estey
Ford& Wise
Plymouth Block Nearing Occupancy in October
The Plymouth Block roof is on and nearly shingled. Stores and possibly offices are expected to be ready for occupancy by October first. A large workforce is urged to push ahead with thorough but expeditious completion.
Patent Granted for Spring Bed Bottom to Winslow Makers
The week ending August 31, 1869 records a patent granted to Messrs. C. Hogeboom and L. Van Vieck of Winslow for a Spring Bed Bottom. The notice notes the county origin and the named inventors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. C. & M. ‘Hogeboom
L. van Vieck
Winslow
Our Family Physician promotion in Chicago market
Advertised as a new medical work for family use published in Chicago by J. B. Goodman & Co. and in Cincinnati by C. F. Veni, sold by subscription. Praised for concise readable content covering Allopathic, Homeopathic, Hydropathic, Eclectic and Herbal methods with multiple treatment options. Over two thousand copies already sold to subscribers in Chicago amid strong demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
J. 8. Goodman & Co
Cincinnati
C. F. Veni
Matter Ag
Prominent local business figure enters solo enterprise
MreS, P. Fra zil er, a well known citizen with ties to the Chicago and North Western Railway and Merchants Union Express, now operates his own busi ness after purchasing L. Stoskolpf’s establishment. He is praised for prompt efficient service and reliability, with a reference to his published card listing top national companies.
Aultman & Co. Sweepstakes Threshing Machines Promotion
Canton Ohio based Aultman and Company touts their sweepstakes threshing machines as first class. W G Barnes & Co agents at 1 & 3 Galena Street offer demonstrations and details to farmers and the agricultural public on suitable implements for fall work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canton
Ohio
W. G. Barnes & Co
Galena Street
Messrs. Barnes & Co
Burglary at Bridge Street Warehouse Reported
A warehouse belonging to Mexsrs. vB, Saith & Go, grain dealers on Bridge Street was broken into. The door of their safe was blown open and about $50 in cash was taken. Local authorities note the incident as part of a string of recent burglaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saith & Go
Erain
Burglary at Bartlett’s Hardware Endangers Night Watchman
A burglar tried to break into Bartlett’s hardware store last Thursday night by entering through the rear after removing a sash. A nearby policeman confronted the thief, who fled after leaping through a glass pane, leaving behind shoes and a comb identified as belonging to a carpenter in town seeking work. The suspect escaped before reinforcements arrived, and the thief wore dress boots next morning as a drayman moved his tool chest to the depot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burchford
Bartlett's
Stephenson
Galena
Bartlett’s
Billy Delhauer
Billy
Brine
Mr. Bartlett
Ayer's Medicines Praised By St Louis Leader
Among Atlantic Cables steam navigation and science progressions of the nineteenth century, Dr Ayer s medicines are highly valued for rapid certain cures. Ayer s Cherry Pectoral cures coughs. Ayer s Sarsaparilla purifies the blood and Ayer s Pills serve as a premier purgative. The publication commends these preparations for protection from disease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Ayer
Ayer
St. Louis
St Bartholomew Anniversary Marks Cold Weather
An old English rhyme ties St Bartholomew to cold dew and early frosts affecting corn. The feast occurs August 21, and the period recalls Bartholomew the apostle, martyred in Armenia. The day also recalls the 1572 Paris massacre where many nobles and others were slain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Bartholomew
Armenia
Paris
Cald Blend
Prissing’s Vinegar Gains Local Praise in Trade
Prissing’s Minggar vinegar earns high local regard as a superior pickle preservative. The maker warrants the product to be fre e from poisons and acids, claiming the largest vinegar works in the United States and rapid gains in city and country trade. Dealers and consumers are urged to choose it for stock replenishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prissing
Ted
Prusging
United States
Plantation Bitters Alleged Cure Reveals Widespread Suffering
A private letter from Plantation Bitters proprietors claims the tonic treats many illnesses and that demand has grown from a single room to a large laboratory. They boast massive daily sales and praise MacNora Water as superior Cologne at half price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plantation Bitters
Fire extinguishing machine wowed spectators near Western Union depot
A demonstration of an improved fire extinguishing device settled a blazing pile of kerosene soaked barrels. The Babcock based machine uses water, soda, and sulfuric acid to generate a ready spray on command. An agency for sale will be established in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tex
Western Union
Babcock
Court House plans eyed by Board of Supervisors
The letter notes that at the forthcoming meeting of the Stephenson County Board of Supervisors plans elevations and cost estimates for a new Court House will be submitted for inspection and examination. It suggests preliminary steps, potential taxation considerations, and aims to replace the current inadequate structure deemed a disgrace to a wealthy Illinois county. The writer anticipates Board action with interest despite some local opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Stephenson Co
Illinois
Board of Supervisors
Wilton to Sell Dry Goods Cheap This Fall
Wilton reports strong buying in August markets for woolen goods enabling low prices. Walton will sell woolens below New York rates today, September 8. Due to a large fall freight shift from New York to Chicago, stock shipped at 88 cents per hundred. Expected largest stock of new dry goods and carpets ever opened in Stephenson County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilton
Walton
New York
Épt
Chicago
Stephenson County
Teachers Institute Opens at Cedarville With Daily Sessions
The Stephenson County Teachers Institute fall session began at Cedarville yesterday at 10 o'clock and runs through the week. Experienced teachers conduct the exercises, with lectures, essays, and discussions in the evenings. A large attendance is expected as teachers prepare for their duties. Teachers should bring essays, the Fifth Reader, Robinsons Intellectual Arithmetic, note paper, and pencils. Cedarville residents warmly host the attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephenson County Teachers Institute
Cedarville
Robinsons
Milwaukee Connections Survey Advances Toward Burlington
A Milwaukee survey party completed the Eagle to Elkhorn route and began a new survey toward Burlington. The route is described as an easy grade and workers favor connecting with the Western Union Road at Burlington, with about ten days to finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Eagle
Elkhorn
Burlington
Burlngton
Jury Panel Drawn for County Circuit Court Session
The Circuit Court panel, presided by Judge Sheldon, was drawn by the Board of Supervisors. For the first week the grand jurors and petit jurors from multiple towns including Freeport, Dakota, Harlem, Erin, West Point, Oneco, Silver Creek, and Lancaster were named. The list for the second week is provided with numerous residents and local officials. The third week list will follow in the next issue.
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Circuit Court
Sheldon
Balittle
Board of Supervisors
Henry Keck
Robert Young
William Fehr
Dakota
Sam. Moist
Fagdb Gable
Kent
Jas
Murray
L. Truckenmiller
Jefferson
William Heard
C. Walkey
Caleb Farley
Harlem
William Bressler
Aaron Wolllford
Martin Bower
Oneco
B.S. Keplinger
Joseph Long
H. G. Hollingsworth
Silver Creek
M. Beam
West Point
B. B. Sumner
Erin
William Cooper
Rock Grove
Augustus ‘Volker
Loran
J. C. Conaty
Waddams
J. F. Ferguson
Sheary
John Brandt
Levi Erwin
Michael] Coleman
Samuel Stout
John Wade
A. McDaniels
Miles Chaney
One
Re Union of 46th Illinois Infantry Held at Freeport
A reunion of the 46th II Vol Infantry is planned at Freeport on September 15. All former members are invited to attend. Those coming from distant locations should notify Captain J. W. Crane in advance to allow for accommodations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
J. W. Crane
Regiment Members Meet at Fry's Hall for Morning Session
A business meeting of regiment members will be held at Fry's Hall at 10 a.m. The afternoon program at County Fair Grounds features a poem reading, speeches, and other activities as agreed. Soldiers from other groups are invited to join. By order of the Committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fry's Hall
County Fair Grounds
Winnesheik Insurance Company Upheld for Soundness
Support Sound Home insurance companies. The Winnesheik Insurance Company of our city presents to the Auditor of the State its official statement and a copy of the Auditor’s certificate. It was the first in the state to comply with the new law and to contribute to its passage. The statement shows a financially sound condition with growing business focused on farm property dwellings and top paying classes, signaling it will be among the country’s leaders in soundness and reputation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnesheik Insurance Company
Winnesheik
Thermometer Record For Week Ending Sept 7 Freeport Journal
Thermometer readings for the week ending September 7 reported by Neff and Babcock druggists of Freeport Illinois. The data covers daily temperatures as recorded by the Freeport Journal team, with figures likely reflecting local conditions for the period. Registered at 85 Stephenson street, Freeport to accompany the periodical report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport Journal
Messrs. Neff & Babcock
Stephenson Street
Freeport
Illinois
Rifle trial marksmen Laird and Wahler at 285 yards
In a recent rifle trial at 285 yards Messrs Laird and Wahler posted notable strings. Laird achieved a two inch string while Wahler made a thirty one inch string. The target is visible at Mr Pelck's gun shop and the rifle used weighed ten pounds with globe sight.
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Laird and
Wahler
Laird
Sharp street vendor hawks knife sharpeners at fifty cents
A strange gentleman sold knife sharpeners on street corners last week at fifty cents each. The brisk trade involved buyers also being taken in by the vendor and his sales pitch.
Camp Meeting At Leichhart Grounds
Under the direction of the Free Methodist Church a camp meeting will be held on the grounds owned by J. T Leichhart seven miles west of the city. The event begins Wednesday next the 15th and all are cordially invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Free Methodist Church
J. T Leichhart
North Western Railway Reports Strong Growth in 10th Annual
From the tenth annual report the North Western Railway shows 1156 miles in operation and a net income increase of 10 percent over the prior year. The Galena division earned 4,622,805 78 with expenses of 2,353,008 01, leaving a profit of 2,260,398 47, the most profitable among six divisions in operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galena
Real Estate Sales for August In Freeport Lena
Transactions reported by Mesara Taylor and As pinwallin list entries from Freeport and Lena. Names include Charles Wolf to John Strehm for lot 4 block 1 Freeport at 1800 dollars and Emanuel Witter to A. Newton for lots 2 and 9 block 52 Freeport at 8000 dollars. Other transfers show buyers and prices in Freeport Lena and related blocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesara Taylor & Aspinwallin
Charles Wolf
John Strehm
Freeport
Henry Webser
J. L. Wilkingon
A. M. Dixon
Leet & Hall
Lena
Wright & Green
A. W. Ford
Knowlton
Emanuel Witter
A. Newton
Bloc
Laura Carter
J. K.P. Flemming
Ploock
County Assessment Increases in Springfield Dispatch
Springfield dispatch reports the county assessment returned to the State Auditor last Friday at 4,175,712 dollars. This shows an increase of 245,623 dollars from 1868 and a decrease of 1,365,112 dollars from the equalized value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Dedication of Bellevue Lutheran Church Planned
A new church built by the Re formed Societies at Bellevue will be dedicated on Sunday September 10 with Rev Van Derlas and Rev Schock officiating. Ministers from abroad will attend the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lutheran ‘Reformed
Bellevue
Mr. van Derlas
Mr. Schock
Lena
Prohibition Party Holds Nomination Convention And Platform
A late 19th or mid 20th century report details a Prohibition Party convention with a three member nominating committee and several named candidates for county offices. The platform denounces liquor traffic, endorses National Prohibition, and pledges support for anti alcohol legislation. Delegates and officers included C. H. Nipaw, Giles Turneaure, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decordanica
Giles ‘Tarneatirs
L. Pi Flansburg
Les Parnon
Tor
Tong Hom Sehoot Commissionens
Fiya
Deppen Sheldon
Best
Ling
Chicago
National Prohibition Party
jAfter
Actie
C. H. Nippaw
Lena Items From The Musical Convention And Town News
The Musical Convention under Prof E D Leland opened at 10 o clock with crowd from Warren Nora Howardsville and nearby areas attending. It has been successful so far with a grand concert planned Friday evening. Mr R Snider is building a frame dwelling on Lena street opposite the Baptist church. Grain movement and business revive. Fall term of Lens Schools begins September 18 with Miss Mary Rust and others as teachers and grade changes noted. Gen Chas Waite of Sycamore buys local drug stock and will move it to a larger building after Waite finalizes additions opposite the Star office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. D. Leland
Baptist Church
Warren
Nora
Howardsville
R. Snider
Lena
Lens
Mary Rust
Mjtag Blige
Emma Bliss
Conaty
Magile Sage
Asaistopt
Chas
Waite
Sycamore
Ueetd
John
Stu
Star
Fini i Waite
Stephenson County soldiers 4 progress on foundation
The Stephenson County soldiers 4 project has begun and foundation work is underway. Fund subscribers are urged to continue payments to support timely progress, with renewed appeals for those who have not yet subscribed. Readers will be updated on ongoing progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephenson County Soldiers 4
Sward
Kke
Beloit Sabbath School excursion to Savangar ride earns funds
An excursion party of about 500 from Beloit, organized by the Sabbath School, traveled through here on the Western pioneer route by Thursday. They rode to Savangar on the Mississippi. The gross proceeds were about $5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beloit
Savangar
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Plymouth
C. Aultman & Co
Minggar
MacNorra Warer
Cologne
Halftie Purtoe
Teachers Institute
Milwaukee Connectins
R. R
Giles “Turneaure
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