Court dockets show numerous forfeitures and continuances
The People v Vander and several other civil actions list recognizance forfeitures and dismissals. Many cases show continuances by consent, decrees and judgments by default, with costs awarded to plaintiffs or defendants. Venue changes and stay orders appear, along with numerous stricken dockets and dismissals for want of prosecution. Key entities include Vander, Hess, Stallman, Rebet, Foster, Cahill, Wilson, Coltman, Mower, Goddard, and Racine & M.R.R. Co. with multiple party names and court actions through 1869.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoples
People
Joseph Vander
Alexander & Andrety Hess
Wm. Stallman
John and
Polly Rebet
Aldistinjent Dinshed
Law
Edward Hiller
Edward Foster
Michael Cahill
James Wilson
Brayley
John W. Ford
Wm. Krahmer
Ernest Stuck
Alferd Berg
Henry Billker
F. W.S. Brawley
Oring
Mitchell
Catharine Moeller
Ernest Stock
Michael Kahl
Wm. Dawson
Wm. Heenan
Stephen Rigney
John Fair
Levi Denton
Andrew H. Stahl
James Hennershetts
George Liebhart
Michael Liebhart
Cornelius Furst
Nelson H. Eaton
John M. Becker
Zack, Myers
Wm. E. Doggett
Daniel R. Rubendall
Thomas’ J. Turner
George
Stanley
Joseph Cramer
Jacob J
Meyers
Hannah D
Childs
BR. H
Gettery
John A. Templeton
Getteray
E. R. McDowell
John Ilgen
Flint & Ayer
John Klapp
Albert Bliss, Jr
Admins
John C. Otis
Henry Story
Reubert
Millét Vagrano
Miller
Levi W. Keith Va
John W. Humphrey
John
Duclos
Vererarda Duclos
Munn
Oscar
Vas Chas
K. D Udal
Fromm
Ecg
J. A. Crash
Admt
Richard H. McGoon
Henry C. Cox
Heny
Levi J. Mabie
Adam Wilson
Bill
Robert G. T. McGhee
Joseph M. Bailey
Jacob Reigard
Frederick Stahl
Joseph R. Shdlly
A.J
Nickerson Real
Jacob. Mayer
Susannah Schlott
Lewis Ilgen
Mary Ilgen
Wm. Linsley
Helen Linsley
Paulina Weik
Edward Weik
Fire destroys Lena stable. two horses perish
A noon Tuesday fire in Mr. W. D. Clark’s Lena stable, behind his home on North Railroad Street, totally consumed the building. Two horses died. Cause traced to boys playing with matches. Clark admits accidentally starting hay blaze but did not sound alarm. Fire whipped by excited winds. residents helped contain fire, saving nearby structures. Clark’s loss about $500 with no insurance. Hursey’s loss minor. Plus Lena grain shipment totals for July and August 1869 and obituary notice for Afra Joanna Goddard, 70.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D Clark
Lena
Debt collection appeal urged in hard times message
A local money lender urges business people with outstanding accounts to pay promptly, calling this one of the hardest years for collections. The speaker notes that even small payments can clear many debts quickly when started, and emphasizes the need for endorsed, prompt settlements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Humber
Constitution Bitters Proclaimed Effective Remedy
Daily reports emphasize Constitution Bitters as a lasting cure for liver inactivity and irregular bowels accompanied by low mood. Advertised as the sure relief for melancholic sufferers, the remedy is praised as the needed treatment.
Lane Farm Prosperity Highlighted in Franklin County Reporter
A clipped feature from the Franklin County Iowa Reporter describes the farm and management of Mr. L. D. Lane, formerly a county resident. Friends in the area will be pleased by the report of Lane’s evident success and prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. D. Lane
Franklin County
Iowa
Lane
Insurance pitch for North American of New York firm
An advertisement urges readers to insure with reliable firms and to contact Mr 8B L Porter to hear about North American of New York, described as one of the oldest and best companies in the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
8B. L. Porter
New York
Fresh Stock Of Boots And Shoes Opens In Freeport
A large and finest assortment of boots and shoes debuts in Freeport at J J McNamara's Cal and HOG stores, inviting shoppers to explore the expanded lineup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
McNamara's
Cal
Burglary prompts call for tougher police measures
A local burglary case highlights organized thefts in the area with eight dollars and a coat taken from a business. The writer urges re doubled police vigilance or a merchants' police force to protect the business district, noting the small force and low pay compared to workload.
Exchange policy notes Arkansas Gazette adoption
A Freeport Journal notice explains exchange limits, noting most papers are worthless for local readers. An exception is Arkansas Gazette from Little Rock, now in its fiftieth year, praised for strong editorial and local departments. Subscriptions offered at 3 dollars for both papers, payable in advance. Gazette’s Grand Secretary is Mr. Blocher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
Blocher
Arkansas Gazette
Little Rock
Arkansas
Gazette
Grand Lodge
A. F. and
A. M
County Fair Hopes For Success Despite Rainy Start
The Fifteenth Annual Fair opens after a wet first day with forecasts of clearing skies. Officers report grounds prepped by W. T. Marshall and workers as preparations continue to ensure comfort and enjoyment for attendees. The fair aims to educate and foster neighborly exchange, expecting to surpass previous years in turnout and value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. T
Marshall
Snch
County Assessment for Stephenson County 1869
The county owes thanks to Mr George Thompson, County Clerk, for the 1869 assessment of Stephenson County. The basis uses one fifth of actual property values across towns. Record details indicate indebtedness to the clerk for this statement of assessment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Thompson
Stephenson County
The Lightning Calculator Orton Returns for the Fair
The Lightning Calculator Orton, who visited our city before, is again in town for the Fair. He offers free instructions on his method, and sells a small book on the subject to curious buyers. He solves difficult problems rapidly and enjoys being challenged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orton
Plantashun Biturz and the Post Office Blues in 1860s dialect
A fragmented reminiscence in rural speech recounts Plantashun Biturz, a cheeky plantation myth, and a post office saga. The tale blends memory of a summered life, characters like the Nasby priest and Dorcas, and a note on Manona Water as a Cologne rival.
Local Notes On Town Visitors And Clergy
Personal items describe visits by John A. Clark and Rev. W J Johnstone. Zion church and Second Presbyterian reflect absences and pulpit duties. Humorous aside jokes about Nort Field, Racine reports and sock thefts spark local chatter, with editorial tone predicting ongoing knightly pen battles in print.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A. Clark
Freeport
W. J. Johnstone
Zion Church
Minnesota
N. F. Prentice
Geo. Elliott
Second Presbyterian Church
Gillett
Chicago
Gillett & Vernon
Wm. Bartlett
2Nd Congregational
Rockford
Nort
Troupe Warns of Impending Amateur Minstrel Outbreak
The juvenile group is described as a barely groomed minstrel troupe and witnesses urge villagers to brace for a forthcoming performance seen as meritorious and soon to occur.
Time table and advertising clock cards pitched locally
Chicago firms Cotes and Eddy promote a novel dual purpose time table at hotels, depots, and post offices. The printed dial cards show train departure times with hands set from the back, framed and hung for public use, while unused space carries advertisements from leading local businesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Cotes & Eddy
Chicago
Petit Jury list for September Term third week
The Board of Supervisors last annual meeting drew the Petit Jurors for the third week of the September Term. Names include Nathaniel Blackmore Stephen Seeley Peter Wolf from Rock Run and others across Ridott Lancaster Freeport West Point Kent Harlem Erin Oneco Dakota and Silver Creek with further names listed in the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Supervisors
Nathaniel Blackmore
Stephen Seeley
Peter Wolf
Rock Run
L. D. Gitchell
G. H. Judd
Ridott
J. F. McKibben
Benj. Snyder
Tobias Engle
Frederick Clump
Lancaster
Henry Settley
Isaac Maas
Freeport
E. T. Perry
West Point
Daniel Brown
Williams
Kent
W. Bentley
Philip Dinges
Harlem
Walter Stone
Winslow
A.J. Reese
Erin
I. C. Dorn
Philander Rathbone
Samuel Wise
Israel Miller
Oneco
Adam Wheeland
Dakota
Christopher Bennet
Silver Creek
Tragic Circus Trapeze Performer Dies After Fall
A young gymnast with significant skill left a secure job to join Johnson Cos circus as a trapeze performer. Despite parental opposition and a prior recovery from a fall, he continued performing and died after a 20 foot fall during a double trapeze act. Remains brought home for burial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson’ & Co
Billy
Cherry Valley
Johnson
Runaway Horses Loose on Carroll and Stephenson Streets
A lumber wagon team on Carroll Street caused a scatter of lumber after frightening horses. On Stephenson Street a tied team bolted from Roche’s store, smashing crockery at Little’s, damaging Express Company trucks and railing before stopping near the depot. no injuries reported as the owner settled with Little for damages and arranged wagon repairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll Street
Stephenson Street
Roche
Hettinger
Chas. H. Little
Howard House
Express Company
Little
Struck Rock at Soldiers Monument foundation progress
Workmen excavating the foundation for the Soldiers Monument on the Court House square struck rock thirteen feet below the surface last Wednesday. Masons are laying the stone and the foundation is advancing quickly as funds remain tight. Treasurers Atkins and Young report strong subscription activity, urging timely payments to avoid delays and to have subscribers' names included in the cornerstone roll for posterity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House Square
Messrs. Atkins and Young
Association
New Stone Crosswalk Lays Busy Week at Stephenson Chicago
Under Street Commissioner McLaughlin supervision workmen have laid a substantial stone crosswalk at the Stephenson and Chicago streets intersection from Stine's to Tarbox corner. The piece argues for city funding to keep the crosswalk clean in muddy weather, noting durability over plank paths and calling for adoption and maintenance provisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McLaughblin
Stephenson and
Chicago Streets
Stine's
Tarbox Corner
Sudden Death Claims Samuel Gilbert in 1869
The Bulletin reports on Wednesday morning September 8 1869 Samuel Gilbert about 22 died unexpectedly after a short illness while at his relative Mr Jacob Gilbert’s yard. He had been employed by Messrs Middleditch and Potter and had been ill for some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Gilbert
Jacob Gilbert
Gilbert
Messrs. Middleditch & Potter
Horticultural Society Officials Visit Freeport
The Interim Committee of the State Horticultural Society with Dr Hull Prof Turney Dr Spalding of St Louis and other horticultural gentlemen will visit Freeport on the 16th. They plan to reach the city the morning of that day to tour the orchards and vineyards in the area and later meet local fruit growers for a discussion of pressing topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ads
State Horticultural Society
Hull
Turney
Spalding
St. Louis
Stine and Brys clothing firm renovates with new stock
The Stine and Bry Clothing Company on Chicago and Stephenson streets, long a city landmark, has reopened with a large assortment of fall and winter goods. The firm promises low purchase figures allow cheaper resale than ever, urging customers to renew outfits while prices are favorable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TénnoBtlné
Sity
Stine and Bry
Mammoth
Chicago
Stephenson
Stine
Fall Stock Of Beautiful Wall Papery Jug Broad's
A brief notice notes fall stock at Broad's featuring wall paper patterns and decorative jugs. No clear dates or prices provided in the fragment.
Reunion plans for veterans in this city and next meeting
A message urges a 40th M. V. V. reunion in the city and a 45th Ill. V. V. gathering on the 2nd, noting many already gave freely while some have not yet had a chance to contribute. It proposes circulating a subscription among those comrades to solicit generous support for the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ill. V. V. Ig
Horse race draw ends in dispute for $40 purse
On Saturday between R. Donnelly's Democrat and H. L. Houghton's Be at the Fair Grounds a purse of $40 was contested in a draw. Each horse won 4 heats, the third heat prompted some dispute that led the referee to decide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Donnelly
H. L. Houghton
The Bright Side monthly issue reviewed in 1890s ad copy
A brief note praises The Bright Side monthly for its pretty app, attractive contents and low price per year. The blurb highlights the magazine as a desirable purchase for young folks, calling Alden arm publishers in Chicago Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alden Arm
Lishers
Chicago
Adventurous weekly paper offers early subscript deal
A Philadelphia firm promotes a weekly paper with new subscribers. It offers October to December issues free for 1870 if subscribed by October first. Price is 2.50 per year. four numbers postpaid cost six cents. Send subs to Terson & Co 316 Wall Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Numbrs
Addresterson & Co
Wall Street
Philadelpht
Tarbox billiard hall expands with new tables
Mr Dixon proprietor of the Billard Hall in Tarbox adds four pocket Kavanagh and Decker tables to his accommodations. The city now hosts eighteen billiard tables in public halls including Jenny Lind tables, suggesting strong local demand for game tables.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dixon
Billard
Tarbox
Kavanagh & Decker
Jenny Lind
The Estey Jubilant Organ for Sale
An advertisement touts the Estey Jubilant Organ as a wonderful instrument poised to revolutionize organ manufacture and melodies. The copy urges readers to see and hear one of these fine instruments, with a disposal note indicating sales details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estey
Bo Bee
Picnic recall at Rhinehart's School and Sciota Mills
A fragment notes a picnic event held last Saturday at Rhinehart's School and a gathering of citizens at Sciota Mills on Friday. The brief mentions a party and local participation, with uncertain details due to damaged text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhinehart
Sciota Mills
Artful Silver Ore Exhibit Spurs White Pine Mining Interest
The report notes Mr Aaron's Wolf displaying a specimen of art carved from silver ore from White Pine. It mentions a mining company organized in the city and developing minor sources in the White Pine region, reflecting growing attention to ore sources and local artistry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aaron’ Wolf
New Officers for Fire Engine Company Named
The Fire Engine Company announces new officers chosen at their Monday meeting. Wm H Musser serves as chief or captain with 1st assistant Lighthart, assistant Tyrn, and treasurer Thos Sweet. Other posts include secretary George Melgs and stewards J E Brown and Ed Dryer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oficeré
Forems
Laughlin
Mindeot
Dryer
E Lighthart
Tyrn
Thos
Melgs
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Circuit
Chancery
Warren R. Fellows
Racine & M.R.R. Co
Royal J. Mitchell
Racine
Grant B. Andrews
M. R.R. Co
Thomas
Ruddoc
Costa
Tena
Tinois
Afra
Joanna Goddard
John Goddard
M. Weaver
Conway & Merling
Ih Co
Constitution Bitters
Tipraon
Florence
Rock Ruy, 7 1 66,16 245,200 Leneaten
Jarier
Weat Point
Waddams
Buckeye
Akota
Rock Grove
Wlasiny
Mawamiea Flats
Edd
A. Powe
Callasayya
S.T
Plantashun
Sufrin
Shaiken
The
Petit Jury
Aculaaysserssreen
Valle
Mr Ow
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