Scarlet fever and local notices in Pecatonica 1882
The Caner case jury disagreed after two hours. Irene Knecht’s barber shop moves next week to lower Stephenson street. Pecatonica faces rising scarlet fever. County Superintendent A A Krape will hold a teachers’ exam at Orangeville on April Sth. Drs. Darling and Tuckley amputated a leg for Miss Helen Barter of Elry, the patient dying slowly. Mrs. Bollanger on Clark Avenue fractured a limb. Ladies Christian Temperance Union meets at 3 PM Friday. Baptist youth prepare an April 12 program with music and recitations. Samuel Guosaul visits Lena’s hotel, plans improvements. New York clothing house reopens for business. Mrs. M M McCall rents part of Perking house on Galena Avenue. Eilert underwent successful strangulated hernia surgery. Excursion to Ackley via Illinois Central passes Freeport. three extra coaches attached. Mark T. Haskell dies in Chicago from scarlet fever. Winds Central Ry Co reportedly planning a new depot. Panorama “Bupyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress” at Baptist Church with 56 scenes runs today. admission 25 cents adults, 15 cents under 12. Grand Jury reports jail clean and well cared for. vote straight Republican at city election. Democratic ticket listed for city and township offices. A valuable old gold watch with ornate enamel set left in a store window near Freeport. description noted. Prang & Co Easter cards praised. artists include Moran and others. Consolidation forms Chicago Freeport & St Paul Railroad Company. officers elected. line from Chicago to St Paul planned.
Circuit Court News and a West Point Wedding 1882
The Circuit Court met last Monday with Judge Brown. Henry Cook and Thomas Jones pleaded guilty to larceny and burglary respectively, each sentenced to one year in the penitentiary. Jacob Walhizer, Geo. Sheckler, Levi Fisher charged with carrying concealed weapons, with fines and costs paid. Geo. Doersam bound over for liquor without license. A social gathering at J. H. Gamber’s residence on Wednesday March 22, 1882 celebrated the marriage of his youngest daughter Florence Richart to Crolen Richart of West Point. Rev. KR. A. Harwood officiated. Guests enjoyed a serenade from Winslow band, cake, and a lively reception. the couple to reside with the groom’s father, George Richart, Esq., and extend fond wishes for future happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Brown
Henry Cook
Thomas Jones
Jacob Walhizer
Geo. Sheckler
Levi Fisher
Geo. Doersam
J. H Gamber
Eny
Ids Florence
Crolen Richart
West Point
KR. A. Harwood
Winslow Band
George Richart
Mr Peters Leaves Stephenson County For Fort Scott Life
The gentleman named Peters, after nearly thirty years in Stephenson County, heads to Fort Scott Kangis to live with his children. Born October 2, 1816 in Centre County, Pa, he moved to Indiana as a youth, then to Stephenson County in 1853. He served as County Surveyor twice, Notary Public sixteen years, Justice of the Peace twelve years, and held other trusted roles, earning a reputation for integrity. At almost seventy, he leaves active duties to enjoy peace and retirement, carrying many good wishes from friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wu. Peters
Stephenson County
Fort Scott
Kangis
Peters
Mr. Peters
Centre County
Indiana
Presbyterian Church
Pennsylvania
Real estate transfers list from Freeport and nearby towns
A ledger of land deals dated March 30 1682 records multiple transfers in Freeport Lena Buckeye and surrounding areas. Names include J J Heming to Martin Clancy Michael preg Be and others. Parcels span 14 to 40 acres with prices from 600 to 7600 dollars.
Real estate transfers listed in Freeport register
W and EB Dykeman transfer lots 21 and 22 Campbell's add Freeport for 800 dollars. Sussn Parker to If 8 Emrick for 6 Clark's add Freeport for 1525. Reuben Babb to Philip Horphtck 288 a 2 8 and 4 26 6 Loran 811400. Jacob Burbridge to Elizabeth Koleman section 12 28 5 eter West Point for 7026. Heirs Fred'k Glork to Anthony Dole ne 11 28 5 160 acres West Point for 6500. Anthony Dole to Philip Schéemelgw ud ne 11 28 6 West Point for 8600. TAYLOR & BON Conveyancers Abstracters of Title Loan Brokers and Underwriters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EB. Dykeman
Frank Chollett
Campbell
Freeport
Sussn Parker
Emrick
Clark
Reuben Babb
Philip Horphtck
Loran
Jacob Burbridge
Elizabeth Koleman
Eter
West Point
Fred’k Glork
Anthony Dole
Weal Point
Philip Schéemelgw
Taylor & Bon
Local Notables Visit Cedarville and Surrounding Nears
A slate of visitors and residents traveling for business and leisure includes Mrs J Bengon departing for Chicago to shop, Mrs David Burrell visiting her son in Dubuque, Mrs J L Martindale of Wisconsin visiting Cedarville, and Mr W S Benson with George C Fry and five daughters from Chicago calling on friends. Dr J C da Meage resumes medical study, Bat Gr Com members visit Galesburg, Rev N W Weermans and Mrs H B Dogar travel for church and trade activities, with local merchants Bolender and Read reporting strong business and arrivals of new stock. J H Addams and her mother Cedarville residents return from Philadelphia with Nellie Stewart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Bengon
Chicago
David Burrell
Dubuque
D. J. Burrell
J. L Martindale
Maevie
Wis
H. J. Porter
Mir. W
Benson
Warren
George C. Fry
J. C. da Meage
Mease
B. St. Buckley
Bat. Gr
Amboy
H. B. Dogar
Hl. H. Bolender
Stock Grove
Ile
F. A. Read, Jr
Seeley & Read
New York
Charles Murray
Galena
John Hickey
Crandall
J. H. Addams
Cedarville
Philadelphia
Nellie Stewart
Township Election Approaches With Republican Ballot
Citizens are urged to vote in the township election on Tuesday selecting Republican nominees. The advisory stresses civic participation and party alignment in local races.
Noted wedding at D Wentzel residence in March
From Pavia to the Editor of the Freeport Republican a marriage between D Brown principal of the high school and Miss Savilla Wentzel is announced with best wishes. Other notes mention Dr J M Harcell's trip to Kansas, a new butcher Henry Ritzeman planning to start a business, and several local deaths in Nebraska and Seward County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pavia
Freeport Repuolican
D. Wentzel
D. Brown
Henry Ritzeman
Orangeville
Adam Becker
Henry
Seward County
Neb
W. C. Mincer
Oid
Chas, Shively
Nebraska
Spring Retail Prep and Local News Update
Spring brings merchant focus to stock spring styles while schools close for a two week break. Notable events include Lerna social doings with Beloit College student Gao visiting, Grimes delivering temperance lectures, Gibbler Bros. Concert Troupe at the Opera House, and a Lena Musicale session planning a Longfellow tribute. County Lodge I, O G T meets April 6–7 with Hon. J B Finch anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. M
M. A. Herrick
Rockford
Shannon
Newton
Rhode Island
L. D. Miller
Forreston
Lena
Robert Little
Freeport
Frank Lohr
Mesars, Musser & Howcarde
F. M. Edwards
John Alberts
G. T
J. B. Finch
Lena Musicale
Liggett
Blanton
Henry W. Longfellow
Chicago
Ith
School Fund Distribution in Stephenson County 1882
The County Superintendent of Schools will distribute 11,672.85 to Stephenson County townships for 1882. Township 26 Range 6 details appear, with A A. Krare referenced. An excursion to Le Mars Iowa is slated for April 18 1882, fare 10 dollars round trip, tickets valid 60 days, with Bi H Foy as district agent in Freeport Illinois. Stansbury's fresh Baltimore oysters are advertised as best, sold by Barrett Bros in Freeport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephenson County
Schhool
le Mars
Iowa
Bi. H. Foy
Freeport
Stansbury
Baltimore
Barrett Bros
Golden Wedding Anniversary of Mr and Mrs George Raymer
The Golden Wedding celebration at Rock City marked by a bounteous feast and the presentation of gold spectacles to the couple by Rev. Klein knecht on behalf of their children. Eleven living children and thirty-one grandchildren attended. The Rays, born in Alsace, settled in Stephenson county in 1845, with Mr. Raymer serving as Justice of the Peace in Rock Run.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Raymer
Rock City
Kleinknecht
Raymer
Rock City Brass Ind
Alsace
France
America
Pennsylvania
Stephenson County
Rayner
Rock Run
United States
Brangellon
Prophets Chamber
Ruymer
CarpetsLargest city line new carpet sale
Maynard showcases the largest carpet line in the city with attention to choice designs patterns and value for money. Call to examine goods and prices during the thirty day period. Also promotions for photography at McHenry's Gallery and various items at J Schmich's including good green coffee deals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard
Maynard Opens Elegant Stock of New Spring Dress Goods
Hag Maynard unveiled a refined stock of New Spring Dress Goods including Cashmeres Buntiogs and Ginghans. The shop displays the finest Scotch and French Ginghams in the city catering to ladies seeking premium fabrics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard Hag
Run For Life Pace: sixteen miles in an hour noted
A lad sent for a bottle of Peerless Cough Syrup covered sixteen miles in an hour. The brief note praises a good time but warns it is poor policy to be far from a drug store. The item costs fifty cents and one dollar.
Indian Cure Oils and Salve Ad For Freeport Trade
Advertises Younce s Indian Cure Oil and Indian Salve for ease in Freeport by Emert and Burrell. Warns about adulterated sugar and promotes trading at 110 with pure sugars. Lists prices for Standard A Sugar and various sugars, attributed to Buné Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Younce
EL. M. Brobaker
Lanark
Lil
Freeport
Emert & Burrell
Bune Bros
Balleyville Literary Society Report and Local Notes
Our readers learn the Balleyville literary society remains active since organized last Fall with good attendance and positive results. Local weather improves, A N Stetson of LaSalle visits Hursey, Scott family entertains guests, sidewalk construction on Commercial Street advances, Truman Bailey travels to Chicago on business, and thieves entered Mr Reindar’s store without stealing anything.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. N. Stetson
LaSalle
Mr. Hursey
Scott Famly
Paraon
Bhrockengost
Truman Bailey
Chicago
Annual Town Meeting Notice for Freeport Illinois 1882
The legal voters and electors of the Town of Freeport in Stephenson County Illinois are notified that the Annual Town Meeting will be held at the Pennsylvania House on April 4, 1882, the first Tuesday of the month, to elect officers including one Supervisor two Assistant Supervisors one Assessor one Collector one Clerk one Commissioner of Highways and conduct other lawful business when convened between sunrise and nine oclock in the forenoon. Given at Freeport March 20 1882 by Guaben S Cusanneaury Nowa Cork
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
Staphengon
Ilinois
Pennsylvania House
Ajay
Guaben
Cusanneaury
Nowa Cork
Maynard's Curtain Mus Hes and Teas at J Schmich’s
Rolley Process Flour at $200 per burner burner bro s notice promotes Maynard's stock of curtains muslin embroideries and white goods while Schmich offers thirteen varieties of teas and a large range of canned goods at the cheapest prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard's
J. Schmich’s
H. D. Post & Co. Canned Fruits and Vegetables
A brief notice highlights H. D. Post & Co. as a supplier of canned fruits and vegetables. The ad emphasizes product availability and quality from the firm, with potential contacts or locations implied for purchase inquiries.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Caner
Phil Knecht
Lower Stephenson Street
Pecatonica
Krape
Ladies Christian Temperance Union of
Temperance Hall
Chicago Street
the Baptist Church
Samuel Guosaul
Hig Hotel
M. M. McCall
Perking
Galena Avenue
Geneva
N. Y
City
Ackley
Ilinois Central Road
Mark T. Haskell
Geo. S. Haskell
Fsg
Minn
Galena Gazette
Winds Central Ry Co
Aity
Stephenson
Bird Court
Danial Adamson
B.A. Shave
J. McGev
C. Clark
John Cy Kean
D. Bruny
Wmn
Kuip
Achild
John Anos
Ronson
D. Ben Gow
J. Coateworth & Son
Lebloow
Thie Beotjon
J. Prong & Co
Boxton
Masa
Éate
Almong
Thomas Moran
Kosina Ummef
L. B. Uimphrey
F. Bridges
C. B. Whitney
Mesars Prang & Co
Chicago, Freepork & St. P and BR. Company
Chicago, Freeport & Northwestern KR. Ky
Chicago, Freeport & St. Paul Ratt Road Company
W. C. Wright
John F. Smith
M. N. Wilcoxon
W. P. Watson
New York City
Venurer
A.V. Richards
Henry J. Porter
M. Baldwin
Crescy, Lown
W. ©. Clark
Thomas Kennedy
Dodgeville
St. Paul
Wisconsin
H. D. Post & CO
Supers and
Cotteos
Edding
Winslow
Heal
Fueuvout Laxy
J.J. Heming
Martin Clancy
Purington
Michael Preg
Heira B. ©. Jones
Edward Hawke
Brill
Ginere
Fred'k Kerstedt
Winnesheik
Dag Parker
W. Ricardeon
W. J. Clark
Wm. Albright
Lens
BOA
Tual
Jerome Russell
Rouse
Nouse
Hayos
Jacob Murbridge
J.B. Fair
J. D. Waddams
West
Buens Vista
Freeport Republican
Jerret Wohlford
William Grissinger
Minnesota
Bill
Lenn
The
Freeport Repubblican
W. W. Huronison
A. A. Krare
Schmich
Bank of Freeport
McHenry's
Stephenson St
Balleyville
He Miter
Afepit
Vane
Botton
Bed
H. D, Post & CO
H. D. Post & Coo
C. H. Little
Rogers
Best Knives
Alfred H. Wise
Stephenson Street
Freeport, Ill
the Black Watch
Chamberlin's
Fry’s Block
Kern
Chas, Selee
Stine
OLD Post Office
Styte
Selle
Mr. WA
Kern & Selle
Hume God Dried Beet
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