Dime Lecture and Community Notes from Freeport 1883
In Freeport on Monday February 19 Capt AL Y Richards will lecture on Yellowstone National Park with stereoptican views at the First Presbyterian Church. The town hosts socials, church events, a fire department fundraiser, a millinery opening, and various political and civic notices amid obituaries, weddings, and local business updates. Several residents attend funerals and join gatherings. Burns and Briggs deaths noted along with Odd Fellows anniversary planning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capt AL Y. Richards
Yellowstone Nationa Park
First Presbyterian Church
Ovle
Spelhiwn
Thomas
L. Z. Farwell
Mr. Warwell
Public Sale Notice for Mrs. L. M. Davis Farm
Mrs L M Davis of Davis village announces a public sale on Saturday December 24 1883 featuring horses cattle and farm machinery. Sale terms by Win. Celler Aunt. Also a note about a forthcoming cheap lecture on geysers view and interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. M. Davis
Davis
iCeller
Nesth School
Closing out colored Wool Flannels at 35 cents a yard
Local notice advertises Mrs W A Stevens stock reduced as spring 1883 arrivals arrive. It highlights bargains including black lace hunting fabric 42 inches wide at 59 cents, and remarks on quality previously sold at higher prices. Also mentions Eli's Hair Restorer with claims of cleansing brightening invigorating and restoring gray hair to youthful color.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Stevens
Wautrox
Eli
Tax demands for Freeport property taxes 1882 issued
The personal property tax for 1882 in Freeport is due and demanded. Real estate tax for 1882 is also due and payable. Bond collector Janus Danna, via J. B. Smith, 2nd floor of the building opposite Newton’s Bank on Stephenson Street, handles the collection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
J. 2 B. Smith
Nnowton's Bank
Stephenson Street
Janus Danna
Great Reduction Best Card Photographs at McHenry's Gallery
A sale advertises photographs at one shilling per dozen at McHenry's Gallery located at 105 Stephenson Street in Freeport OL. The notice promotes a cost efficient purchase for customers seeking card photos with a marked price and local shop details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McHenry's Gallery
Stephenson St
Freeport
Underwear Hosiery and Gloves Sale at Stevens and Olsen
A full line of underwear, hosiery, and gloves offered at bottom prices at Mrs. W A Stevens and Mr. Olsen of 88 Delaware Avenue, Chicago. Also notes claims about Brown's Iron Bitters purifying the system and Hall's Vegetable Sicilian Hair Rejuvenator restoring gray hair and promoting growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Stevens
Mr. Olsen
Delaware Avenue
Chicago
Til
Notice of nonpayment and warning regarding wife Elizabeth Beaver
Notice dated February 9 1884 from Danie Braven states he will not pay any debts or accounts made by his wife Elizabeth Beaver and warns all persons not to trust her on his account. The notice disclaims responsibility for her debts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Briges
The
Baptist Church
Adelbert Briggs
York, Brees
J. Robinson
Hae
Freeport
Hugh Bemnichoff
Benhohott
Rock Grove
Nature
Elizabeth Beaver
Danie, Braven
Auction of damaged organs and sewing machines after fire
A Columbia seller advertises greatly reduced prices on slightly damaged organs and sewing machines from the Opera House fire sale. Savings range from five to ten dollars on sewing machines and eight to twenty five dollars on organs, with names John Hea ce Gustav Schiller and others involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opera House
John Hea
Gustav Schiller
Colmmabia
Brown
Bargain Sale Announced at Mrs Stevens Store
A brief notice advertises Ladies Marino Underwear at 48 ets from Mrs W A Stevens and calls attention to quilts arriving from Bates Manufacturing, ninety six quilts, plus Fancy Dress Goods at 15 to 25 cents per yard. It also mentions Brown's Iron Bilters and a quote from Wan Wanton of Arlington Heights Illinois.
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W. A. Stevens
Ursily Ab
Bates Manufacturing Company
Fanwell
Arlington Heights
Ill
W. A, Stevens
ANEW CORSET PROMISES GUARANTEE AFTER TRIAL
An advertisement for H. P. Perfection Corset by Ball invites inspection and a two week trial. If not fully satisfied, customers may return the corset and receive a refund of the price. The firm Wa. Wanton stands behind the product with a full guarantee.
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Ball
H. P
We Call Attention Try Geo A Lindgren Co's Extracts
A brief advertisement urging readers to ask their grocer for Geo brand products from A Lindgren Co. Highlighting Ma voring extracts and butter color with a call to action for consumer purchases.
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Geo, A. Lindgren & Co
Fire damages inventory with sale on damaged goods
A store reports items soaked by the blaze including hosiery underwear infant dresses table linen napkins neckwear gloves and more. Damaged cases of celluloid sets and hoop skirts are offered at one third price with Mrs J Benson announcing the sale. The ad also touts Dr Bigelow's Positive Cure for lung ailments and invites readers to visit Emmert Burwell's crus store for a free trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Benson
Mother Shipton
Dr. Bigelow
Emmert & Burwell
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Willitoaston
Luella Crissman
Hoy S. VL
Elizabeth Apher
Yellow Cook
Soldier Farm
Lena
Amity Society
Brayeter Honsy
Armida Knowlton
Germania Society
van Brocklin
Madra Crippen
J. Aspinwall
Michigan Pinemas
Wetzel
L’yeeport
Roanoke & Loli
Darral
Lizzie Klock
New Haven
Con
Little
Sunnday
Adelphi
Luisiana
Jan Adamson
Win
Walton
Zion Hyiscopal Church
Dr. KR. Smith & Go S Ies
J. Collmuan
Freeport Electric Lighting Company
Co.lng
Lohr
Addie M. Doolittle
Ms. A.D. Ferris
Mia John Flow
He Oper House
Too J. A. Hammond
Mw Yecport
Hein- Holist
Saardwurde
Lis
Dime Forture Nest
Sonora
Adison W. Myers
Rock Tree
Durham Mock
van Broeklin M. K. Cunuch
Morry
GC. Krydey
I.P. Cleveland
Hotatrousaitions
Chimster
Juana Curry
Mary Ruel
Mary Sethley
Avie Wolf
Grace Hayes
Hattie Wolf
Marguerite Culeman
Katie Leek
Alma Crouse
S. V. Allen
Geo. A. Gundyron
Chas
J. Moyer & Co
Lindgren
Belotary
Ve Mipst Presbyterian Clare
FG. Perkins
Young Men's Christian Association
Albany
New York
My. Perkins
Second Presbyterian
Steamer Company No. 1
McNamara
Smart
Sarah Maelk
Florence Township
Board of Grand Exmainers
Henry Lenz
American Odd Fellowship
Rockford
Northwestern Anniversary Association
John Lake
Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows
Taneastia Township
Mo. Win
Yarger
Mattie Mitchell
S. M. Crisstan
My. Geo. Eb, Shoonanker
Ida Roush
Dakota
Crooisman
Alew
Wareham Hillmer
Nreaport
Roy. S. M. Cyissman
John la. Wareham
Minnie Hillmuor
Porrester
Bushnelle-Moyers
S. M. Crissman
Yellowstone National Park
Gov. Swain
Rileigh N. G
M. M. Marshall
Christ's Church
Hubbard
J. TL. Robinson
BM. Burke Haywood
W. J. Anderson
J. B. Batchelor
Rls. Tucker
J. W. Hinsdale
C. M. Busbee
Msq
RH. Battle
Oakwood Cemetery
Swain
W. L. Williams
Cambridge
H. D. Bentley
C.F. Kryder
Oregon
H. E. Bogar
D. A. Knowlton
Jonnie Davy
Niagara Falls
Jscph Williams
H. J. Porter
Portland
Vermont
Emma
Nettie
Viola Smith
Mt. Morris
J. P. Reel
Cedarville
Milwaukee
Missouri
Wmn
O. Wright
Pennsylvania
D.C. Stover
Worcester
Mass
Stover
Europe
J.C. Kean
Chas. Stewart
J.J. Magan
Herold & Voight
Birber Boys
Sturm Take
Iowa
Archie
Hong Courtley
Eantim
Capua
Quedan
Ely
Markos
P. G. Scanlan
Palace Dry Goods Store
Menlo. Park
Wise Bros
Illinois
Mediately
Ofver
C. H. Little
Mila
Kern
Curren
M. D. Chamberlin
Buffalo
Blaney
Grealis
H. H. Schulz
D. W. Warns
Chicago St
Steinway, Weber, Decker & Bros, Wheelock, Story & Camp
Estey, Story & Camp
Root & Sons
Chicago Cottage
Orga
F. G. Rathb
Dalty
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