Council of War Approves Bombardment of Paris
A council of war decides to approve the bombardment of Paris amid reports of a city gaping from bombardment and Havre being affected.
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Paris
Havre
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Newspaper
Freeport Weekly Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1870
Page
5
Bombardment Developments Reach Paris and Berlin
Berlin reports King William to return after Paris capitulation with harsher terms if Paris holds out. A Versailles council plans bombardment as Havre occupation is claimed. Gambetta seeks armistice for National Assembly election. Ducrot’s army pushes outside Paris gates for another assault. London notes a peace plan between England and the United States is delayed. Berlin also confirms Paris bombardment being definitely decided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Londox
the Times
Berlin
William
Paris
London
Tours
Gambetta
Ducrot
Mesly
Creteuil
Charenton
England
United States
Martino troupe to perform six nights at Wilcoxon Opera House
The celebrated Martino troupe opens Monday evening December 26 at Wilcoxon Opera House for six evenings. The La Crosse Leader praises the unique original show, noting the long run and continued applause for the Canderbeck duo and Charley Forbes travels to Winona aboard the Mollie Mc Pike. Also promoting holiday goods at G. M. Clayton's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilcoxon Opera House
la Crosse
Martino
Canderbecks
Charley Forbes
Winona
Mollie McPike
Charley
Our Book Table and Moth and Rust Prize Books
Our Book Table and Moth and Rust prize volumes are offered in response to an autumn 1869 offer. Three hundred thirteen manuscript volumes arrived from nearly every state and the Canadas, packed five feet by two by two. The two selected works meet conditions and headline juvenile religious literature, beautifully illustrated and bound in gold and black. Price 1.60 each. tenth thousand ready. Published by Henry Woyt Boston. for sale by Knmert & Burrell Freeport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Canadas
Henry Woyt
Boston
Knmert & Burrell
Freeport
G. M. Clayton Beats All In Freeport Holiday Stock
In Freeport G M Clayton offers a wide holiday stock with low prices, boasting gas for one dollar and claiming to beat all rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. M. Clayton
Freeport
Ford & Wise advertises low prices on holiday goods
The notice urges shoppers not to pay high prices for holiday goods and promotes Ford & Wise’s as offering nice fresh goods at extremely low prices. It also describes a Monard Chronometer watch bought from Ford & Wise, with Boston manufacture, a 1675 gold case and ornate carving, valued at $165 and presented to Rev. I. E. Carey as a substantial token of esteem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford & Wise's
I. E. Carey
Boston
Ford & Wise
Stephenson County Court Opens December Term in Courthouse
The December term of Stephenson County Circuit Court convened with Judge Brown presiding. Docketed: 17 People's cases, 146 Common Law carried over from September, 183 new Common Law, 118 in Chancery, totaling 414 cases for the term. The report notes a local advertisement unrelated to court matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bee
Stephenson County Circuit Court
Brown
Dancing classes to be held Fridays at Hoettinger's Hall
Notice informs the public that a dancing school will meet every Friday evening at Hoettinger's Hall. Terms list six dollars for twelve lessons for gentlemen and four dollars for ladies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoettinger’s Hall
Local Watch and Jewelry Sale Ad at Ford and Wise's
An advertisement urges saving money by buying watches, chains, jewelry, and silverware at Ford & Wise's located at 86w2. It promotes a broad array of valuables and emphasizes bargain prices from the retailer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford & Wise’s
Money Order Department Report 1869 to 1870 Davis IL
Statement from the Money Order Department at Davis Illinois covering July 14 1869 to December 3 1870 shows 616 money orders issued and cash received totaling 11 681 738 dollars. Money orders cashed totaled 70 and amount cashed 1 561 99 dollars. Signed Cronemiller P. M.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis, Ill
Cronemiller
P. M
Editors Answer Why We Do Not Print Some News
The editors explain they cannot hear all events in town or county and rely on readers to send in items. They acknowledge they cannot be everywhere at once and emphasize community reports help inform the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ges
Emmaert and Butrell Holiday Goods Roundup
In rounds for holiday goods, Emmaert and Butrell offer tailored selections. Call for precise fitting items and personalized service. Local shop emphasizes exact fits and seasonal availability.
Prospectus of 1871 Chicago Tribune Platform
The Chicago Tribune annual Prospectus for 1871 is highlighted, noting the paper's status as a leading journal in the Northwest and across the nation. It outlines the platform including Revenue Tariff Civil Service Reform and Opposition to Monopolies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Tribune
The
Tribune
LeApind
Northwest
Bootmakers Claim Low Prices in City
Wright, Cavanagh & Co advertise warrantied calf boots and shoes with prices lower than any house in the city, highlighting value and guaranteed quality from 85 William Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wright, Cavanagh & Co
Stevens Sells New Water Proof Goods At Lower Prices
Give Emmett Burrell a call for holiday goods. They can suit you exactly. A new lot of water proofs just received at Stevens at lower prices than ever for the same quality he has been selling all season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmaert & Butrell
Emmett
Burrell
Gar
Stevens
Emmett & Burrell
Owl
Regular annual communication of Fivergreen Lodge No 170 A F and A M
The regular annual communication for the election of officers will be held in their hall on Monday evening December 19 1870 A L 6870 By order W M 85wl Mr W Brown Secy Stevens says he will give more goods for sane money for Christmas and New Years presents than can be found elsewhere 35wl
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fivergreen Lodge
A. F
A. L
W. M
W. Brown
Ge Stevens
Fair relief for the poor urged by Ephor JouRNAL
In a letter the editor urges church fairs fund relief for the hungry and unemployed. A proposed Ladies Aid Society would collect money to feed and clothe the needy, rather than fund individual churches, arguing poverty requires shared aid now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
Christ
Motion to Dismiss In Circuit Court Involving Notice
Last week Judge Brown heard a motion in Circuit Court on the insufficiency of Sheriff Hayes notice to Mr. Stewart about contesting his right to the office. Attorneys Turner Kean argued for Stewart and Ingalls Cochran for Hayes. Decision pending. A criminal case against Davis Stocks for assault was on trial this week as reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Brown
Sheriff Hayes
Stewart
Turner and Kean
Ingalls and Cochran
Hayes
Davis Stocks
Presbyterian Society Fair and Festival Planned
The 1st Presbyterian Society intends holding a Fair and Festival commencing Tuesday evening the 29th, continuing for three to four days. Due notice will be given of the place. The clothing store of Sechrist, Lem, offers a full stock of men’s and boys wear for the event and the ladies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sechrist¢ Lemon
The
1St Presbyterian Society
Sechrist and Iemon Bring Large Stock of Neckties
Sechrist and Iemon report shipments arriving from Philadelphia and Boston of the largest best stock of gentlemen neckties ever brought to Freeport. They were selected with reference to the holiday trade and include the latest styles and most fashionable patterns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sechrist & Iemon
Philadelpia
Boston
Freeport
Tax collection details for Freeport area revised
The State and county taxes are due and the Collector A. H. Stuckenburg can be found at the Broad book store. Callers settling up will save time, with Mr Stuckenburg listed as Collector for the town of Freeport at 85 West Main Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Stuckenburg
A. Ff. Broad
E. L. Cronkrite
Stephenson Street
Stephenson County Bank
Watch Presented as Token of Regard in Freeport
On the ninth inst, a valuable watch was given to Rev Isaac E Carey of Freeport with a note reading May you accept this time-piece as a token of our regard. Signatures include Thos Turner Wm Trembor C B Bidwell Ford Wise Thos J Turner and many others dated December 11 1870.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carey
Manny
Thos
Eb, Turner
Wm. Trembor
C. B. Bidwell
Ford & Wise
J. Turner
Isaac E. Carey
Freeport
Calico Sale at Best and Morgan's Store
A brief notice states two thousand pieces of calicos from eight yard up are available at Best and Morgan's, located at 85 West. The item appears as a sale notice in the local commerce listing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Best & Morgan's
Martino and Troupe to perform at Wilcoxon Opera House
Mr Forbes announces he will be in the city in a few days to arrange Martino and Troupe’s engagement at Wilcoxon Opera House for the week starting December 26. The La Crosse Democrat commends the manager Sherman and agent Forbes, praising their courtesy and showmanship. Admission 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
OC. P. Sherman
Chas, Forbes
Martino
la Crosse
Canderbecks
Pomeroy Hall
Mons
Canderbeck
Moor head livery at Bridge and Exchange
R I Moor head runs a premier livery stable on the corner of Bridge and Exchange streets offering single and double sleighs, buggies, and safe horses with trusted drivers. The firm pledges moderate charges and dependable service for townspeople and country visitors seeking boarding and winter feed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridge and Exchange Streets
R. I. Moorhead
All kinds of hats at G. W. Tandy’s ball room to indoors
The note lists various hats from dainty white styles for ballroom wear to bold indoor fashions at G. W. Tandy’s, highlighting wide selection for different occasions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Tandy’s
Christmas Carol at Pelton & Co on Stephenson Street
A promotional notice for A. Pelton & Co and Wright, Cavanaugh & Co urging shoppers to visit Stephenson Street store for best values on jewelry watches silverware and musical instruments plus cheap rubber goods and buffalo robes with phrases about quick sales small profits and large stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Pelton & Co's
Stephenson Street
Wright, Cavanagh & Co
Mr James Clingers Promotes Allen's Chemical Washing Compound
For Mr James Clingers of this city the general agency for Allen's Chemical Washing compound is announced. The product washes all kinds of goods in warm water, dispenses with washboards and reduces labor. It is praised as excellent and commended to readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Clingers
Allen
Sleigh Bell Sale By CAVANAGH WRIGHT Co
Cavanagh Wright Co announces a large stock of sleigh bells offered at retail prices to clear their trade. The note signals a push to reduce inventory and exit the business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sewl Cavanagh, Wright & Co
New Hampshire
Wright, Cavanagh & Co
Change of Railroad Time Tables Arrivals and Departures
Rail timetable changes list for Illinois Central and Northwestern lines detailing passenger and freight arrivals and departures for south and northbound services. Notable times include Illinois Central passenger arrivals at 8 a.m. and 3 p.m., freight arrivals throughout the day, and Northwestern passenger arrivals at 2.50 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. plus departures. Also a catalog note for Best & Morgan’s holiday lace collars and handkerchiefs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois Central
Best & Morgan’s
New Plaid Poplin and Reps Open at Stevens Co
W A Stevens & Co announce the opening of a big stock of holiday goods including presents from a peachy whistle to a $25 writing case. Also advertised are reduced prices on new stock and a large selection of boys sleds to be sold cheap at Clayton's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Stevens & Co
Gidf
Clayton's
Freeport Royal Select Masters to Elect Officers Wednesday
The annual election of the Freeport Council Royal Select Masters will be held Wednesday evening, Dec. 14, at 7 o'clock P M.
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Freeport Council Royal Select Masters
Handsome organ on display at Ford and Wise store
A handsome organ is described as the standout exhibit at Ford and Wise music store. The item draws attention for its design and craftsmanship. (Source fragment)
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Ford & Wises Music Store
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