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Newspaper
Freeport Weekly Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1871
Page
5
Freeport Illinois January 12 1871 letter from Jonathan Hay to Mr G WPontoon confirms believes nine tenths of organs sold locally are Burdett manufacture. He praises tone quality noting Burdett superior to others examined.
An advertisement extols Stine & Bro at Stines Corner Freeport Illinois as offering ten percent savings on ready made clothing. The notice references a glass pane inscription in a Washington hotel parlor and a sensational newspaper quip about a congressman. The fragment also urges Go to McNaberdy for gloves and mitts and other items.
An item advertises a new Melodeon for sale at a low price and mentions revisions in pantaloons without button holes. It also notes local business ads from Stine & Brorust at Stine's Corner Freeport Illinois, and Mrs M M Sheetz offering latest millinery styles.
An advertisement touts a coal stove as the only first class model with all desirable qualities and growing in favor daily. It notes demand exceeds supply and mentions patterns for sale by lawyer and Burghard’s, with Sheetz keeping patterns of all kinds.
A skilled photographer on Stephen on Street at the corner of Exchance upstairs provides high quality images at the lowest prices. He covers all sizes and styles and claims to outmatch competitors in workmanship.
A note indicates the interest of Captain Kemper has been purchased in the late Kemper Bros. firm and that the business will continue at the former location. The new proprietor invites customers to call for fine candies, cigars, groceries, or a solid meal.
John R Wagner a skilled taxidermist offers instruction at his Carroll Street residence. Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday evenings weekly with a display of his stuffed birds. Potential learners may call at J B Delhauers Grocery or Neff and Babcock Drug Store on Stephenson Street for terms.
Rhodes and Brother continue to serve customers with steaks roasts chops fresh fish and game in season. They maintain what the paper calls the best market in the city.
On Saturday January 28 in Jefferson Township Giddings Jn died instantly after a gun slipped from a load of wood and discharged while he tried to catch it. The 28 year old man left a wife and child. the wife is now dangerously ill. Dickinson lecture tickets urged.
Kemper's European Dining Hall rapidly becomes popular occupying the former J Mayer & son and Geo S Dickey stand. The well fitted rooms and attentive servants offer tickets to regular boarders with twenty one meals for seven dollars. Meals available any time of day. Menu includes beefsteak ham and eggs buckwheatcakes oysters and game. Warmers find a square meal at Kemper's in the city.
Persons seeking job printing are reminded that the county’s only steam printing office operates multiple presses with a larger stock of material than any other three offices. This enables cheaper, better and faster work than competitors.
McHenry announces a new gallery on the first floor at 110 Stephenson offering every style of picture. Call for appointments and enjoy easier access without stairs.
The notice advertises coal stoves for sale by Sumner and Martin, inviting buyers to visit their market and location near McNamara's for trunks and valises. The fragmentary text emphasizes affordability and the base burning radiator’s economy as a selling point.
Freeport shoppers are offered Reynold’s A T K Button and Polish Gaiters at Smythe’s with a full assortment for misses and children. Gentlemen’s boots of the latest style are also available at low prices. All goods are marked to a gold standard at W W Suyrue Corner Store Fry’s Block.
Mrs M M Sheetz has removed her residence described as the Ringed House located opposite the old stand. The movement appears recent with residents noting the structure’s removal and the property’s current unoccupied status.
A fine Habana Cigar kept only by C Best is acknowledged by all as the best cigar in the city.
Fragmentary notice lists tax books for sale at this office and directs readers to McNamare’s for boots and shoes. Text is incomplete with garbled characters but indicates a local sale and a shop location.
Advertises circulars printed on white or colored paper and various sizes at reasonable rates, offered by the Freeport Journal office.
A stern notice from a printer appeals to creditors and patrons to settle accounts. It underscores contracts for job work and subscriptions, warns nonpayers will be targeted, and implies possible legal action if debts remain unpaid. The piece mocks uncooperative customers and stresses the printer's need to stay solvent.
The city enjoys sleighing and attention to horses as several local colts train from county stock. A prominent resident owns two steeds each capable of a 2.40 mile. A speed trial on a main street impressed readers and hints at Long Island Union standards. Readers are urged to call on the paper for updates and to back a 2.40 trotter.
List of subscribers who paid for subscriptions during the past week. Names include GW Loveland 200, J 8 Shirey 200, A Carey 200, George Sibert 200, H Poffenberger 200, John Smith 1, W Kerrick 2, W Hempstead 100, ED Lehan 100, and others with amounts ranging from 1.00 to 325. Details show multiple individuals paying varied sums in a local circulation update.
Col Tamberling of Eleroy promotes a simple self adjusting curtain fixture as the best of its kind. A sample is on display at the office with plans for a local factory. The item also referenced at Buckman General Insurance, Capt Dunham County Surveyor, and D A McMillan lumber yard on Galena street.
Hon George A Black of this city is confirmed as Secretary of Utah Territory. He came to Utah as private secretary to the late Governor Shatter and is praised as a faithful and competent officer in the city of the Saints.
Washington dispatch records Mayor C.J. Wry declining re election due to business demands. The Freeport Journal notes citizen regret and urges Republicans to nominate and elect a suitable candidate to dignify the office, praising local party stalwarts and urging unity for victory.
Now open are ticket sales for Anna Dickinson's lecture inviting attendees to hear the renowned speaker and engage with her public discourse. Limited seating available and advance purchase recommended.
The New England Mutual Life Insurance Company of Boston promptly paid $5,000 on the life policy of the late Gov. Shaffer. The guardian Mr. Bidwell received the draft last week. The firm boasts low rates and high dividends, citing Gen. Shatier’s policy with a yearly premium of $141 and a $63 dividend.
Report from Janesville Gazette cites a farmer near Rock Grove who killed three robbers in a Wednesday night confrontation after selling his farm. He encountered two other assailants en route home, then found his wife and daughter wounded, with the daughter dead. One of the deceased men was identified as the stranger who had recently bought the farm.
Sea readers note weekly sleighing outings by twenty to thirty youngsters, ending at a parent’s home with refreshments. Last week gatherings occurred at Misa Hawes and Oscar Taylor residences, proposing elder folks imitate the plan to gain inexpensive, wholesome pleasure and lasting friendships.
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