Festival managers thank patrons for support
The Sabbath School of the Second Presbyterian Church expresses gratitude for patronage that made the late Festival both interesting and profitable. Prof. Philipp Knecht of Freeport endorses Burdett Organs for power and sweetness of tone, recommending them over others. A. Pelton's Co. acts as agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gar
Theodore Heuchling
M. D
Burdett
Toko, Heuchling
A. Pelton & Co
Second Presbyterian Church
Philipp Knecht
Freeport
Itu
Philip
Knecht
A. Pelton
Cee
Gay
G. Joran
The
Musical Academy
Ill
Louis G. Joran
Best Morgans Opens Large Lot of Calicos and Delaines
A prestigious store announces a vast early spring selection of calicos delaines and fancy dress goods now opening at Best and Morgans. This collection promises broad choice for shoppers seeking fresh fabrics.
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Best & Morgans
Boarding House near Opera House Advertised for Gentlemen
In the rear of the Opera House a boarding house kept by Mrs. J C Waite offers accommodations for about five more gentlemen and a room for a gentleman and lady. Terms are reasonable. The hostess aims to furnish the best the market affords and provide a pleasant dining experience.
Baltimore oysters offered at lowest market price
J. D. Diffenbaugh announces direct shipments of select brands including J. D. D and Nene Such from Baltimore. The notice advertises selling at the lowest market price.
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Nene
Baltimore
J.D. Diffenbaugh
Teachers Institute at Ridott Next Saturday
A Teachers Institute will be held at Ridott on Saturday next 25th inst with exercises by Mr Pofenberg er Misses Flansburg and Lease of Ridott Mr and Mrs Kleckner of Freeport L BE Preston of Davis and W W Preston of Rock Grove. Exercises begin promptly at 4 o'clock. Teachers and friends of education are cordially invited to attend. T F KuECKN En County Supt
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Ridott
Pofenberger
Flansburg
Lease
Kleckner
Freeport
L. BE. Preston
Davis
W. W. Preston
Rock Grove
Alouk
Education
T. F. Kueckn
Tamberling Self-Adjusting Curtain Fixture Promoted
Local notice promotes Tamberling self adjusting curtain fixture as the best of its kind. Col Tamberling of Eleroy proposes a city manufactory and invites inspection at the office. Availability noted at Buckman insurance office, Capt Dunham office, and D A McMillan lumber yard.
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Col. Tamberling
Eleroy
S. C. Buckman
Staver & Snyder's
Capt. Dunham
D. A. McMillan
Galena Street
Boots and trunks moved to Fry's Block for sale
Wright, Cavanagh & Co will relocate their boot and shoe stock to a newly fitted middle room in Fry's Block as soon as repairs finish. They advertise the best assorted stock and the lowest prices in the city for readers to buy locally. A counterfeiting alert proposes posting the names of suspected counterfeit money sellers in post offices to aid officials.
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Wright, Cavanagh & Co
Fry
Freeport
Reynold
Suythe
W. W. Syvyrae
Fry’s Block
Remeber
Reynoll's U,v. K
Carter
Stereoptican World Tour at old Presbyterian Church
Public notices announce stereoptican shows at the old Presbyterian Church on Stephenson Street tonight tomorrow night and Friday night the 22nd 23rd and 24th for Embury Sunday School. Positive press praise from Toledo Blade and Detroit Post encourages attendance. Louis G Joran endorses Burdett Organs via A Pelton Co. agents. Best & Morgan warn canvas sign vandals and vow prosecution.
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Old Presbyterian Church
Stephenson Street
Embury Sunday School
Toledo Blade
Detroit Post
Tea offers from ex-Secretary of State in China deal
Jas 6 8 announces best and cheapest teas from the ex-Secretary of State, secured in China. It urges avoiding advertisements, claiming it calls attention to businesses and leads customers to seek out sellers, making trade harder.
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Jas
Best
China
Pigs and Produce From Illinois Farms Reported
Advertisements note canned fruit and blackberry claims from Illinois growers. George Gunter of Campton sold ten Chester white pigs fattening at weights from 424 to 651 pounds, averaging over 470 pounds, with a 17 month litter presented as handsomely dressed and strong in weight. A questionably moral anecdote about a man avoiding a dram shop after seeing his sister is included.
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Ge Blackberry
Ilinois
George Gunter
Campton
Jun
Payments on Subscription in Journal Office
Names of subscribers who paid during the past week led by Geo Claus and J L Koplin with amounts from 50 cents to 4 dollars. Other contributors include NH Straw, JP Reed, R Sabin, OS McNutt, M B Rath, JA Hill, F Baugh, JS Grissinger, I Krieper, Stocks, JF Reesman, C H Barker, J Beard, Ht Jowell, 8 French, Higley, Barrett, Wm Hecker, A Brenneman, W D Brown, Mrs J Ford, F Rose, J S Best, M Lawyer, A Dan, JS York, Elizabeth Chapman, A A Babcook.
Insurance policy prospects via Porter and Wright agents
The text notes that protection may affect property upon application at the Agency of Messrs Porter and Wright, agents for several solid U S companies. It highlights the North American of New York as a prominent insurer and urges readers to have them prepare a policy with this company.
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Messrs. ‘Porter & Wright
United States
New York
Local steam printing office offers cheaper faster service
Persons seeking job printing are urged to consider the county’s only steam printing office. With multiple presses and a large stock of materials, it promises to do work cheaper, better, and faster than any competitors.
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Ouro
New Gallery Opens Over First Floor Studio at 110 Stephenson
Mollenry announces a new gallery on the first floor at 110 Stephenson Street offering a full range of photographic styles for portraits and pictures.
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Mollenry
First Dloor
Stephenson Street
Notable meeting in Ann Arbor between two rival women
Miss Anna Dickinson an ardent suffragist and Miss Lillian Molgarton a staunch anti enfranchisement met for the first time in a hotel in Ann Arbor. The pair embraced and were seen sharing hot lemonade as they became inseparable sisters in a dramatic scene.
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Ann Arbor
Michigan
Anna Dickinson
Lillian
Molgarton
Burnette
Asgard
Dickingon
Miss Holgation
Ingestius Hotel
Davis Area Livery Offered By Mr. Foster
Readers seeking a Davis team can contact the obliging liveryman Mr. Foster. He provides the best turnout and moderate rates.
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Davis
Foster
Kid Gloves at Great Reduction Price
Best and Morgans offers the Alexander Kid Gloves at two dollars, highlighted as the best value in the sale. The listing notes a significant price cut aimed at eyew.
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Alexander
Best & Morgans
Grand Musical Convention at Dacota
A grand Musical Convention will be held at Dacota under Prof Leland starting Monday evening February 27 and closing with a concert Friday evening March 8 All music lovers are invited Distances travelers are accommodated by the committee FB WALKER See
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Dacota
Prof
Leland
Walker
See
Bank Improves Counters and Furniture for Better Service
The First National Bank has reorganized its counters and furniture to improve convenience for officers and customers. The changes aim to streamline transactions and enhance comfort.
Broommaker’s Tools and Stock for Sale on Exchange Street
Brooms made and for sale at the factory on Exchange Street south of Gale, with broommaker’s tools and stock of all kinds available.
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G.S. Best's
Seeet Son'street
Exchange Street
Galeia
Cook Stores Price Promise Ad
An advertisement from Sumner and Martin at 26 promotes buying now with a guarantee of lower prices than any house in the Northwest.
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Northwest
Sumner & Martin
Cronkrite’s Groceries On Stephenson Street
Fresh groceries and provisions available at L Cronkrite on Stephenson Street next to the Stephenson County Bank. Prompt delivery citywide with no extra charge. Every item guaranteed to match recommendations and offered at fair, reasonable prices.
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L. Cronkrite
Stephenson Street
Stephenson County Bank
Popular billiard hall on Stephanbon Street invites visitors
A local note advertises a popular billiard hall on Stephanbon Street offering new tables, top cigar brands, ales, liquors, wines, and free lunch, inviting patrons to call on the owner.
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Stephanbon Street
Billards
Only coal stove in demand as market grows
It is acknowledged as the sole stove with all the top features of a first class coal stove and is increasingly favored as demand outstrips supply. For sale at 2011 LAWVER & BUROMARD'S.
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Sunner & Martin
Lawver & Buromard's
Photographer with unmatched skill and low prices
The text touts a photographer on Staphan on Street corner of Mxchance claiming thorough mastery of the art, unrivaled tone and finish, and ability to produce all sizes and styles while offering prices as low as the lowest, upstairs location.
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Ie Thorougly
Staphanon Street
Boots and Shoes Bargains at the Big Boot Store
Local merchants Law yer and Burchard advertise a wide selection of boots gaiters and footwear with a promise of underselling competitors. They urge customers to visit their Big Boot sign and parlor stores to find cheap pairs as winter approaches.
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Lawyer & Burchard’s
Boots and Shoes Ad at MacNamara's
Local ad touts footwear at MacNamara's offering boots and shoes with a brief, unclear note likely promoting a sale or special.
Best successor to CO unveils low price Uro cores
Jas G Best announces a plan to supply citizens, farmers and the community with new Uro cores at very low prices and deliver them to the bargain-hunters. The message emphasizes widespread availability and affordable access for local buyers.
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Jas
Best
Co, UG. Best
Oollector's Tax Booke For Sale At This Office
A historical notice announces the sale of a collector's tax booke at the office. The short item notes the item is for sale and directs interested parties to visit the office for purchase. The language reflects early administrative phrasing and spellings.
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Oollector
Hhis Office
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