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Newspaper
Galena Tribune
Location
Galena, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1905
Page
2
The Galena Tribune notes rapid river advancement with boats drifting from winter positions in the harbor. An ice gorge at Davenport and Clinton caused the rise, with harbor ice melted to about an inch. Delivery details and subscription terms are listed.
As Christmas mail surges, Postmaster General Madden warns postmasters to enforce proper postage to avoid delays and stamp shortages. Citizens sending gifts should ensure correct stamps are affixed to parcels to ease clerical burden and prevent disappointing outcomes for recipients.
Stockholders split into two factions led by Chas T Hancock of Dubuque and Rev T M Price of Iowa Falls gear up for the annual meeting in Town Falls on the 11th next month. Hancock seeks to move headquarters to British Columbia and wind up the mining property with himself as liquidator amid ongoing British court battles.
In Cracow an inn witnessed a wife sell her husband at auction. The female auctioneer presided as the strapping young man, seated at her feet, drew brisk bids. He was finally knocked down to a comely buyer, and they departed together on good terms, per London Answers.
Conservator Marky Marrreip announces a public sale of Catherine Dormer estate in Galena on December 80 1905 at front courthouse steps. Sold for cash a defined block between Franklin Elk West and Division streets including lots 68 67 and part of 66. Attorneys Honson and Campbell listed as counsel.
The new Congress opens amid expectations of lively debate over railroad rate legislation, Panama Canal work, insurance supervision, tariff revision, and state representation limits. Experienced lawmakers return, with Brandegee, La Follette, Hemenway among new senators, Cannon keeping control in the House.
John Soladay known as the Goose Neck Man suffered a broken left wrist after stepping through an open cellar door on Thursday evening. He remains able to use his right hand, and the Goose Neck articles will continue in the Freeport Standard.
Charles P. Snow of Lanark died after a lengthy illness. Native of New York, he lived in Lindis Aban and Freeport before settling in Lanark about twenty years ago. A Civil War veteran, he participated in several notable engagements. He leaves a wife and several grown children.
A remarkable orange reaching 12 inches across and weighing at least a pound has been cultivated by Gerber in Braam River, Konga, South Africa, showcasing an extraordinary fruit yield.
Petition in Jo Daviess County Court seeks court approval to sell parts of the Martin Munehrath estate in Galena Bridgeport additions to pay creditors. Notices name Josepha Schuerte administratrix and list parcels on Gray Street and Galena river front, with the January 1906 term set and required appearances.
The administrator of the estate of Frank Casserly deceased in Jo Daviess County Illinois gives notice he will appear before the County Court at the Galena Court House for the February Term on the first Monday to adjust claims. Creditors must appear and debts must be paid promptly. Peter Casseely Administrator.
The county clerk seeks sealed bids by Tuesday December 12 1905 for supplies including beef flour sugar coffee granulated sugar tea plug tobacco and smoking tobacco. Samples must accompany bids and include name and number. Poor House Committee members Henry Oldenberg J B Frank land R G Hoighes.
Wisconsin reports say around 7,509 deer were likely killed in the recent open season, with estimates of 6,500 killed in woods and more shipped on railroads. Shipping stubs show 3, some still unreturned, and nonresident shipments not counted. Additional context mentions Liver Tablet No. 9 and Bosnian war implements.
The Board of Supervisors of Jo Daviess County Illinois will meet at the Galena Court House on the first Monday in February to adjust claims against the estate of Louisa Wolenetz deceased. Persons indebted must pay promptly. Also notice of an adjourned Board meeting December 12 1905 for county claims. J C Williams County Clerk. New and second hand school books at Kempter s Book Store.
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