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Newspaper
Galena Tribune
Location
Galena, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1905
Page
2
The Jesse Koser murder case shows no progress with a new trial motion to be argued before final adjournment. If overruled, lawyers plan an appeal to a higher court, where they expect a reversal. They suspect a plea of guilty for fourteen years would not satisfy Jesse and his counsel.
The column highlights Helm's and Coatsworth's as centers for gifts with Malta Vita, Gibson Shape Ties, souvenir glassware and china, sterling silverware, and fur lined caps. Guggenheim advertises neckwear, smoking jackets, suitcases, and Christmas gifts while praising new designs and in-store demonstrations. It notes holiday exchange policy and a frost-affected Main Street sidewalk condition, plus upcoming Illinois Central excursion fares for the International Fat Stock show in Chicago and a kerosene lamp accident in Freeport.
A lighthearted quip praises a Gloucester fisherman who recently sailed in with a cargo of 300000 pounds of salted codfish. The speaker chides Mary for hearing the tale, remarking it makes him thirsty and inviting further gossip about the voyage.
A Central railroad inquiry in East Dubuque seeks the person responsible for a recent attempt to derail a passenger train. A heavy oak tie was placed on the rails and removed by night watchman Theo Erdenberg before the train passed, preventing disaster. The suspect reportedly acted after a prior stop and motive is believed to be revenge.
Jake Deitrick must pay $700 for slander after remarks about neighbor Roger at a public auction. Roger learned the plaintiff bought one wagon wheel with its mate and axle, a quarrel followed, and ten jurors initially sought $1,500 before settling at $700.
Judge Farrand, currently busy in Mt. Carroll, will preside over the January term of Ogle county court. The Forreston murder case against Erno Boekholder, who reportedly confessed, is expected to be the key trial if the defense is prepared, with potential indictments of others. Attorney J. C. Seyster of Oregon is said to defend Boekholder.
August Huegele of Ridott near Freeport died Sunday morning at Mrs. Susan Askey home from carbolic acid self ingestion between 5 and 10 o'clock. No motive found and witnesses could not explain. Coroner’s jury ruled death by carbolic acid taken by his own hand after post mortem examination by Dr. Hoag and Dr. Peck.
In Atlanta a man suspected his servant tampering with his wine cellar. He planted poison labels on bottles of his private stock to trap the worker. The servant, unaware, inspected a bottle and said it was not poison, revealing the ruse as the master exclaimed in shock. A curious anecdote closes with Balaklava bugle lore and Lord Tredegar disputing the famous charge timing.
Public notice from Jo Daviess County Illinois to Louisa Steveken Elizabeth Bensen Mary Mann Kate Pahalo Lucy Eggert Carrie Howard Stella Vancer William Jutten Hubert Munchrath Christina Zubilke Antonnetta Zuhilke Max Zuhlke Mary Weed Ida Maguire Frederick Munnehrath Albert Coltman Carrie Feld Charles Coltman Carrie Schultz Ellen Schultz Kultz Louis Schultz Agnes Albert Holland that Josepha Schnerre administratrix has filed to sell estate property to pay debts. The court summons requires appearance at the January term 1906 in Galena to plead or demur to the petition.
Perek Cassery announces his appointment as Administrator of the estate of Frank Casserly deceased of Jo Daviess County Illinois. He will appear before the Jo Daviess County Court in Galena at the February Term to adjust claims. Creditors must present claims and all debts are to be paid promptly. Dated November 20 1905.
By order of Jo Daviess County Court the conservator of Catherine Dormer insane seeks sale of her Galena property at public auction December 7 at 10 am. Real estate includes lot 68 with adjustments and parts of lots 66 and 67 between Franklin and West streets, fronting the Galena river. Cash only, buyers to meet terms at the county courthouse front door.
The administrator of Louisa Wolenets estate in Jo Daviess County Illinois will hold a court hearing at the courthouse in Galena on the first Monday in February for creditors to present claims and for settlement. The estate asks all indebted to pay promptly. Dated December 8 1908. D. Brewer Administrator.
English Army keeps a grim ritual for condemned spies. A detachment of Infantry surrounds the prisoner who digs his own grave and is then blindfolded. A chaplain reads burial rites as twelve men from the escort choose six loaded rifles with blanks. The volley follows at an appointed spot, with many men affected by selection and some fainting or unable to fire.
A nostalgic scene shows a college athlete greeting an old janitor recalling times of limited study space. The text shifts to a vivid ad listing Lace Curtains and household goods promising a Jersey Lily Flour prize with coupons. A 1906 court sale notice for Grant C. Nierling’s minor’s real estate on Broadway and Branch Street in Galena outlines a public auction.
Alice P Timmermans administratrix of the estate of William Timmermans deceased in Jo Daviess County Illinois announces that she will appear before the county court in Galena on the February term first Monday in February 1906 to have claims against the estate adjusted. Debtors are urged to pay promptly. Dated December 15 1905.
A Pittsburg Dispatch note argues for eating once daily and wearing minimal clothes for longevity. It jokes about abolition of clothes for dinner and the need for a versatile dining garment to avoid monotony, preferring private meals in one’s own apartment.
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