18 May 1905
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Newspaper
Galena Tribune
Location
Galena, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1905
Page
1
County reports show minimal corn planting with rain flooding and wet soils in northern and central districts. Some oats damaged by hail. wheat and rye heading out. fruit trees and berries set heavy. Town notes: Galena case appeal and rural mail carrier exams reported.
Sheriff Whitmore now owns a fast naptha launch named Stilletto built in Red Wing Minnesota. The 20 foot craft has a three horsepower engine and can carry eight people. It was brought to Galena by its own power in three days by Clyde Whitmore, the sheriff’s son. A boat house addition lies beside Frank Owens’ boathouse, with gear to haul the craft in for shelter when returning from Yonker’s Lake or the Mississippi. A Dubuque party arrived aboard the launch Marguerite. Dwight Lamb drowned on the Mississippi near Bellevue last Friday afternoon.
A local sale advertises ingrain carpets in many colors and patterns from 20 cents per yard. lace curtains priced from 19 cents to $10 per pair. glass and china sets on sale with deep discounts. sewing machines from $11.75 to $25. baby carriages and go carts discounted. ready made garments and ladies wear also offered at low prices.
In a letter dated May 17 1905 D A Callahan Freeport reports brick paving costs about 4.20 to 4.50 per running foot for 40 to 50 foot wide streets foundation laid with crushed stone and rolled contract work excludes curbing engineer favors brick over macadam and notes both methods used in Freeport Galena resident Owens shares publicized opinions supporting brick paving.
Ready for trial in Dubuque as the state faces Dr Harman with Mrs Harmon employing Fitzpatrick to assist. Chicago witnesses expected for the prosecution. Defense led by Alphons Matthews, M H Cleary, and Thomas H Duffy. County Attorney Barnes and Fitzpatrick to prosecute. The hearing may fill Friday and extend into the week with jury selection and full testimony.
Harry D Gilbert of Rockford has filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition in the U S court at Freeport through attorney H S Hicks. Liabilities total 188 16 and assets 265. It is the tenth case filed with clerk Callahan eight transferred from Chicago since the new court act. Referee A E Fisher of Rockford holds jurisdiction over Winnebago Boone Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties.
Opening game draws 500 fans as Galena Invincibles outplay Dubuque Orioles 9 to 1 at the Ball Park. Herberger cool on mound wins steady duel, while Friedlein allows nine Galena hits. Cahill, Sheean, and Freund spark early scoring. Galena plates runs in first, doubles, and innings two through five before finishing with strong defense.
Decatur arrival Peter Coover, an amateur, starred for Cedar Rapids yesterday, sharing honors with Manager McFarland. He hit well, ran bases hard, and made a spectacular left field catch that outdid Thornton. The crowd cheered his outstanding defense amid heavy rain making the diamond slow.
Hanover Journal reports Galena resident Judge Hudson targeting a spot on the State Board of Pardons. The article highlights his support for Governor Deneen, his campaign work, and hopes the governor will reward loyalty rather than forget past assistance.
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