29 May 1905
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Newspaper
Galena Tribune
Location
Galena, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1905
Page
1
In the Corker mine at Platteville two miners were overcome by dangerous damp gases. Living stone signaled for hoisting, was briefly lifted before collapsing. John Barker attempted rescue and also collapsed. F Tiende descended to bring the three men to the surface. all are now recovering.
Charles Wenner aged 85 died in Linden Alabama after months of illness. Born in Württemberg Germany in 1819 he came to the United States at age eight, lived in Pittsburgh and Galena for over sixty years, and died May 24. He leaves four daughters and one son. Funeral was held Sunday at Ross's undertaking rooms with Rev. J. A. Matlack officiating. interment in Greenwood.
The Freeport police noted a burglary at State's Attorney L. H. Burrell's Foley street residence during the parade. About $800 in cash and valuables including two diamond rings and a Swiss watch were stolen. Neighbors saw two suspicious men. Dennis Maher reportedly had $10 pocketed. A man named John Renwick was detained by Captain Silk for acting suspiciously.
The Philippines will issue a distinctive six denomination series on July Fourth marking the first real Filipino postage stamps used. Six values carry U S portraits. the 4 centavo, matching our 2 cent stamp, will feature President William McKinley for the first time.
Memorial Day services were held at South Presbyterian, Methodist, and First Presbyterian churches with a First Presbyterian evening sermon on The Flag of Character. Rev J A Matlack preached on The Church and on Providence and Liberty highlighting the Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of Man from biblical to national history. The sermon traced liberty through Magna Charta, the Declaration, and the Emancipation Proclamation, noting Gettysburg and Pickett’s Charge as turning points and honoring the Boys in Blue in shaping a free nation.
Galena defeated Platteville 5 to 2 after a sharp 1 hour 15 minute affair, with O Day executing a notable double play at third base. March, Platteville’s pitcher, kept Galena’s hitters in check while Galena’s baserunning and fielding proved decisive. Bellevue’s Sunday game was a tame affair with Coe’s wildness and nine Galena hits.
The report highlights Coover as a clever base runner and Cahill at second base in both games, with McIntosh and Herberger showing strong control. Kamp draws fan roast, while a large crowd attended. Memorial Day notes, local business blurbs, and notices about births, illnesses, and a mine discovery accompany a funeral report for Miss Mary Foster.
A July 1 effective act changes marriage licensing rules. Applicants must personally appear before the license clerk, removing third party convenience. The act requires birth date and place, full ages, and parental consent for underage applicants, with minimum ages set at 19 for males and 16 for females unless guardians approve.
A Chicago Great Western train arriving in Dubuque carried a band of real Iggarettes from Portland bound for New York and Coney Island. Led by Mr. C. P. Stearnes, the troupe wore native red ribbon costumes and faced curious passengers and hackmen who paused to watch the odd parade on a cool day.
The Board of Supervisors of Jo Daviess County Illinois will hold a regular meeting at the courthouse in Galena on Monday June 12 1905. All persons with county claims must present them by Saturday June 10 1905. Dated Galena May 20 1905.
Harry McCarty a well known Illinois Central brakeman whose parental home is in this city suffered a painful accident at Rockford Friday evening. He now resides at Freeport and the Bulletin of that place says Harvey McCarthy met with an accident last evening aboard the soldier's special out of Rockford. While passing from one car to another he slammed the door on his thumb, smashing it. He was brought to Freeport for care.
Up to date wall paper and low prices offered by J L Edwards at Main and Diagonal Streets. Alfred Peats goods touted as best and always in stock. J J Edwards promotes cheap paper from 3 cents per roll. Barry Brothers advertise children's hose bargains in Galena with red and colored hose at 5 cents per pair for a few days. Siniger Siniger Druggists report mail orders from Aspen Colo for Siniger Corn Salve and other remedies from former Galena residents.
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