Honorary Scholarship Examination at Mt Carroll in 1892
County residents aged fifteen and up may compete for a four year honorary University of Illinois scholarship. Examinations on two tracks include technical or literary studies with subject lists. Highest average by county earns the scholarship, criteria include minimum scores, and descendants of Civil War sailors receive preference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of
Cesar
Cicero
Catiline
Archias
Virgil
United States
Narrow Escape in Floyd Flood Spurred by Scantling Aid
George Allman Sioux City lineman recounts his close drowning in the Floyd while crossing in a boat with Fred Ackley to repair a break on Chambers street. He describes being pulled from the water after a mile long struggle with woolen clothes and nails heavy boots and his rescue by a passing boat crew and Ackley. Also notes praise for Chamberlains Cough Remedy and St Patrick's Pills sold by Puterbaugh the druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City
George Allman
Northern
Leeds
Fred W. Ackley
Northern Dispatcher
Floyd
Chambers Street
Ackley
Mr. Ackley
Mr Ackley
Pills and liniment ads bolster health and travel notices
An old column advertises Early Risers pills for conation, dyspepsia, and nerves, with a National Encampment drill trip to Omaha June 13–20 and fares June 11–12. It promotes Downing liniment and Calissya Compound as cures, with testimonials from Puterbaugh's drug sales network.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puterbaugh
Ridgeland farm auction and Rock Creek road bid notices
An 1892 notice lists an auction at Ridgeland farm near Lanark for 20 shorthorn cows and 10 bulls with Bates bulls, lunches served, and a 8 month credit. A separate highway commission ad invites sealed bids June 25 for 50 rods of macadamized road near David Gorden, Lanark, with plans available and bid acceptance at J M Glonelt's court room.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ridgeland Farm
Lanark
Lady Sale
Bates
Kirklevington Duke
D. Rowland
Beard
Commissioners of Highways
Rock Creek
County of
Carroll
State of
Illinois
David Gorden
J. M. Glonelt
City of
Investment prospectus for World’s Fair lodging in Chicago
To investors we place people seeking profit at the World’s Fair in rooming houses, restaurants, hotels and lunch rooms. We invite parties to locate here and offer full benefit from our experience. A letter or call receives immediate attention. Address P. W. Dorn & Co. Chicago Ill Room 74 Reaper Blk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. W. Dorn & Co
Jones Locked Wire Fence Offered as Durable Fence
The Jones National Locked Wire Fence is pitched as the cheapest strongest and most durable fence. It adapts to heat and cold with a springlike crimp and allows wider post spacing, using heavy spring steel stays locked by a Bessemer steel clamp. For materials fences or farm rights, contact T A Cotta Nursery in Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessemer
T. A. Cotta, Nursery
Doud
Noah Flickinger
Lanark, Ill
Freeport Turnfest Excursions and Early Summer Specials
The Biennial Turnfest in Freeport runs June 11 to 15 with excursion tickets June 10 to 15 at one and one third fare round trip. Return by June 16. Also notices for Electric Bitters praise as a liver and kidney remedy and malaria fighter. Other items include party conventions and railroad ads, plus a detailed horse Grover P. pedigree and breeding value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
M.M
Chicago
IES
Puterbaush
Independent Party
M. M. Oxtn
Agt
Nathaniel Koe
Florida
Rysdyks Hambletonian
Dexter
Volunteer
Nathaniel Roe
Seeley
Jay Gould
Dictator
Director
Phillis
Grover P
Arabian Knights
Young Kinble Jackson
Old Kindle Jackson
Imp Grand Bashaw
Duroe
Muffin
Black Hawk
Sherman Black Hawk
United States
Grover
Akron Buckeye Binders and Mowers Service Offer
Akron dealer promotes a full line of repairs and repairs for Buckeye binders and mowers. Prospective buyers are urged to call and compare before purchasing a new machine this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Akron Buckeye
Windmill and Pump Specialists Offer Repairs and Parts
A local service ad touts windmills, pumps, and repairs as its specialty. The offer emphasizes expertise in installation and maintenance for rural water systems.
Fence and gate by McKenney Bros and Lafferty at Cotta Nursery
The notice promotes a 12 foot gate built with Locked Wire Fencing by McKenney Bros. and Lafferty. For buyers seeking a quality lawn fence and gate, contact or visit T. A. Cotta Nursery for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. A. Cotta
Nursery
Repairing Mills and Pumps Agency for Chadwick Area
Exclusive service for the east half of the county offering Junior open wheel vaneless mills and other types. We can install and repair all mills and pumps and will match any buyer’s needs. Call for prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chadwick
Local Store Promotes Exclusive Line of Farm Equipment
Puterbaugh's old stand claims to be the city's sole dealer specializing in Cultivators Mowers Hay Loaders and Binders with a complete line on hand. The shop also emphasizes its affordability for trade and urges customers to buy binding Twine there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puterbaugh
Also Mentioned on This Page
H.M. Banges
Chatsworth
Chamberlain
Miles
Downing
H. 8
J B Wilson
Clay* St
Sharpsburg
Dr. King
la Grippe
Robert Barber
Cooksport
H.S. Puterbaugh
C. P. Purerbaven
Joan Lamorecx
Com. Af
Chicago, Ill
Reaper
Jones National
Electric Bitters
Texas
Burlington
W. J.C. Kenyon
Gen. Pass
St. Paul
Minn
Stars and
Reynolds Bros
Reynold’s Bros
Garibaldi
East
John Snovel
Carroll County
Cemetery
Davin Wave
Ill
Siz
B. K. Mevers
A. Ancuer
Oxford
Brooklyn
N. Y
D. D
New York City
Ennty F. Panpen
125Th Street
7Th Ave
Tue Cenrace Company
Munnay Street
Abstract OF
PFCE
Quer
Carroll County Bank
Mt. Carroll, Il
Edie Chrisman
GOSS
J. C. Hanson
Dralek Ik
Lower Broad Street
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!