Roosevelt and Fairbanks Campaign Roster in Henderson Hancock and Warren
A historical list names Theodore Roosevelt as president, Fairbanks as vice president, and several local officials. Included are congressional members like Benjamin F. Marsh of Hancock, and county and countywide roles such as Circuit Clerk and Coroner. The roster also cites electoral and county offices including Field of Warren and Magill of Moline with Rhynolds of Aledo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Benjamin F. Marsh
Hancock County
Henderson County
Earld P. Field
Warren County
Living on Air and the American Aristocracy
The St. Louis Republic questions if the American aristocracy exists beyond public display and wealth. It mocks pomp, crinoline fashion, and sensational pretensions while lampooning fad diets and sensationalist talk of living on air. The piece also notes social critique toward extravagance and notes upcoming Chautauqua events.
Air diet replaces meals to honor visitors in future regime
The article satirically imagines a future regime banning dining rooms and large vents replacing meals with atmosphere. It jokes about feeding dignitaries with air and water when hosting potentates like Prince Henry, noting dyspepsia may persist and the shift would surprise guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince Henry
Mrs Muchwed Refuses Fairy Tales in Four Marriages Joke
A New Yorker humor snippet features Mrs. Muchwed rejecting a fairy tale book, remarking she has been married four times and calls fairy tales a chestnut with her. The quip plays on the double meaning of tales and marriages.
Would Never Do Gown Style Quip in Brooklyn Life
A humorous exchange about fashion and giving worn gowns away. The husband suggests passing the gown to the cook if unused, while the wife notes it is out of style. The quip ties to good manners with a reflection on self sacrifice self control and self respect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aguinaldo
Funston
St. Louis
Brooklyn
Probate Proceedings Chronicle of Estate Actions
The record lists multiple probate items including proofs of publishing and posting notices, inventories, appraisals, widows awards, and bond approvals. Appointments as appraisers and conservators are noted for several estates with hearings and final reports recorded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G.tu L. Lunquist
Nelp Swanson
George Hills Bond
Henry Hillier
T R Lees
James Clegg
H F Long
Condition of the County's Crops Report
County Crop Correspondent Thomas Campbell reports to the agriculture department on July 1. Corn acreage reaches 90 percent of 1908 planting with 100 percent condition. Potatoes show 105 percent planted and 100 percent in condition. other crops include clover 60 percent, timothy 90 percent, pasture 100 percent, apples 85 percent, and grapes 90 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Campbell
Department of Agriculture
Holly and Rocky Mountain Tea Ad
A brief advertisement promotes Holly and Rocky Mountain Tea claiming it kills disease germs and supports the human system. It mentions 35 cents for tea or tablets and that F. W. Uhrua sells it, with a note to subscribe to the daily Journal when the solicitor calls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. W. Uhrua
the Daily Journal
Pain Balm Antiseptic Ointment Advertising Claim
A historical advertises Chamberlain's Pain Balm as a antiseptic ointment that heals cuts bruises and burns quickly with no maturation. It urges readers to buy from druggists and try the product to see its superior performance.
Jaw Broken by Blow at Laffin’s Livery Stable
Julius Lambert, 21, lies at Froderick DeWaere’s home in Rock Island with a broken jaw after an attack Monday night by W C Passmore from Laffin’s livery stable. Police pursue Passmore as Lambert’s friends say he was assaulted while returning a horse and buggy. Two teeth removed to aid feeding. jaw recovery expected in about two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julius Lambert
Froderick DeWaere
Rock Island
W.C. Passmore
Laffin
Passmore
Lambert
Cralle
Laffles
Summer Sickness Remedy Promoted In Cheney Ad
Public notice touts Herbine as a tonic laxative and restorative for fatigue and poor appetite. A Cheney writer says it helped for 12 years after doctor’s suggestion. Available for 60 cents at Battles’ Pharmacies. Also promotional note for Rock River Valley Creamery butter in the tri cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. J. Freegard
Grand View Hotel
Cheney
Kan
Newton
Rock River Valley
Tri-Cities
Also Mentioned on This Page
Journal Printing CO
Moline
Iilimots
Theodore. Roosevelt
Cha Ey WV. Fairbanks
Charles 8. Dennen
Cook County
Lawrence Y. Sherman
McDonough County
Len Small
Kankakee County
William H. Siead
LaSalle County
James A. Rosh
Pope County
James S. M’cullough
Champaign County
R. Charles W. Davison
W. N. Abbott
Mary E. Busey
Lawrence
Magill
M. G. Rhynolds
Aledo
George W. G
John K.scott
M A. Gould
LL. V. Bckmart
Living
St. Louis Republic
Cincinnati
James J. Jeffries
Ailinsas
Dave
Biey Pet
Lund
Chautauqua
Dennis McGraw
Dan Fisher
Benton Davis
Edward Coryn
Richard T Leonard
Leornards
Leonards
Richard T Leonards
Eaid Richard ‘Sy Leonards
Murine Trust & Savings Bank
Richard Leonards
Wilson Price
Ferdinand Eckhardt
Mary Adams Lynde
John Rinck
Cornelius F Lynde
William F Tenges
Alexander Owen
R. B Olmstedt
J C Johnston
Ayer
Mses
Steamer “Pearson
Will
Campbell’s Island
Smith's
h’s.Island
Sixteenth Street
Ieeilny Yan
Campbell's Island
Smita’s A
W. C. Passmore
Chicago
St. Paulailway
Rosebud Indian Reservation
South Dakota
Chamberlain da Yankton
Chamberlain
Chamberlain, Geddes and Platte
F. A. Miller
General
Onicano
Hicago
ROBT
H. Ingersoll & Bro
St Meiden Lame
New York
The
Daily Journal
University of Lund
Sweden
Prospect Park, Moline
Eet Duress House
Rock &Gland
Oldee
Wheels
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