29 Jun 1894
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Newspaper
The Joliet Daily Times
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1894
Page
1
A local shop markets its repair service with cash or merchandise for old gold and silver, promising skilled labor and better value with lower prices and a guarantee of quality comparable to any firm in the country.
Democrats force adjournment amid a split council over license action. Mayor Stassen campaigns with police to urge saloon licenses, while reform aldermen defend delaying votes. Citizens prepare for a Joliet Lodge excursion to Peoria with park events and racing, as saloon controversy and local politics clash.
Description of Saengerbund park as a large, orderly, peaceful family-friendly amusement area near Joliet. Managers restrict admission to maintain quality and safety. Chicago families plan outings there for July 4 and other holidays, with the park drawing visitors yearly.
A white necktie with a diamond stud blew from a Chicago and Alton train between Joliet and Bloomington and its location is unknown. A cash reward equal to the diamond’s value is offered for its return to W. L. Burnett, local passenger agent C ARK RK.
In hot weather Ranft's drinks are the best featuring Moxie 11892 soda and mineral waters Ginger ale and ciders. Try the new Wild Cherry Phosphate now for sale by all dealers. Soda water fountains charged at Ranft's factory North Bluff street 596.
Two kitchen girls are required immediately at Hotel Royal. Applicants should report to the hotel office for details and scheduling.
Tickets go on sale July 7 for round trips within 200 miles of Joliet and to return July 5 at one and one third fare. Joliet to Chicago and intermediates are one fare round trip. Date of sale and limit follow the same rules. W I Burxerrt P T A C A RR Joliet.
A large United States map is offered by the Burlington Route for fifteen cents. The North Western line announces excursion tickets to Denver Pueblo and Colorado Springs at less than one fare for the round trip with return allowed until July 27. Inquiries to Chicago and North Western agents.
A jumble of notes reports July 4th gatherings at Sharp shooters park and Riverview park with Turner picnics, Harunari and Saengerbund concerts, dancing pavillion praise, and racing plans. Local figures like E E Henry and Randie are mentioned along with council reformers and license debates shaping city life.
An article extols lactated food as a preventive for cholera infantum and a superior supplement when mothers milk is inadequate. It cites rapid weight gain and healthier infants, cites Mrs Edward Newcom of Logansport as evidence, and claims thousands of lives saved by the product.
The senate completed the income tax provision of the tariff bill amid tense debate. Senator Hill urged striking out the tax, warning of court challenges, but the motion failed 4 to 40 with Democrats Smith Murphy and Hill among opponents. several Republicans supported striking out. Pairings and absences shaped the tally as Morrill and McPherson adjusted votes.
Delegate Joseph of New Mexico predicts Senate and House approval for statehood. He notes long push since 1853 and argues foreign population is less marked than in older northwest states. Other items report indictments in New Orleans and rail yard actions in Cincinnati and Covington.
A friend urges voters to back a candidate by claiming the judge would fill the treasury through contempt fines. The candidate asks what argument was used and the friend touts the plan as popular with taxpayers.
A playful exchange mocks monkey chatter and aristocratic pose while noting a Joliet Turners Fourth of July picnic at Sharpshooter's Park with 10 cents admission and ladies free. Also advertised are Hot Springs Virginia health resorts with grand hotels, train routes, and pamphlet requests for travel details.
Corbett plans to travel to Buenos Aires and present priests grievances to the Vatican, seeking resolution to delays in a hearing against Bishop Bonacum as political conflict among clergy intensifies. The report also notes regional tensions and related international developments.
The clipping lists varied items including Senator Palmer’s limited senate attendance, Columbia and Yale boat notes, a Krupp gun projectile test, a melodrama in London, a Chicago domestic anecdote, Uncle Dave Brewer in Oregon, rising city death rates, historical death totals, London's Sunday picture program, and Appleton's biography reference among graduates.
A torn notice notes open settlement for Kickapoo Wichita and Sam Nanche lands in Oklahoma. Uncle Sam has limited real estate sway. For a free Oklahoma folder with cotton wheat fruits profits climate details contact G. T. Nicholson, G. P. A. Sante Route Topeka.
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