History of Stephenson Co IL Vol. I. S. J. Clarke Publishing Co. 1910. Contributed by Karen Hammer
William Wallace. A suicide broke the even tenor of the life of the people in 1841. An old man, William Wallace, had settled in the county in 1836. From his peculiar actions the people who knew him regarded him as insance. Little was known about the man and his history. In one of his melancholy moods, he hanged himself to a tree near the village of Rock Grove. His dead body was found swinging from a limb by some boys who were out hunting for cows in the "common." The boys carried the news to the settlers, who hastened to the place, cut down the unfortunate man and buried him near the spot of his own execution. The suicide caused quite a ripple of excitement over the county.

History of Stephenson Co IL Vol. I. S. J. Clarke Publishing Co. 1910. Contributed by Karen Hammer
The Broadman Murder: The year 1843 brought the first murder in the county after its incorporation. The tragedy occurred on a farm in Rock Grove township owned then by Daniel Noble. Boardman was a hired man employed by Noble. As the story goes, one day in the fall of 1843, Noble and Boardman with their guns started off on a hunt. The two were gone several days, when Noble returned without Boardman. Noble explained that Boardman had gone in the direction of Wisconsin, being discouraged with the prospect in Rock Grove township. Boardman gave a watch to Noble and asked him to tell Mrs. Boardman that when he was located in a few home he would return for his wife. The winter and spring passed and Noble's story of Boardman's disappearance was not questioned, largely because of the character of the relations apparently existing between the two men. Early in the summer, a Mr. Marsh, a neighbor of Noble, discovered the remains of man in the brush. The skull showed evidence of violence, and Marsh severing it from the body, took it to Noble's farm and in the presence of many men exhibited the "find" to Noble. Suspicion already under current, was strengthened against Noble becuase of his appearance and conduct when confronted with the skull. It was agreed that Noble should be arrested the following day, or just as soon as a warrant could be secured from Justice Frankenberger. Noble took time by the forelock, however, and that night disappeared, leaving his wife with her father in Ogle County. He was last heard of at Dixon, and was never found or arrested. Consequently the story of the murder has never been told.

March 23, 1876 The Indiana Democrat (Indiana, Pennsylvania )
Six car-loads of passengers from Hagerstown and the Cumberland Valley passed through Harrisburg , on Tuesday last, for Freeport , Illinois , where they have purchased land for farming purposes. The entire party consists of about 300 men, women and children. From the fact that this is the second lot of emigrants who have started for Illinois this year, it is reasonable to suppose that those who have gone before are doing well. (Contributed by Nancy Piper)

15 February 1895 Freeport Weekly Democrat contributed by Karen Hammer
A Surprise - Bonton, Feb. 13-- As soon as the young people of this vicinity discovered that Thursday, February 7, was the sixteenth birthday of Miss Ivy Van Brocklin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. O. Van Brocklin, they plotted a surprise for her on Friday evening, February 8. However, the surprise was in store for the plotters, as Miss Ivy had discerned the intentions of her friends and received them in an easy, graceful manner. Charades formed on of the principal amusements although various other games were indulged in, and the spacious parlors rang with the merry laughter of many voices. The nice lunch which had been prepared was enjoyed by all present. Before leaving Miss Ivy's youn friends presented her with a very handsome toilet case, as a reminder of the occasion, and as a token of their affection. After thanking Mr. and Mrs. Van Brocklin for their hospitality, and wishing Miss Ivy many more pleasant birthdays, the guests departed at a late hour.

1890 Freeport Journal Standard - (Mentioned in the 25 June 1940 issue "Looking Back")
W.B. Herlocker photographed the high school graduates in a group today.

Will Stevens is getting up a party of young folks who will hold a private celebration at Cranes Grove on the 4th of July.

Harry M. Hyde came down from Dubuque this morning to attend the second annual reception and banquet of the High School Alumni.

Miss Alma Erfert, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Erfert left this morning for Laramie Wyoming, where she has accepted a position as cashier in a large wholesale grocery house.

Roy and Frankie Lapelly are home from St. John's military academy located at Waukesha County Wisc. Both boys passed and Frank got first prize for good behavior and regular attendance.

The officers of all the Freeport banks have agreed to close their institutions every afternoon at 3 p.m. during the summer months instead of 4 p.m. The plan goes into effect the first of July and will be in force until the 15th of September.

September 2, 1898 Freeport Journal Standard
Mrs. Caroline Caldwell, through her attorney, J.A. Crain, has begun suit for divorce from her husband, Dr. W.S. Caldwell, who will not oppose the suit nor the alimony his wife asks for." Divorce was granted Sep 21, 1898, Dr. Caldwell did not contest.

Journal Standare November 16, 1905
Mrs. Fredericka Ruthe is very low
Frank Warner of Boston, is seriously ill.
Rev. Hess, who suffered a stroke of apoplexy several weeks ago, is rapidly improving.

Miss Cora Mattert has resumed her position at the F.R. Rice fruit house, after an illness.

Mrs. Victor Powell is critically ill at her home in Matoon IL and all hopes for her recovery have been abandoned. Mrs. Powells many Freeport friends sincerely regret that her health is poor and they unite in the hope that she will recover.

Mrs. Elizabeth Snyder, residing in Fifth avenue fell last evening and broke the knee cap of her right knee. She was walking down the steps in the rear of her residence and in slipping fell down upon her knees.. Mrs. Snyder is 75 years old and it is feared that she will be unable to use the limb again.

A.B. Tracy, who has been bill clerk at the Illinois Central freight office, has resigned hispostiion to accept a position in the same capacity at DeKalb with the Illinois, Iowa and Minnesota railway. Mr. Tracy has been a faithful employee and will no doubt makes good in his new position. His position at the local offices will be filled by Fred Niedermeier and Harry Dorman will fill Mr. Niedermeiers position.

All who can should make a special effort to be present at St. Mary's hall on Wednesday evening Nov. 22 (1905) to hear Father Vaughan lecture, "The Land of Possibilities". This will probably be the last opportunity the people of Freeport will have of hearing this gentleman for some time. Admission is 50 cents.

Capernaum shrine No. 4 will hold its regular meeting for the election of officers this evening at 7:30. Every member is expected to be present. Cards and a social time will follow.

The Freeport Gun club will hold its weekly shoot Friday afternoon instead of Saturday of this week.

The Society of Women Workers of the First Presbyterian church will hold their meeting in the parlors of that church on Friday afternoon. Directors meeting at 2:30. Subject for the afternoon meeting is "Korea and Syria". Leaders Mrs. Caroline Barrett and Mrs. A.J. Goddard.

The Junior class will give a party at Globe Hall tomorrow night. Miss Davis and Mr. McGill will act as chaperome.

Mrs. Brown, Grace Bender, Etta Smith and Miss Holmes visited school this week.

The High School orchestra practiced lasat evening. Edwin Rotzler is directing the orchestra this year.

Edward Espe of Kent is in the city today
C.F. Hildreth was a morning passenger to Chicago
D.W> Burrell is transacting business in Chicago today
Justice H.B. Witte went to Milwaukee this afternoon
Guy Jencke was returned from a business trip to Chicago
John A. Wolf has returned from a business trip to Chicago.
Mrs. Edward Guth. of Ridott is visiting friends here
Mrs. Karl Becker went to Aurora this morning
J.A. Black of Winslow is transacting business in the city today.
Mrs. P.B. Stover of Winslow is visiting friends in the city today
Edwin Hall has returned from Chicago
Mrs. W.W. Harpster and Mrs. A.Bixler are visiting friends at Lanark today
Mr. and Mrs. John Dilley went to Ridott this afternoon to be the guest of relatives
Mrs. J.W> Daniels went to Chicago this m orning to visit her sister Mrs. W.A. Bell
Mrs. M. Maurer has gone to Hampshire IL to be the guest of relatives and friends
Miss Emma Shoesmith of Lena passed through this city on her way to Chicago
Mrs. W.N. Camp of Clinton went to Rockford this morning
Miss Lillian Mudeska has returned to Freeport
Representative J.E. Taggart Dupty U.S. Marshal W. D. Mack and Master-in-Chancery R.P. Eckert returned from Springfield last evening

Miss Cora Ulrich erturned to Cincinnati after visitingher parents. Mr. and Mrs. J.G. Ulrich. Miss Ulrich is a nurse in Bethesda hospital at Cincinnati.

Mrs. Charles E. Cross who has been visiting her daughter Mrs. A. Luebbing returned to Marion Iowa this morning. She was accompanied by her daughter who will visit in Marion for several weeks.

Dr. J.A. Cochran of Denver is visiting friends in this city. Mr. Cochran was formerly a resident of this city, having been born and raised here, and is a son of the late Senator Cochran. He went to Denver several years ago and has been very successful in building up a practice at that place. He will spend a few days here before returning to Denver.

The Quaker Doctor is at the Clifton hotel to remain all week. Remember he visits Freeport regularly every month.

Joseph McCool has sold property in Staver's and Knowlton's additions to Sarah J. Bordner for $2,100.

George and Henry Lichtenberger have disposed to a lot in Lichtengerger's subdivision to F.E. Fitch for $220.

T.S. Ryan has purchased from John Hea lot 6, block 1. Hea's subdivision for $1,210.

John J.W. O'Connor Freeport 19 to Lou P. Hoxie, Rockford 20.. Licensed to wed.

Miller Bros. want 25 fresh cows.

The industrial school will open Saturday afternoon at half past one in the parlors of the First Presbyterian Church.

Dr. M.E. Blair, the painless Tooth Extractor will remain at the Clifton Hotel until Saturday Evening Nov. 19. (1905). Several people have already called on him.. here are a few that have been his patients. Mrs. Andy Biehl 10 teech extracted / Ira Shippee 10 of Mt. Carroll 10 teeth restracted / JohN Weaver of Waddams 21 extracted / George Radmaker of Harper 2 teeth extracted / Jerry Wilson of Adams had 14 extracted / Isaac Stamm of Mt. Carroll 4 teech / Jacob Shellhause of Lena 10 teeth / Andy Blehl of Stockton 10 extracted / Willilam Hummel 10 teeth extracted / Irwin Black 4 teeth / Henry Pasch 14 teeth / Mrs. George Masters of waddoms 24 teeth / Bert Johnson 22 teeth / Emma Hird 4 teeth / Ivy Green 4 teeth / Elmer Green 4 teeth / George Koepel 12 teeth / Isaac Diemer of Cedarville 10 teeth and George Schmidt 20 teeth extracted.

Chicago Daily News 7 July 1917 (Submitted by Ida Maac Recu)
Rich Brewer's Son to Prison.
Freeport, Ill., July 6.-- Elmer Ohlendorf of Freeport, a son of a wealthy brewer, today was sentenced by Federal Judge Landis to serve a year in prison on a charge of bootlegging. He also was fined $200. Ohlendorf's father agreed to support his son's family while he is in prison. (Elmer Douglas Ohlendorf was the son of William and Louisa Koehler Ohlendorf)

Sterling Daily Gazette 26 Feb. 1930
Millard Minnier of Freeport, aged 60 years, was injured Wednesday [02/26/1930] morning just west of Morrison when struck by a car driven by Harry Thomsen of Mount Auburn, Ia. He was taken to the office of a physician in Morrison, where medical attention was given a scalp wound and injuries to his body. Later he was removed to the emergency ward at the municipal building. Mr. Thomsen, accompanied by his wife and son, were enroute to Chicago when the accident occurred. Witnesses to the accident state that it was unavoidable as the man stepped in front of Mr. Thomsen’s car when he turned out to avoid striking another car. Mr. Minnier is said to have been walking on the left side of the pavement. The driver of the car and family remained in Morrison awaiting to find out the extent of the man’s injuries. After he regained consciousness Mr. Minnier told server Morrison people that he formerly lived in that city and worked at the Tracey livery stable. He said he was looking for work and was hiking from one town to another in search of it. (Contributed by Larry Reynolds)

08 Sep 1937 Waukesha Freeman ( Wisconsin)
William O. Kroer, teacher in the School of Engineering, Milwaukee, spent the weekend and holiday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kroer, 831 Oakland avenue. Kroers also have as their guest, their niece, Miss Thelma Schauer, Freeport Illinois."
Contributed by Vineta Lynch Shaw

18 April 1938 - Freeport Journal Standard
Mrs. John Shenburger and daughter Melia, Mrs. Henry Neberman and Mrs. Wm. Schlamp spent Tuesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Claude Downing (Lived in Lena).

22 April 1938 - Freeport Journal Standard George J. Henkel, 925 South Carroll Avenue, pharmacist at the Crawford pharmacy, West Stephenson Street, has purchased from Miss Clara Wagner, a fine building lot on South Liberty avenue, near Shawnee street, on which he will later build a new home.

28 April 1938 - Freeport Journal Standard Mrs. B.A. Henkel and son Robert, of Stockton are visiting Mrs. Henkels mother, Mrs. Arris Riggs who has been quite ill the past week, but is slowly convalescing.

14 May 1938 - Freeport Journal Standard Mrs. Alice Watts who has been visiting in Aurora IL for several months has returned to Freeport and is again at the home of her brother-in-law and sister, Mr.a nd Mrs. George J. Dollmeyer, West Stephenson street.

23 May 1938 - Freeport Journal Standard Mrs. George J. Dollmeyer, West Stephenson street, acted as hostess for Mrs. Elizabeth McCluhan Friday night at the dinner given by her for the West End club at Mrs. J.R. Landt's, Mrs. McClunhan being too ill to attend

09 June 1938 - Freeport Journal Standard
Three Freeport students Delores Richter d/o Mr. and Mrs. W. Richter South Miami Ave., Alice LeGrand d/o Mr. & Mrs. Oscar E. LeGrand West Elk St., and Elizabeth Speer d/o Mr. & Mrs. James N. Speer West Douglas st., were graduated yesterday from Junior College of Northern IL State Teachers College at DeKalb.

13 June 1938 - Freeport Journal Standard
Little Jimmy Murphy y, six year old son of Mr. & Mrs. A.C. Murphy, 1115 S. High Ave. accompanied his parents to Monroe Wisc. to visit the lad's grandparents. Suddenly he disappeared from the lawn where he had been playing and after a search of several hours, Monroe police were called. About this time their came a call from Orangeville stating that Harold Musser had picked the lad up about three miles south of Monroe. The boy had informed him he was going to Freeport. Subsequently the parents appeared at Orangeville where they found the boy at a filling station waiting for them. Mrs. Murphy said she believed the boy became lost while playing in the neighborhood and was unable to find his way back to his grandparents house so he started to walk to his home in Freeport.

18 June 1938 - Freeport Journal Standard
Miss Marie Raders has just returned from Chicago where she completed a course in the latest haircut which produces a natural wave. Miss Raders is employed by Vilma's Beauty Shop, corner of Spring St. and Walnut Ave. Call Main 3140 for apointment.

22 June 1938 - Freeport Journal Standard
Henry Dreyer, 30, of 944 East Clinton street, was arrested yesterday by Police Officers Walter Marsh and Robert Eberle, and held for investigation on a larceny charge which conceerned the theft of six pairs of work pants, stolen from the Montgomery Ward store Monday afternoon. The goods were sold at a second hand store and later recovered. Warden fred Manthel stated that Dreyer, a former city fireman, admitted, under questioning, that he had taken the merchandise. He will be given a hearing later.

Freeport Journal the next day: Henry Dreyer, Freeport, who was taken into custody on a charge of stealing several pairs of trousers from the Montgomery Ward store was sentenced to nine months on the state farm at Vandalia when he pleaded guilty in county court before Judge E.J. Sullivan yesterday.

05 July 1938 - Freeport Journal Standard Circuit Judge Albert H. Manus on Saturday granted to Burdette Raders a divorce from his wife Anna Raders, Attorney James K. Carvanaugh represented the plaintiff who charged desertion. The couple was married March 2, 1931 at Oregon IL.

23 July 1938 - Freeport Journal Standard George Henkel, Jr. the three-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. George Henkel, South Carroll avenue, went calling on the neighbors yesterday morning and fell down the back steps at one of the homes and broke his left arm, above the wrist. Hesterday he was very miserable, but has recovered all his natural pep this morning. Mr. and Mrs. Henkel have recently adopted their second child, a six-months old girl, Mary Ann.

04 August 1938Freeport Journal Standard
Frank Borsdorf 508 W. Homer, has been advised of the death of his sister-in-law Mrs. Al Borsdorf who passed away in Chicago yesterday. Funeral services will be conducted there tomorrow. Mrs. Borsdorf whose maiden name was Catherine Burkhart was a native of Freeport. The following Freeporters have gone to Chicago to attend the funeral - Frank Borsdorf, Emma & Lou Borsdorf, Mrs. Edith Jacobs and Mrs. Mary Snyder.

11 August 1938 Freeport Journal Standard
When arraigned in the court of Justice Albert Lindsey yesterday afternoon, Lloyd Hasselmann 28, Freeport WPA worker was granted a continuance of 10 days. Bond was fixed at $2000 and being unable to furnish bond he was returned to jail. Hasselmann is charged with grand larceny it being alleged that he stole a calf from the August Cabot farm in Harlem Twp. He admitted his guilt.

16 August 1938 Freeport Journal
Mrs. Imo Neill of Chicago, spent the latter part of the week with Mr.a nd Mrs. Edwin Raders. Mr. Neill spent the weekend at teh Rader home.

24 August 1938 Waukesha Freeman ( Wisconsin)
Mrs. Kroer dies here on Thursday: Funeral services were held Saturday for Mrs. Josephine K. Kroer, 50, who died Thursday at her home, 831 Oakland ave. She is survived by her husband, Edward; one son, William; four sisters, Mrs. Katherine Jacobs and Mrs. Anne Kerch of Freeport Ill, Mrs. Alice Jackson, Rockford Ill, and Mrs. Elmer Russell, Waukesha; two brother Edward and Albert Schauer of Freeport; four nieces and three nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday at 1:30 p. m. at the Wallace Funeral Home, 705 Arcadian ave, and at 2 p. m. at the First Reformed Church. The Rev. H. G. Settiage officiated and burial was in the Prairie Home cemetery.
Contributed by Vineta Lynch Shaw

29 August 1938 Freeport Journal
Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Yordy, of Enid OK, are visiting at the home of Mrs. Yordy's parents, Mr.and Mrs. Morris Belknap, 1247 West Logan St.

13 September 1938 Freeport Journal Standard 1938
Lloyd Hasselman charged with burglary and larceny withdrew his petition for probation and pleaded guilty to the larceny charges. He was sentenced to one year on the State farm at Vandalia. The probation officer yesterday recommended that Hasselmans petition for probation be denied. He was represented by Att. Wesley Eberle.

22 September 1938 Freeport Journal Standard
Mr. and Mrs. Walker Dollmeyer, who have been visiting in Freeport part of the past week, left this morning for their home in Philadelphia PA. They were accompanied on their motor trip by Mr. Dollmeyer's parents, Mr. and Mrs. George J. Dollmeyer, West Stephenson street, who will enjoy a short stay in the east.

06 October 1938 Freeport Journal Standard
Mr. and Mrs. George J. Dollmeyer, West Stephenson street, who accompanied their son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Walker Dollmeyer, on a motor trip to Philadelphia several weeks ago, returned home last evening. Mr. Dollmeyer has not taken many vacations during his business career - in fact, he said it's the first one he has taken in fifty years. He was greatly impressed with the beauties of Pennsylvania scenery and the model condition of the farming country.

13 October 1938 Freeport Journal Standard
Joe A. Kornfeind Speaker at 40 and 8 Meeting -- Tells many Interesting Facts about the Sudeten area
At the monthly dinner-meeting of Stephenson county vioture No. 180, 40 & 8, hedld last evening at American Legion home fan interesting talk was given byJoe E. Kornfeind, Freeport, on conditions which exist in the disputed Sudeten area of Czechoslovakia. The speaker, wo made an extended visit to that region three years ago, gave his hearers many facts concerning the customs and living conditions, as well as information having to do with questions at issue during the recent European controversy. He presented various angles of the situation, which he said, have not been included in press dispatches and comment.

14 November 1938 Freeport Journal Standard

The Dorcas class of St. John's Evangelical and Reformed church will hold its monthly business meeting Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs. Roy Dreyer, 625 West Chestnut street, with Mrs. Leo Dorsey and Mrs. Henry Ter Hark as assistant hostesses. Election of officers will be held and all members are requested to be present.

21 November 1938 Freeport Journal Standard

Mr. and Mrs. Al Doll and daughter, Irene and Miss Marie Raders spent Sunday at Dickeyville, Wis.

12 December 1938 Freeport Journal Standard
Mrs. Clarence Gamber, South Liberty Avenue, has gone to Chicago to attend the funeral services of Mrs. John Rosch, a former resident of Freeport, who passed away Sat. at teh George Washington hospital, after a long illness. She was 56 years of age. Surviving are her husband and a daughter Miss Frances.

06 February 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Mrs. Frederick W. McNess, West Stephenson street, Mrs. Harold Knotts, South Globe avenue, Mrs. R.E. Dreyer, West Chestnut street, are receiving medical care at Deaconess Hospital.

06 March 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard John Daughenbaugh, 109 East Jackson St. who operates the cigar and news stand in the post office lobby reported to the police that when he came into the building at 7 a.m. this morning he found that the case in which his merchandise is displayed had been opened and that candy bars, 20 packages of chewing gum and 7 packs of cigarettes had been stolen, presumably on Sunday. It is believed that a wire was used to unlock the case.

15 Apr 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard Mrs. Lermond Dollmeyer, West Douglas street, is spending the week-end in Chicago with friends.

15 May 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Mrs. Edward Dreyer, of Racine, Wis., is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Biersach, on Carroll street. This is the first visit Mrs. Dreyer has made in Freeport since her marriage last fall.

20 May 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Miss Kathryn Kincannon, who left this morning for Cleveland Ohio was honor guest at a buffet supper last evening, given by Mrs. Roy Dreyer, West Chestnut street.

29 May 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Barton, William and John Doyle, Mr. and Mrs. William Raders and family, Mrs.M.D. Finkenbinder, and Misses Mayme and Estella Kinsella and John Kinsella attended the funeral of Edward McGrath at Dubuque Wednesday. Mr. Grath lived here for a time having a partnership in the jewelry business.

17 Jul 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Miss Margaret Schlamp of Freeport is spending two weeks at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Downing (In Lena).

Real Estate Transfers - Celia Leckington et al to Albert J. Rosjan w.d. land in Lancaster Township.

20 August 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Mrs. Charles Greier and daughter, Miss Jane Greier, Mrs. Harry Crain and Mrs. Robert Crain have just returned from Hardin, Mont., where they visited Mrs. Greier's brother, Roy Byrnes who formerly lived here and attended Freeport Schools. Before going to Hardin, in about 1918, Mr. Byrnes conducted a blacksmith shop on West Exchange street, together with H. Dreyer. Recently he and Wayne and Earl Beary, also of Hardin Mont., filed articles of incorporation for th Byrnes-Beary corporation to engage in manufacturing, mining, mercantile, commercial and industrial engineering and development with capital stock listed at $10,000

22 August 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
John and Estella Kinsella and Mr. and Mrs. M.D. Finkenbinder attended the Kinsella reunion Sunday at Krape park.

September 5, 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Henen and family of Rockford, John, Irene and Estella Kinsella were Sunday dinner guests of Mr.a nd Mrs. M. D. Finkenbinder.

September 6, 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
I will not be responsible for any debts except those contracted by myself - John Schlamp

September 8, 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
A divorce was granted in circuit court by Judge Harry Wheat in the action of Jean Dilly vs Raymond Dilly. The petitoner was given the right to resume her maiden name of Jean Fisher. The suit was filed by Atty. Louis F. Reinhold and alledged cruelty.

Judgment for $262.66 is asked in an action filed in circuit court by Att. Marvin F. Burt in behalf of Wm. Henen and against Milton and Lewis Scheider. J.M. Childton seeks seeks Judgment for $97.17 against E.B. Reesser in an actiion filed by Atty. Burt.

03 October 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Mr. and Mrs. Walker Dollmeyer tomorrow are returning tot heir home in Philadelphia, after a visit here with Mr. Dollmeyers' mother Mrs. G.J. Dollmeyer, 679 West Stephenson street, who will accompany them.

4 October 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
An Apple tree in the yard of Henry Richter 848 West American street is attracting the attention of neighbors and friends as it has put forth blossoms for the "second" time this year

14 October 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Biersach of Carroll street, have been notified of the arrival of a son to Mr. and Mrs. Edward Dreyer of Racine Wisc. This makes Louis a grandpa.

15 October 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Mrs. George Dollmeyer lost a valuable gold watch and chain last night between the book store and the Pacific restaurant. She will reward the finder.

30 October l 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard Cars driven by J.O. Kornfeind, 52, 647 North Waddell avenue and Ernest L. Burdge, 23, of 441 North Nursery avenue, collided two miles west of Freeport on route 20 Saturday, with the result that both macines were badly damaged. Russell Heitter, South Oak avenue, was riding in the Burdge car, which turned over. None of the occupants was injured although all three were shaken up and slightly bruised. The accieent was investigated by Deputy Sheriff Ray Mead.

24 November 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Mrs. Frank Raders of Manchester Iowa came Monday for a visit with Mrs. Josie Raders and family.

December 4, 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Matson, of Kohler Wisc. were week-end guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Dreyer, 625 West Chestnut street

11 December, 1939 - Freeport Journal Standard
Mrs. George A. Dilly and son Raymond recently moved to 807 South Chippewa Avenue Freeport, from their country home in Ridott twp. Thirty of their friends staged a surprise and housewarming on them Friday night which was a most enjoyable affairs. Cards and games were played and a buffet lunch was served at midnight.

08 January 1940- Freeport Journal Standard George Henkel was one of the builders last year, erecting a modern six-room home, with sun porch and bath on south Liberty avenue. It is two story and of frame construction and is in the $6,000 class of new residences.

27 January 1940- Freeport Journal Standard Mrs. L.E. Jacobs and Mrs. Stanley Rosenstiel were hostesses at a farewell party last night at the Rosenstiel home on North Nursery avenue, honoring their sister, Mrs. Charles Huber, who with her family is leaving to make her home in Danville IL. Five hundred was played, favors being won by MissMary Kinsella, Mrs. F.L. Campbell and Mrs. H.A. Huber. Refreshments were enjoyed after the game. Mrs. Huber was presented with a handsome gift.

20 February 1940 Freeport Journal Standard
Twenty relatives and friends surprised Mr. & Mrs. Henry Richter Saturday night at their home 845 West American street, the occassion being their 25th wedding anniversary. During the social evening Edward Richter showed interesting motion pictures. Refreshments were served at 11 p.m. Mr. & Mrs. Richter were presented with a handsome gift of silver.

26 March 1940 - Newspaper Unknown
Mr. and Mrs. M.D. Finkenbinder and family spent Easter Sunday at the John Kinsella home.

27 March 1940 - Newspaper Unknown
Announcement is made of the marriage of Miss Opal Mae Miller and Ralph Vincent Aspinwall. The ceremony was performed Wed. Afternoon at 2 o'clock at the manse of Westminster Presbyterian church, Dubuque. (March 27, 1940) Rev. Dr. Charles Arthur Carriel officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Henry Miller of Shannon, is a pianist and organist and accompanist at the Jane Becker Arndt School of Dance. She is also a teacher of piano. Mr. Aspinwall is the son of Mrs. Minnie Aspinwall, North Walnut Ave. and the late Charles Summer Aspinwall, was graduated from the Freeport High School and Beloit College. Mr. and Mrs. Aspinwall are residing at 216 S. Walnut Ave, Freeport.

04 April 1940 Freeport Journal Standard
Mrs. Roy Daughenbaugh, 527 W. Douglas street was surprised last evening by a group of friends who came to assist in celebrating her birthday. When she returned she found it brightly lighted and the guests already in possession of her house. After a social of cards the guests served a lunch at midnight. Out of town guests were Mr. & Mrs. Marvind Davidson and family of Monroe Wisc., Mr. and Mrs. Lee Barker and children. Mr. and Mrs. Merrill Barker and Robert Barker, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Gross and family of Orangeville.

April 22, 1940 Trial Date: People vs. J.F. Homan. Harold ARmstrong. Marie Raders and O.C. Kisor, violation of medical practice act.

03 April 1940 Freeport Journal Standard
There will be a quiet celebration of Henry Ohlendorf's 85th anniversary tomorrow at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. B. O'Rourke, 25 1/2 East Main street. Mr. Ohlendorf is hale and hearty and enjoys life, being out around town every day. (Contributed by Ida Maack Recu)

09 April 1940 Freeport Journal Standard
A variety shower which had been postponed during the winter months was given Sunday afternoon at the home of Mrs. William Lobdell near Lena, for Mrs. ALlen Noler, nee Esther Trost. Attending from here were the Misses Lona Offenheiser, Lola Hasselman, Margueritte and Elaine Raders.

24 May 1940 Freeport Journal Standard
Mr. & Mrs. John McCullough and family of Harrison and Mr. & Mrs. August Richter of Freeport were callers at the Wm. Westphal home in Rock City on Tuesday.

28 May 1940 Freeport Journal Standard
Norbert Richter son of Mr. & Mrs. A.J. Richter 476 South Miami Ave. who is a student at the North American College at Rome Italy has informed his parents by cable that he will sail from Naples on the U.S.S. Manhattan Saturday June 1. Both the entire college and faculty have been advised by the American embassy in Rome to return to the U.S. since Italy's entrance into the war seems imminent. The Manhattan is believed to be the last refugee ship leaving the area, booked to overflowing with 1900 Americans anxious to leave. Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Richter and daughter Delores plan to leave for N.Y. to meet Norbert and accompany him back to Freeport.

19 June 1940 Freeport Journal-Standard, page 11, column 3.
Polo News Briefs - Rev. and Mrs. Albion Tavenner and family, of Rockford, and Dr. and Mrs. John L. Tavenner, of Dixon, visited at the home of the Messrs Tavenner’s mother, Mrs. Treasa [sic] Tavenner, on Sunday. Others who visited in the Tavenner home in Sunday were: Mr. and Mrs. Robert Opal and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Opal and Mrs. Prop[?] of Freeport. (Contributed by Larry Reynolds)

26 July 1940 Freeport Journal-Standard,
Last evening, Miss Flannery entertained the "Get-Together" bridge club at the home of the Misses Mary and Irene Kinsella, on West John street. The announcement of her ingagement was found in a pack of playing cards. Favors in bridge went to Mrs. George J. Henkel, Miss Marie McCarthy, Miss Irene Kinsella dn the traveling prize to Mrs. Albert Clark. Refreshments were served at a pretty table decorated with yellow roses, sweet peas and lighted with tapers. Miss Flannery came to Freeport four and a half years ago from Chicago, since which time she has been instructor of nurses in the training school at St. Francis hospital. Her name is in DeWitt Iowa.

15 July 1940 Freeport Journal-Standard
Miss Carmen Flannery, superintendent of nurses at St. Francis hospital, was guest of honor at a pre-nuptiall kitchen shower Saturday night, given by Mrs. Karl Balles and the Misses Mary and Irene Kinsella and Charlotte Noll at the Balles home on East Washington street. Miss Flannery's marriage takes place in the early autumn. Bridge was played, favors going to Miss Flannery, Mrs. John Carpenter and Miss Cuna Clark, the guest prize and many shower gifts being received by Miss Flannery. Lunch was served at a prettily decorate table, garden flowers and tapers in pastel shades, carrying out the color scheme. Figurines of bride and groom were used as a centerpiece.

27 July 1940 Freeport Journal-Standard
Freddie Bauch, 1173 West Pleasant street and Burdett "Dutch" Raders, 815 East Fir street, suffered minor injuries in an automobile accident at Lanark (Carroll County) about 2:30 a.m. while on their way from Savanna to Freeport. Both were taken to St. Francis hospital where they received medical attention. Both were able to leave the hospital this morning.

13 August 1940 Freeport Journal-Standard
Miss Eulaylia Fitzpatrick, of Grand Rapids Nebraska was an overnight guest Saturday in the M.D. Finkenbinder home. On Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Finkenbinder, their daughters, Thelma and Mary Beth and their guest attended the family picnic at the John Kinsella home in Dublin.

28 October 1940 Freeport Journal-Standard

Mrs. Clara Herrick has given up her home on North Green Avenue and is living at the Licondo Hotel.

07 November 1940 - Freeport Journal Standard Mrs. T.K. Best, Mrs. George J. Dollmeyer, Mrs. Jacob Weiss have returned from Newton IA, where they were guests at a house party given by Mrs. Matilda Wendt. Mrs. A.E. Hanke, another guest, remained for a week's visit.

21 December 1940 Freeport Journal Standard
Jimmy Dreyer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy E. Dreyer, 625 West Chestnut celebrated his 13th birthday with a stag party Friday evening. A delicious supper was served by his mother at 5:30, the ornamented birthday cake being the center of attraction. Large candy canes were given as favors. Later the boys attended the Patio theatre. Jimmy was generously remembered.

18 January 1941 Freeport Journal Standard
The monthly community meeting was held Thursday night at Dublin school north of town. Serving on the committee were the Hugo Neebel, FloydMiller, Jesse Miller and William Raders families. Cards furnished entertainment for the forty people present. Prizes were won by John Kinsella, Estella Kinsella,Mrs. Jesse Miller and Arch Solt.

04 February 1941 Freeport Journal Standard
Walker Dollmeyer of Philadelpha PA is spending a few days with his mother, Mrs. George J. Dollmeyeer, West Stephenson street, before leaving for Burbank Calif., to accept a position with the Lockheed Aircraft corporation. Mrs. Dollmeyer is spending the time with her parents at Galva IL and will join her hsuband at Galesburg and they will go together to the Pacific coast.