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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1896
Page
2
The Freeport Daily Journal reports that the next National Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic will be held in Buffalo, New York, beginning August 28, 1897. This item notes the paper's publication details and date of issue December 12, 1896.
Hon. John BR. Tanner Illinois governor elect plans marriage to Miss Cora Edith English of Springfield. She will preside over the gubernatorial mansion while Tanner occupies the office.
The president keeps his Cuba policy steady from a year ago and is expected to lean toward recognizing Cuban patriots in the coming period. The issue remains a central topic as he shapes policy on Cuban affairs.
The Vatican dispute over Archbishop Ireland ends with a message of congratulations to Bishop Ireland of St Paul on McKinley’s victory. The alleged disfavor at the Vatican is revealed as false, with the letter praising Ireland.
A government with a cash surplus never borrows. The Democratic administration has borrowed 262,500.00 dollars, and any treasury surplus claimed by Grover Cleveland would be borrowed money. How would a business view a firm boasting of cash on hand after recently borrowing 262,500,000?
The article notes that only two in a hundred Germans who emigrated to the United States cannot read or write, while 46 in a hundred Italians lack literacy. It suggests Germans typically settle as farmers and become frugal, industrious citizens, whereas Italians tend to remain in cities and are portrayed as a threat to good government.
Charles Gates Dawes of Evanston Illinois is identified as a likely private secretary candidate for Major McKinley. Born in Marietta Ohio thirty one years ago and a Marietta College alumnus, he previously lived in Lincoln Nebraska before moving to Evanston. His father was General Robert Rutherford Dawes, a Civil War Iron Brigade commander.
The Chicago Journal notes Robert R. Hitt of Illinois, chair of foreign affairs, received an ovation as Congress opened. He wields influence on Cuba policy, supporting recognition of Cuban independence, with the fate of Cuba linked to this session and possibly the next.
A long overview discusses tariff policy, upcoming Illinois senatorial election, and the push for Northern Illinois to supply a U S Senator. It highlights Robert R. Hitt as a strong Northern Illinois candidate, reviews Illinois’ Senate history, and analyzes 1894 election results and regional gains for Republicans versus Altgeld and Bryan influences.
The passage contrasts Free Traders who tax working class meals to avoid duties on imports with Protectionists favoring duties to aid home industry. It notes repeated splits within each faction on rates and targets, but asserts Free Traders have always prioritized avoiding duties on manufactured goods over the poor’s breakfast table.
Congressman Canon, speaking in Washington, cites a deficit of 178 million dollars since Cleveland's administration up to December 5, 1896, funded by bond sales. He notes a jump from 25 million in the year ending June 30, 1896 to over 40 million from June 30 to December 5, arguing for revenue legislation and opposing full funding of treasury notes though temporary control might be prudent.
A Democratic paper admits hard times under Democratic rule, arguing Republicans must undo the Democrats' work after the March transition. It mocks the era as Democratic hard times, noting poultry troubles and a rise in chicken theft as proof. The piece blames Democratic tariffs and protection repeal for the downturn.
Fragmentary text hints at a January reveal that Hitt outperformed an unnamed rival to satisfy Illinois State requirements as questions recur. The passage suggests ongoing investigation or inquiry into who achieved what the state demanded, with Hitt emerging as the figure behind the success.
Across multiple Illinois papers supporters hail Robert R. Hitt as the state’s best choice for the United States Senate. They stress his prior service as assistant Secretary of State under Blaine and his broad international-law expertise.
The text extols Paine's celery compound as the leading remedy for nervous exhaustion insomnia and dyspepsia. It cites endorsements from medical men and a Chicago reader Mrs. E Warren Davidson, urging women on the “ragged edge” of health to try it for nervous tension digestion and vitality.
In Illinois a strong Republican majority north of center kept tariff policy untouched, while Altgeld’s anti‑law stance and Bryan’s revolutionary image failed to sway farmers, immigrants, and workers. The piece notes loyalty tipped the state and cites the New York Tribune on Altgeld. It also promotes Shaker Digestive Cordial and a local piano teacher, then advertises an upcoming Beethoven concert tickets at 25 cents in Freeport.
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