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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1899
Page
2
Miss Mary Yellen Lease of Kansas plans to move to New York following Thomas B. Reed’s example. It is believed she will continue campaigning for woman’s suffrage, a cause that stirs sympathy for New York.
The firm in Freeport named Burchard and Burrell is described as strong. Mr Burchard is praised as an able lawyer and safe counsellor. Mr Burrell, a young man with fine education and notable natural ability, is forecast to lead the Northern Illinois bar within ten years.
Congressman W A Rodenburg of East St. Louis defends expansionist policy and German sentiment in his district. He notes many German Americans back McKinley and argues Carl Schurz misrepresents German-American views while stressing his district’s enthusiasm for expansion.
The Savannah News notes the South remains solidly Democratic yet warns expansion will challenge the party. It cites influential Southern papers such as Louisville Courier Journal Nashville American Chattanooga Times Atlanta Constitution Richmond Dispatch New Orleans Picayune Galveston News as pro expansion and says Bryan will back an anti expansion platform aiding Republicans to win several old solid South states.
George H Daniels, general passenger agent of the New York Central, spoke at the Philadelphia International Commercial Congress, describing the superiority of American railways.
A single locomotive pulled a 16 car passenger train from New York to Albany 143 miles in 3 hours 15 minutes at 44 mph, with a 1,882,000 pound 1212 foot long consist. The Empire State Express runs 440 miles New York to Buffalo in 8 hours 15 minutes at 434 mph with 28 slowdowns and four engine changes.
The Richmond Virginia Times criticizes restoring wildcat and corn stalk banking as a cure for currency issues. It likens such moves to 1832 62 schemes and argues revolutions do not reverse. The paper defends the 1862 shift toward a real national banking system under congressional supervision.
The passage argues Republicans will oppose trusts with eloquent, patriotic speeches that lack practical effect. It recalls a Democratic Congress that briefly targeted a single trust, the Sugar Trust, led by M. D. Harter, but the effort failed and was discarded as the parties exhausted the scrap without significant reform.
In a brisk market session the trusts led gains with overall indices lifting as investors pushed prices higher by roughly twelve points. Leaders among major names drew buying interest while volume remained steady across sectors.
Gen H V Boynton, chairman of the Chickamauga National Park Commission, spoke November 23 at Chattanooga Tennessee on Illinois monuments dedication. He honored veterans and martyrs, contrasting grand strategy with the courage of Grant Thomas and their officers amid war hardships.
The Kentucky election shows Democrats controlled all election machinery with no Republicans as judges or clerks. Official returns give Taylor the Republican governor's majority by about three thousand, while the Democratic party holds an 82 seat joint majority in the Legislature. Goebel supporters expect seating despite alleged intimidation in Louisville. A fair tally suggests Kentucky voted Republican by twenty thousand and will likely do so in the next presidential race.
The State Factory Inspector Campbell annual report for year ended October 31, 1899, shows record industrial prosperity in Pennsylvania. More workers in mills and factories, large wage gains, and a demand for skilled labor outweighs supply, with 328000 more employed than 1896, 293916 more than 1897, and 182207 more than 1898. The Times notes the trend may lift unskilled workers into skilled roles, and foresees continued prosperity with rising wages and demand for arboreal and factory goods in the coming year.
Governor Fifer reports a large volume of congratulatory letters after his appointment as interstate commerce commissioner. He notes cranks also send communications with varied schemes to advance mankind through improved transportation methods, attracting incidental attention to the commissioner's office.
A brief note says a father bids farewell to his young son before departing for a journey. The moment captures a quiet family scene with an emphasis on parting and hope for return.
A young hopeful, lengthening his absence to tend to his mother, tells his parent he will shield his mother from trouble. That night he prays by his grandmother's knee asking blessings for grandparents and father while declaring God need not trouble about his mother, for he will take care of her.
A wealthy Bath citizen requested a street lamp. council refused, he snubbed them, added a codicil to revoke a 75000 bequest for a new town hall, citing the insult as reason. He died, and the town learns how a hostile response cost them.
The Nashville American argues the Democratic party must realize free silver gains no longer dominate politics, anti-imperialism is not the scare tactic it once was, distant annexations do not threaten the Union, the army size is not feared, and the public does not fear an imminent horseman. The paper, a long-standing Southern Democratic voice, notes its own past sufferings from party folly.
John H Reagan of Texas is the sole surviving member of Jefferson Davis' cabinet, once Postmaster General. Born in Sevier county East Tennessee, he walked to Palestine, Texas at 18 in 1836 and has lived there since. Now 81, he remains hale with a clear voice and a life marked by steady work on the plains of his adopted state.
Andrew Carnegie, often critical of his detractors, donates 1 750 000 dollars to enlarge the Pittsburgh public library. The timing suggests motives beyond philanthropy and aims to shift focus from mills and politics to literature, yet the gift remains a princely contribution for Pittsburgers and future generations.
The piece notes St Josephs College in Manila founded in 1595 with first class in 1601. Jesuit control lasted until 1768 when expulsions led to forfeiture and use as barracks, later reversed, returning to church control. Now a center for medicine and pharmacy in the new world.
The passage critiques possible Republican leaders for Speaker noting contenders like Old Doe Annan Grosvenor Jousins Delli Ver Hepburn Dalzell Payne Moody Boutelle Hitt Steele and concludes the lineup is poor for a majority. It highlights impetuosity indecision and lack of clear leadership.
History notes a billy goat beloved by his master yet distrusted by the community for bucking behavior. He attacked nearly everything and grew more aggressive as success bred further boldness.
A pugnacious goat named Billy challenged a passing express train named General Prosperity. The collision proved fatal for Billy, who lay by the roadside as the train passed. His owner lamented Billy's bravery and blamed his ill judgment in a blunt, colloquial valediction.
The piece argues that Jefferson recommended distributing surplus federal revenue to states for schooling during Jackson’s era. It notes that millions were added to state school funds, reflecting the belief that education should be state funded to ensure citizens’ capacities in a free democracy. It contrasts this with New England zeal on education.
A fragmentary verses celebrate Illinois with repeated refrains of the name and a tribute to the state’s role in U S history. It references Abraham Lincoln Ulysses Grant and the wartime memory, framed as a patriotic reminiscence through rivers prairies and commerce.
In a humorous dialogue a man jokes about whales and catching them while a boy delays until home. A French chat in a public conveyance prompts a quip about not being understood. A Socialist defines itself as willing to divide what one does not own. The Old Friend mentions a daughter’s wedding to a Count, joking about costs. Walter at Blue Haven reports half-back progress, prompting a pun about becoming a whole back.
President Madison era insights on the constitution proving adaptable for a growing republic. The nation expanded from thirteen states to over eight million square miles, with territories added by purchase and conquest. The text argues the Constitution has thrived under expansion, civil strife, and foreign acquisitions, encouraging further growth for self-government.
England’s railways increasingly patronize American locomotive manufacturers. London businessman Mr. Cecil Green notes that two major trans-continental railways in Great Britain have recently placed large orders with prominent American firms, signaling a shift in supply.
English railway directors ordered engines from a home firm but delays lasted months. An American manufacturer delivered sixteen locomotives to Britain in two months. The piece notes the rising English preference for U S builders and laments Britain’s lack of sleeping car comfort compared with American travel.
The Carlinville Democrat argues against bolting and for loyal backing of the Republican nominee. It contends Republicans will unite behind Governor Tanner if renominated, and that supporters of any candidate must show party loyalty or risk harming the party. Voters will vote in primaries and unite behind the majority choice.
Henry Clews the New York banker calls the President's message well written and conservative and likely to satisfy Americans. He highlights the gold standard, tariff alignment, and keeping Treasury gold from outflow, noting victory over bankruptcy fears and an experienced handling of foreign affairs and domestic trusts. The banker urges broad public support for the President's policies.
In Chattanooga Tennessee on Wednesday evening November 22 residents hosted a public reception for Governor Tanner and Illinois delegates at the dedication of Illinois monuments. Speeches were delivered by Chattanooga Mayor Col Tomlinson, Confederate veteran Fort, Governor Tanner Senator Cullom General John T Wilder and others with Gen Smith D Atkins then addressing the crowd stating all are citizens of the great republic and fellow Americans.
The speaker extols Northern unity after war linking Lee and Wheeler to a unified republic. He praises diverse regions joining in mutual respect under equal laws, notes the ballot as king, and argues majority rule sustains American government and liberty.
U S labor commissioner Carroll D Wright told University of Illinois students that the labor question is a perpetual struggle between individual interest and self improvement. He argued that conflict between labor and capital mirrors buyer and seller dynamics and cannot be cured by reforms alone. Fair dealing by both employers and workers is the only relief, as the fight must continue as a fact of civilization.
A reflective line states that progress hinges on men's continual effort and that the world would stop advancing if that drive ends. The quote underscores enduring pursuit as a catalyst for change and growth.
The social event drew many attendees as Gibler’s Orchestra played a lively program. Event organizers included Mrs Altenbern, Mrs Whitlock, Mrs Krohn, Mrs Knepley, Mrs Hoffman with floor committee members listed. Friday Night Euchre Club members were entertained at Mr and Mrs O E Cummings home on West street with prizes won by Mr and Mrs J W Van Dyke.
The Lexington club hosted an informal dance last night. Members are planning a big mid winter ball during the holidays with December 28 set as the date.
Advertises Rocky Mountain Tea claiming digestion and assimilation improve, blood becomes new, flesh and bone firm, sold for 35 cents by Em mert and Burrell.
The German military society will hold an officer installation tomorrow afternoon with President Reichter presiding over the ceremony.
An old article extols cereals and grains cooked long enough to break tough cell walls. It argues that undercooked starch causes indigestion and fermented stomachs. Grape-Nuts is praised for nitrogenous and starchy balance, easy digestion, and suitability for babies. Sold by first class grocers, produced at Postum Cereal Co. in Battle Creek, Michigan.
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