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Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1887

Page

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Way Down Prices At Local Candy and Groceries Store

Mixed and hand made candies advertised by the pound with various prices. The layout lists dried fruits, canned goods, teas, coffees, spices, flours, and fresh produce with per dozen prices for citrus and fruit. The note mentions delivery to the city and a general store assortment under “Holiday Goods.” The OCR shows a broad catalog style typical of a local shop circular.

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Senate and House Clash Over Rules and Messages

In Columbus Ohio on January 4 the Senate refused joint session with the House while Republicans denounced the governor’s message as an insult. The two chambers adopted party lines on rules, adjourned, and planned further action as Governor Gray’s lengthy address outlined state debt and prison reform amidst partisan protest.

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Illinois Legislature Debates Soldier Candidate Pressure

Short sessions feature talk of Logan’s replacement by a Grand Army member and possible shifts involving Governor Oglesby and Lieutenant Governor Smith. The Senate pays respects to David Davis. the House prints all bills. In Wisconsin, a Democratic convention harmoniously nominates Dr Samuel Johnson for the long term and James Hordan for the short term. A Worthington recount shows a net gain for Post . Carlisle may seek US Senate seat. A Chicago gas explosion injures several workers. other reports note a New Jersey entrepreneur fleeing with about 70000 in company funds.

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Tragic Train Collision Details Debated In Court

Testimony outlines the derailed passenger train near Haitiport and the deaths and injuries. Prosecutors describe the engineer’s alleged neglect and the crew’s actions as witnesses recount the events preceding the collision and the resulting fire.

Congressionals and Politico Debates Reported in Capitol

The day's accounts detail debates on tariff and appropriation measures. Congress considered extending deadlines and funding for internal revenue, while discussions touched on naval and military supply, and executive actions amid ongoing political maneuvering.

Trial hears Buller on Kerry rents and landlord pressure

In Friday’s trial of Dilton Harris Sheehy and others for conspiracy Sir Redvora Buller described conditions in Kerry upon his arrival and during his stay. He said he urged landlords to consider tenants’ ability to pay rents and cited hardship on Lansdowne estates. Sir Hicks-Beauch admitted press ure on landlords to grant terms but refused to specify who used it or if it was effective. He believed landlords did not evict for unpaid rent, while a court case referenced W. C. Jones’s reading of a will and a dramatic account of a woman awakening from a trance amid testimony at the trial. The report notes political lobbying, calls over union public figures, and a separate item on winter storms and frozen infrastructure in Michigan and New York areas.

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Burglar's Fate Postponed in County Arrest

A young man named Hall, married and living near Snebbing, is jailed on $800 bail awaiting trial for a burglary at the Scott store where he worked as an machinist. He was intoxicated when seized, with over $200 found on him including cash from the store till. He confessed to prior nocturnal looting and claimed an inside access prevented early alarm. Local officers recovered footprints in snow and connected him to earlier incidents at the Scott establishment.

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Randolph Mays Visits TMT City Amid Railroad Work Delays

Randolph Mays visits TMT City to review the Central’s work and inspect Yellow Creek siding. He reports progress on right of way nearing completion but notes condemnation suits may cause delays. Also covers a freight train collision in Gavlona, railroad service impacts, local revival services, and recent obituaries and legal notices.

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