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Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1886

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Dynamite raids and Chicago police raid anarchist HQ

Police led by Captain O'Donnell raided an anarchist headquarters at 015 Center Avenue uncovering banners vilifying employers and the church. A wounded Polish telegraph operator, John Michalski, and a huge contraption loaded with a forged dynamite bomb were seized. Two officers died from Haymarket riot wounds as chaos spreads through Chicago streets.

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Peace Prevails At Milwaukee After Two Days Of Unrest

Reports from Milwaukee dated May 7 describe a calm return following two days of violent social unrest linked to socialist and anarchist activity. Authorities detained Grottkau and Gustav Roessler, with grand jury indictments anticipated. dynamite thefts and threats to public buildings sparked state troop deployment. Labor clashes, arrests, and ongoing strikes disrupted city life as unions and citizens brace for further action.

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British Socialist Views From Loxton May 7 Conversation

A British socialist report from Loxton on May 7 relays representative socialists and labor agitators arguing the Chicago riots were provoked by arbitrary authorities actions. Hyndman blames police brutality yet defends civil resistance if free speech is blocked, while noting capitalist corruption and the desire for organized force to advance social democracy.

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River and Harbor Bill Passes House Amid Debate on Mississippi Improvements

The House approved the river and harbor bill by a 41 vote margin after weeks of debate. Provisions focus on Mississippi and Missouri projects, with contention over funding, commissions, and possible War Department control. The bill forecasts net appropriations near several million dollars, while opponents cite other allocation priorities and political maneuvering. The vote tally shows a split along party lines, with many Republicans and Democrats opposing various amendments. The session adjourned at 6:00 p.m.

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Will Try to Throttle It Alleged Tariff Debate

The Star reports Republicans oppose urgent debate on the tariff bill to maximize political gain. They aim to kill the measure by keeping it off the calendar despite efforts to force consideration. Logan props a Mexican pension plan expanding eligibility and benefits for veterans, with reforms for widows and dependents.

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Inter State Commerce Bill Sparks Amended Debate in Senate

Washington May 7 The Camden amendment to the interstate commerce bill draws heated opposition from Senators across party lines. Critics say it would block rail rates and cripple western markets while supporters warn it could derail needed reform. The bill remains under active consideration with votes anticipated before adjournment.

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Dared to Defend Himself and Lynch at Jail

A plantation overseer Groen and a companion quarrelled with a black laborer Robert Smith. Groen shot Smith after an altercation at a cabin. Smith was slightly hurt. Groen fatally wounded and died Wednesday night. A lynching party later seized a jail inmate and hanged him. Ohio Senate notes report quorum issues and appointments blocked.

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