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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1874
Page
4
Freeport notes report rising prices and market activity, with Easter goods, oranges, onion sets, and a steamer opening river traffic. Local politics loom as city elections approach, with candidates for Alderman and City offices named, while crimes, births, church events, and civic improvements fill the page in brisk items.
A spring week brought fifty thousand demons of wind sweeping streets and tumbling mud. Shutters rattled signs creaked merchants grew cross as the dust cloud obscured the weather vane on the Bulletin.
P H Hilman fitted up the old Bige low storeroom in Exchange Block Stephen son street as an auction house. He is an experienced auctioneer and will handle second hand furniture or any goods on commission. He will conduct auction sales anywhere in the country.
W Scott Agney is described as an able, well educated, energetic lawyer who will manage all city legal business with no extra costs. He is characterized as earnest, laborious, and capable, with a good character, deserving earnest and cordial support.
To the Friends of our Public Schools the Superintendent thanks you for liberal attendance during examinations. Your presence encourages and benefits all. You are invited to visit the schools at all times, especially during regular sessions, to inform yourselves of their daily work and condition. Cons. O. Snyper, Sup’t.
Dif fenbaugh of Fry's Block sold $3,000 worth of goods for cash last week. He delivered $1,500 in candies and $1,500 in toys to Mr. Briggs, who operates in Geneseo, New York. The note praises John for his management while noting remaining stock on hand.
O Gallitt reg Republican candidate is the consolidation for supervisor. An old settler, deeply familiar with county business, expected to be one of the best supervisors this township has had. Vote for Gatliff.
Entertainment at the Opera House Friday evening features the High School chemistry class members. The program promises good music and an unquestionably delightful experience for all attendees.
The Quarterly Review of the Sabbath School lessons at Salem Evangelical Church on last Sabbath evening filled every space including extra seats. Singing by the school and quartette pieces interspersed with geographical references made the services engaging and edifying. The Sabbath School there is in unusually prosperous condition.
Wright Cavanagh Co boot and shoe dealers report 1878 sales exceeding 63000 dollars and advertise a patent seamless shoe likely to become widely used. Readers urged to visit and inspect the new item even if not purchasing. The piece also notes a public lecture by Mr Ryder on April 8 at the Opera House, with local signers supporting its repetition for community benefit.
Jeremiah Dean is the Republican candidate for Police Magistrate and a man of upright character. The Democratic convention at Hettings Hall nominated city and township tickets including Leonard Stoskopf for Police Magistrate and several ward aldermen and local officials.
John R. Wagoner is the Republican candidate for Town Collector. He is an old-time Republican and well qualified for the office. The endorsement urges voters to elect him and believes he would be a faithful officer.
The letter questions Street Commissioner Darrah about poll tax collections, noting about 350 collected versus an estimated two thousand annually, and recalls Ed. McLaughlin’s eighteen hundred. It argues for better enforcement, then endorses W Scott Agney Jr as Republican candidate for City Attorney, asserting his election would improve legal matters.
George W Oyler secured the Republican nomination for Alderman of the Second Ward. He has faced challenges in the City Council but has remained faithful and watchful of the city’s best interests and should be reelected with an increased majority.
E. B. Hall, longtime agent of the Altietic and Hipress Company, is the Republican candidate for Alder man of Bivet Ward. He is described as an upright business man who will ably represent the ward in the City Council. Ed contends he will carry his ward.
The Republican ticket for Freeport city and township is set after a Saturday convention at Wilcoxon Opera House. City election is Monday April 6 and township election Tuesday April 7. The piece urges unity to defeat the Democrats and lift the community from stagnation.
Fred C. Meyer, already serving on the Board of Supervisors, is named as a Republican candidate for Assistant Supervisor. The report lauds him as an ideal choice and suggests his selection would be optimal.
A crowded view of ward politics and hometown chatter. References to candidates for city and town offices spark predictions and caution about the upcoming election. Reports touch on recent arrivals, returns from travels, health updates, and local business moves including a new delivery wagon for A. L. Burrell and a shift of W. A. Telegraph Co. lines to eight.
Jacob Messe, a longtime town resident, is proposed as the Republican candidate for Township Assessor. The office seeks a well acquainted man with property knowledge and integrity in valuation matters. The report notes a candidate named Deob Menge as a possible contender.
A publication on the 92d Illinois Mounted Infantry details a planned 400 to 500 page history to be printed on tinted paper and bound in cloth with a $2.00 price. Gen B F Sheetz chairs the publication committee. copies available from Oregon Illinois. The text includes General Orders from Mt Sterling Kentucky in 1862 affirming loyalty, aiding law enforcement, and rejecting slave patrols, sparking abolitionist contention and political backlash. The entry notes earlier civil rights stance and the regiment’s confrontations with authorities, including the governor and Col Tom Snell.
Charles T. Green is the Republican candidate for Town Clerk. He is the son of A. T. Green, a capable lawyer, and would keep township records in excellent shape. Vote for Charlie.
The article surveys spring fashion trends with puffed hair and tight sleeves, sun shades, and new bonnet shapes, plus a note on looping dresses and black velvet throat bands. It also profiles Daniel Kryder, Esq., as a Republican candidate for Assistant Supervisor, praising his integrity and fitness for office.
BaiLeYVILLE reports bustling town life with strong merchant trade. Orwell Bailey visits farm, selling price per acre rising from ten to twenty. Public schools to close this week as an efficient teacher departs. lyceum ends its season. residents report sore throats this spring.
Isaac Stine Esq a popular clothing merchant and Republican candidate for City Treasurer is described as a careful business man suited for the responsible position. The item endorses his qualifications and candidacy.
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