Fair and True in Freeport Politics
A Connecticut paper denounces Democratic misrepresentation after a local election. It cites results showing Sunderland defeating Smith for mayor and Shaffer and Sunderland's town gains, arguing the Democratic press distort the vote. The writer urges forthright party principles and courage to avoid copperhead governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport Bulétins
John F. Smith
Sunderland
David H. Sunderland
Freeport
Azayor
Bulletin
Smith
Shaffer
Republic
Illumination at Jourrean office noted by Bulletin editor
A report describes the Bulletin office being lit the same evening as the Jourrean office. A lone compositor was seen by the light, setting up the disheartening election result.
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Bulletin
JourRean
Connecticut Election Defeat and Lost Impartial Suffrage Debate
The piece recalls Connecticut's late election defeat of the Republican ticket and reflects on the state’s prior debate over universal suffrage. It notes Republican papers and leaders claimed it was not a party measure and criticizes the party for failing to pledge universal suffrage in its platform. It argues Republicans should have stood by their colors and fought for rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connecticut
We conclude Davis must be punished for treason
A critical op ed argues Jefferson Davis is a traitor and mass murder suspect, detained at Fortress Monroe. It rails at lenient treatment, denounces releases, and urges loyal readers to press Congress to enforce laws or hold the President accountable for not punishing Davis.
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Jefferson
Davis
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln, and the Charges Emanate From the Executive Department
Washington
Fortress Monroe
Nakob
Robert Ould
Castle Thunder
Salisbury
Andersonville
Lincoln
Milies
Foo
Monroe
United States
Lanark
Libby
Belle Isle
Carroll Hall
Wira
Richmond
Pris
Cinlérail
Fiona
Tata
Chase
Virginia
Georgia
Mr. Johnson
Jefferson Davis
Johnson
Weatch
Inaugural Address of Freeport Mayor Sunderland
Mayor Sunderland speaks to the Aldermen and fellow citizens of Freeport outlining finances, taxes, and city needs. He warns of debt, praises a charter amendment, urges improvements to streets, alleys, bridges, sidewalks, and sanitation, and calls for a capable police force, fire protection, cemetery care, and Sabbath observance. The address emphasizes prudent budgeting, cooperation, and civic unity.
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Sunderland
Common Council
City of
Freeport
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Boing
Dacotan Station
John Waggoner
Kenegy & Co
Wade
Vtteeney
West
WM. McChenry
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Mitchell's Bank
Alephenson
Chicago
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