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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1878
Page
4
The narrator admires a horse, describing its anatomy in vivid terms. He notes the animal’s strength, speed, and almost human intelligence, imagining it as a priceless gift in life or honor, yet capable of fatal consequence if pressed.
The speaker recalls playing with dolls and dresses as a child, mentioning a worn name Osborne. They describe Sweetheart Horner and Tom Tutter, a pretty baby, and a desire for a dirt step in parental roles. The piece ends with the narrator confessing they turned out to be a boy.
From April 6 1878 a regular correspondent portrays Senators Spencer Conover Burns ide Jones Jones Burnside and others as conspicuous yet not celebrated. He contrasts their vanity and manner with notable figures while praising some humble lawmakers and urging action against political and social abuses to restore safety and order.
A discussion of tram ps as a social problem argues for workhouses to restrain and employ itinerants. It cites Dr. Holland in Scribner as saying banishment is impractical and suggests using state facilities to compel labor, erase sentimental views, and redefine the tramp’s rights as dependent on societal penalties and support.
The State should fund education beyond elementary schooling, arguing that public money for education sustains national welfare. A republic’s stability relies on enlightened citizens, with advanced learning crucial alongside basic instruction for societal progress.
A detailed eighteenth century style portrait of a horse surveys its form and movement. The description praises weight, color, conformation, and elegance, noting a nine hundred fifty pound weight, dark chestnut coat, a plush look, and a flawless, powerful physique from withers to hooves.
Hours and routes listed for Illinois rail lines including Chicago to Freeport Rock Island Rockford and western towns. Freight and passenger departures and arrivals noted with days and times across east and west legs.
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