Illinois Senate votes to re district for Congress and Senate
The Illinois Senate adopted a resolution to re apportion the state into Congressional and Senatorial districts based on the new census. It argues for immediate redistricting to reflect a potential twenty-member Congress and to avoid an extra legislative session, blaming Republicans who oppose the plan while Democrats and some Republicans delay for Congressional action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois Senate
Congress
Debate on Senate officers and extra session proposal
The Senate debate drifts between majority and minority rights as talks on officers fade. Senator Blagg moves a resolution for an extra congressional session, supported by Mr Blair who favors longer continuous sessions to tackle legislative work. The measure stalls pending today as flood news from Vermillion prompts related relief appeals with local firms reporting losses and distress among residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Senator Blagg
Congress
Blair
Ife
Jesse Burchard Esq
Burchard
Schrader
Letter from States Attorney Cochran on Freeport election
Freeport April 20 1881 James Cochran state attorney replies to Freeport Journal letter about alleged Mitchell offense at town elections. He notes no formal complaint yet filed before a Justice of the Peace but pledges to prosecute any citizen who prefers charges. He condemns fraudulent practices as theft of the people's franchise and supports severe punishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport, Inn
A. V. Ricuarnos
Esq
Eorror
Freeport Journal
William H. Mitchell
Freeport
Mitchell
James
Cochran
No prophecy found for Senate deadlock in this era
A short, reflective note says no Venner or expert has foretold the Senate deadlock, its end, victors, or losses. It mentions Cui Bono as the question asked by supporters of both parties and asserts that even the learned cannot determine the fortunes or dividends of the political standoff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Republicans urged to stand firm against Democratic promises
Thousands of letters to Washington urge Republicans to resist Democratic pleas to refrain from filibustering. The piece claims Democratic promises have never been kept and urges Republican senators to stay rigidly against expediency, insisting the country support a strong, uncompromising battle for right.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Dakota Flood Aid Appeal Prompts National Relief Hope
Governor Ordway speaks for Dakota people amid Missouri River flood destruction. Villages stores houses churches and schools washed away with all belongings lost. Nation likely to organize relief in major cities as past generous responses to fever and fire districts guide flood aid plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ordway
Dakota
Missouri
Dakotas
Len Butler Returns From Cuba to Fuel Senate Deadlock
Len Butler, believed dead by some, has spent months in Cuba and returns, ready to influence Democratic leaders with bourbon tonic to bolster the party in the Senate stalemate. Ben Butler is described as forceful and disruptive, while Ife’s past actions have challenged Democrats, and one more push could shift the deadlock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Len
Butler
Cuba
Senate
Ben
Ife
Senator Cameron Addresses Senate Deadlock In 19th Century Row
Senator Cameron of Pennsylvania spoke to the Democrats detailing the deadlock since the March executive session. He argued a minority cannot dictate majority action and urged a direct determination of their rights within the chamber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cameron
Pennsylvania
Senate
Aly
Hitt Named Assistant Secretary of State for Ogle County Resident
Mr. Robert R. Hitt, long time Assistant Secretary of Legation in Paris under Washburne and Noyes, is appointed Assistant Secretary of State by the State Department in Washington. He is a resident of Ogle County, Illinois, and regarded as admirably qualified for the new post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert R. Hitt
Blaine
Ogle County
Legation
Major Durand Reports on 8th Regt Inspection
Major Durand of Chicago Brigade Inspector for the First Brigade I N G has completed his annual inspection and presents his report on the 8th Regiment to which Company C of this city belongs. The findings cover readiness discipline and equipment as part of the routine evaluation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durand
Chicago
N. G
Windom Plan Praised in Sunday Chronicle
The May and July maturing bonds plan by Secretary Windom drew high editorial praise for its boldness and credit, with critics conceding its success outshines previous financial feats. Banks and financiers across the country accept the plan with unprecedented unanimity, signaling strong support and broad impact abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jforney
Sunday Chronicle
Windom
Sherman
Young Lincoln for Garfield’s successor urged by Republican
A Washington correspondent praises Secretary of War Lincoln as the strongest presidential possibility in the nation, arguing his youth, ambition to work, and intelligent conduct surpass other leaders. The note suggests Garfield’s choice was sentimental and urges consideration of Lincoln’s potential in national leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen. Garfield
Lincoln
Ife
Jincoln
Garfield
Washington Cor
New York
Sul
Train Plunges Through Meredosia Bridge. Eight Die
A night express on the Chicago Milwaukee Saint Paul line crashed through a Meredosia slough bridge near Albany. Eleven aboard were in the forward coach. eight lives, including the engineer and fireman, were lost. Survivors escaped via windows and roof as the wreck floated downstream. Rescue and funeral services followed with officials and Knights Templar aiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. P. R
Freeport
Mock Island
Meredosia
Rock River
Mississippi
Albany
West
Xkillion
Sam Flanagan
Harry Meyers
Dan Ellsthorpe
Thomas Fuller
Pine River
Wis
Omaha
Savanna
Rock Island
D. W. Lundy
Abeng
W. D. Lundy
W. H. Thomas
H. W. Gordon
Rochester
N. Y
G. W. Chapman
Newark
N. J
Henry Warren
Boston
Charles Wilson
Fuller
Milwaukee
D. A. Olin
Dr. Lundy
Khillion
Davenport
Engineer West
Sir Knights KE
C. Warner
John Effert
D. Adamson
L. S. Munn
M. Stoskopf
Freeport Commandery
Mr. West
Messrs
Menzie
Greenfield
Harvey
Knights Templar
Wisconsin
Solar
Wilson
Lundy
Killion
Olin
Clews & Co Reports Money Tightness Eases
Henry Clews & Co issues a April 18 circular noting money stringency eased by $18,000,000 specie imports since mid March and Treasury bond operations. It cites improved exchanges, active government bond market, and likely acceptance of 4 1/4 per cent on maturing sixes. Foreign exchanges favor the U S while long run gold reserves and silver value prospects loom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Clews & Co
New York City
Metropolis
Treasury
United States
France
Germany
London
Ben Butler on Senator Conkling in Inter Ocean interview
General Butler, arriving from a southern yacht cruise, questioned Republican unity in New York. He pressed whether Senator Conkling has spoken or authorized others to speak for him over Judge Robertson’s appointment, and why Tribune ridicules him despite inaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inter Ocean
New York
General Butler
Zibwne
New York State
Tribune
Mr. Conkling
Judge Robertson
Zibune
General Garfield
Maine
General Grant
Achilles
Hancock
Stalwart Leader Warns of New York Defeat
The speaker asserts a 50,000 vote margin in New York and claims continued attacks aim to break him. If stalwarts, led by him, are driven off, New York will be irredeemably lost to the Republicans without the pivotal state, doom facing their chances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Record of West Floods Drives Wide Missouri River Reach
The Missouri River at Council Bluffs is seven miles wide with water at record high levels, now at a standstill in places. The Mississippi River runs rampant, breaching the Suy levee south of Quincy and submerging 40,000 acres of wheat fields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Council Bluffs
Mississippi
Suy Levee
Quincy
Journey to Lower California and reflections on change
Ex Cason writes from Cajon Valley near San Diego in April 1881 detailing health progress, weather, and plans to return home. He notes local farming, bees, fruit orchards, and a vibrant landscape, then compares Mexican land loss to American expansion and rail project ambitions, warning of future encroachment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cason
Cal
Los Angeles
Colorado Springs
Murray Gilcrest
Hill
San Diego
Union
Cajon
Ojo de Agua de la Cache
United States
Solomon
Mexico
Also Mentioned on This Page
States
the State Militia
Sycamore
Rocklola
Wereceresssees
Ccsccece
Ben Butler
Senator Conkling
Lower
California
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!