City Council Proceedings 1867 Adjourned Meeting Notes
The City Council met on July 29 1807 with Aldermen Widdell Currier Snyder Krohn and Bergman present. Proposals for street improvements on Walnut Van Buren and Mechanics streets were opened rejected and gutter work ordered on Adams street. The council chose three commissioners for land damage assessment on Green street extension from Clay to Webster and confirmed the Stephenson street assessment with thirty day payment and county court collection if needed. A petition to widen six foot sidewalks on sixchange street from Bridge to Union was granted with draft ordinance. Estimates for various street works and a sewer proposal on Spring street were presented and approved, with adjournment to Friday evening.
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Montbday
Couneil
Ald
Widdell
Currier
Snyder
Krohn
Bergman
Kron
Walnut, van Buren and
Mechanici Sts
Asta & I Lunkemeier
Jacob Rodearmel
Mechanics St
van Buren St
Walnut St
L. Gighthart
Als
Waddelli
Walnut, van Buren
Mechanics Sts
Adams St
Spring St
Ald. Waddell
Green St
Clay St
Webster St
Waddell
A. J. Green
Thomas Webster
Thomas Robinson
Ald. Krohn
Stephenson St
West St
Wissler St
County Court of
Stephenson County
Corporation
C, C. Shuler
Bridge St
Union St
Wnth
Adams
van Buren
Bridge Sts
Stanton
Sudh
Local paper urged as representative abroad for the people
The Daily notes that the local paper acts as an ambassador abroad for the community and urges patriotic support through news, cooperation and patronage. It reports Mr. J A A Crain has received four bankrupt filings since his appointment, two from Whiteside and two from Stephenson counties. The Turnverein Society of the city plans a September 2 celebration surpassing past efforts, with full details promised soon.
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J. AA
Crain
Whiteside
Stephenson County
Turnverein Society
Woman held on violent insanity charge at Spring Street home
Mrs Daniel Kinney was arrested after neighbors reported erratic behavior and an attempted attack with an axe and pitchfork. Police found her in possession of weapons, with one child crying inside and another infant removed, and she was taken to jail for confinement. Kinney works as a laborer away from town.
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Daniel Kinney
Spring Street
Adams
Mechanics
Mr. Kinney
Illinois land scrip sale bid opens August 21 1867
Proposals for sale of one hundred thousand acres of land scrip issued to the State under the 1862 act will be received at the Illinois Industrial University office in Springfield until noon August 21 1867. Sealed bids require ten percent cash or bank certificate of deposit. Highest bidder awarded. right to reject bids reserved.
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Jean Vion
Springfield
John W. Bunn
Shaffer Fourth of July Oration Praised Abroad and at Home
The Chicago Journal notes General Shaffer’s July fourth address gains favor abroad and in Illinois. Colonel J W Shafter of Freeport spoke in Amboy at a Grand Army post, published as pamphlet, urging universal suffrage with emphasis on the colored vote. The Morris Herald reports a lynching in Morris, criticizing local officials and citizens for the disgraceful act.
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Chicago Journal
Shaffer
J. W. Shafefer
Freeport
Amboy
Ill
Grand Army of the Republic
Willing Offers Sale Of Washington Street Residence
From Wednesday's Daily Dr A J Willing offers for sale his residence on Washington Street one door west of Mechanic Street. It is described as one of the most desirable locations in town.
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A.J. Willing
Washington Street
Mechanic Street
Parsonage Nears Completion for St Johns Church
Notice states the new parsonage for St John’s Catholic Church is nearly completed and soon ready for occupation. The old building has reportedly been sold and will be removed from its current site shortly.
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St. John's
Bloomington Receives New Steam Fire Engine Amid Festivities
Bloomington unveils a new steam fire engine with a public trial and exhibition on Monday morning followed by a grand ball in the evening as part of celebratory events.
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Bloomington
Apple Tree Blight Continues Ravages In Orchards
The report notes ongoing damage from apple tree blight with speculation about excessive fruiting blamed, but observations show many young trees without fruit are equally affected, indicating the cause is uncertain and not limited to fruit-bearing trees.
Farmers Harvest Weather Aids Wheat Yield
Farmers enjoy fine harvesting weather with improving conditions for the wheat crop. If it lasts a week longer, the principal portion of the grain will be secured. Rev. Jackson spoke at Ambury Methodist Church on true greatness and will lecture tonight on Garibaldi Italy’s liberator.
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Rei Dy. Jackson
Ambury Methodist Church
Garibaldi
Italy
Boy ill after eating potato bugs at Morris
A Morris child fell violently ill with mouth and face sores after eating potato bugs picked from vines. A physician could not identify the cause until the insects were discovered as the source. Parents are urged to prevent such unwholesome diets for children.
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Morris
Grand National Norse Tair Exhibition and Baseball Contest
A grand National Norse Tair and equestrian exhibition with a baseball contest opens in Rockford on Tuesday August 27 and runs five days. Premiums range from 300 to 1000 dollars. Vice Presidents include D I Sunderland I T Miller and B F Taylor of the city. Chas S Currier serves on the Executive Committee.
Bridge plans take shape as Roebling digs in Brooklyn
The Brooklyn Eagle reports Roebling, engineer for the East River Bridge, is boring on the Saltonerry slip’s north side in Brooklyn to assess subsurface materials. Similar borings will follow on the New York side. Wire for the spans is being manufactured at Trenton New Jersey.
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New York
Brooklyn
Roebling
East River
Saltonerry
Trenton
N.J
Threatened Attack on Local Reporter Sparks Alarm on Galena Street
A neighborhood scare recounts two unnamed men stalking a reporter homeward past Loftus saloon and toward Reaper Works on Galena street. The men drew a revolver click but fled when the reporter fled to safety, recounting the incident to his anxious wife and family.
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Loftus
Galena Street
Reaper
Geretting
Premium list for Carroll County Fair at Mount Carroll
The premium list for the eleventh Carroll County Agricultural Society fair at Mount Carroll on September 25 26 and 27 1867 is liberal and well printed. Credit is given to Fa krom J IW Howlett Esq and the Executive Committee for its preparation. Those seeking premiums should contact Secretary Edgar Welch to obtain a copy.
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Fa Krom J. Iw. Howlett
Carroll County Agricultural Society
Mount Carroll
Edgar Welch
Steam fire engine to showcase power in local display
The steam fire engine is due between the 10th and 15th with Torrent No. 1 available as backup. Citizens may see a demonstration of its capabilities, and our fire department will be competitive with similarly sized Western cities. Authorities urge a proper reception and warn against arson to test the new apparatus.
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L. Stanton
Adams St
Ald. Wrohn
Torrent Engine Co. No. 1
Lac
Neshine
Death of John Wohlford Esteemed Buena Vista Resident
An esteemed Buena Vista correspondent reports the death of John Wohlford a longtime county settler who came from Pennsylvania in 1810. He died suddenly of heart disease at 11 p m Monday while hauling grain and had eaten his supper as usual. He was described as good worthy and industrious and highly regarded by the community.
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Buena Vista
John Wohlford
Wohlford
Pennsylvania
German American Insurance Firm Shows Early Success
Mr Matthias Nettlinger and the German Insurance Company occupy their local office to review operations. Since February 278 policies issued on detached dwellings with 225000 at risk and 1119 in cash premiums. Mortgages on first class real estate totaling 34000 secured by property valued at least double. Mortgages certified by FE P Lodges County Recorder and C. M. Shaffer Supervisor. Company promises a bright future with strong German leadership and transparent books.
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Gay
Matthias Nettinger
Geran Tnarranca Company
FE. P. I Lodges County Recorder
C. M. Shaffer
Ivery
Harlem youth dies after wagon wheel rolls over him
From Thursdays Daily we learn a son of Mr. James Murdock of Harlem township was killed yesterday when a stick shifted in a wood wagon. The team ran down a slope, threw the boy from the wagon, and a wheel passed over him, causing fatal injuries that proved mortal a few hours later.
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James Murdock
Harlem Township
Ife
Rock Island Union Warns Against Lecturing Couple
The Rock Island Union warns the public about a pair led by Mrs Barnes and a man posing as a clerical lecturer. They travel with free talks then disappear, leaving unsettled bills at Rock Island and other places. The male is described as medium height with sandy whiskers and a clerical appearance. the wife is small and stylish.
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Rock Island Union
May weed could be city staple if cultivated
The writer praises taw May weed or dog fennel as a thrifty, highly scented plant thriving in Freeport. They urge city authorities to protect and cultivate it in streets and vacant lots, noting citizens mow it down and suggesting an ordinance to preserve the plant for its perfume and economic potential.
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Freeport
Woman Arrest Filched 125 Dollars in Nearby Town
Report from Rockford area says a woman arrived recently and was arrested on complaint of theft of 125 dollars. At magistrate examination no warrant was found, she was discharged. The notice warns locals to avoid acting without warrants in similar cases in the future.
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Rockford
Quincy State Fair Grounds Impress For Upcoming Event
The State Fair Grounds at Quincy boast strong buildings with a shingle roof, an amphitheater for 20,000 free attendees, and a premier figure eight exhibition track. Stock facilities are excellent and Dexter the trotting horse is anticipated to attend, though Freeport will send only a small delegation.
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Quincy
Dexter
Freeport
Mill Repairs Delays Gristing Until September Start
F and Waterman Bright inform customers of mill repairs and a delay in gristing until about September first. They promise prompt attention to distant grists once operations resume and note Gilbert Carlock has opened an inn near the mill to accommodate travelers and overnight guests at low rates.
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F& Waterman & Bright
Gilbert Carlock
Shrunken Craft Market Foreshadows Cautious Fall Trade
The article notes dull business shifting to a calm, conservative mood. Merchants expect only modest fall sales, with supply restraint and purchases limited to essentials as prices stay volatile. Financial troubles appear averted and the public remains wary of overstocking shelves to avoid possible losses.
New Crop Flour Expected Cheaper and Better Soon
Those who must buy flour by the barrel are advised to wait a few weeks for the new crop. The forthcoming flour is expected to be better and cheaper, so buyers should purchase a bag at a time until the new stock arrives.
Ringleaders of picnic disturbance arrested at Sciota Mills
Irrdays Daily reports that ringleaders who tried to disrupt a German picnic at Sciota Mills last Sunday were brought to justice. One was arrested and held on $1,000 bond for the next court term. The affray involved knives and rough handling with potential loss of life narrowly avoided.
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Irrdays
Sciota Mills
What will he do with it on Stephenson street
The building owner on Stephenson street opposite the Court House has torn down the front and west walls leaving only the rear wall roof and partitions. After reviewing the proposed plans the writer predicts the new building will be one of the most attractive on Stephenson street and highly adaptable inside.
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Maynard
Stephenson Street
Court House
Rattlesnake Bite Warns of Prompt Aid
Gus Freitzel of three miles southwest of town was bitten on the 6th. his foot and knee swelled and darkened before aid. Dr. J S Best treated him promptly and he is now recovering, a stark reminder to summon help without delay.
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Gus Freitzel
J. S. Best
Freitzel
Union County Band Serenades on Hill and Roof
The Union County Band performed last evening offering a rare musical treat. They first visited the hill to serenade the business manager Mr. Lord and then occupied the roof of Coltman’s new building opposite the Court House for a free concert. A large sidewalk audience applauded the performance and readers are urged to host similar serenades when convenient.
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Union Counrt
Lord
Coltman
Court House
City Council Advances South Side Sewer Plan
The city accelerates sewer improvements with a proposed system to drain the city, noting an adequate Bridge street sewer but other areas require work. Despite high costs, the public is urged to accept the project as essential like drainage of farmland.
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Bridge Street
The Badger Cornsheller sells for six dollars
Yesterday we saw the nicest hand cornsheller in Illinois. It costs six dollars, far cheaper than other shellers at 25 to 50 dollars. It is durable and simple in construction. Mr. H. Stroud, son of the patentee, is in town offering rights at reasonable figures. Anyone seeking a profitable business should see him, buy a county right, and begin selling shellers.
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Badger
Illinois
H. Stroud
Anyrman
County Fair Exhibition Call to Farmers and Makers
The piece urges Stephenson County farmers to inspect stock fruit and produce for the upcoming fair and urges manufacturers to exhibit furniture carriages and machines. It states the fair depends on both groups for success and that local society officers are working to ensure a strong show.
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Stephenson County
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