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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1881
Page
2
The Freeport Journal reports the Mrs. Garfield fund now totals 156787.65 dollars with certificates for 125000 dollars in four percent bonds in hand. Plans aim to push the total to 250000 dollars.
The Inter Ocean claims a weekly circulation of 140000 copies praising its fairness honesty candor and truthfulness. It asserts no Chicago paper matches its popularity and influence due to these qualities.
The Asylum for Feeble Minded Children in Lincoln Illinois will begin classes on Thursday September 1 1881. Prospective pupils must apply now and obtain a certificate of admission from the Superintendent unless they have attended previously and have been notified of non admission. Apply to C T Wilbur Superintendent.
Colonel Corkhill, United States District Attorney for the District of Columbia, says he knows of a secret Washington City organization intended to break Guiteau from jail and end his life if President Garfield dies. He claims jail guards, all ex Union soldiers, are aware of and sympathetic to the group.
Richards is a viler wretch than Guiteau says Atkins in reply to an indictment in last JOURNAL. If true the editor is dangerous and must be jailed. if false Atkins is guilty of a gross outrage and stands convicted by his own words.
AIr Sessions cleared by his local constituency in Fredonia Chautauqua County New York with a 206 to 77 vote, choosing a delegation favorable to Sessions for the county convention. Bradley’s bid to influence the vote is rejected as Sessions gains broad support. In the same day Norman M Allen defeats Sessions’ ally in Cataraugus County and the State Senate remains a political battleground.
An August report from a Hastern exchange, quoting a trusted friend of General Arthur, states that accusations of unpleasant or hostile relations with the President are unfounded. The message notes Arthur seeking peace during Washington troubles after Robertson’s nomination as Collector of the Port, and hints at ongoing attempts at compromise following resignations.
A news column reports intense anxiety over President Garfield’s condition in late August 1881. Despite dire hopes, observers note signs of improvement as doctors describe clearer mind, better wound healing, and rising vitality. Family members visit. telegrams from Washington spread hopeful updates daily.
The Chicago Tribune and Journal debate Garfield's fate and Arthur's upcoming role. Editorials contrast protests against Arthur with calls for cabinet resignations if he becomes president, while condemning Democratic and copperhead voices. The piece laments hope for Garfield’s recovery and critiques political factions.
A editorially charged piece argues Chester A. Arthur would assume the presidency on his own right, appoint a trusted cabinet, and govern per constitutional duties. It condemns journalists at the Quincy Herald and Chicago Journal for incendiary writings about Arthur and Guiteau, noting an effigy hangings event in town.
A dated editorial snippet notes a shift in press sentiment toward Mr. Arthur as a potential president. It contrasts half breed papers’ earlier abuse with current cautious support and hints at policy continuity versus cabinet resignations. Governor Sheldon supports no policy change, while Blaine remains a potential fault line with Conkling.
Hon E B Washburne uncovers a 1870 memo by General Anderson listing Abraham Lincoln in two independent Illinois Mounted Volunteers companies during the Black Hawk era. It notes muster dates May 29 1832 at the Fox River and June 16 1832 Rapids of the Illinois, with arm and tack values totaling $115 then and $100 later.
The Buffalo Express lauds Senator Beck of Kentucky for his liberal statesmanlike talk on presidential succession. He favors a conservative Republican like Senator Anthony of Rhode Island as President pro tem if Garf ield dies, to avoid provoking a death of acting President Arthur for a Democratic successor. The piece praises his regard for the general good over party and warns against partisan manipulation.
A commemorative profile praises Robert Todd Lincoln, son of a Civil War hero, as Secretary of War in Washington. It chronicles his birth in Springfield, education at Exeter and Harvard, Army service with Grant, law career in Chicago, and later roles. The piece highlights his aristocratic lineage, character, and public service, noting his polite demeanor and filial devotion.
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