Supreme Court decision cited in Curry vs Hinman
Fragmented excerpt covers Judge Canton's summary of points from Curry vs Hinman regarding what constitutes process for land sales under the 1889 law, taxes due, and proof of title in tax deeds. Also includes a temperance admirer’s reply from Theobold Mathew and a note about Miss Irving of Mubila planning to take the veil, causing Mr. Clay distress.
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Supreme Court
Curry
England
Onr
Commonwealth
Kentucky
Tamaris Vet
Cincinnati Tinns
Miss Irving
Mubila
Henry Clay
Mr. Clay
Taycheedah and Beloit Railroad Efforts Reported
The Beloit Journal cites agent J. R. Macy Esq stating stock hopes met favorably and a large portion of the creek will be taken in Boston. The line is planned to begin next season, linking lake trade with inland channels and boosting regional prosperity.
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Foa du Lac Journal
J. RB. Macy
Boston
Beloit Journal
State canal toll reduction urged by Buffalo Express
The Buffalo Express reports a statewide momentum to cut canal tolls on various property items and push the Canal Board to extend the reduced rate list. It argues past experience shows the public interest and canal fund health depend on broader toll reductions beyond current limits.
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Nate Cavan
Buffalo Express
Canal Board
River flood endangers plantations and crops
The article notes a river crevasse widening to twenty eight trpcts, halting grinding and threatening plantation planting for the season as water reaches Soniot and nearby Kenner estates. It warns of possible overflow near the Metarly river if decisive action is not taken. Also mentions Fleming nominated for Congress in Georgia, and a Vermont note on legal offices and sheriffs.
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Tua Cunvasse
Bones Carre
Crevaysa
Soniot
Oat
Journal of Freeport solicits subscriptions and agents
The Journal lists authorized agents across multiple towns including Mt. Carroll Pers Masse Wad dai a Grove J Hy Sppams Cedar Creek Mills L Mostacry 8 F Downs Alida T J Asonews Sitaa Axprins Yellow Creeks Pattie Retar Reitzell's Mills R. Bancocr Oneco Dr. Cutir Elorov Ov Hy Hagarn Reck Run Gi Bi Baste fan Rockford 8 M Junior Eagle Point DB Anking Elizabeth tan to solicit subscriptions receive money and transact business for the Journal.
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the Journal
Freeport
Illinois
Ofa
Tuoni
Mt. Carrell
Pers Masse
Waddai'a Grove
J. Hy Sppams
Cedar Croek Mills
L. Mostacry
F. Downs
Alida
T. J. Asonews
Reitzell’s Milla
R. Bancocr
Oneco
Dr. Cutir
Elorov
Rockford
M. Junior
Eagle
Point
Anking
Elizabeth
Politeness Acknowledged for Commissioner's Report Copy
The note credits Ciads Betts Esq for providing a copy of the Commissioner's Report, with reference to a separate column containing the full document. This acknowledgment appears in a brief reader caption within the page.
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Ciads Betts
Subscribers Urged to Pay Dues for Past Journal Volume
In a call for immediate payment, the editors urge all readers across the county to settle small arrears on the past volume of the Journal. They note many subscribers have kept the paper over a year without recompense and warn that funds are needed to meet expenses and continue publication.
Evils of Banking and Township Reform Debate
A critique of banking practices links expansive paper money to swindling risks, noting how bank paper can act like specie and tempt overissuing. It argues banks harm merchants and farmers and contrasts government paper with private credit. The piece then details township organization in the county, praising local control, reduced taxes, and better governance, while recounting opposition and expected benefits alongside recent Peoria fire losses and a journalist’s death.
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Freeport
The Railroad Meeting and Its Timbered Opposition
A lengthy account from the courthouse assembly outlines public sentiment on financing a railroad to finish the line to Elgin. The piece argues strong buy-in is needed, weighs tax fears, and presents calculations showing potential wheat price gains and transport savings, urging subscription and support to complete the project.
Banking Insolvency Tolerated Yet Its Social Cost Debated
The passage argues that banking insolvency in Massachusetts in 1830 caused losses of less than two mills per dollar of bank capital, contrasted with higher mercantile and manufacturer failures. It contends not every insolvency warrants denouncing entire business, noting banking, relative to its capital, causes less public harm than other sectors. Albert Gallatin is cited on historical bank failure costs.
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Albert
Gallatin
Massachusetts
Market and late news items thanked by Chicago friends
The note from I. Doren of Chicago expresses thanks to BP Que and others for market reports and late news items. It pledges that further such items would be appreciated, indicating continued interest in current reports and market updates.
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I. Doren
Chicago
Wisconsin Temperance Law Tried in Southport Suit
A distillery case in Southport tested Wisconsin temperance law as a married woman sued a liquor dealer for damages to her husband caused by his intoxication. The verdict awarded her $100 and costs, with the defendant again facing the suit.
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Wisconsin
Southport
Treason and disunion worry Washington readers in 1850
A Dean Journal entry from January 14 1850 laments growing treason and moral treachery against the Union. It decries disunion talk in Congress and vandal attacks on monuments and graves, noting public opinion through the press seeking moderation of divisive sentiment.
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Dean
Congress
Boundary Township Names Proposed by Commissioners
The 1849 Illinois act authorizes Stephenson County to establish township boundaries and names. Commissioners propose names for townships in several areas including Agepheha Leyigs Ped Rolex Groviti, Wixstow, Buck Eye, Root Ros, Frescost, Laxcasten, Hartem, Anpann, Fronexce, and Bipot, with citizen input requested by February 15, 1850.
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Legislatyrt
State of
Illinois
Agepheha
Leyigs
OmDahin
Ongco
Wixstow
Fea Tignal
OW Abin Wappam
Buck Eye
Font Range
Indy
Frescost
Laxcasten
Fronexce
Couto
Freeport
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Fleming
Georgia
J. B. King
Vermont
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Champion and Register
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RGU
Odf
Elgin
Fox River
Milton
Prairie du Lac
Rock County
da Gnonkich
Washington
Silver Crexin
Bipot
Abe Dy Louy
Erastus Torrey
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Levl-Robey
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