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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1873
Page
7
A harsh critique of Gen Wheaton's campaign against Modoc Indians in Oregon blames strategic bungling for a disastrous fight that left about forty whites dead. The piece cites delayed artillery, fog aiding ambush, and calls for experienced Civil War veterans to be sent to replace the ineffective commanders.
A Minnesota case shows a lawyer buying 2000 acres near St Paul at 12 dollars an acre and farming 1700 acres of wheat. In 1867 he produced 85700 bushels, gross 53850 with profit 14500. In 1868 yield 30000 bushels, net profit 20400. His profits covered improvements and interest, with land value tripling since purchase.
Senator York testified that Senator Pomeroy offered $8000 for his vote and paid $7000, which York turned over to the Secretary. The disclosure caused a riotous scene as the Legislature selected Judge Ingalls of Atchison as U.S. Senator amid the turmoil.
A Cincinnati correspondent explains a humorous use of the initials 600 DUC O D as a shorthand for express semantics. He cites a family anecdote where a daughter argues for a new cloak by suggesting a store visit, illustrating how the phrase becomes a joke about calling on dad for money.
The February issue features illustrations of fashion and two or three other pictures including Life in Broadway and The Young Ravens at their Christmas Dinner. London’s Heart by Farjeon continues, a new serial Murphy's Master by James Payne begins promisingly, with opening chapters described. A mysterious spectre story and snow imagery appear, while a nervous, blood-streaked figure evokes seasonal chill and manners.
A fifteen year old boy in the First Ward School drew a large dirk knife during a quarrel with another pupil and threatened the teacher. He was challenged by the teacher and finally subdued. directors expelled him due to the serious act. The incident prompted calls for severe punishment by his parents.
The Lakeside Monthly, published by J. J. Spalding & Co. Chicago, is on our table for February. It claims rapid improvement, rivaling Western and Eastern monthlies, priced at $4 per year, featuring notable contributors James W. Sheahan F. W. Laximore N. B. Dodge Nathan Shepard and popular writers in the country.
The Leonard Scott Pub. Co. advertisement is highlighted. Blackwood's Magazine and the British Quarterlies stand as standard authorities in foreign literature, and every reader should own these works to stay posted on foreign current literature.
The February Harper's Magazine opens with Albert E. Coleman on the Diamond Fields of South Africa aided by illustrations. Herbert Tuttle sketches the Mont de Pieté of Paris. Lyman Abbot narrates a dramatic life of Mary Queen of Scots. Edwin De Leon writes on Eastern Woman. Henry Draper contributes Delusions of Medicine with illustrations. Horne recalls European fairs and markets. The Old Stager recounts Caleb Cushing. Reade continues A Simpleton. Wilkie Collins presents The New Magdalene with a torn loyalty theme. Mrs Thackeray's Old Kensington persists as a charming serial.
The notice promotes Baliou's Magazine February issue as a source of pleasure and comfort for all ages. It highlights its variety and affordability at $1.50 per year with a Chrome insert or 15 cents per issue, and invites readers to subscribe through Homes and Talbot at 36 Broomfield Street, Boston.
The February Eclectic features a strong lineup including an Edinburgh Review analysis on The Progress of Medicine and Surgery The Royal Favorites of France translations Goethes and Middlemarch gems, and Mr George Smith on The Chaldean Account of the Deluge Also notable are Doge whom I have Met Pope Pius II The Trish Brigade in the Service of France Palleyrand 3 opening chapters of Too Soon by Patty's author and a portrait of Wm Seward Published by E R Pelton 108 Bualtan Street New York Terms 5 a year two copies 9 single number 45 cents.
A fragmentary notice describes attempts to compile a modern dictionary with quirky definitions. It lists sample terms and playful meanings such as My Dear and Durgain, hinting at a satirical glossary in progress.
A hedgehog narrates life risking scorn from children and a terrier. It explains defenses, habits, and habitats from dusk to dawn, noting its small size, spines, and need for sleep. The piece urges empathy for fragile creatures and laments ongoing bullying by humans. It ends with a call for kindness and a cheer for the hedgehog.
A cat living in a town in hill and nej s recalls a night when warmth, care, and love sparked quick action. At midnight the cat mewed loudly and clawed at the door, waking the sleeping family. She led them to a stove fire and burning coal spilled beneath the stove, prompting immediate shelter and prompt fire suppression.
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