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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1881
Page
3
The Freeport Journal notes the electoral count debate has ended in Confederate defeat within Congress, though a count occurs today as in ante bellum days. It proclaims “Another glorious Union victory.”
Kendall county Senator John R. Marshall has introduced a bill in the Illinois State Senate requiring all parents and guardians of children ages eight to fourteen to send them to school for at least twelve weeks each year.
The speaker asserts Democrats failed to disturb or interfere with the presidential count and accuses them of seeking a show of resistance to the will of the American people. The remark recalls 1861 and the rebellion against the people’s voice, warning of consequences.
The Illinois Supreme Court judges advise the Governor on changes they deem important. They urge authorizing Cook County Criminal Court judges to hold separate branches simultaneously to clear mounting criminal trial backlog. They also seek discharge of prisoners with delayed trials and an amendment for filing transcripts of records in appeals to the Supreme Court.
Senator Withers proposes Interior Department appointees from opposite parties in each district to examine crippled veterans seeking pensions. The plan aims to burden applicants to justify gratitude, risking making pension access harder rather than aiding veterans.
The postal telegraph aims to end monopolies rather than create them. Transporting letters is not a monopoly but an exclusive public-interest control for cheap communications. Shares are highly inflated, with watered stock boosting dividends from extortion on the public. Government purchase of Western Union capital would enrich Gould and the Van derbilts, a scheme with millions to gain for interested parties.
President Hayes faces backlash over appointing Torster as U S Attorney in place of Stewart L Woodford. Critics call the choice a fresh outrage and accuse him of rewarding party dissenters, risking Senate confirmation and angering New York Republicans. The piece warns against further indiscriminate patronage.
Cabinet makers debate Garfield advisers morale as Jas G Blaine is named for Secretary of State. Uncertainty remains over Treasury appointment between eastern or western candidate while the president elect seeks national unity and avoids antagonizing any party faction. Previous friction lasting years is noted.
Edward Stempstead born June 3 1780 in New London Connecticut served as Missouri Territory Attorney General from 1807 to 1809 and was its first Delegate to Congress taking seat January 4 1815 in the Twelfth Congress. He later served in the Thirteenth Congress and as Territorial Assembly Speaker before dying August 10 1817 in St Louis. His family line includes descendants of his brother linked to Mrs. E B Washburne.
The piece argues the Democratic majority cannot rule in the House and mocks their appeal to a theoretical principle that the majority should govern. It praises the Republican minority for effective, responsible action without violating institutional theory, urging power to competent hands.
The piece condemns civil service actions and praises Gen. Stewart J. Woodford as a steadfast U.S. Attorney for New York who supported Hayes and Republican causes. It notes his removal and the appointment of a successor named Forster, highlighting partisan tensions with Senator Conkling and the political climate surrounding Hayes.
The writer denounces the President for spreading malice toward Senator Conkling, arguing the President humiliated the nation. The piece urges the Senate to reject Torster’s confirmation to avoid lending aid to this perceived indignity against Conkling and the Republican party. The tone is admonitory and partisan, reflecting public sentiment on the confirmation clash.
Special telegram reports the House and Senate agreeing on a joint meeting to count the electoral votes with the President of the Senate presiding. Georgia’s vote is to be listed separately with an explanation. Felton and Speer defend federal supremacy. Georgia loyalty to federal law. debates noted as nonpartisan yet revealing divisions.
Press opinions from the New York Tribune reflect that General Grant is active guiding major projects including the World's Fair and a Mexican railroad while overseeing the Nicaraguan canal. endorse Lincoln for Interior Secretary with Cabinet invitation seen as likely, amid mixed views on political appointments and party dynamics across Illinois and the nation.
Snowy roads slow travel but sleighing remains good. Farmers report fuel and stock sold at strong prices. Locals greet neighbors with smiles and courtesy. Garfield and Arthur praised while Democratic rivals are mocked. Sickness lingers with several fever cases. doctor busy as illness grows.
Cedarville reports lively sleighing despite poor roads. Jacob Doertlinger, tailor, died suddenly while breakfasting. Diphtheria remains a danger with Charles Fox deceased. The matrimonial market nears saturation with several engagements: John Seliday to Hiddah Runkle, Geo W Confer to Ida Oswalt, Judas Tall to Almeda Seyler.
A Cedarville column notes a wedding plan foiled by an unexpected aunt visit, a playful remark on privacy, and general town chatter. It highlights the Cedarville Literary Society’s success and lists next term officers, with local church meetings led by Revs. Pugh and Stump, plus farmers storing wood and merchants enjoying brisk business as of January 29, 1881.
A Washington National Republican reminiscence details General Grant helping a fallen clerk named Flo, who fought back from drink to reform. Grant assigns work, presses for vacancy creation, and delivers decisive action to secure his friend a path to stability and usefulness in a major city. The narrative stresses Grant’s quiet, decisive leadership and the power of credible second chances.
A Chicopee boy refused his dinner soup, declaring he had not Wwetb enough to eat. The remark, captured by a local household, reflects a humorous child’s view on portion size and dining.
A proposed Illinois act would treat mortgage liens and deeds of trust as property interests for assessment. It would require fee owners and lien holders to be taxed in proportion to their shares, with taxes payable in the district of the property. The Journal endorses passage to ensure lenders pay their fair tax share.
The forecast predicts February weather with a mix of clear and cloudy periods, heavy storms, and rain or snow. Warmer days are around the 4th 10th 16th and 28th while colder days cluster near the 1st 7th 13th 19th and 25th.
Editor W J Hooker hails Buel s Border Outlaws as a handsome, well printed work on the Younger and James brothers. He decorously notes its quality and usefulness, defends it against claims of fraud, and endorses the book as a legitimate and valuable library ornament. A Y Ricuanos, Dist Agt seeks more agents.
A Massachusetts astronomer leads a Providence Journal profile, celebrated as a notable celestial figure and credited with shaping local science coverage. The piece highlights her career, impact, and public engagement with astronomy.
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