20 Feb 1852
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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1852
Page
1
The Galena Advertiser reports the New York Times confirms a $4,000,000 loan to the Contal Rail Road Company and states the road will be let to contractors immediately. Chief Engineer Mason travels West with several responsible contractors.
Readers weigh a Maine style measure banning liquor sales in any quantity to be consumed on premises. The piece argues such a law would curb drunkenness, reduce crime, and lower poorhouse costs, while noting enforcement challenges and contrasting with current state law. It reflects local temperance sentiment and calls for a trial of a Mainelike statute.
The Rochester Advertiser notes that the law office of Hon. D B Dickenson in Binehemton was burned recently with most papers lost. A death report for Me Birney is corrected. The piece urges kind, fair replies to children and mentions Alleshanians planning departure from New York to California.
A brisk 19th century political overview describes Locofoco factionalism within the Democratic party, noting splits in New York Missouri Illinois and Ohio. It highlights clashes over banks and candidates like Van Buren Cass and Douglas, predicting weak unity at the national convention and uncertain paths to the nomination.
The piece surveys factional strife in the Democratic ranks over Kossuth and intervention plans, noting Locofoco divisions at the North and South, Whig hopes for unity, and the risk of a fractured coalition. It argues for a united Whig front to threaten Democratic strength next year and predicts the Great National party’s potential collapse if defeated.
A summary of European affairs notes Napoleon's grip on France and rebukes from Austria and Russia. It mentions scarce congressional news, routine sessions, and daily adjournments. Temperance meetings at the Court House draw crowds, with future reform anticipated in Freeport. Items include Herald of the Union and Ta Yuella advertisements, plus German emigration figures and a fine on the Relier Zeitung for translations.
Proceedings of the Corporation record the February 1892 board session with President Silas DeClack and others. John E Beaumont appointed Street Commissioner. street notices to be sent to owners of fronting properties. Sidewalks to be finished by June first. Meeting adjourned to March 6 at 7 oclock.
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