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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1878
Page
3
Washington letter reports Democrats' views on Tilden prospects and regrets over the first appropriation bill creating a row. It notes the Silver bill as a point of contention and mentions postmasters' salaries and mail flow, with Evarts' reception referenced.
Washington reports finger pointing over Tilden’s renomination prospects with Southern governors declaring him politically dead. West Point bill quarrels and Senate silver debate dominate, while postmaster salaries and flour delivery schemes spark department chatter amid social galas hosted by Evarts and Hayes.
Saturday gathering at Rev Harwood’s house with turkey and music from Harmony Band and Orangeville Glee Club. Guests enjoyed snowballing and singing after a donation for Mr Earwood. News of a Buckeyes couple, and continued U S Church protracted meetings with several conversions.
A letter to the editor from a resident of Freeport defends her character after a Bulletin article discredited her. She laments public censure and seeks space to respond, noting her quiet visit with Mr. Cooper to Mr. Best's dry goods store for shopping and denying any misconduct.
Stella Burnett of Warren Illinois writes about resisting slurs from a reform editor and prays for the day Mr Potter and all whisky ring members in Freeport reform. She trusts Heavenly Father to reward those who persevere in temperance efforts and character claims. Dated February 18, 1878.
Washington discussion centers on using post office money orders and a Treasury backed scheme to channel deposits into 4 percent bonds. Illinois congressman Burchard proposes a simplified plan with 2 percent interest, reserve safeguards, and deposits convertible to certificates.
The fragment lists seed counts per pound for several crops. Wheat yields 10,000 seeds per pound, barley 15,400, oats 30,000, buckwheat 25,000, red clover 249,600, and white clover 688,400.
Train schedules for Freeport and Rock Island with departures to Sioux City Chicago and West via Illinois Central and Rock Island lines. Passenger and freight times listed with Sundays and holiday notes. Officials include JOHNSON MITCHELL Houper Stennett Skinner Penfield and others.
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