Proverbial Saying on Morality and Reputation
A sharp appraisal notes that no amount of testimonials or affidavits can restore a man morally bankrupt. It contrasts sayings about shaping virtue with the limits of outward reputation.
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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1880
Page
2
Countywide correspondents urged for local news
A call for live correspondents in every township to report all local happenings within the county. Readers are asked to send in news, as this supports the county paper and keeps the community informed.
Aurora man urged as candidate for Attorney General
Hon Eugene Canfield of Aurora is named as a potential Attorney General contender. Though not well known to us, he is praised by the Aurora press and previously ran for the post four years ago, showing notable strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene Canfield
Aurora
Reputation in town tied to affidavits and testimonials
The quote contrasts a man needing signed references to the poverty of a servant girl seeking a place, relying on a dubious recommendation from a former employer. It highlights social justice themes and the fragility of reputation in a tight community.
McClaughry Candidacy Praised by Hancock County Friends
The Hancock County Warsaw Bulletin reports strong local support for Major R. W. McClaughry as Republican Governor candidate. He is described as war den of Joliet penitentiary and a fine educated conscientious Christian gentleman, with wide backing if the next governor comes from central or southern Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. W. McClaughry
Hancock County
Warsaw
Maj. McClaughry
Joliet Penitentiary
Journal replies to literary bureau efforts with defiant stance
The Journal declares it remains afloat and undaunted by the literary bureau, asserting it will respond to worthy offerings when encountered. It vows to continue its scrutiny and exposes any hints of fright or intimidation as unfounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
V’ar
Grant
Tax Levy Differences Between 1879 and 1878 Revealed
A comparison of tax books shows total levy dropping from 191 031.70 in 1878 to 165 142.30 in 1879. Freeport town levy falls from 62 540.81 to 55 159.72. 1879 tax allocations include state 321 978.08, county 27 077.16, town 14 022.41, school 47 508.15, rail 315 024- 47, road and bridge 314 200.96, corporation and city 22 008.45, dog 2 457, back taxes 555.62.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
Ute Negotiations Fail Could Trigger Wider War
The article argues the peace talks led by Gen. Hatch may have failed and warns that the Utes could take the initiative against the whites as a handful of whites is surrounded by many Indians. It questions whether a tribal surrender would hold the entire Ute nation responsible for minority crimes and notes potential collective punishment if justice is not served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hatch
I Hatch
White River
Almanac for 1880 with electoral data and illustrations
The JourNAL Almanac for 1880 is completed and ready for delivery. It includes a yearly calendar household recipes and statistical tables such as electoral votes from Washington to Hayes Illinois votes in 1872 and 1876 and Stephenson County results. It is offered free to subscribers and 25 cents otherwise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Hayes
Illinois
Stephenson County
Muddle in Maine sparks calls for Supreme Court ruling
In Maine the political crisis intensifies as Senator Morrill asks Governor Garcelon to seek a Supreme Court decision on disputed elections. The court rules against the governor and council, labeling the attempt as fraud while defending the people’s ballot as the ultimate will. Governor Garcelon says he will not alter his stance with the upcoming Legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Morrill
Garcelon
Supreme Court
Frye
Lot M. Morrill
Morton
Strong
Pet
John Appleton
Charles W. Walton
Atroista
Govenor Garcelon
Washington Letter 1880 New Year Notes from Phaks
Washington Letter from the National Correspondence Bureau editor reflects on New Year ceremonies at the White House and state receptions, praises temperance women, defends Minister Seward, and reports on the vapor engine and bond interest disbursements while warning of the Garcelon plot and party aims. The piece notes expected currency circulation boosts and political tensions ahead of the 1880 election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epsror
National Correspondence Bureau
Phaks
Capital
Cabinet
Diplomatic Corps
Army
America
Department of State
Seward
Secretary of State
Grant
Congress
National Treasury
New York
Boston
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Washington
Cincinnati
Pittsburg
Chicago
San Francisco
Garcelon
Democratic Party
Pilaks
Republican Journal Seeks Support for Year Ahead
The newspaper thanks patrons for advance payments and new subscribers on the cash in advance plan as it enters 1880. It pledges Cheney to a stalwart Republican stance during the upcoming presidential campaign, citing Grant’s endorsement and support for the encampment platform. Grant replies that the platform is sound and endorses its planks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garcelon
Maine
Democratic Party
Davis Rumor on U S Senate Vacancy and Washburne Bet
A Washington correspondent reports Senate vacancies may move David Davis to a British mission, yield a Republican appointment by Gov. Cullom, and name H. B. Washburne as his successor. The note observes Republicans currently hold Northern legislatures except Indiana, implying gains on any Democratic vacancy. Logan and Washburne are suggested as a strong team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
David Davis
U. 8
Illinois
Senate
Cullom
Iton
Washburne
Davis
Indiana
Maine
Aurora
EB. B
Iburne
Logan
Swiss Government Postal Service Faces Large Losses
The Swiss Government maintains a coaching business with about 1,393 conveyances valued around $300,000. The postal branch shows a net loss exceeding $80,000. Passenger totals reached 1,329,303, with 278,884 using Alpine and tourist routes.
Worth Using Wood and Cloth for Traditional Door Buttons
A brief note describes worth in using oak and walnut for wooden door buttons and compares them to cloth wraps. The text mentions these buttons being a traditional choice in wood-house doors for years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worth
Denver Tribune prints cheeky scam letter sample
A racy letter from Yellow Creek Illinois exposes a Denver land scheme. Three men admit buying North Denver lots and request their $3 back, promising never to invest again. They mock Grant and demand a rope relic if funds fall short, noting the postmaster should return their stakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver Tribune
Byers
Tribune
Yellow Creek
Ill
Denver
Colorado
George
A. K. van II
Grant
Denver Land Company
Autograph Note From A. K. Vay in Stephenson County
A brief communication from A. K. Vay of Yellow Creek Stephenson County. The letter mentions a stamped envelope return and closes with a respectful signoff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. K
Yellow Creek
Stephenson County
A. K. Vay
Kansas land and life in the 19th century survey
A Kansas field notebook surveys climate soil and water quality noting sickness hunger and fruit culture limits. It highlights millet feed, limited timothy, rich bottom lands, superior uplands, abundant building stone and lime use, scarce timber, and rising westward settlement driven by iron roads and buffalo country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Ells
Eorror of Journal
Agelin
Illinois
Stephenson County
Spri
K.P. RR
Mense
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Lincoln
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Galena
C. A. Getty
U.S. Grant
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