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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1881
Page
2
The Freeport Journal editorial note shows the paper with editor A V Richards and its post office entry as second class matter in Freeport Illinois. It reflects the historical issue dating and publication details rather than a specific news event.
The last January issue vows to drop from the list all subscribers who received notices and have not responded. Accounts unpaid by February 10 will be turned over to Justice of the Peace R. H. Wiles for collection. The paper urges full or partial payment at once to avoid this action.
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Springfield correspondent notes possible contest over Cronkrite's seat in the house as he reportedly remains Freeport mayor. If incompatible offices exist under the constitution, accepting a legislative post vacates the mayoralty, though salary was drawn for the full term. Cronkrite may try to cling to the mayoral post until spring. Wr. H. Westerwell, jailed in 1875 for seven years over a kidnapping plot involving Charlie Noss, was released from the Eastern penitentiary yesterday.
A group of affluent Chicago residents including N. K. Fairbank, George W. Dunlap, Perry N. Smith, George C. Walker, Wirt Dexter, Henry W. King, and John J. Lyon have organized efforts to form a telegraph company separate from the Western Union consolidation.
Senator Blaine tells a Boston Traveler correspondent that the Senate will amend the funding bill if it passes the House by removing the three per cent limit, a rate he calls impossible. He says House Democrats are reckless and the country shares that view, noting the long, unproductive trend for the Democratic party.
The article lists several senator elects including Ben Harrison of Indiana, Philetus Sawyer for Wisconsin, Eugene Hale for Maine, Hon. Jno Sherman as Whig choice, J. S. Hawley for Connecticut, and Gen. Van Wyck of Nebraska. It notes four term tenure for a New York congressman and mentions a farmer living on a Nebraska patch.
In a spirited reply to a publicity wager by Postmaster Smith D. Atkins, the Freeport Journal editor denies backing the audit of the Journal and Budget books. He cites past fabrications, improper conduct, and Atkins’ bid to regain control of the Journal, calling the challenge unworthy and unsafe for readers.
A Vermont law granting women voting on all school matters was adopted with one Senate dissent and three in the House. Women now become eligible for town clerk and town superintendent of schools offices. Separate report notes three inches of snow in New Orleans on Monday morning.
The article notes remarkable educational progress in Tennessee since 1872. It recalls that some counties had no schools in 1872, while 1875 saw 3,042 schools. By the most recent year, schools reached 5,522 with average daily attendance rising from 136,803 to 801,461.
The Indiana Legislature considers a bill making education in the state compulsory for children. It mandates that common schools teach orthography reading writing mathematics up to algebra geography English grammar and United States history. Cities and towns may operate graded schools with additional higher branches.
The session of Congress is described as a public benefaction with the Democratic majority earning public satisfaction after the Presidential election. Some Democrats who voted for General Hancock are pleased he was not elected, fearing a Hancock policy if a Democratic administration takes office next March.
The passage dismisses Carl Schurz as a political adventurer with no future. It claims he lost German support and party protection, alleging scandals in money matters and other disreputable dealings smothered by a political alliance. It likens him to a "d—d political tramp" once called by Senator Jones of Nevada.
The piece denounces the Democracy for opposing Grant’s military recognition and for trying to thwart wartime credit refunds. It argues Grant’s services will be recognized and public credit preserved, noting only a few sensible members remain in the party as more depart.
A conceited country parson walking home from church tells a lady he preached to a congregation of asses. The lady quips that she thought of that remark when he called them his beloved brethren, highlighting a humorous clash of self-importance and humility.
The little dose of small pox given to Mayor Cronkrite sparks controversy as the Journal admires the Health Officer RA. EF. Hares who declares the patient recovered in Freeront Inn on January 17 1881 and no other cases appeared. The piece questions the ethics of using the virus and even suggests preserving the scab for emergencies.
The House majority report from the Committee on Military Affairs recommends against passing the bill to place General Grant on the retired list with General rank and pay. Minority views praise Grant's wartime leadership, noting his rapid rise from Lieutenant General to General and his unmatched service across the Union armies, urged as simple justice and a national acknowledgment.
A Journal reporter found city bankers well informed on the refunding bill before Congress. One banker warned the law could abolish most National banks except those holding 4 per cent bonds as security. With May 1 approaching, banks may buy 4 per cent bonds to safeguard circulation, while Treasury bonds 8 per cent 5-10 face sale challenges. Illinois State Journal.
A Senate joint resolution offered by Senator Sunderland urges Congress to pass a law that fixes a reasonable uniform tax or rate charged by railway companies for transporting people and goods. It cites railroads' power, interstate commerce concerns, and state rights while seeking to curb exorbitant discriminating charges.
Mr. Elijah Hitchcock, a Connecticut constable, faced scrutiny over his character. Deacon Solomon Rising said Hitchcock was not mean but prudent, recounting a 4 dollar execution where ducks were levied at Widow Witter’s house. The ducks were chased and culled one by one, with mileage charges adding to the debt.
In Washington on January 22 18g a writer comments on Congress facing funding bills a new apportionment and party maneuvering for the March transition. He notes Western Union critique and support for cheap postal telegraphy referencing Morse and a public message What hath God wrought. Excursion parties to DC from Boston are praised as visitors tour the capital and discuss its sights. He recalls Old Capitol and Capitol Prison as symbols of sorrow and criticizes a post office site purchase as a bad plan urging expansion of the Post Office Department. Prof Beard funds fish stock along Chesapeake Bay to boost local attractions.
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