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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1878
Page
2
A Hreepart Journal item from January 80 1878 notes Massachusetts declares state debt payable in gold and a Sullivan Missouri correspondent reports a bonanza silver mine discovery. Gold prices fall to 87. per cent premium while business activity rises.
Latest intelligence from Europe indicates substantial doubt about a Russia Turkey armistice. Uncertainty remains whether preliminaries have been signed.
Hon C B Smith of Carroll County, Hon James Dinsmore of Whiteside, and Messrs Barge Eustace and Truesdell of Lee County seek the nomination for Judge to fill the vacancy caused by Judge Neaton's death. The election will be held on Saturday February 16 1878.
Indictments against Louisiana returning board members were transferred to the U.S. Circuit Court after Judge Whitaker denied the request. Bonds for absent defendants were forfeited, captuses issued, and a sheriff marshal dispute arose before the Department of Justice in Washington. Anderson Kenner and Cossmnare were jailed on $50,000 bonds each. Wells remained at large.
Pheree states the Senate approved Stanley Matthews Ohio introduced resolution affirming government obligation to pay bonds in standard silver coin, except where gold is required. Vote breakdown showed 23 Democrats 19 Republicans and 1 Independent for. 15 Republicans and 4 Democrats against. Message notes 49-4 overall stance, with four pairs and two absentees. Matthews resolution previously passed the House 187-7.
Full text outlines religious liberty and separation of church and state with prohibitions on state aid to religious schools, plus a clause allowing Bible reading, and a right to property. It states Congress can legislate to prevent and punish violations, detailing the framework for public funding and religious exemptions.
A telegram reports Ton. I. M. Bailey chosen to fill the Supreme Court vacancy caused by Judge Heaton's death. Judge Barney has shown jurist ability in a short tenure. The Journal applauds Bailey as a conscientious Christian gentleman with a bright future. He will sit in Chicago one third of the time and handle circuit court duties the rest.
Royal wedding of King Alfonso to Princess Mercedes with Queen Christina and King Francisco among dignitaries. Apostolic delegate presents ring and a diamond rose for the Queen. Montpensier dowry totals 25,600,000 francs plus jewels and a lavish trousseau. Festivities span five days with Italian opera, ceremony lasted nearly two hours. Crowds cheer as thousands gather for the historic event.
The New York Merald notes vacancies for Naval Academy cadet midshipmen with 1878 appointments by congressional districts. Examinations on June 21 and September 12. applicants must be 14 to 18, residents of the district, of good character, physically healthy, and pass a mental test. If no appointments by July 1, the Secretary of the Navy may fill them.
Major William A. Dinwiddie is detailed by the Secretary of War to lead the Industrial University military department as Professor of Military Science and Tactics. He brings active service experience and Indiana roots, with a three to five year assignment expected. Col. Ed Snyder yields relieved oversight as drill and discipline transfer to the new officer, amid rising state militia interest.
Secretary of State notified Attorney General that the bond obligors failed to provide four adjoining acres for State House grounds within the four month period. If non-compliance persists, the Governor will appoint commissioners to appraise land value and direct payment from state funds. The obligors may pay condemnation price within 30 days. otherwise the Attorney General will sue to force performance.
London reports from Constantinople that Turkish delegates are ordered to sign the peace preliminaries. Key terms include Bulgarian autonomy, Romania independence with territory compensation to Russia, Bosnian and Herzegovinan autonomy, Servia independence, Montenegrin gains, Batoum cession, and a war indemnity to Russia. The Dardanelles would open to Russian ships and a Christian governor to be installed.
The Chicago Times Washington special reports George Wolf of Freeport seeks to survey land between Fort Dearborn boundary and the lake for Valentine scrip. A local surveyor Francis Josef proposes field work for $20. The land office received both letters dated the 27th. no action yet after prior debate by Lyman Trumbull.
A survey of reigning rulers totals thirty six across Christendom from the Queen of England to the Prince of Monaco. It notes 139 million of Queen Victoria’s subjects are neither Protestant nor Catholic but largely “Windows” and that Muslims total about 40 million, more than all Protestant denomination adherents in the Empire.
An association connected with the Winnebago County Co operative store reports a deficiency of 4000 dollars. All members had access to the books and papers, and records are badly mixed, raising concerns over accountability and finances.
A Washington letter notes a distinguished visitor amid remarks on reform in four phases. It references the Texas Pacific Railroad and Mainne V8 in Massachusetts, and hints at contemplation at the State Department. The report echoes the dark paths of the Ways That Are Dark society with wary tones.
Regular Washington column notes social lists from a royal visit by Lord and Lady Dufferin with Sir Edward Thornton. It details corrected guest lists, civic reception quirks, and the fascination with newspaper coverage of society events. Politico friction surfaces over congressional discourse and a glimpse of Tom Scott addressing a Pacific Railroads hearing.
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