Political turmoil and Southern suppression writings in 1830 era
A Republican critique discusses a Senate subcommittee to probe Senator Ingalls amid Kansas elections, notes crop forecasts boosting wealth, claims the South’s suppression of Republican influence, and condemns presidential vetoes and legislative battles as figures claim nationwide decline and disgrace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Kansas
Ingalls
Saulsbury
Bailey
Vance
Cameron
Logan
Ex-President Grant and Dorie Borie Silence Stir Curiosity
The article notes Secretary Dorie Borie as Liveling to General Grant and reports public curiosity about Grant's wishes and plans. It urges loyal Republicans to consult party leaders for insight while praising Grant’s enduring heroism and his role in defending the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorie
Grant
Borie
United States
Republican Party
Crant
Wile Yeason
Sharpers Travel Country With New Poultry Game
The unidentified crook, posing as a buyer, offers to purchase all a farmer’s chickens and pays one dollar as a bonus. He writes a pencil receipt, snaps the lead, seals the deal, and later erases the marks to convert the note into a forged promissory bill.
Controversy at City Meeting Over Fourth of July Plans
At a county city executive committee session the selection of a key Fourth of July official drew harsh vulgar remarks from committee members. The incident showcased a silent response and highlighted tensions among local leaders as the vote proceeded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anollion
Croukrive
Krolin
Atatital Esfileigiun
Ida
Confeds in Congress Face Dilemma Over Adjournment
Report notes internal conflict among Confederates in Congress as they seek adjournment. Some oppose concessions while Thurman presses for compromise. many members have left Washington or plan to depart. Ex Secretary of the Navy Borie returns to Philadelphia and predicts Grant may accept a presidential nomination if offered. The fifth biennial report from State Charities Board highlights Stevenson County Jail as well built and ventilated but with dark cells, built in 1876 for thirty five thousand dollars.
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Confeda
Congress
House
Senate
Thurman
Borie
Grant
Philadelphia
Tie
Japan
San Francisco
Board of State Commissioners of Public Charities
Govenor
Stephenson County
The Crops Harvest Prospects Improve After Drought
The article notes spring wheat oats and barley recovery with average yields in many fields winter wheat strong and corn well cultivated. Potatoes from May plantings faltered but overall condition is good while pastures revive after rain though hay making delayed by wet weather and many new hay barracks rise in the county.
Richards and Co C captaincy row and civil service bill
The article recalls Mr. Richards who organized Co C and later resigned, noting his removal and disputes with the regiment’s leaders. It condemns a House bill to bar political assessments by officeholders and contractors, arguing it infringes citizenship rights and predicts Republican opposition. It ends with farmers complaining of excess rain harming corn and grain prospects.
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Conger
North
South
Judge Billey elected chief justice of Appellate Court
A local editorial lauds Judge Billey for being elected chief justice of the Appellate Court of the first district. The piece argues for higher saloon licenses to curb disorder, criticizing low fees as fueling “doggeries” and “drinking hells.” It contends that stricter licensing would reduce crime and ease police strain.
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Billey
Frst
Illinois
Brauhrer
Rubin
McPotter
Buzzard
Washington Letter predicts revived business and political clash
The Washington letter reports a Gettysburg-like Confederate defeat over the veto of a Judicial Bill, with General Thurman calling a council of war to curb executive power. It cautions about voter suppression and mob tactics in 1880, while noting improving commerce, iron demand, railroad expansion, and rising real estate as the economy recovers. It highlights exports, trade balance gains, and cautious equity in investment as confidence returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WaAassinaTon
Thurman
New York City
South
Camp Life Beside the Arkansas Canon in Colorado
Narrative of Freeport visitors settling a summer camp twelve miles above Canon City along the Arkansas. Describes a tented camp with comforts, guards due to railroad tensions, surrounding scenery, and the dramatic Sangre de Christo peaks as sunset fades into a wind blown cloud.
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Tile
Arkansas
Mr. J
Freeport
Canon City
Plains
Rockies
Arkanaas
Terra Firma
Mississippi
Missouri
C. C. Bigelow
Q. Ingersol
Trinidad
Leadville
Arkanana
Denver
Logan
Chicago
California
Sangre de Christo
Etna
Mediterranean
Origins and early formation of the Republican Party in Illinois and Chicago
A Chicago Journal report recounts Illinois and Chicago as early birthplaces of the Republican Party. It cites 1854 protests against the Nebraska bill led by Stephen A. Douglas foe and local editors, including Schneider, Stein-Zeitung, and the Evening Journal, with Lincoln's early support and Wentworth breaking from Democrats to align with Republicans.
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Uwlino
Chicago Journal
Massachusetts
Michigan
Illinois
New York
Pennsylvania
George Schneider
Republican Party
Chicago
Stephen A. Douglass
Nebraska
Schneider
Steats-Zeitung
Warner's Stall
Randolph Street
Clark
George Tillgartner
M. Gindele
E. B. Washburne
Congress
Aurora III
James H. Woodworth
Chicabo
Aurora
Staats-Zeitung
Evening Journal
Charles L. Wilson
Chicago Tribune
Stewart
Dr. Ray
Mr. Medill
Douglass
Long John” Wentworth
Warner's Hall
Ile
Te Journal
Staats- Zeitung
Seward Whig
Abraham Lincoln
Illinois Republican origins and naturalization debates in 1846
The text outlines early Illinois Republican views on naturalized citizens and equal rights, noting conventions, key figures like Judd and Parry, and clashes over anti Nebraska and anti Know Nothing positions. It describes the alliance shifts and the party’s formation against pro slavery elements, leading to the modern Republican stance.
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Blooming
Tony
Dela Toy
Philadelphia
Judd
John M. Parry T. Brown
Alton
George
C. L. Wilson
Illinois
Altho
Can
Nebrasky First
Sigpj
Re G
Republican
Fourth of July Programme with parade and speeches
Read a detailed Independence Day plan with a morning parade led by Col Bra?, procession along Main, Galena and Locust streets to Stephens Park, and an afternoon program at Grand Opera House including a reading of the Declaration and an oration by Gen John. The note mentions new army bill provisions for cadets and vacancies in the army.
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Hi Cronkrite
Rev
J. H
Prof
C. C. Snyder
Muzice
Gen. John
Muaic
Draess
Jas
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3D Regt
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Washington
Colorado
Jenkins
Council Chamber
Lowing
Srom
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