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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1878
Page
2
In Illinois election listings, candidates include James P. Slade of St. Clair County for Superintendent of Public Instruction, with Jo Daviess County showing a separate State Treasurer race. The notice outlines the statewide contest structure and involved counties for voter eligibility and ballot placement.
The Republican voters of Stephenson County townships and Freeport wards are urged to send delegates to a Freeport convention at 1 30 p m on Tuesday July 16 1878 to select twelve delegates for the Congressional Convention on August 8 1878 The township and ward caucuses are advised to be held on Saturday July 18 1878 by order of the County Republican Central Committee Br Ti Buckley Chairman
The Republican voters of Buckeye township meet in caucus at the Town House on Saturday July 13 1878 at 4 p m to choose delegates for the County Convention on July 16 1878. Caucus opens one hour. Henry Richart, Committeeman.
By request of many friends H W Bolender announces himself as a candidate for the nomination to the office of Sheriff of Sao Ren EOD county subject to the decision of the Republican County Convention.
The account suggests last Wednesday's Springfield gathering forecasts a strong campaign. It predicts success for the Republican ticket with a largely increased majority, indicating decisive support and momentum for the slate.
Rumors circulate that a successor to Maj. Nase as Collector of Internal Revenue for the district has already been named by the ring, should Burchard be renominated, described as part of the price for the nomination.
The State Republican Convention presents a Grand Division ticket featuring Gen. J. C. Smith Gen. 18. F. Dutton and J. R. Coombs Esq. as the three gallant soldiers on the slate.
The programme to secure Burchard's renomination aims to carry Stephenson and Ogle counties by any means. Four more votes will nominate. They expect to beg buy or steal those votes. If the district allows it the Burchard ring could govern for two more years.
In this district at least five men are named as potential Republican candidates for Congress, any could win the party vote. If Burchard secures the nomination, doubt arises about his election. The piece questions the value of nominating him, arguing it would invite defeat.
The Republican Convention nominated Gen. J C Smith for treasurer, showing the party's seriousness and determination to win. Smith, a poor man with no funds, faced wealthier rivals Ridgway and Tramburgher, but merit prevailed in the selection.
For several months the Aetro politan police force at Mast St Louis, disbanded by a mayoral edict, resisted disbandment and held possession of an engine house 3 headquarters. On Sunday the mayoral force attempted a surprise takeover but were fired upon and.
Amid sensational rumors, a confrontation over the City Jail at Elgin ended with the Mayor’s faction repulsed and the Mayor arrested after a citizens meeting. Steps for control of municipal institutions were discussed as excitement ran high.
The Greenback Convention in the city last Thursday nominated Jno M King of Ogle County. King, a farmer and ex Republican, served as a soldier in the 02d Illinois Regiment during the war.
Sidney Breese, longtime Justice and former Chief Justice of the Illinois Supreme Court, died suddenly at Mt. Vernon on Thursday of last week. A renowned lawyer, legislator, U.S. Senator and judge, he remained mentally vigorous in his advanced years after more than half a century of public service.
Four tickets are presented for Illinois state offices at the upcoming election. Republicans name John C. Smith for Treasurer and James P. Slade for Superintendent. Democrats run Edward L. Cronkrite for Treasurer and Samuel M. Etter for Superintendent. Greenback and Prohibition parties also list candidates, Erastus N. Bates and Frank H. Hall for Treasurer. Jerome R. Gorin and Rev. W. S. Post for Superintendent.
Ed Cronkrite attended a Springfield gathering with his supporters to back a treasurer candidacy he could beat. He watched large, enthusiastic delegations flow in and, upon the convention nominating Gen. J. C. Smith as his rival, his courage failed dramatically.
The notice urges a County Convention in Freeport on Tuesday July 16 to elect delegates to the August 8 Congressional Convention. It also recommends primaries held on Saturday July 18. The Burchard ring aims to win the primaries and will fund needed money. If Burchard carries the primaries, the people must not complain.
Ed Cronkrite is unhappy and may follow H G’s advice after the Republicans nominated Gen J C Smith as his rival. The result is a weakened contest. Ed has reportedly gone to Kansas to run a cattle ranch, while his family stays home during the election.
Washington June 29 It is announced that the Presidents civil service order stays in effect across the nation. Federal officers may not participate in caucuses or party meetings but may support any candidate after nomination and assist election without violating official duties. The president sees no reason to revoke it. In Freeport Smith D Atking has served as postmaster for twelve years.
A long critique charges Atkins and Burchard with controlling a county Republican machine despite Hayes civil service reforms. The piece alleges manipulated conventions, blocked investigations, and a persistent effort to keep Burchard in Congress, masking the ring’s influence as genuine public choice.
A press meeting of Republican state convention reporters convened in the Senate Chamber at 4 30 pm with many editors and publishers present. Cadet Taylor presided and C B Bostwick outlined plans to push legislation mandating publication of public officer reports to protect public funds and increase information. The proposal was debated by several editors and referred to the next winter Springfield meeting of the Illinois State Press Association.
At Springfield last week Gen Logan spoke to a large mass meeting and denounced the income tax as unjust and odious. He linked it to Democratic motives, criticized Burchard’s revenue bill, and contrasted Democratic demagogy with his own measured stance. The piece calls for voters to inspect their representative in the 5th Illinois district.
The Galena and Southern Wisconsin Railroad will suspend all trips after this date until further notice due to ongoing financial losses and creditor actions. The road remains idle as injunctions block ten miles of track, despite efforts by several Galena men who guaranteed debt to keep service alive. Citizens regret the halt but blame no officers, who have funded the venture and risked their own credit for public benefit. editorials defend Freeport interests amid local disputes.
The Pittsburgh Commercial Gazette reviews editorial stances echoed by the Cincinnati Commercial and New York Graphic. It argues for Hayes's re election, contends opposition should be sidelined, and predicts Grant as the likely next leader to sweep the nation from Maine to Oregon. The piece dismisses a Tilden revival and defends the current title and its legitimacy.
The Marion Indiana Independent reports that at the Ohio State Republican Convention cheers rose repeatedly for Ulysses S Grant as the strongest contender for President in 1880. The piece argues Grant would stand with a Republican Congress to deter communism and revolution, reflecting strong GOP support.
A large and harmonious Republican convention met in Springfield to nominate a state ticket and pledge an energetic off year campaign. Col. James presided as temporary chair with speeches by Gen. Logan and others emphasizing loyalty, integrity, and opposition to a rival party. The assembly adopted resolutions to prepare district conventions and central committee actions, marking a forceful push for victory in November.
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