Judicial Convention Recommended for Thirteenth Circuit
A committee of bar members from Jo Daviess Stephenson Winnebago Ogle Carroll Whiteside and Lee counties proposes a convention at the Opera House Freeport on July 24 1877 at 4 pm. Five delegates from each county to nominate a Circuit Court judge with county conventions to select delegates. Also reporting Governor Cullom promotes General A C Ducat Chicago to Major General commanding Illinois military forces for life under the new code.
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Thirteenth Judicial Circuit
Jo Daviess, Stephenson
Winnebago
Ogle, Carroll, Whiteside
Lee
Opera House
Freeport
W. R B. Rowley
Jo Daviess Co
P. Banton
Stephenson Co
R. F. Crawtord
Winnebago Co
Jas. Dinsmoon
Whiteside Co
O. Rogers
Ogle Co
Neelson Fletcher
Carroll Co
John ‘D. Crabtree
Lee Co
Cullom
A. C. Ducat
Chicago
Illinois National Guard
Illinois
Ducat
Silence of Tilden Favored Measure Says Rochester Union
The Rochester Union notes that Mr. Tilden showed no signs of disfavor toward the measure. It asserts he favored it through the silence that implies consent, pointing to his chosen representatives and spokesmen in Congress who supported the measure in both houses.
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Rochester Union
Tilden
Gov
Dorsheimer
Congress
Tide of consolidation kept at bay by Southern orators
The Richmond Enquirer notes that consolidation was resisted and the true faith of the Constitution upheld by bold Southern orators whose eloquent words inspired conviction, warned against heresy, and rallied support among men of brain and skill amid heated public discourse.
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Richmond
Enquirer
Hired Man Flees to Montreal in Odd Dispatch
A fragmentary note alleges a hired man packed his knapsack and left for Montreal following a bizarre message to John Wilkes McPotter. The text mixes slang and threats, mentioning calendars, violence, and coded threats toward an unnamed party, with ominous lines about blood and battles, ending with a crude exhortation to hide belongings and cut hair.
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Montreal
John Wilkes McPotter
Edithurin
Fraypoort
United States
Amerika
Indians in Northwest rebellion prompt troops from Georgia
The article reports the need to send troops from Georgia to quell a far Northwest Indian uprising. It notes the malcontents will not be subdued easily, despite offers of reservations including Wallula Valley. Authorities estimate about 52,000 Indians within 200 miles and 30,000 nearby, with many peaceful until a lenient policy encouraged resistance to reservations and treaty enforcement.
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Georgia
Johnson
Wallula
The Crisis and the Call for Statesman Leaders
The piece argues a political crisis looms as President Tayes faces criticism for Southern policy and Civil Service changes. It urges electing capable, selfless leaders with vision to govern, resist personal greed, and serve constituency needs in Congress and the Legislature. It cites 1861 party realignments as precedent for sacrificing party divides to pursue national good.
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Tayes
Grant
Rawlins
Congress
President's Order Shakes Nation On Political Involvement
The President's order barring federal officers from political groups and campaigns prompts resignations from party roles nationwide. The piece argues the policy will curb machine politics and bring more merit to Congressional selection, signaling a shift away from spoils-era practices toward citizen representation.
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Congress
Bourbon
Clarion quotes on co operation within Southern Democrats
The Jackson Clarion quips about Democratic unity and cooperation with Mr Sayes in enforcing party policy. It notes that the only dissenters are the disconsolate Rad faction, implying broader alignment within the South.
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Jackson [Miss
Bloody Orangemen Parade Spars With Possible Clash
Montreal July 9 The Bloody Sons of Erin reports a lead up to Thursdays Orangemen parade with large Canadian West turnout. Nightly drills and hidden firearms by opponents raise fears of bloodshed despite clergy and authorities warnings. City bands engaged and many U S representatives in town.
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Montreal
Canada West
United States
War dispatches from Europe report Turkish setbacks and Russian advances
A Czarowitz dispatch notes a cavalry force and artillery capturing Tirnova and Turks retreating to Osman Bazar as Russian infantry and guns approach. Vienna and London sources discuss Russia aiming to occupy Constantinople, Persian ally complicating fronts, and heavy Turkish losses among 11 000 dead Bashi Bazouks in Montenegro. Reports detail bombardments at Kars and Rustchuk, Danube river actions, and Austrian harbor reopening for Turkish provisioning as European powers weigh intervention. General Grant’s London visit and remarks emphasize U S British friendship and mutual honor in settlement of past disputes.
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Tirnova
St. Peterspuna
Czarowitz
Osman-Bazar
Layard
Bulgaria
Asia Minor
London
Vienna
St. Petersburg
Armenia
Persia
Lake van
Bayazid
Sulieman Pasha
Ali’ Saib
Nikita
Montenegro
Ipek
Kars
Dervish Pasha
Batoum
Zib
Buoharest
Biela
Jassy
Galatz
Erzremoum
Olt
Constantinople
Porte
Asia
Europe
Simnitza
Danube
Czarowitch
Rustchuk
Bucyanest
Bucharest
Varna
Berlin
Klek
the Times
Askys Flamingo
Davenport
Erzeroum
Prince Gortschakoff
Russia
Servia
Roumania
Turkey
Balkans
Gazette urges Republicans to hold what they possess
The Chillicothe Gazette criticizes the President's Southern policy and warns Republicans not to imitate Democratic conduct. It calls on every Republican to do his whole duty in resisting inaction and preserving current holdings in the state.
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Chillicothe
Ohio
Ex-President Grant Favoring a Third Term Hopes voiced in Folkestone visit
London dispatch reports General Grant arriving in Ostend via Folkestone after England engagements. Folkestone Mayor offered hospitality including a town hall address and Hythe drive. Grant replied time limited, but met officials, praised friendly Anglo-American ties, and noted satisfaction with settlement of the Alabama claims.
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Folkestone
London
General Grant
England
General Bodeau
Stratford On Avon
Shakespeare
Stratford
Switzerland
Sweden
Ostend
Dover
Pierrepont
Hythe
Grant
Jesse
Badeau
Southeastern Railway
Tunbridge
Ashford
United States
Ife
America
Tie
Alabama
Edinburgh to Grant Freedom of City for August Visit
At the Lord Provosts committee meeting in Edinburgh the town Council unanimously resolved to offer General Grant the freedom of the city during his visit in August or September next.
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Edinbourguh
Lord Provost’s Committee
Edinburgh
Quiet Fourth of July in Orangeville and crops praised
From Orangeville a quiet Fourth of July with no public celebration. Farmers report crops strong in corn and winter grain, oats short but good, spring wheat sparse due to chinch bugs. Potatoes plentiful, Paris Green used. Methodists rent Masonic Hall for meetings. Rev. Hardin of Freeport to preach July 15, likely crowded.
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Lena
Paris
Masonic Hall
Hardin
Freeport
Steamboat Excursion Impresses Savanna and Rock Island
A Savanna Lanark and Mt Carroll party toured Rock Island on July 8 aboard the D A McDonald. Captain Lon Van Sant guided a smooth trip with music from the Sabula Brass Band and meals served by Savanna ladies. The group toured the Arsenal and enjoyed pleasant weather with orderly conduct. Rev Frank Gardin organized the outing with praised energy.
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Savanna
Lanark
Mt. Carroll
Rock Island
D. A. McDonald
Lon van Sant
Sabula
U.S. Arsenal
D.A. McDonald
Frank
Uardin
The Recent High School Commendations at Freeport
A reader praises the Freeport High School graduation exercises for revealing surprising genius and expressive ability among the students. The writer questions forcing every graduate to deliver an original essay, urging more entertaining, attainable formats that suit ordinary youth and preserve individuality.
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Mt. Eptron
Freeport
Whipple
Narrow gauge railroad debate in Winslow letters
Winslow letters critique the Galena to Platteville line and advocate a smaller gauge toward the Wisconsin state line. The writer condemns the line as failing to pay, praises its market-oriented route, and urges Freeport to support a locally favored alignment to boost county wealth and trade.
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Evphorr Journal
Journal of the 4Th
Freeport
Wisconsin
Galena
Platteville
Gore
Bucna Waddams
Oneco
Winslow
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