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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1880
Page
7
A civic exhortation speaks of youth monuments and the enduring lesson of heroism. It emphasizes wrath over vengeance and the immortality of truth guiding the republic from lakes to the gulf. Applause greets visions of harmony under one flag, two crossed swords symbolizing shared history.
General W S Rosecrans recall s his wartime ties with James Garfield. He credits Garfield with loyalty, competence, and broad views, and says Garfield could serve equally well in Congress or the field. He recalls urging Garfield to accept the Ashtabula district nomination and warns opponents to expect a strong campaign.
The text recalls 1867 Sheridan removal from the military district of Louisiana and Texas for enforcing Congress reconstruction laws. Hancock is cited as Sheridan's replacement to favor ex rebels and suppress Republicans. Garfield's 1868 speech accuses Hancock of political maneuvering toward a Democratic presidential nomination.
A strong critique banners a general order by a military officer claiming civil and military duties clash in postwar Texas and Louisiana. The speaker insists the officer must obey the laws and help build civil governments rather than seek political advantage or challenge civilian governance.
The obituary notes Andrew St John born 1806 in Cahokia Illinois died July 4 1880 at age 73 years 9 months 23 days after a stroke at his home near Buena Vista. He married Catherine Chilton in 1831 and lived a Christian life as a pioneer Democrat. He leaves four children 16 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. burial at Belleview cemetery beside his wife.
An advertisement offers loans of 1000 to 2000 dollars at eight percent interest with long terms and real estate security. Contact P O Box 624 Freeport Illinois.
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