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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1881
Page
2
In Freeport on Wednesday June 1 1881 Postmaster Atkins boasted of beating an old citizen out of 84800 by sharp practice and of procuring the new Post Office. The claim is disputed with the old saying one story is good until another is told.
The post office head claims strong backing from the P O Department while Star Route Brady, investigated alongside, receives a similar whitewash from the same officials at roughly the same period.
The passage notes Atkins as a successful procurer of petitions testimonials and affidavits, comparing him to the Star Route chaos. It suggests such items can be obtained in sparsely populated western regions as readily as in Freeport.
The article traces ongoing senatorial maneuvering in New York with Conkling and Platt seeking reelection amid clashes between monopoly interests led by Blaine and antimonopolists. It details Gould’s influence, party splits, caucus tensions, and commendations for Senator Sunderland’s temperance leadership and notable speeches in Springfield.
The passage lauds leaders Conkling Grant Arthur and Platt as the greatest brained men among Republicans, asserting monopolists may triumph briefly but cannot kill such figures. It predicts they will be heard from again within the grand old Republican party.
A local Decoration Day observance recalls Ellsworth’s bloodshed in Alexandria and honors fallen Civil War heroes. Veterans, including Comrade C. C. Lathrop, lead ceremonies at Col. Putnam’s monument with prayers by Rev. Crissmar, and youths listen to valor recitals under the national emblem. A petition drive to place a monument for Col. John A. Davis is launched, with Secretary Kleckner to circulate and invite old soldiers to join. The meeting adjourns amid discussions on a canal, and a banquet follows a city tour and government works visit.
A G A R meeting at the Armory in Freeport initiated steps to form a local G A R post. Capt A V Richards chaired. J Kleckner named secretary. Circulation of a charter petition began. fifty cents collected for the sale. thirty signatures secured with more added, list includes A Y Richards and J A Sheetz among others.
The Davenport meeting led by Congressman Harry of Michigan endorsed sweeping plans to connect the Mississippi basin with the eastern seaboard and Gulf via canal routes. Resolutions pressed federal and state action to fund and accelerate navigable improvements from the falls of St. Anthony to the Gulf, support for barge lines, and toll-free Erie Canal aims alongside Illinois and Michigan Canal enhancements.
The original Fisk University Jubilee Singers from Nashville will perform at the Opera House on Thursday evening June 16. Citizens are urged to attend, as the group is praised for extraordinary singing and cultural influence, with press notes endorsing the authenticity of the Fisk company against imitators.
The Chicago & Northwestern Railway will place modern dining cars on its Council Bluffs Denver and California line at the start of the month. Built in its own shops, the cars emphasize traveler comfort and convenience for passengers on these routes.
The company introduces near perfect dining and travel facilities for passengers between Chicago and Council Bluffs Omaha and other western points. Meals at seventy five cents with cheaper tea and sandwich options, first class meals and service, and modern conveniences are promised to satisfy all travelers. The line remains the best route between Chicago and the West with extensive improvements and customer focus.
A large and very pleasant wedding occurred at Samuel Kevern’s residence near Apple River. William McKibbins and Lizzie Kevern wed with Rev. Joseph Crummer officiating and Pastor Wiley assisting. Music by a band, gifts included a gold watch and chain, and a late departure for Chicago followed by return to Dakota.
John G. Reighard of Harlem died Saturday morning by taking poison after a troubled marriage. A divorce suit had been filed by his wife, and an injunction halted sale of real estate. An inquest revealed a suicide note blaming his wife for the strife and noted the daughter’s awareness of his intent.
Advertises Electric Bitters as a universal cure after doctors fail. Claims to heal stomach liver kidney and urinary disorders constipation headaches and bilious attacks. States product is sold by Emmert and Burrell for fifty cents a bottle.
For Ladies and Gents Summer Underwear call at Mrs. W A Stevens. Local shop advertises a seasonal supply of underwear and related garments for all ages.
Advertisement seeks cows for sale at 9.2w J B Currier in Freeport Illinois. No further details provided.
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