Whig County Convention Meets at Freeport
The Whigs of Stephenson County gather at the Freeport Court House on Saturday June 19 at 12 o clock to elect four delegates to the State Convention in Springfield July 5 and to consider party organization. Town committees are urged to select delegates June 12 with representation based on 1850 census, aiming to strengthen Whig influence and cohesion under Charter of equitable representation.
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Stephenson
Court House
Freeport
Dun Lin
Springfield
Brophensan
Ilinois
Sinata
Said
Towitt
Tha
CLARK
Trustes
Jeno
Five Thirds Rule Sinks Cass Buchanan Douglas Hope Pierce
A late-19th century report on the Locofuco National Convention nominating Pierce after a long battle among Cass Buchanan Douglas. It notes attempts to block Cass and Buchanan, divisions among northern and southern factions, and the compromised outcome with Pierce emerging as a somewhat unfamiliar choice to readers.
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Pranhlin PreRee
Locofuco
United States
Cass
Buchanan
Illinois Whigs urged to unite for Pierce defeat
In this issue the Locofoco influence in New Hampshire and the national race are discussed. The piece argues Gen. Pierce cannot carry Northern states like New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, or Connecticut, and predicts his likely defeat. It notes editorials on Pierce, a steam flouring mill debut in Stephenson County, and promotes Whig unity. The article closes urging Illinois Whigs to rally for Gen. Scott to reclaim the state against Pierce and the Locofoco ticket.
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Locofoco
New Hampshire
John P. Hale
United Senate
New York
Pennsylvania
Ohio
New Jersey
Connecticut
Pierce
Democrat
The
Peirce
Senate
Sims State
Franklin Pierce
James Ex. Polk
Douglas
Messrs. Mease and
Eby
J. Hartman
P. Muses
Chicago
P. B. Andrews
Pasert
Cal
Wire County
Ilinois
van Buren
Cass
Taylor
Gen
Scott
Mexico
Matteson
Locofoco Party
Illinois
Whigs of Freeport to Choose Delegates at Court House
A Freeport Whig meeting is set for Saturday at 4 PM at the Court House to select eight delegates for the County Convention. The Town Committee notes the event and lists names involved. Advertisers Brinckerhoff and Penton of Chicago praise their expansive merchandise and discount prices on Warner items. News mentions Neal traveling the Minors Central Railroad and planning Springfield residence near the Governor and Judge Lockwood of Jacksonville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Brinckerhoff & Penton
Chicago
Warner
Iniisors Cenraan Barmroap
Neal
Minors Central Railroad
Springfield
Asido
Judge Lockwood
Jacksonville
Chicago Democrat
Galena Hotel praised as best house in Galena
A correspondent from the Galena Hotel commends the Galena as one of the best houses in Galena under landlord Tyler. He notes Galena’s bustling Main Street, steamboat trade, and fifteen locally owned steamers. He praises local business and rail prospects, and comments on growth, commerce, and pressures for railroad connection to the East.
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Galena
Revee
Minesota
Wis
Mississippi
Calena
East
Chicago Co
Chicago
Alb Ln
North West
Messrs. B. IL. Campbell & Co
Freeport
Proscription of Gregg in Illinois politics from 1830s lore
The Galena Jeffersonian defends David L. Gregg against proscription rumors sparked by a faction at the Democratic convention. The letter argues that religious prejudice and bigotry motivated opposition to Gregg, who was Catholic, while critics cite his fitness and orthodox stance as governor hopeful. The piece cites Springfield Journal and Matteson and notes Catholic voters may oppose Gregg next November. The page also advertises Sampson's Magazine July issue and Littell's Living Age.
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Galena Jefersonian
David L. Gregg
Ilinios
Allice
Gregg
Greve
Jeffersonian
Springfield Journal
Jones Signal
Matteson
Joliet
Greg
Harses
Greag
Samars
Graham
Andrew Jagison
Haan LY
Napoleon
Andrew Jackson
Waxham
John Sartain & Co
Philalphia
George the Dub
Bulwer
Morris
Willis
Littell
Littell and Co
Boston
Boranum
Notice of a Petitient Publication on Canal Lands Costs
This excerpt reviews a pamphlet detailing expenses on the Miami and Michigan Canal and appraisal of canal lands. It notes publication status, promises a fuller notice before the election, and criticizes appraisers and officials for alleged waste and corruption linked to canal dealings. It mentions Francis L. Sherman and bank/tariff issues and accuses public officials of pilfering from state treasury.
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House of Representatives
Miamis and
Michigan Canal
Springfield
Charles 1. Sampler
Francis L. Sherman
Cook County
Sherman
Whitt
Journal
Matteson
Illingia
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Waal Oiles
Jared Shletz
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Oneco
Lancaster
Rock Grove
West Point
J Oran
Ridott
Silver Crook
Florence
Nfarlesn
Winslow
Traversy
Democratic Review
de Review
Marcy
Nouston
Bern
Dodua
Lane
Weller
al Jen
Gavin
Class
Buchinin
Douglaks
United States Senate
O.p Mazerort
J. W. Siar
C. A. Shlieez
JU. Mevougal
leNuilte
Clair Co
Bellville
St. Clair Co
Lamilton Wade
Bocabanne
David McCoy
Ita
O J. Ranier
WS. Plemiins
Hetville
Episcopal Church
Wrights Hall
J. Bas
Termuio Uwernoasa
W. P. Belknap Esq
Onceo
John Sheckler
Mies
Carmel
Law
Reyman
Rand
Baltimore
Union
Maryland
ES. Thomas
W. St. Travers
GQ. i. Sable
L. Jarrett
James C. Ninde
Samuel McCubbin
Richard T. Merrick
Edward Hickley
Rh. B. Clarke
Sheppard A. Leakin
ComMitrin
Prairie Democrat
Peecling & CO
Canhiace
Stephens Son
Koenig & Co N. B. AM
Jyde's
Hydrs
Jhereas
Robert V. Glover
the Clark
Circuit Court
John Ay Clark
Mt Phenmeou
Hiplay
Loshall
TU Welock
Hreeport
Mephenson
Imne
Baderd
Aloresiid
Jouna
Trusteo
C. Downer
Man Dasten Kigsten
Mumgarera Gane
Rio
Luguira
Maite
Malaga
Cassia
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Tan Velves Rios
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Cudfisti
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Omey
L Ciuc
Vivsicians
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Corner Lake
Dearborn St
Fuerte Tremont House
Cutcago
Cheraby
Dbs
Parniture
Brinckierhoff & Penton
Wholesale Drugzrista
Hest Cininent
Lunckerhoke & Penton
Brinukeruofi Gs Penton
Charles Betts
Juvals
Summage
Hyde
Fang
Cate
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