German Voters Reject Cincinnati Nominees Amid Dissatisfaction
German citizens in Cincinnati criticize the convention and its nominees. Leaders like Koer and Hecker denounce the process and campaign, urging Germans to back Grant. Dispatches report widespread opposition among German editors and papers, with few supporting the ticket.
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Cincinnati
Stin
Horace
Grocley
Grant
Becker
Ife
Carl Daezer
Anzergerdee Westerns
St. i
Janati
Blair Trown
Missouri
Bolt
Ixinnati
Saureck
I Dutsponen
Ventliche Post
Carl Schurz
Louis
Sonati
Leib
Leis
Chicago
Cincinnati Tians
Greeley as President in a 19th Century Tribune Critique
The piece argues against Horace Greeley as president, citing fears he would pursue radical French Communist policies, seek peace with the South, negotiate faulty treaties, and push for specie payments. It recalls Greeley’s wartime stance urging immediate resumption of gold payments and claims such a policy would have caused financial disaster comparable to the war debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greeley
South
Richmond
Niagara
Colorado
Jeff
Bavis
Tribune
The Value of Direct Answers in Business
A passage argues that prompt direct responses save time and money. It praises the “yes and no” man who avoids long evasions, condemns ignorance and deceit, and urges admitting what one does not know. Honest listening earns trust and genuine friendships.
Laughs and medicines in a curious neighborly exchange
A quirky dialogue notes neighbors laughing at each other while a resident coughs through a comic exchange. The speaker reflects on humor easing discomfort and urges genuine smiles as a social antidote amid a lighthearted, domestic scene.
Gambetta as a Symbol of Republican Resolve in Europe
Emile Castelli’s essay in Harper’s Magazine portrays Gambetta as the enduring republican force who stood firm after Sedan. It argues liberty can fade yet never die, credits Gambetta with shaping European republican ideas, and praises his blend of intellect and action despite misfortune.
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Gambetta
Republican ‘Party
France
Sedan
Metz
Brutus
Philippi
Greece
Mani
Europe
Jaber
Ford
Plato
Pisistratus
Montesquieu
Colbert
Cesar
Danton
Emile Castelli
Harper's Magazine
The Value of a Laughing Household
The piece extols a ready laughing companion to brighten life and blunt sorrow. A spontaneous, infectious, robust laugh defeats grim illusions and lights daylight, though it must be genuine and unforced to be truly healthful.
Misspelled words plague Whiteside County teachers
Supers intertdant of Whiteside publishes a list of 820 misspellings from the recent county exams. Examples include Grammar, Governor, Cincinnati, Monongahela, Louisiana, Diamonds, and Chicago spelled in numerous incorrect ways, with phrases like fraze and enuff noted.
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Schoon
Lousiania
America
Christofer Collumbus
Chicago
Chichago
Judy Questions What Harrows the Soul More Than a Peg
A reflective line wonders what burdens the spirit more than a simple peg in a boot, drawing readers to consider small irritants that weigh on the conscience and daily life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judy
Sheriff Sale Notice in Freeport Illinois 1872
The sheriff of Stephenson County announces a public sale of the west two thirds of lot 3 in block 47 of Freeport. The sale, under two executions in favor of Hoffman and Lawyer against John F Mayer and Almira Mayer, will occur June 26 1872 at 1 PM at the circuit court building door for cash.
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Freeport
Stephenson County
Illinois
John F. Mayer
Circuit Court
State of Illinois
John Fr. Mayer
John R. Hanes Sheriff of Stephencon County IM
John R. Hanes serves as sheriff in Stephencon County IM according to the fragmentary notice. No additional details are readable about duties, term, or surrounding context in the OCR snippet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John ‘R. Hanes
Stephencon Co
Public sale sought in Ira G. Chaddock estate lands
In Stephenson County Illinois notice in the April Term 1872 of the County Court. B A Darling administrator petitions for order and decree to sell lands described as 8 W 1c 8 W 4 in section 18 township 27 range 7 east of the 4th P M totaling 87.30 acres with a 100 foot strip carved as a right of way for Illinois Central Railroad. Defendants Mary J Waters and others are nonresidents. summons issued for June 3 1872 at Freeport County Court Room.
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John In Gibber
John Gibber
Ridoit
Stephenson
Illinois
Stephenson County
Freeport
Hiram Gibler
David Penticoff
David Penticot
Peter Penticoff
John Penticofr
State of Illinois
County Court
Catharine Graf
Godfray Groff
Frederick Graff
Catharine Billig
Daniel Billig
Barbara Hunsicker
Isayro K. Hunsicker
John Greff
Jacob Greif
Elizabeth Hunsicker
Jacob Hunsicker
Adam Ground
Joseph Groft
Godfrey Grey
Saiu Stephenson
Dinas
County Cott Room
Sald
Thompson
Ui-T Dw
Said
A. Darling
Ira G. Chaddock
Cordelia Chaddock
Mary J.waters
Hiram Watera
Daniel L. Chaddock
William §. Chaddock
Elizabeth Chaddock
Sallie’ M. Chaddock
Loretta Chaddock
Loran Chaddock
Francis I. Chaddock
Sophia Chaddock
Mary J. Waters
Fram Waters
Ilinois
B. A. Daring
Illinois Central Railroad
Courith
Holden
Geo
Robate Notiocr
B. T. Rice
Ice
Ridott
Blephenson
W. G. Woodrufr
Sale of Real Estate in Stephenson County Illinois
Public notice of a chancery sale by David Zimmerman commissioner under a Stephenson County Circuit Court decree. Lands described include portions of sections 29 32 and 30 in Rock Grove township with multiple parcels totaling about 263 acres. Auction set for May 27 1872 at 10 am at Levi Bolender’s house. terms require one third cash and balance over two years with 8 percent interest secured by mortgage.
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Cxwardian
NZA_ by
Eilen
Louisa Mayer
Circuit Court
Stephenson County
Llinois
Seetian
Florence
Illinois
Freeport
Anole
Almina Mayer
Guardian
Said County
Marcherm
A. D
Aaron Bolender
Barbara Fisher
Solomon Fisher
Adam Bolender
Levi Bolender
Frederick
Bolender
Elizabeth Maurer
George Maurer
Matilda Kleeckner
Jackson Kleckner
John Bolender
Isaac Bolender
Reuben Bolender
Ilinois
Rock Grove
Dane
Twenty-nine
Baroeis
David Zimmerman
John Co
Compl
Parties Get Ready in Varied Colors and Styles
A social roundup notes attendees arriving in multiple colors and outfits. Hosts emphasize comfort and flair with coordinated accessories and seasonal themes. The scene reflects festive planning and inclusive dress etiquette.
Paper and Magazine Listings Spark Determination
A catalog of papers magazines law books pamphlets sheet music and pictorial works signals a renewed resolve. The listing emphasizes diverse publications and materials reflecting persistent scholarly and artistic interest.
Best & Morgan's Big Sale on Textiles and Millinery this Week
The store touts a wide offering of new shawls from $2.15 to $5 and up to $21.50, plus linen suits from $4.75, parasols, silks, poplins, alpacas, and lace trimmings. A large selection of plaids, new colors, and an immense Marseilles line are advertised. About 500 dozen hats and bonnets in renowned styles, with skilled trimmers, and ongoing additions to the Ladies' Furnishing Goods department are highlighted as a major market event this week.
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Marseilles
Rough & Ready
Marine
Regetta
Milan
Local shop promises prompt service to regular customers
The firm notes its large department and limited time for store work. Regular customers will receive first attention and favored charges for work done, with a willingness to help others where possible.
Wholesale trade offer promises best cash buys in market
The notice proclaims readiness to supply wholesale dry goods and millinery at the lowest prices, claiming over five hundred thousand dollars in capital and the ability to pay cash for goods. It promises savings on time, freight, and travel for buyers in Chicago or St. Louis.
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Chicago
St. Louis
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John R. Hayes
We Heriff
William Bonacher
Yoho F. Mayer
Almira Mayer
Ohn R. Hayes
Stephenson Co
Ill
Burciard, Gxeron & Barnum
Winnesheik Insurance Company
Winnesheik Insurance
Conrad J. ‘Ry
Stephensons
Tlinois
Bridge Street
Recorder of Deeds
Conrad J. Fry
William A. Sanborn
L' Ahall
Eathy
District Court of the
United States
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Freeport Journal
Book & Job Printing Office
Mufti
Abraham Wolf
Lloois
Michael Woill
Tor
Best & Morgan
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