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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1877
Page
2
A private dispatch reports Senator Ferry convalescing rapidly and expected to regain health with time and rest. Western farmers suffered an estimated 20 million dollars in hog cholera losses last year, but higher prices this year may offset the impact.
The article extols General Toombs as unmatched in wisdom and conservatism in the nation while praising his generosity, portraying him as a unique figure in Georgia’s political history.
The New Orleans Jimes mocks Mr. Tilden, saying the people of the haunters will act as patriots without his voice. It adds that Nil den’s space in history will be a brief paragraph for an unsuccessful candidate who soon faded into obscurity.
The Chicago Tribune reports Senator Oglesby deferred definite opinion on the Southern policy as it is not yet fully framed and the policy is described by the president as an experiment. He supported the president’s actions for the people North and South and urged unity in the Republican ranks, saying he deserved a fair shake.
In Boston last Thursday June 14 a salute celebration and an evening demonstration at Old South Meeting House honored the centennial. Mayor presided while Nathan Appleton delivered an address on the flag and Key. Mrs. West led a song with band, and a recitation followed. The display featured the Fort McHenry banner linked to Gen Armistead, Key’s lyric, and its current owner Mrs Appleton, kin to Armistead. Appleton added notes on the flag's origin by Rebecca Young's daughter, under Washington.
A severe Peruvian coastquake near Tcu, Tiaga boundary region triggered a tsunami up to sixty feet. The Wad ee steamer was driven inland at Arica, four hundred workers perished in mine accidents, and total losses were about six hundred lives and twenty million dollars in property. Thieves looted wrecks and authorities opened fire to curb plunder amid fires and damage.
The article lauds Huntington, longtime Galena editor and Republican supporter, as he retires July 1 and is succeeded by W. Huntington who previously held a post under Lincoln and Grant. It praises Huntington for shaping Northwest public opinion, his honesty, patriotism, and decades of public service without reward.
Rex-Gov IR C Powers, newly arrived in Cleveland, tells Leader reporter that Judge Chisolm and family showed indomitable courage after a tragedy. Miss Chisolm telegraphed from bedside, narrated the bloody affair, and believed saving her father was a duty. Powers calls the murderers the foulest and vows justice.
Tion. E. B. Washburne, our Minister at the French Court, aided German residents during the siege of Paris. In return, Emperor William ordered a portrait of Washburne to be painted and presented to him as royal acknowledgment. Washburne’s popularity and official acts have pleased both Europe and the U S.
The Pension agencies formerly at Chicago, Salem, and Springfield have been merged into one agency to be based in Springfield. General Jesse IT Moore has been appointed Pension Agent for the State.
The synopsis outlines provisions effective July 4 detailing protection periods for prairie chickens woodcock deer turkeys pheasants quail and waterfowl. Quail nets are unlawful and nonresidents may not kill or trap any protected birds or mammals in any county to sell or move them out of state.
Reports from every Congressional district in the state indicate an improved corn outlook for this season with a large crop anticipated. Early returns from other corn growing sections show a similar prospect, and grains across the West and Northwest also promise the best results.
The piece reflects on Mr. Tilden praising a past Democratic era and recalls exile and imprisonment of leaders like Tweed and Sweeny. It dwells on memory, politics, and the moral of history, noting a Connecticut farmer tale as a single aside and concluding the reminiscence was simply pleasant reflection.
A Chicago Post special reports that in the McGhee poisoning trial the jury found him guilty and sentenced him to fourteen years in the penitentiary. Judge Tustace defended the prisoner, Mr. Barge prosecuted, and public sentiment favored a harsher outcome amid crowd scenes outside the courtroom. Discussion swirled about the supposed accomplice Miss Paddock and her marriage plans.
Montenegrins repel four Turkish attacks at Plana near Spiz in eight hours of fighting. Ali Saib leads the Turks, 2,000 dead, many wounded and prisoners. Prince of Montenegro weeps with sorrow and pride over his people's valor amid relief news for Nicsics and reports of Russian actions at Kars and Armenia.
In New Orleans on June 7, Judge Billings dismissed the petition seeking an injunction to stop Jumel from acting as State Auditor. The court held the petitioner did not allege loss of an election but retained office for four months after a Returning Board action. The decision states the case concerns restoration of office, not a vote exclusion, and finds no jurisdiction to compel office regain.
Late arrivals from the west place Sitting Bull between Wood Mountains and Fort Walsh in Manitoba with about 350 lodges. He plans to settle quietly on Canadian soil and displays trophies from the Custer party. He defends the hostilities as a breach of treaty with the Black Hills.
General Grant attended by Mayor and dignitaries at Guildhall for a formal reception in London. The event featured speeches praising the United States and England, a procession to the Crystal Palace at Sydenham, a large crowd estimated around 30,000, fireworks, and a late dinner with Princess Louise at Kensington Palace. A gold casket commemorates the visit with symbols of London and Washington.
A fragmentary dialogue shows two speakers debating hearts and funds as they consider forming a partnership. The exchange hints at financial stakes and emotional tension amid the proposed tie, with one party insisting on a fair split and the other offering a conditional agreement.
A government firm reported gold trading at 10596 per ounce at street level at noon on Monday, reflecting market activity and pricing guidance. The note indicates official price reference for the day.
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