Congress Proceedings June 20 1868 Senate and House actions
The Senate adopted a resolution seeking information on funds paid into the U.S. Treasury for property seized in Virginia under federal law. House amendments to the army and navy accounts bill were concurred in. Fiscal bills moved, including post office and tax measures, and railroad consolidations were debated. Various appropriations were approved, including Fortification and Army bills, while New Mexico statehood steps and territorial governance inquiries advanced. A Senate inquiry into Cuba and wireless telegraph funding discussions occurred alongside tariff and consular measures.
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Senate
United State Treasury
Virginia
Congress
House
Army
Navy
Sherman
Committee On Finance
Texas Pacific Railroad
Alabama and
Chattanooga
Vicksburg
Meriden
North Louisiana
Texas
Texas Pacific
Marshall
Dominica
Negley
Cuba
Cullom
Committee On Territories
New Mexico
Lincoln
International Ocean Telegraph Company
United States
San Francisco
Japan
Europe
Trumbull
Ramsey
Liberia
Ordnance Department
Bureau of Construction
Butler
Reconstruction Committee
B. F. Whittemore
Logan
Committee On Foreign Relations
Stewart
Wilson
Nye
Gen
Fremont
Judiciary Committee
Massachusetts
Georgia
Fransworth
China
Congress of the United States
General Assembly
Mississippi
Davis Hatch
Babcock
Howard
Williams
Warner
Hatch
Schurz
Ferry
Vickers
Marine Hospital Service
Bingham
Patrick Woods
Porter
Civil Service
Court House
Des Moines
Iowa
David Heaton
North Carolina
Special Meeting in Freeport Council May 18 1870
City council convened with all Aldermen present for a special meeting. Motions covered license grants, social policeman appointment referrals, issuing bounty orders, city indebtedness, prisoner release terms, and various municipal infrastructure and legal matters.
Special Meeting Proceedings on May 21 1870
The Clerk convened the meeting with no mayor present and a quorum lacking. Alderman Rodearmel was named Chairman, petitions from J W Crane and others were referred to the Fire Department, and finances were reviewed including city orders totaling 55004 61 and accrued interest of 49685 with 531 79 net gain. The clerk was instructed to cancel uncalled for orders and maintain a list for reissue if claimed. The Fire Department petitions were extended for more time and other matters were referred to committees. A Stengerbund invitation to June festivities was accepted. The roll showed only Buckley Rodearmel and Upp, no quorum, and the meeting adjourned to June 10 1870.
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Edward Knaft
Henry Smith
Odearmel
Committee On Police
Rodearmel
Corporation
Street
Adams
Stephenson
Wissler Street
War Buren
Bridge
Exchange
Lichtenberger
Buckley
McCoy
McCouy
Wright
Rodearmiel
Hidtehn Berger
J. W. Crane
Chicago and
Bridge Streets
Committee On Fire Department
P. H. Murphy
C. H. Knapp
Stengerbund
Malburn
Governor Patner backs proposed Illinois Constitution reform
Springfield June 18 1870 Jesse W Fell Bloomington Illinois: Governor Patner urges adoption of the proposed 1870 constitution, arguing the 1847 document is obsolete and that reform can curb special interests. He cites excessive salaries, lobbyist pressure, and the need for accountable budgeting under a strengthened governor and new protections for private property and railroading limits.
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Palmer
Illinois
Springfield
Jesse W. Fell
Bloomington
Supreme Court
General Assembly
Hoval Affairs The Chowder Party At Sciota Mills
At Sciota Mills under Mr Rhorer a Chowder Party drew fifty to sixty guests for a day of fishing picnics croquet and socializing. Prizes went to various locals while tales of California feats and old friends added humor. Louis Nantsenbach donated a large black bass at Reitzell’s Mill as thanks for the hospitality.
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Sciota Mills
Rhorer
Grace
Cleveland
Mr. Rhorer
Bizelow
Bob Little
Mr. Little
Brette Hurce
Dr. Prentice
Mr. Bidwell
Dr. Kingsley
Mr. DeForest
Oscar ‘Taylor
Ld. Cronkrite
Fr. Khorer
Louis Nantenbach
Chicago
Galena
Reitzell’s Mill
Louis
Sawyer and Burchard Offer Cheap Window Screens
Annoyed by flies and mosquitoes? Sawyer and Burchard promote patent window screens at low prices to keep pests out and improve home comfort.
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Sawyer & Burchard's
Western Horticulturist June issue sale and authorship
The notice proclaims twelve thousand copies of the Western Horticulturist for June turned out by J. P. Curtis & Co. The monthly eight page folio offers thirty-two columns at fifty cents per year and a deduction if purchases are made from I. F. Curtis & Co. Tree dealers. Curtis is praised as a leading Northwest horticulturist who edits the paper with evident skill.
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Western Horticulturist
J. PF
Curtis
Pennsylvania House keeps Howard House rival open
The Fulton Journal reprints a statement from Mr. Kelcher about closing the Howard House at lease end, while praising Mr. Zartman and the Pennsylvania House for its popular, reasonably priced hospitality. Locals note the Pennsylvania House attracts patrons from far and wide and suggest a new, larger hotel building could accommodate more visitors.
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Pennsylvania
Fulton Journal
Kelcher
Howard
Zartman
Dance on July 4 at Fry's Hall by Rescue Hock and Ladder Company
The Rescue Hock and Ladder Company announce a Monday night dance at Fry's Hall. The hall will be handsomely decorated with National flags and related adornments, and attendees may expect a good time.
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Rescue Hock and Ladder Company
Fry's Hall
Stephenson County Atlas Maps to feature township views
Nine township plats in Stephenson County are drawn by County Surveyor Capt. C. T. Dunham and show farms, lots, springs, watercourses, prairie and timber. Thompson and Leverts, publishers, plan county visits next week to contract views of buildings to be placed opposite each township plat, with rapid completion intended.
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Stephenson Co
C. T. Dunham
Thompson and Leverts
The New Court House Delays Prompt Inquiry
The article examines rumors of partial suspension of the new Court House work and reports that contractor Waulham shifted all machinery back to the old quarry after discovering different shade stone in the new quarry. He anticipates completing the foundation as specified, though changes caused delays. the writer hopes for a short delay and notes Waulham’s confidence and reputation.
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New Court House
Waulham
Freeport Court House
Torrent Hose Company Dance at Turner Hall on July 4
The Torrent Hose Company hosts a Fourth of July dance at Turner Hall with music by Gibler's Band. They expect a big time. The Young Men's Christian Association will hold its annual officers election next Monday evening, July 4, 1870, with T. D. Wilcoxon as secretary.
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Young Men’s Christian Association
T. D. Wilcoxon
Boots and Shoes at Smythe's Corner Fry's Block
Smythe's offers a complete boot and shoe line from kid slips to patent leather boots and rogans. Mr. Smythe emphasizes thorough knowledge of the business and selling top goods at the lowest prices.
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Smythe’s
Smythe's
Fry's Block
Wanted German Speaking Man For Cone Work
Advertisement seeks a young man fluent in German and well recommended for cone work. Inquiries directed to W. B. Waurrie at Braph Gallery 125 Stephenson Street Freeport.
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W. B. Waurrie
Braph Gallery
Stephenson Street
Freeport
Li-Lw
Gill Brothers Offer Best Artificial Teeth At Low Rates
The Gill Brothers advertise the best artificial teeth manufactured at reasonable rates, with placement after inspection. They claim quality comparable to A Pelton & Co's Music Store and invite inquiries for fittings and purchases.
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Gill Bro
A. Pelton & Co
Hardware sale ads from Lawyer & Burchard court
A dense 19th century advertisement touts grass scythes snaths hay rakes forks and chain crad ies and promises the best assortment of locks latches butts and screws at low prices. It notes new enamelled kettles stocked, and claims buyers save more hardware at Lawyer and Burchard than any other house in the city.
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Litf Lawver & Burgitard
Tf Lawver & Burcitarp
Lawyer & Burchard's
Lawyer & Burchard’s
Aid to Railroads Under New Constitution Seen Harmful
The Ogle County Reporter argues against a proposed constitutional section forbidding municipalities from subscribing to railroad capital, donations, or loans. It contends the clause would halt new railroads, favor existing lines, and curb growth, despite revenue limits intended to curb taxation. It opposes excessive checks that could deprive regions of rail access and urges defeat to leave communities free to decide.
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Aga State
Ogle County
Train Kills Stranger Near Sinsinewa Bridge
A Western bound freight train near Galena hit a man walking on the track. He died from head injuries and a broken arm and leg. A stranger described as five six, with chin whiskers, dark coat, drab pants, and a black satchel, deaf and dumb, was walking toward Dunleith. coroner in Dunleith took charge.
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Galena
Sinsinewa Bridge
Dunleith
Officer Saves Deck Hand After Falling Overboard
Savannah steamer officer defended by friends for saving two lives. a deck hand, unable to swim, was knocked overboard in a dispute. The officer jumped in and pulled the man to safety as others praised the life saved that day.
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Savannah
Virginia
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