Maj. Hawk for Representative in Congress
The JOURNAL endorses Maj. R. M. Hawk for Congress, citing his proven diligence and high regard among peers. It notes a private endorsement from Gen. Logan and urges GOP supporters to resist enticements from rival factions, warning of schemes to unseat him during the convention.
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Washington
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Rupert M. A. Waws
Goard
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Skulldog
New York State elects Grant delegation for Chicago Convention
The Journal notes New York State selected a Grant delegation to attend the Chicago Convention and ordered them to vote as a unit, aligning with last week’s forecast.
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Journal
New York State
Chicago
London dispatch on discovery of the qatking diamond secret
A London dispatch reports that a Glasgow chest reveals the secret of the qatking diamondes and asserts he is producing genuine diamonds.
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London
Glasgow
Urvine chlab and Sherman clubs push candidate rhetoric
Spelled as fragmentary OCR shows clubs at Washington and Cincinnati flood the country with material claiming each man is the best resident choice. Citizens read, reflect, and vote for GRANT. support appears mixed and uncertain.
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Washington
Sherman Clubs
Cittcimnati
Readers vote on presidents in JOURNAL poll
The JOURNAL invites readers to vote by mail or post for Grant Blaine or Sherman with Washburne excluded. It notes Washburne opposes candidacy and backs Grant and promises to publish results two weeks from today.
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Journal Family
Grant
Blaine
Sherman
Washburne
Shaman Declines Governor Nomination Candidacy
Governor Shaman, in the Chicago Journal edition from Saturday, announces under his own signature that he cannot be a candidate for the nomination for Governor. The statement clarifies his position amid ongoing political discourse.
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Trent
Shaman
Chicago Journal
Ogle County publishers form a mutual benefit association
The article notes that local newspaper men have organized a Publisher's Association in response to price-gouging by suppliers who form combinations. It argues such an association would offer protection and collective strength, asking who will second the motion to formalize the plan.
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Men of Ogle Co
General Grant Recalls Early Mexican Visit in City of Mexico
The aged general enjoys honors in Mexico City as he returns to view the scenes of his first military exploits. It has been about thirty three years since he visited the capital as a young lieutenant in Scott's victorious army. Now regarded as a leading soldier of his era, he reflects on his early moments in the city.
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Mexico
Scott
Eral Grant
Plaase
Civil Service orders fade under evening shadows
Civil Service orders issued in the early days of the new administration are described as softened by the fading glow of power. Clerks and officers enjoy quiet in choosing the standard bearer for the upcoming election, with no one to challenge their preferences. Order No. 1 is dismissed as if Rip Van Winkle drank the scene away.
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Rip van Winkle
John P. Rinaker
Gen. Grant
Gillespie
Madison County
Republican Party
Ampire
Democratic Party
Illinois Republicans Back Silent Leader at Chicago Conference
A Chicago gathering of Republicans from across Illinois showed strong support for the revered silent man. Speakers hailed Grant yet popularity pointed to the unassuming figure once buying hides in Ga lena. Illinois still favors the quiet leader over Grant or Laine, with broad delegation backing.
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Chicago
Grant
Wasitburng
Gen. Grant
Illinois
Laine
Gran
Ilinois
Galena
Newspaper Stand on Political Endorsement and Duty
The editorial defends announcing a personal party choice while respecting voters to decide. It argues newspapers must lead, reflect editor views, and educate the public rather than remain neutral or merely seek the winning side, criticizing passive papers as unhelpful to their party.
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Republican Party
Republicans Press for Senate Seat in Jo Daviess County
As Jo Daviess County fields a presidential and gubernatorial candidate and holds the Senate seat through several terms, prominent Republicans believe the time is right to claim the Senate role, with solid grounds for the conclusion.
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Jo Daviess County
Hayes Declines Court Martial For Sherman Charges
President Hayes has rejected a court martial on Gen Sherman, citing that civil courts provide an adequate remedy. The charges described as conduct unbecoming an officer and a gentleman were deemed not under civil law. The president has a pattern of dropping charges to shield friends.
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President Hayes
Gen. Sherman
V. Boynton
Hayes
A Poem Warns of Grant’s Candidacy in Election Satire
The Lanark Gazette and Oregon Courier mock Ulysses S. Grant with rhymes about Blaine and Maine He in a verse sample. They urge readers to fire venom at Grant but hint the silent man may become president.
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Maine
Lanark Gazette
Grant
Oregon Courier
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Egypt
United States
James Ge. Blaine
Chicago
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Lapplauser
Washburne predicts Grant for President at convention
In Chicago last week editor notes Tion FE B Washburne hailed the Journal’s stance on politics. He trusts GEN Grant as next President and believes he will secure the nomination by acclamation at the convention. Washburne, honored by a photolithograph gift, recalls Illinois’ trio Lincoln Grant Washburne.
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Gen John C Smith for Governor of Illinois
The Galena Gazette endorses General John C. Smith for Governor. Smith, long a Galena resident and former State Treasurer, is praised for integrity, patriotism, and varied public service from Union Army brigadier general to Chicago Chief Grain Inspector. The piece argues he would win broad support and cites strong backing across Illinois.
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J.C. Smith
John C. Smith
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Internal Revenue
State Board
Chicago
Creneval Smith
Board of Trade
Daviess County
Guselle
Illinois for Grant. Republican meeting at Grand Pacific Hotel
A Republican State Central Committee conference in Chicago drew hundreds of stalwart leaders from across Illinois. Speakers praised Grant and Blaine, urged party unity, and discussed strategies for the state convention and presidential race. The mood was hopeful, with strong support for Grant among district delegates and notable endorsements from Gen. Hawley, Gov. Cullom, and others.
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Chicago
Republican State Central Committee
Grand Pacific Hotel
BR. H W. McClellan
Chas. T Burt
Geo
W. Fepoon
J.C. Spare
H.C. Gann
Warren Sentinel
Brown
Galena Gazette
Jo Daviess County
Jag. L. Nett
George Maynard
Jas
Taggart
John Swanzey
A. V. Richards
Freeport Journal
Atkins
Stephenson
James Shaw
J. M. Hunter
W. D. Hughes
Carroll County Mirror
Carroll County
Fr. BR. Warner
Chas. Bent
D. J. Jenne
Thomas A. Gault
W. BR. Cobb
Fulton Journal
Whiteside County
J. L. Moore
Ogle County
the Treasury
Sherman
Congressman Fort
Cullom
J. C. Smith
Journal
Blaine
Thurlput
Washington
Grant
Illinois
U. S Grant
Jones
Banquo
Isaac Clements
Jackson County
Grant favored in Illinois convention narrative
A heated Illinois Republican convention debate centers on General Ulysses S. Grant as the preferred nominee. Speakers praise his character and leadership, while some push for a broader no specific candidate binding, and preparations move toward a Springfield state convention on May 10.
Thompson Lecture Praised as Among Best in Town
Rev. C. E. Mandeville of S Church Freeport gave the fourth That M. E. Lecture on February 17 on Ism in Common Life or Heroism. Attendees praised its thorough preparation and skillful arrangement of heroic acts in everyday life, with wit and humor enhancing the talk. Organizers expect a larger turnout if the lecture is repeated.
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C. E. Mandeville
S. Church
Freeport
Thompson
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Ture
Sam'ly Lawy
M. E. Church
Thomps
Local notes report deaths and lectures in town
Mrs. M Warren Canfield died last Sunday and Whitlam, an old resident, died Monday. Considerable illness in the area. Mining interests seem to be active. Rev. Jenkins of Freeport to lecture tonight on the Catacombs of Rome, Rev. Dubuque lectured last week on ancient cities. Roads are horrible and business is affected.
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