This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1882
Page
2
Republican voters in Rock Grove Harlem and Jefferson townships are called to caucus on set dates to nominate town officers for the ensuing year. Polls open 2 to 4 p.m. in Rock Grove and Jefferson with local committeemen arranging details and timing.
Hon. Frank N. Tice of Ogle county is nominated by Republicans to fill the vacancy in the Legislature caused by the death of the district's minority member.
Sterling and Rock Falls manufacturers claim the proposed Hennepin Canal would damage their water power. Congressman Hawk urged the Railways and Canals Committee to protect their interests if the canal is built.
The tax records for 1881 list Journal 82.20, Amazoncl 72.02, Bulletin 62.00, Republican 80.20, illustrating the relative standings of Freeport newspapers as figures are deemed a fair index.
The Journal questions Gen. Hurlbut’s rise as minister to Peru, linking his appointment to political work on the campaign trail. It urges the Post to name who appointed him and reveal the nature and beneficiaries of that work, and how office distribution affects public service.
Congressman Slank states the Freeport postmaster replacement will be set by him and the Department in early April with candidates to reach Washington by March 20. The editor plans to travel to Washington next week, hoping for appointment, while W A Richards will cover Journal duties in Freeport in the interim.
Colonel Parker reports the arrest of Lt. 8. Scudder in Burlington Iowa for practicing a mail fraud. Scudder mailed circulars soliciting funds to defend Guiteau claiming a political ring controlled him. Money funded his own use after signatures with assumed names. He was bound for trial by US commissioners. Sergeant Mason, pictured in the Journal, drew ten years in Albany for attempting Guiteau’s assassination. a pardon petition is hoped for wide support.
The Journal suggests commuting Mason's sentence, proposing a pardon on June 30 the same day as Guiteau's execution, creating two humane acts on a single date. The proposal ties the fate of two prisoners to the same ceremonial day and raises questions about mercy and justice.
The document cites Article LV of the Constitution fixing the House size as three times the Senate. It states three Representatives per Senatorial district are elected every two years starting with 1872. Voters may cast as many votes as there are representatives or distribute them among candidates, with the top vote-getters elected.
In Galena at the Court House Tuesday last delegates offered a preamble and resolutions after Joseph Moore’s death. The resolutions declare the district has lost a wise Republican and respected citizen and extend sympathy to his family and friends. They were passed unanimously by viva voce vote.
The Amboy Journal reports broad support for Henry Dement as the next Governor of Illinois. It praises his record as Secretary of State and predicts rising status, noting strong Republican strength in the state’s western region and urging Dement’s nomination from prominent papers.
Warren resident James Bayne, a longtime Republican and former justice of the peace, has been nominated for the unexpired term of the late Joseph Moore in Jo Daviess County. The piece urges GOP voters to mobilize, noting Democrat James Carr of Scales Mound already campaigns and warning that low turnout could allow the Democrats to win.
The Republican County Convention at Galena on March 7, 1882 nominated James Bayne of Warren to fill the unexpired term of the late Hon. Joseph Moore in the Illinois General Assembly. Bayne, born 1826 in Philadelphia, moved to Galena in 1853 and Warren in 1856, has built wealth through business and has long led Republican efforts in Jo Daviess County.
The Warren Sentinel endorses Esquire Bayne, noting his long service as Justice of the Peace since 1863, as well as roles as Supervisor, shipper collector, and school board member. He aided soldiers during the war, aided the needy, and is described as a faithful, capable worker ready to handle legislative duties.
Governor Shelby M. Cullom issues a summons dated March 7 1882 calling the General Assembly to convene in Springfield on March 28 at noon. Tasks include apportioning senate and congressional districts transferring the Illinois and Michigan Canal to the United States creating a committee to revise commercial jurisprudence and funding state normal university and special session expenses.
The Inter Ocean denounces attacks on Senator Conkling over Garfield’s assassination, arguing opposition to a President is not treason. It cites past editorials, notes Grant Kellogg disputes, and urges fair criticism of Conkling on merit, not slander or political vengeance.
The New York Sun prints a confidential July 27 1863 letter from President to Hon. S P Chase criticizing General Rosecrans for slow movement against Bragg. It urges rapid advance, cites 65 000 bayonets versus 41 000, laments missed opportunity after Stone River, notes disarray in council of war, praises Army of the Cumberland, and warns against pacific terms delaying war.
A historical letter conveys Garfield and Chase expressing concern about delays and seeking to update the recipient on how the case stands. The tone is cordial and formal with assurances of continued friendship and concern.
Washington March 9 A confidential Garfield letter to Chief Justice Chase about General Rosecrans and the 1863 Cumberland campaign prompts widespread talk. Ex secretary Blaine is said to be behind the release to bolster his charges, risking Garfield’s memory and prompting further criticism among ex officers and veterans.
General Rosecrans declines to comment on a Garfield letter purported to date from 1863. He is investigating the letter's authenticity and will respond after inquiries conclude, saying the piece affects Garfield's character and he must verify its genuineness first.
A joint convention of Republicans from Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties met at the De Soto House on March 7 to endorse James Bayne for Representative to fill the Moore vacancy. Delegates from both counties were seated, speakers urged turnout, and J.B. Brown served as secretary. The convention urged county committees to distribute tickets and mobilize voters for Bayne.
A district convention in Galena last Tuesday ratified James Bayne as the Republican candidate to fill the vacancy in the Legislature. Delegates from Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties pledged full support. Jo Daviess Republicans urged a strong turnout a week before the election to avoid a possible opposition.
A lieutenant writes from Rome during a nine day leave, detailing visits to the Royal Palace at Cagliari, St. Peter's, the Capitoline Hill, the Capitoline Museum, the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, and Palatine ruins. He notes statues, ancient marbles, and the grandeur of imperial sites, with vivid impressions of the Baths of Caracalla, the Mamertine prison, and sacred stair.
Local advert lists bargains on plug and fine tobacco products with affordable prices. Readily available were assorted tobaccos and related smoking accessories advertised in a concise, shopfront notice.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.