Illinois Republican State Convention Called for May 22 at Springfield
Freeport Journal reports Illinois Republican voters to elect 42 delegates to the National Convention in Philadelphia and nominate officials for the 1872 November elections. The call by the Republican State Central Committee outlines representation by 400 votes plus 150 vote fraction, with counties to provide delegates and county representation adjusted for changed districts. The notice is signed by A. C. Babcock as chairman and D. Shepard as secretary, with a list of committee members.
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Illnois
Supreme Court
Republican State Central Committee
Union Republican County Convention Ad
The Republican voters of Stephenson County and Freeport wards are urged to send delegates to a county convention at the Circuit Court Room in Freeport at 10 o'clock p.m. on Thursday May 16 1872 to choose eight delegates for the Union Republican State Convention in Springfield on May 22 1872. Each township and ward selects delegates plus one for each fifty Grant votes in 1868 or fraction of twenty five or more. A list of townships wards committeemen and delegate counts follows.
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Steppenson County
Freeport
Circuit Court Room
Stephenson County
Springfield
General Grant
General Assembly
Supreme Court
Circuit Court
Superior Court
Cook County
Cook
State Board of Equalization
Republican Caucus Notices for Ridott Harlem Freeport Ward 1 2 3
Republican electors in Ridott meet May 11 1872 to choose delegates for County Convention. Harlem Centre School House caucus May 11 1872 at 4 p m to select delegates for Freeport May 10 1872. Second Ward Freeport meet May 11 1872 7 30 p m to choose six delegates for May 1873. First Ward Freeport meet May 11 1872 7 30 p m at Kirk Haas office to select for May 16 1872. Third Ward meet Fry Hall vestibule May 11 1872 7 30 p m to choose six delegates for May WW 1872. Polls half an hour.
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Ridott
Harlem
Harlem Centre School House
Freeport
J. R. Lisigh
First Ward
Kirk & Haas
Co. H. Knapp
Third Ward
Fry’s Hall
Thunderstorm Fatalities Near Ackley Claim Two Lives
A severe storm last night caused lightning to strike a stove-pipe in a house four miles from Ackley Town. Patrick Cassidy and Peter Barnes were killed instantly. The other occupants escaped unharmed and the house incurred no damage.
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Deuswave
Towa
Ackley
Patrick Cassidy
Peter Barnes
Monster edifice truss wall toppled at Boston jubilee site
A large truss wall and towers for the World’s Great Musical Jubilee in Boston were blown down by a strong wind on Friday evening, sending debris into a ruinous mass and delaying construction plans.
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Boston
Mount Vesuvius Erupts Pouring Liquid Fire on Villages
Reports describe Mount Vesuvius still erupting with lava and ash as Italian villages at its base are overwhelmed. Some communities located six to eight miles from the crater face severe damage and evacuation is underway by authorities.
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Vesuvius
Trumbull Speech Sparks Allegations on Patronage
The article reports Senator Trumbull accusing President Grant of using government patronage to influence elections. It counters with William Jayne, Grant’s pension agent at Springfield, denying support for the Republican party and instead aiding the Liberal movement. It notes Jayne’s $5,000 yearly office as part of the debate and accuses him of pressuring Republicans to switch loyalties.
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Trumbull
Cooper Institute
Grant
William Jayne
United States
Springfeld
Republican Party
Garant
Winoia
Cincinnati rift widens as liberal Republicans face blast
The piece notes the Chicago Tribune report of strong opposition to Judge Davis for the nomination in Cincinnati. It highlights uneasy alliances among Republicans, with discord over the Liberal Republican movement and the influence of office-holders in Philadelphia delegates. It mentions Democratic National Committee chairman Belmont in Cincinnati and names Grinnell and Dean as Iowa reform figures.
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Belmont
Democratic National Committee
Cincinnati
Republican’ Movement
Iowa
J.B. Grinnell
Henry Clay Dean
Congress
Trumbull
Davis
Chicago Tribune
Iowa Legislature Abolishes Death Penalty in Historic Vote
Both houses pass a bill ending capital punishment in Iowa. Crimes formerly punishable by death now receive life imprisonment at hard labor. The governor will grant no pardons without General Assembly recommendation. Stanley, the condemned murderer, is to be moved to the State Penitentiary for life.
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Iowa
General Assembly
State of
State
Stanley
Sry County
Schurz arms inquiry cited to prove lack of principle
The Missouri Democrat quotes a 19th century anecdote where Schurz in Washington discusses a quarrel with President Grant over his brother-in-law Jussen. He shows papers on the French arms sale and implies he can easily link Grant to it, then denies direct involvement.
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Schurz
The
Missouri Democrat
Washington
Schmidt
Cincinnati
Grant
Jussen
Changeling tale on Gov Palmer’s political mind
A St Louis Democrat bulletin chronicles Gov Palmer’s shifting loyalties amid 1860s party battles. The running notes record breakfast to late evening mood swings, favoring Cincinnati, Grant, and Philadelphia nominees, with flippant spins on press interviews and nightly doubt.
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Palmer
Democrat
Cincinnati
Schurz
Grant
Philadelphia
Sheridan
St. Louis Democrat
Washington Dispatches on Democratic Split and Tariff Hope
Washington reports reveal Adams' letter ending his Cincinnati nomination hopes and Liberal Democrats' discontent with the Patriot. Contending factions discuss candidates like Davis Trumbull or Adams as party unity eyes a regular ticket while Congress debates currency, tariffs, and adjournment dates.
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Washington
Charles Francis Adams
Cincinnati
Congress
Patriot
Fish
Edward Thornton
Edward
John Jay Knox
Senate
Wood
Banking and Currency Committee
New England
New York
Schurz
Trumbull
Fenton
Davis
Adams
Jrumbull
Douglas
Ways and Means
Iir
Dickey
Messrs
Dawes
Garfield
Kelly
Farnsworth
Ways and Means Committee
Cole
Corbett
Oregon
Casserly
United States
Great Britain
Missouri River
St. Joseph
House
Dr. Howard
Banks
Committee On Foreign Affairs
Dear Departed Call of Liberal Republicans
Among signers of the Illinois Liberal Republicans call is John H. Bryant of Bureau County. Bryant, a loyal reformer, is moving toward Cincinnati and leaving the Republican fold. Two years ago he campaigned in the old 5th district for B N Stevens, now a Democratic Congressman. We wish him well as he departs, singing a jocular farewell.
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John H. Bryant
Bureau County
Bryant
Cincinnati
5Th
B.N. Stevens
John
Meaning of the S H republicans debated
The text notes many inquiries about the meaning of the title S. H. ’? republicans. It suggests possible readings such as sore heads or scavenger hands but states it does not stand for sugar house. The source presents speculation without a definitive explanation.
Track of the Chicago and Northwestern Line in Excellent Condition
The track between Freeport and Chicago is in excellent condition and all the appointments of this favorite route are laid to beat.
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Chicago and Northwestern Railroad
Freeport
Chicago
Adams furor grows as Democrats mobilize for convention
In Orxctwxati April 27 reports intense Democratic maneuvering over Adams and Belmont. Illinois figures like Gorman Hoyne and Davis backers swarm Chicago, while Long John Wentworth sparks a burr. Free trade, anti bribery laws, and noncommittal tariff planks shape the looming convention.
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Long Jonn
Davis
Long John Wentworth
Belmont
Adams
Swett
New Illinois Election Law Expands Voting and Vacancy Rules
The new law changes how elections are conducted, outlines cumulative voting for General Assembly seats, and details schedules for state and county offices. It introduces a system where voters can allocate multiple votes to candidates and sets terms for many statewide and county positions with staggered start dates.
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General Assembly
Lena Items Two Fires and a House Warming
Several fires struck Lena with two frame houses burning and one nearly lost to flames. Miss Bowes and L F Pickard’s dwelling sustained damage, insured for 400, repairs already begun. Adam Stager’s home and shop were destroyed, insured for 800 and 400, origin unknown. A third fire alarm at night hit a second home on Schuyler street. Fire brigades performed well, the little engine gaining friends and paying for itself. The town also noted politics, a Masonry lecture, school term start May 6, and local farming clubs with temperance plans amid ongoing community life.
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Su. F. Pickard
Henry Wingart
Schuyler Street
Adam Stager
Mr. Stager
Cedarville
Hartford Co
Andes
Wm. Oaks
Blanchard
Baptist Church
N. Ford
R. Smith
Montgomery County
Kansas
Old Grimes
Illinois Central Railroad Company
Chicago
Colfax Critiques Coalition and Republican Case
The article by Vice President Colfax argues that a coalition is Democracy under another name and would restore the rebellious Democracy to power. It also presents the Republican party’s services and claims with force, noting his direct approach to core issues.
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Colfax
Republican Party
Westward Wagon Train Passes Through City This Week
Several emigrant wagons have passed through this city during the past week as the star of empire continues to move westward.
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Star of Empire
Pecatonica Notes Reflect Drownings Labor, Elections, and Trade
Pecatonica community mourns two drownings including Mr Broadie and a stricken wife, while Joe Hayes is remembered for his years in town. The village election favored the license board with President Frank Salisbury and trustees named. Spring brings busy gardens as Sabin and Willis drive sales of cultivators with hay rake attachments and a new patent sulky horse rake in progress. Mr Kerr dies after a long illness as Pecatonica reports good health. Apr 29, Pecatonica.
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Broadie
Joe Hayes
Frank Salisbury
M. Butler
Thomas Hance
D. OC
E. D. Thompson
É&C
Sabin & Willis
M.gl
Kerr
M Pecatonica
Reform Church Pastor Leaves Dakota for Ohio
Rev Mr Long formerly pastor of the Reform Church left Dakota to accept a pastoral call in Ohio The Lutheran society of Dakota and Davis secured Rev Mr Lazarus as pastor Our old friend W W Walkey moved back to town Farmers are busy putting in crops due to lateness of season Local fires burned weeds and foxtails then flames stayed after rubbish was cleared Stock law enforcement urged after new board elected to curb nuisance of animals roaming at large
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Cadarville
Burdett
Geo
M. Hostetter
Cartell
M Pelton & Pomeroy
Hazelton P
Farmers’ Club
Agricultural Societie
Constance Lodge
Ill. Ga
Constance Lodue
Friends of Temperance
Mr. Long
Reform Church
Ohio
Lutheran Society of Dakota
Davis
Lazarus
W. W. Walkey
Vandalia Route Attracts Travelers To St Louis West Southwest
The Vandalia line is promoted as the best route for passengers heading to St Louis and the West and Southwest. Illinois Central trains on this line promise prompt service and quicker connections to St Louis than competing options.
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St. Louis
Illinois
Central
Orne
St. Louls
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Freeport Journal
A. C. Babcock
Daniel Shepard
Sec
A.C. Babcock
C. B. Farwell
Hammond
B. Boyce
George I. Wait
Wait
James P. Root
John L. Rinaker
John M' McCutcheon
D. M. Hatch
K. K. Jones
Bangs
J.robbins
A. McIntosh
John Ju
Routt
Union Republican County Convention
Buckeye
Clingman
Dakota
Echaee J.A
Templeton
Erin Seeupee
N. Churchill
Florence Eigeeks
M. W. Graham
C. H
Wteene
Reeport
R. Little
C.J
Slowal
Rock Grove
A. Bolender Silver Creek
CRAG
Eavik Waddams
West Point
Perrin Eeteeenen Tyeanereaeel Winslow Wissserseserees Phil
Sweeley
Oneotraneeeaens
Corn Central Committee
ITH
D. Iy Teins
Kon'rtreks
Robt
Little
Fry
Greeley and Palmer
Soreheads
New York Tribune
Springfield Journal
Schenck
Peoria
Cincinnati Soreheads
Democrats
August Bélmont
W. A. Gorman
Minnesota
Tom Hoyne
Doolittle
Horace White
Lennard Sweet
N. K. Fairbank
M. Moore
N. W. Bishop
S. T. K. Grieve
Livingston County
Williams
St. Paul
Judge Davis
Democrats of
Hayes
M. W. Fuller
EF. W. Singleton
Col. Morrison
Monroe
Lyle Dickey
Judge Caton
J. C. Robinson
Dr. Rogers
Wilbur F. Storey
Bolter
Greeley
South
Atlanta Sun
Mobile Register
American Free- Trade League
David A. Wells
Mahlon Sands
Edward Atkinson
E. L. Goodkin
Nation
Col. Grosvenor
Gen. Brinkerhooff
S. T. K. Paine
Lena
Pecatonica
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