03 May 1855
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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1855
Page
1
A Freeport Freeiont editorial urges township trustees to set tax for public schools under the new law and promotes a Fair trial for the Free School system. It stresses qualified teachers, careful selection, parental involvement, and frequent school visits to ensure the mind and character of children are cared for by trusted instructors.
Antiquated dispatches describe Fauntleroy’s two companies clashing with Utahs and Apaches in Chowatch Pass. Five Utahs killed, two Dragoons wounded. six Apaches killed, prisoners taken. American forces returned toward Massachusetts, with plans for a second expedition. Other items note Mexican accusations, railway deals extending timelines, and a Lasalle bridge meeting amid local shortages and court adjournment concerns.
A Rockford letter-writer urges Freeport to adopt stronger public spirit and larger scale improvements. He compares hotel building, water power use, and factory activity in Rockford with Freeport, urging local business leaders to invest in power utilization, mills, and a Plow Factory to attract population, growth, and tax revenue while fostering schools and churches.
Notices report Rev Mer Johnson of Nawton New Jersey will preach next Sabbath at 101-2 o clock in the afternoon. A May Party was held by Union School teachers and scholars in a grove near the dew bridge by the river. Zion Parish elected officers and wardens for the coming year and invited all to attend Monday evening church meeting. Meeville Municipal section reports Kauw Nuthing candidates defeated by about 69 votes with Hugh as mayor referenced.
The correspondence praises Rockford for public spirit and growth, noting Dre, Volland’s house view, the Wurthoren bridge, the water power and seminary, and new hotels. It contrasts Rockford’s progress with Freeport’s delays, urging more banks, capital, and constructive public works to attract New England investors and expand railroad business. It laments slow public improvements in Freeport and calls for proactive development.
The Isabel arrives with Havana and Key West dates to the 25th inst. Reports from Condor's correspondent describe a rand review on the 22d with Com. Medulay at Conelia's carving. Imprisoned threw Creglon, civil guards assassinated, wagons moved. Molasses and sugar prices rising. Johnny Alfred sailed from Key West to New York direct. The brig Horatio was found near Key West, stripped and burned. Ratios of pamphlet circulation cited for New York and Philadelphia papers.
A lengthy summary of tolls and grain prices with monthly dates from cities such as Alexandria Georgetown St Louis Nashville Pittsburg Cincinnati Philadelphia New York Charleston Savannah New Orleans Mobile Richmond Boston Albany Buffalo and others. Data show Flour Wheat and Corn prices, with multiple dates in April and percentages or cents per unit. The piece also reports Wisconsin state prison statistics, Massachusetts liquor law, and assorted historical notes on public figures and industry growth. It notes pardons, crime statistics, and the rise of iron trade. The tone is compact, data driven, and period newspaper style.
Reports from Indiana Illinois Michigan and Kentucky say a large wheat crop is likely this year aided by mild weather and warm rain. Agricultural observers cite widespread favorable conditions with unusually extensive ground under cultivation and expectations of an above average yield in the Northwest and neighboring regions.
A New York letter warns of a scheme linked to Col Kinney and Meriabons involving land grants to establish settlements in Nicaragua. The plan reportedly intends a land grab if Nicaragua objects, with a May 7 expedition aboard the Union Seriton. The author brands the venture buccaneering and notes concerns over government response.
A Kansas dispatch rails against Missouri influence and slave expansion, urging freedom and readiness for conflict. It argues the administration stays neutral, while Missourians threaten armed action. The piece vows unity and peaceful resistance, with a call to defend Kansas sovereignty alongside northern freemen.
The city council discussed compensation for the city attorney including annual allowances and fees from judgments. An election by ballot elected Jameson as city attorney. A hundred dollar appropriations were made to preserve public health, to be managed by the Mayor and drawn by the Clerk. Proposals from local publishers were rejected and sealed bids requested for printing and publishing city proceedings for one year. The council adjourned to May 6.
Market report from Journan Orrich in May 1855 notes a dull market for all kinds of produce with downward tendency and quoted fluctuating prices. Wheat quotes are unreliable, with limited sales. Butter, flour, hams, and other provisions show scattered, incomplete figures amid overall weak activity.
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