Republican Caucuses Chart Delegates for Stephenson County
The text lists Republican caucus details for Stephenson County towns and Freeport wards, outlining dates May 7 1880 to May 18 in Freeport, venues such as Opera House and town halls, and the plan to elect eight delegates to the state convention in Springfield. It names committees and election times, urging support for delegate selection and noting procedural notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hranguartens RaPenniwa
Ilinois
Springfield
Chicago
Stephenson County
Freeport
Witcoxoi
Mouxe
Mayland
Iehart B. Y
Lancaster
C. DB
Walle
Florene Harlent
Wright
Jefferson WA
Kent
Lara
A. K. van Ttare Ie Gee
W. Hovelaind
Meek Gray
A. Botonder
J. A. Boynton
Winston Coves
Brandlyan
Conua
Renullignn
Noticas
Buckeye
Henry Richalt
Repubican
Harelow
Hont’s Hall
GW. Loveland
Silver Creek
Ty Is
Brown
Rapullinan Cseus
Mee Lown
Iloy
Jenes
Tehl
la Freeport
H.C. Best
Eating Habits Of Lord Derby In Translation Study
The Contemporary Review notes Lord Derby’s late habit of eating brandied cherries while translating llomer. It describes others in the group eating figs, chocolate cream, cigarettes, brandy and water to stimulate the lingual and buccal branches of the fifth nerve and reflexly awaken their brains.
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Brunton
Contemporary Review
Lord Derby
Llomer
Illinois stands for Grant against Blaine machine push
The piece argues Blaine machine organizers in Illinois threaten Grant's nomination by placing Blaine aligned delegates with Washburne supporters. It asserts Illinois will back Grant in a fair vote and urges Stephenson county Republicans to reject anti Grant schemes and avoid harming Washburne or Grant.
Republican caucuses urge turnout for Maine ward committees
The piece calls Maine Republicans to attend Saturday evening ward caucuses to reflect majority sentiment ahead of the State Convention. It asserts Maine stands solidly for Blaine while noting Ohio endorsed Sherman and questions Illinois support for the leading candidate. The text argues to prevent misrepresentation of GOP views.
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Ibias
Maine
Blaine
Ohio
Sherman
Mlinois
Lena Lena Townsfolk Boost Building Boom and Festive Events
Lena notes a spring building boom with real estate up 25 percent in three months. Foll-White block and multiple brick shops advance. new planing mill, car riage shops, tailor’s lot, and home construction underway. Citizens welcome Andrew Hinds, Balcom moves, Old Bull concert pleases, Decoration day plans begin. local officials organize events.
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Lena
May
I. B. Long
Tid. Goettle
TR. BR
Long
John Seise
Goettle
Steinmetz
Trude
Andrew Hinds
I. C. Balcom
Hinds
Sand
Balcom
Tickard House
Mill Street
Old Bull
W. W. Lewis
C. M. Williams
J. Anson Clark
Star Offine
Jus. S. Neff
West Point
Caldwell
Mealiff
Remenyl
Tll
Froth Woodville Notes Weather and Cattle Quips
The Froth column from Woodville reports two weeks of costly rain causing fence damage, washouts, and grain loss while winter wheat looks better than expected. It jokes about cattle observers and sunstroke fears, and warns readers to avoid sun exposure and excess beer during May heat.
Grant Likely Nominee on First Ballot if Illinois Supports
From WasuIndion April 30. The Republican convention outcome favors Ger Grant on the first ballot if Illinois backs him. Blaine forces plan to move Mr Chandler to Illinois to sway delegates and boost their effort. If Grant wins Illinois Blaine may withdraw. otherwise Blaine may push his own nomination or pair with Grant in a ticket.
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Africa
Ger. Grant
Blaine
Minois
Wm. E. Chandler
Grant
Illinois
Chicago
Mees
Washburne Affirms Support for General Grant in Campaign
The Freie Presse translation of an interview with Mr. Washburne states he will not seek the Presidency under any circumstances and that his chosen candidate is General Grant. Washburne says others seek to place him in a false position to influence Grant’s nomination, which he denounces as unjustifiable.
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Grant
Illinois
Blaine
Chicago
General Grant
Gen. Grant
Charlie Farwell
Jim Root
Steve Hurlbut
Washburne
Gen
Mr. Washburne
Blaine Machine
Springfield
Bisine
Stephenson County
Laie
Ohio
John Sherman
Sherman
Olga
Marie
Ilinois
Freie Presse
Washburne Club
Fiter Ocean
Republicans battle for state ticket at Chicago convention
The Chicago Times outlines a crowded Republican field for first place on the state ticket with Smith Fort Rinaker leading the advance and Cullom Hawley in the middle. It notes shifting votes across ballots, Ridgeway Morrison Carr and their local bases, and Gov. Cullom's heavy drawbacks.
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Chicago Times
Smith
Fort
Rinaker
Morrison
Carr
Ridgeway
Cullom
Hawley
Guliom
Hart
Hidgeway
Gov. Cullom
Washington Life of an M C Major Hawk A Model Congressman
Washington Correspondent details Major Hawk’s tireless constituent work in the capital. He maintains a pension ledger for 200 plus cases, covers expenses, and sends tailored books to constituents, while handling up to fifty letters daily with a clerk. The piece contrasts his devotion with less active peers.
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Washington
M.C. Washington
Ogle Co. Nepartet
Congress
Hawk
Trank
Illinois
Fifth District
Major Awk
Ela
Harrisburg Chronicle criticizes stance on Grant nomination
The Harrisburg Chronicle warns the paper should think before leaping after last week’s claim that Gen J C Smith opposed Gen Grant for President. It notes Smith is openly candid about his Presidential preference and sits near Grant’s old home, saying he is very free in answering questions on the matter.
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Harrisburg Chronicle
Gen
J. C. Smith
Gen. Grant
General Smith Declares for Grant in Illinois Gubernatorial Race
General Smith, a vocal Grant supporter, criticizes timid stance among candidates visiting Joliet. He asserts Grant as best choice to restore peace and harmony, calling the voice on horseback the coming man and defending his own independent candor across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant
Europe
Galeha
Smith
Joliet
Jelief Republican
Denver Snow Renews Gold Rush Hopes Amid City Growth
The Denver area endures capricious weather with ongoing snow and drought relief by irrigation. Prospectors flock to Grinison Breckenridge Alma and Silver Cliff while housing prices rise with 50 60 and 75 dollar rents common. Witter Montelius and Brick Pomeroy are noted in mining ventures and local business growth as Denver attracts newcomers and unsettled housing markets persist.
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DMA
Colorado
Grinison
Breckenridge
Alma
Silver Cliff
Denver
Freeport
Witter
Chubb
Divide
Leadville
W. W. Montelius
New York City
Jepson
Ife
Brick Pomeroy
Monta Christa Mining Co
Denver Tribune
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Frees
Til
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J. G. Blaine
Join C. Smith
BR. M.A
A.M Jones
Clairman
Daniel Shepard
Stephenson
Jo Dayless
Carroll
Whiteside
Ogle
Masoule
Bree Port
Fromm Uiny
Wispatelius
Freuport
van Hun
the Primarius
Cuthig
Froth
Woodville
Eptror Journaal
Denvers
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