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Newspaper

Freeport Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1868

Page

2

Speech and adjournment mark Stanton impeachment trial

The report describes Mr. Evarts speaking for three hours and a tide of discussion over removing Mr. Stanton. Stanton then sought to address the court but adjourned after a brief attempt, while Stanbery delivered a lengthy argument read by his secretary. The Senate adjourned as Stanton’s defense was praised but no new points emerged.

Evarts Stanton Stanbery Bénate Goold Tmngs Messrs Shuman Logan Reid B. Dornblazer

Impeachment Impeachment Trial Day Twenty One Summary

The twenty first day of the impeachment trial features Williams closing his speech for the people and Evarts opening the defense. Evarts captivates spectators, asserts the constitution is on trial, and argues the Senate’s role while defending executive oath and future implications of conviction. The session discusses censure motions, night sessions, and adjourns as Evarts continues to address constitutional questions and presidential powers.

Suesday Williams Evarts House Representatives Senate Sumner Nelson Butler Cameron Everats Gvarts Congres United States

County Republican Convention at Plymouth Hall

The Stephenson County Republicans held a convention at Plymouth Hall to appoint delegates to the State and Congressional Conventions. Col. R. V. Ankeny chaired, EH C. Burchard was temporary chair, J. S. McCall secretary, and a five‑member credentials committee named. Delegates from Rock Run to Winslow were listed, with town and ward representatives appointed to choose state and Dixon delegates.

Stephenson County Plymouth Hall R. V. Ankeny Central Committee EH. C. Burchard J. S. McCall Aspinwall Messrs Robert Little John Hart Geo. Osterhout A. W. Hall Jacob Gable Rock Run George ‘Osterhout John Gift J. Davis A. Gottlehust R. Jy. Cooper Ridott John ‘Swanzy Jacob Lambert James S. Taggart Saml. Meyer John Miller Jefferson John R. Ways West Point K. T. Perry J. B. Hinkley N. Perrin Adam Kember Silver Creek William Young C. H. Rosenstiel C.D. Blanchard Winslow Wm Legrand M. Cox A. DeHaven Kent H. Gillett J. Kaister Erin P. H. Kaufman J., W. Pickard Harlem Geo. S. Dickey Chas. Trigh James Flansberg Florence R.V Ankeny C. van Brooklyn H. R. Wheeler Lancaster Way Rusell George Thompson Buckeye Dani Musser Thos. Barber J. M. Smith Oneco John Wade Wm. Trotter Loran M. W. Graham Waddams C. F. Wealty H. Graves Wm. Dively Freeport Ward W. S. Gray J.J. Neff C. M. Shaffer Mr. Ingalls Dixon Jas. M. Smith John W. Pickard C. Buckman D. Atkins

Delegates Named and Republican Resolutions Adopted

West Point delegates and five member committee named to draft resolutions for state and congressional conventions. The resolutions endorse Republican governance, impeachment of Johnson, retrenchment, and support for Washburne, Palmer, Addams for Lieutenant Governor, and ensure penitentiary reform. Dornblazer letter praises prison management and outlines finances and operations under Republican oversight.

Republican Party Congress of the United States Andrew Johnson Elihu B. Washburne John M. Palmer Ilinois John H. Addams Ulysses Grant White House Oni Sunderland Dornblazer State Penitentiary H. C. Burchard Ch'm McCain Seo’y Freeport Ill

Palmer and Addams Named For State Ticket In Illinois

From county convention reports delegates were instructed to vote for General Palmer for Governor and Hon John H Addams for Lieutenant Governor, with near unanimous support expected. The notice also advertises Mrs A Allen’s improved Hair Restorer at one dollar.

General Palmer John H. Addams Republican Party Illinois A. Allen

Flor de Mayo Perfume Promoted by Druggists

Advertisers tout Flor de Mayo as a superior perfume for handkerchief use. The maker D to have the product tested and guarantee refunds if trials fail to prove it better than soda. The ad cites Shakespeare and claims broad retail satisfaction with the fragrance, sold by all druggists.

Messrs. D Shakespear Phalon Flor DE Mayo Son of York

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