09 May 1851
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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1851
Page
1
The article discusses repeal of an act on township and county organization effective April 1, with rights and liabilities preserved. It notes adjustments for counties already organized and mentions approval by February 17, 1851, and references to Elgin and Beloit reports on rapping phenomena and other local notices. It also covers naval and railway projects, prison indictments, the Hoosac Tunnel plan, and various local incidents.
From southern mail returns Ita O Wilkingon of Rock Island appears elected. In Carroll Heaton leads Wilton by about 40. Emmett elected County Judge of Carroll by about 100. Sheldon likely elected judge by at least 1700, Hempstead trailing. Miller for prosecuting attorney leads Warner but not as large as Sheldon. Stephenson Winnebago: Sheldon leads Jo Daviess. Jo Daviess interest high. Early tallies show Sheldon about 434 in Stephenson Winnebago Jo Daviess totals.
An admirable band of vocalists performed at the Court House in Mt Carroll on the evening of the 2d, delivering exquisite harmony to a large and respectable audience. They understand natural voice limits, avoid showy excess, and excel in piano and swelling tones without overreaching. The favorable impression will be long remembered by listeners.
The North Western Illinois region attracts more emigrants than other Western areas as Eastern residents seek new homes. Emigrants arrive at Savanna to buy lands in Carroll and Stephenson counties while others move to the Rock River country. The article extols fertile soil mineral resources and abundant water, argues emigration lowers poverty, and notes cheap paths by ship and land with low costs. It cites possible costs around 120 dollars for a six person family to move from Philadelphia to Missouri Iowa Wisconsin or Illinois if they self-transport and sail simply.
A notice from Dixon County announces a public meeting on Wednesday May 21 at 10 o clock to discuss a proposed road project. It calls for all papers and documents relating to the road, plats, profiles, and maps, and aims to organize the company and begin work promptly.
A Havana dated letter notes rumors of an expedition under ex-Spanish General Lopez aiming to land on Cuba with 3000 Southern and Texas volunteers and artillery. It claims authorities have dispatched 7000 troops to Puerto Principe and fortified the island while cruisers and a Mogador cruiser may intercept any landing.
A compact digest covers European affairs and American notes. England faces church schism with the Exeter bishop proposing a synod convocation while Gorham questions loom. France grants 200000 francs for Republic anniversary amid constitutional petitions. Prussia and Austria clash over Frankfort Diet alignment. Russia pressures German states. Berlin upper chamber rejects a ministerial bill. Austria may accede. In Turkey port assurances noted. U.S. items include Cuba expedition bail, Garibaldi sailing to California, and a new steamship voyage to Havre. Global press counts by region, plus Oregon and Panama arrivals on April.
Several men including John Li O'Sullivan Wm B Rogers Jr Captain Lewis Mayor Schiesinger Dr Daniel H Burnett and Pedro Tanches were arrested in New York as alleged conspirators in a plan to mount a military expedition against Cuba. The warrant cites actions to provide and prepare means to attack Spanish dominion contrary to the neutrality act.
The London Patent Journal and Mechanics Magazine offer illustrations and descriptions of Paine's Light, recently patented. Some details are unclear, and the paper awaits fuller explanations before presenting drawings. Paine plans to travel to Washington with a working model, and the editors promise further coverage to uncover the full truth.
A composite notice from the era describes the Tehuantepec Railroad venture stalling as Mexican officials block vessel clearance for the Exploring Expedition. It notes a Vera Cruz alternative and reports on new steam power via water decomposition, with railways poised to profit. also mentions tea-plant sales in Charleston and Michigan City railroad surveying plans. The Africa sails from New York with about two hundred passengers and 558,388 dollars in specie.
A Rockford based music convention led by Prof. Woodbury of New York drew participants from Rockford Belvidere Roscoe Rockton Byron and Freeport. Over three days the event showcased masterful instrumental and vocal performances and concluded with a unified harmony, prompting resolutions to support sacred music in education and plans for broader regional cooperation.
A dubious counterfeit appears circulating in a Bos area near Towabon, with vague reports of altered documents. Local authorities urge vigilance and warn residents to verify authenticity before exchanging payments or goods.
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