12 May 1869
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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1869
Page
1
An 1869 internal revenue order outlines adhesive stamp usage, cancellation rules, and penalties. Any used or defaced stamp indicates prior use, with violations carrying fines up to 1000 dollars or up to five years imprisonment, at the court's discretion. DELANO, Commissioner.
A historical piece discusses the New Church view that God is one in essence and person, with the Lord Jesus Christ as the sole Divine Being. It explores how scripture is interpreted through degrees of mind, contrasts external appearances with inner realities, and questions traditional Christian Trinity doctrine as a misalignment between sense perceptions and spiritual truth.
Parton explains the Canary Islands name origin from Latin Canaria meaning doggy and recounts how green canaries were introduced from Elba after a wreck. He notes color changes through breeding, explains the economic value of green canaries, and reflects on how the Canary Islands and nearby Atlantic islands aided early Portuguese exploration and Columbus.
Excerpts from Atlantic Monthly May praising Abraham Lincoln’s terse, pointed prose and eloquence. Notes his restraint, directness, and powerful public addresses from battles to inaugurations, highlighting memorable lines like Let us have peace and the no-policy pledge to the people.
Fragmentary text recounts early Atlantic exploration from the African coast toward the Canaries and Madeira. Referenced distances note about fifty seven miles to reach the continent, with mentions of explorers traveling hundreds of miles beyond known shores and near Portugal, highlighting the era of seafaring discovery.
The scene at Trotty’s house shows a baby in a pink bundle attracting attention. Trotty questions if adults would favor him similarly, while Aunt Matthews and others tease him about his neglected status and toys. Also noted are brief mentions of a fraud case against Mumler, a Maine clergyman's mishap, and curious river and tunnel notes from various reports.
Local story recounts Jeemes Sheaff chasing a rumor of a giant rat at a farm house between Decatur and Forsyth. The June tale center on mischief and April Fools spirit as the magnet editor puns on rat tales and local life.
Reports from Western states show wheat yields promising for spring sowing despite a late wet season. A Bayamo proclamation threatens natives with execution and house burnings for leaving homes unmarked by white displays. A Boston-issued item from 1704 survives in one copy. The rest records odd anecdotes about clothing growing on trees, silkworm eggs sent by mail, and a monument contract at Richardson for 186550. A Methodist bishop denounces immorality without ballots for women.
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