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Freeport Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1852

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Chevalier Hulsemann Leaves United States in Disgrace

The article recounts Chevalier Hulsemann’s hostile reception in America after alleging sympathy with Kossuth and rebel sentiments. It argues the U.S. government should reduce its Vienna embassy presence, criticizes official responses, and wishes Hulsemann a safe journey home while condemning foreign meddling and verbose publications supporting his cause.

Austria United States Chevalier Hulsman Webster Anil Tu’ Pin Kossuth Joseph Hayman Hugza Momney M. Ikusauth Francis Joseph Callaint Chevalier Marshall Baron Jaynau Lagnau Marshall America Hsoeseriyarian Hulsemann Vienna Brace

Land Office Advertisement Notice Appears

We call the attention of our readers to the advertisement of the Commissioner of General Land Office regarding Land Sales.

General Land Office

Henry Clay Failing Rapidly Amid East Reports

The East reports Henry Clay is failing quickly though some hope his vigorous constitution may endure. Also noted is Join Place arrested for mail robbery in Milwaukee, then confined in Chicago Jail by Mail Agent A Mix. The Prairie Democrat attacks Gen Scott while Locofocos fear his nomination, and Rhett resigns after defeat in 1868 Senate.

Henry Clay Clay Mr. Clay Place A. B Rockford Milwaukee A. Mix Chicago Prairie Democrat Scott Locofocos

Prospectus of the Waverly Magazine in Advertizing Columns

The advert details a Prospectus for the Waverly Magazine, noting spring arrival, poor weather delaying vegetation, and highlighting The Times as a leading, affordable New York publication at six months old with a 25,000 circulation, price four per annum.

Oir Waverly New York BatligeThe Times the Times

Harper's May number advances Bleak House and serials

Harper's Magazine May issue continues Rodolphus by Abbott Napoleon Bonaparte by Abbott and Varieties in English Life by Bulwer. Dickens Bleak House is eagerly anticipated and Harper offers advance publication on this side of the Atlantic. Back numbers available. price $3 per year or 26 cents per issue.

Harpers Magazine Hanenr Macantis Rodolphus Jacob Abbott Napoleon Bonaparte J. 9. C. Abbott Bulwer Charles Dickens Harper Atlantic Harper & Brothers, Publishers Pearl Street New York

Meeting to organize Volunteer Light Infantry Company

Citizens signed for a military company are urged to meet at the Court House on Saturday the 15th at the o clock to organize the Company of Volunteer Light Infantry and arrange for uniforms and arms. The committee led by E. Freeport announces the call of May 14 1852.

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Rail line nearing completion to Rockford and Beloit

Correspondence notes the last seven miles of the rail into Rockford under contract with rapid progress. Bridge material arriving, dam and water power improvements proceeding, city government organized with Willard Wheeler as mayor, and rapid growth visible. Emigration floods Cherry Valley, with carriages scarce. Rockford stock in Chicago and Galena firms selling fast, and plans for rail connections to Beloit and Rock Island. A thriving city with new schools, shops, and expanding raceway works.

Messrs. Eprons Freeport Rockford Cherry Valley Iowa Minesota J. Frinks& Co Sheldon Galena Willard Wheeler van Dusen Beloit Rock Island Dixon Chicago and Galena Co

Tall boy guides lad toward Uncle Sylvanus's farm

A droll Winchell tale follows a tall gawky boy leading a younger boy along a road. They meet an old farmer at a fence as the boy asks how far to Uncle Sylvanus’s. The exchange shows local speech and humor amid a line about the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Baltimore on June 1 at noon.

Winchell Jotham Sylvanus Baltimore

Louis Napoleon Turns 44 Amid Public Attention

Louis Napoleon, born April 20 1808, marks his 44th birthday with noted public interest. The event highlights the longtime political figure's evolving role and public visibility in contemporary affairs.

Ee Louis’ Napoleon

Death of Mrs Amelia B Welby famed poetess

From the Louisville Journal May 4, the death news states Amelia B Welby wife of George Welby died yesterday in Louisville. A celebrated American poetess whose early poems gained wide fame and were published in this paper and abroad. Her poetic work and genius earned her enduring praise across the Union and England, marking a remarkable career cut short.

Louisville Journal Welby Amelia B. Welby George Welby Poertz Amelia Union United States England

Qualifications of Military Men for Office and Rail Speed

A reader argues for General Scott's presidential prospects with an inserted extract from Mr. ochuck’s History of the Whigs and the Reform bill. The piece contrasts soldierly admin talent with civil governance, citing Wellington’s career and military training as superior to bureaucratic talk. A second section analyzes forty mile per hour railroad speed, detailing engine mechanics, piston motion, and the heightened risk of accidents due to stresses on machinery.

Ochuck General Scott Gen. Scott Black Hawk Florida G.W.B Marlborough Duke of Wellington Nis Prius India Spain Portugal England Abany Journal

Governor Candidate Endorsement in Madison County Debate

A Gaia zeite correspondent supports Hon. F of Madison County amid a heated governor race. The piece notes public intrigue and personal reflection on leaders, with emphasis on perceived integrity and emotional distance in politics.

Gaiazeite Hon Madison County

The Case for Distinctive Capital Letter Styles

A reader laments inconsistent use of capital forms in editorial copy and compositor practice. The piece argues for teaching and enforcing proper capitalization distinctions in schools to preserve clear, readable type. It cites annoyance to publishers and parties involved when correct forms are misapplied.

Lina Tang Ohio Chari

Board approves 200 bond for railroad right of way through Freeport Grave Yard

Proceedings of the Corporation dated May 10 1939 show eight trustees including D Clark and W J Seblatt approving a bond of 200 extended to Central Railroad Company. It obligates compensation for right of way through Freeport Grave Yard with a forty feet easement south from the track center and fencing removals and re fencing at the graveyard line as needed before two years. The board adjourned after no further business.

Congress Republic Whig Union Locofoco Washington Gorman Indiana Patent Office Clingman North Carolina House Republic and Union Con- Bess D. Clark Wee Jone H. Seblatt Suantes Egan Ling Fh Central Railroad Company Freeport Prownr Greyard Bowrd Nde Briar Lee

Storms Scotch Candy Promises Pleasant Chest Remedies

Noricy and Wade of St. Louis promote Dr. Storms Scotch Cough Candy as a powerful, agreeable medicine for chest and throat ailments. After three years, the remedy claims wide reach across the Union and is praised for its pleasant form over liquids.

Haimilton Wade St. Louis Dr. Storms West

Dinn Night Died in Caroline Wife of Rev James Sichal Field

Obituary note for Manilla C Heatex left West Potsdam in 1850 at age 13 embraced Christianity and missionary zeal. Died after months of illness in her father’s home near Freeport Miss. She was praised as morally excellent and spiritually devoted, a future counselor and teacher, ready for missionary work, with steadfast faith and hope in paradise.

Caroline James Sichal Field Freeport Manilla Vasant Evita G. Heat West Putsdan Lawrence County Prairi Potsdam

Builders Tile and Scaibar Offer Building Materials

A note from La. Freeport dated May 5 states tile and scaibar are prepared to furnish for building including stone and lime. The item mentions greeting and finishing building acts and hints at local construction supply readiness.

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