Illinois Republican State Convention Delegates Listed
Freeport edition reports Chicago May 18 1878 notice calling Republican voters to send delegates to the Illinois Republican State Convention in Springfield on June 26 to nominate candidates for State Treasurer Superintendent of Public Instruction clerks for Supreme and Appellate Courts. Delegates allocated by 1876 electors vote with 400 per delegate and 200 per fractional share. Fifth District counties Jo Daviess Carroll Stevenson Ogle Whiteside totals shown. overall convention to include 713 delegates.
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Republican State Central Committee OF
Illinois
Chicago
Ilinois
Springfeld
Supreme Court
Republican State Central Committee
A. C. Babcock
Daniel Sherigary
Fifth Congressional District
Jo Daviess
Carroll
Stephenson
Ogle
Whiteside
One-armed soldier seeks appellate clerkship in Illinois
Mr J R Combs the present Circuit Clerk of Grundy county and a candidate for the Clerkship of the Appellate Court for the Second District of Illinois was in the city yesterday looking up his chances for nomination.
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J. R. Combs
Grundy County
Ilinois
General Chetlain Visits City on Insurance Business
Gen A L Chetlain ex minister to Belgium and now General Manager of John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company visited the city on Friday. He came on business for the Chicago headquartered firm and was received with a friendly call by the Journal.
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A. L. Chetlain
Belgium
Gen. Chetlain
John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company
Chicago
Our City
Florida and Louisiana investigation panel named
Speaker Randall picks eleven members for the special committee under the resolution passed Friday. Clarkson Potter of New York William Morrison of Illinois Eppa Nunton of Virginia John A McMahon of Ohio J C S Blackburn of Kentucky W S Stenger of Pennsylvania Thomas R Cobb of Indiana B F Butler of Massachusetts Frank Hiscock of New York J D Cox of Ohio Thomas J Reed of Maine represent Democrats and Republicans.
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Randall
House
Florida and Louisana
Clarkson N. Potter
New York
William R. Morrison
Ilinois
Eppa Nunton
Virginia
John A. McMahon
Ohio
J. C. S. Blackburn
Kentucky
W. 8. Stenger
Pennsylvania
Thomas R. Cobb
Indiana
Democrats
B.F. Butler
Massachutts
Frank Hiscock
J.D. Cox
Thomas 3. Reed
Main
Wright favored for schoolboard seat in nonpartisan call
Wm. C. Wright, Esq, is named as the people's choice to fill the upcoming Board of Education vacancy. The notice urges selection outside parties and rings, praising Wright’s public spirit and personal stake as a parent, and asserting he is well qualified to lead schools under leaders like Wm. O. Wright for public school prosperity.
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Wm. C. Wright
Board of Education
Wright
Wm. O. Wright
Gen E J Dutton Seeks Republican Nomination for Clerk
A letter from Gen E J Dutton of Sycamore DeKalb county notes his candidacy for the Republican nomination as Clerk of the Supreme Court of the Northern Grand Division. Dutton is a prominent local businessman who served as Clerk of the House of Representatives and is praised for ability and integrity.
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E. J. Dutton
Sycamore
Dekalb County
Supreme Court
Grand Division
Dutton
House of Representatives
Election notice for Board of Education June vote
A notice announces a June election to select a member for the Board of Education to fill the term of J M Bailey. It urges broad interest in schools, emphasizes educated, moral candidates, and warns against party cliques, stressing the need for exemplary leaders for the children.
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Board of Education
Ion
J. M. Bailey
Deadlock broken in National House over Florida Louisiana probe
On May 17 the five day House stalemate ended as Democrats blocked broader inquiry into election frauds while Republicans abstained. The vote split underscored party struggle, portraying Democrats as obstructive and predicting renewed paralysis of business, with critics labeling the move as a tactic to aid the fall campaign.
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House of Representatives
Clark
N. Potter
Florida
Louisiana
Tayes
Tilden
Mr. Hale
Alex. St. Stephens
Georgia
South Carolina
Oregon
Mississippi
Congress
Democratic Party
Washington
Hay
Republicians
Louisana
Byter
Mills
Texas
Morse
Massachusetts
House
Freeport Journal editors clash over mortgage sale and bills
In a pointed exchange the Freeport Journal editors debate a mortgage sale and a forced levy. They admit undisputed facts show no default yet a sale occurred, noting unpaid stock bills and relying on creditors. The piece argues both statements can be true, highlighting cash flow and expense pressures.
War paint on again over Boyne anniversary skirmish
McPotter of the Buzzard denounces the Confederate Congress for the army’s crippled state. The Janesville Gazette reprints the issue and General Garfield argues against reducing the U S Army, labeling Democratic restraint as a Southern boon. Republicans and Southern Democrats clash over military strength and economy.
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McPotter
the Buzzard
Boyne
Confederate Congress
Janesville Gazette
General Garfield
House of Representatives
Army of
United States
Democrats Attack Economy Claims With Army Pay Critique
A speaker labels Democratic calls for economy as a humbug and argues that House officers earn more than army officers. He cites pay scales for clerks versus officers, asserting officers work harder and deserve higher pay, urging consistency in economy claims.
Burchard cast a vote over income bill dispute
The letter from the House clerk disputes Mr. Burchard’s claim of voting for the income tax bill. It notes the Ways and Means committee records show no adoption or reporting of the bill by his casting vote. The piece questions accountability, contrasts Republican votes, and cites a humorous kettle anecdote.
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Ring Organ
Burchard
Committee On Ways and Means
Hoouse OF Representatives
Washington, D. C
H.C. Burchard
WM. Hemphill Jones
Ways and Means
Chicago Tribune
Committee of Ways and Means
Tucker
Robbins
N. G
Harris
Gibson
Sayler
Garfield
Kelley
Banks
Mass
Wood
N. Y
Phelps
Conn
Mr. Burchard
Republican Committee Address Draws Citizens’ Attention
The address of the Republican Congressional Committee was issued the same day Potter’s revolutionary House resolution passed. The document is described as able and statesmanlike and is expected to command attention from all good citizens regardless of party.
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Republican Congressional Committee
Potter
House
Freeport Journal Retains Its Management and Editorship
In a press opinion from the Rockford Daily Register we commend the Freeport Journal for not falling under enemy hands and for keeping the same management and editorship. The paper is praised as a lively, wide awake publication making a valiant gesture.
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Rockford Daily Register
Freeport
Journ- Nal
Ed Warner Nominated by Whiteside Republicans for Congress
The Republican papers of Whiteside county in Illinois back Hon. Ed B. Warner of Sterling as a candidate for Congress in the Fifth District. Warner, long a leading Republican, serves on the State Board of Equalization and is well known in the region as an outstanding public figure who would make an excellent Representative.
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Chicago Journal
Republican
Whiteside County
Ed. B. Warner
Sterling
Congress
Warner
Board of Equalization
Freeport Journal Office Sold After Court Judgments
Rockford Gazette reports the Freeport Journal faced severe financial trouble with two mortgage liens of 5000 and 2000 secured by eleven twelfths and one twelfth interests. Sheriff possession led to auction sale. Neff and Cochran won the larger share for mortgagees, Wilcoxon acquiring the other. The paper’s future under Richards remains contested amid political tensions.
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Rockford Gazette
Freeport Journal
Circuit Court
Journal
James I. Neff
James 8
Hawk for Congress Ties to Mount Carroll Supporter
Rochelle Register praises R. M. A. Hawk, a one legged Union veteran from Mount Carroll, as a man of sterling character and abilities and announces support for his Congressional bid to defeat opponent Burchard, noting the choice is based on Hawk being good while Burchard is poor.
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Rochelle
Burchard
Hawk
Freeport Journal aims at Burchard after sale attempt
The Freeport Journal is back on time this week and targets Burchard despite Richards being ousted. Rich ards’ supporters kept the JOURNAL running when its office was sold under mortgages, but threats remain of continued political pressure to sidelined figures.
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Carroll County Herald
Freeport Journal
Burchard
Richards
Journal
Illinois Democrats Deploy Rotten Public Credit Platform
The Democrats of Illinois have adopted a platform deemed utterly rotten on public credit. Their bid to woo ignorant prejudice Republican votes may affect upcoming elections, but an alliance with such elements is unstable. The ex confederate and gold south issue may push independent voters away and jeopardize their recent gains.
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Buffalo Courier
Illinois
Richards Keeps Journal Office Open After Sale
Savanna Times reports the Journal office at Freeport survived last week’s sale without disaster to editor Richards. Friends aided him in clearing debts, allowing him to continue publishing. Richards has attacked the Burchard ring, sparking calls for change in the district and ensuring he remains active in the congressional fight.
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Savanna Times
Journal
Freeport
Richards
Burchard
Byron Times Sees Major Hawk as Burchard Replacement
The Byron Times argues that Major Hawk should succeed Mr Burchard as Congressman, criticizing postoffice-tinkering Congressmen and favoring honesty. The piece contends a vote for Hawk would defeat favoritism and elect an honest representative in the next election.
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Byron Times
Maj. Hawk
Mr. Burchard
Hurlbut
Papers Favor People's Favorite Candidate Across Influential Press
Influential newspapers broadly back the people's favorite candidate based on recent exchanges. Observers note widespread consensus, with coverage emphasizing public approval and momentum ahead of the vote.
District politics split on Burchard vs Hawk and Warner
Dixon Sun notes most papers in Congressman Burchard's district oppose him or favor Major Hawk of Mr. Carroll a one legged soldier. The Gazette backs Ed Warner of its county to supersede Burchard. Democrats favor Burchard believing he is easier to beat than other likely nominees.
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Dixon Sun
Dem
Burchard
Major Hawk
Carroll
Sterling
Ed. Warner
Editor A. V. Richards Keeps Journal Fort
The Freeport JOURNAL this week reaffirms editor A. V. Richards as head, despite a failed bid by Burchard’s clique to remove him. The piece praises fearless journalism and promises continued strong leadership for the publication.
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Shannon Gezette
Freeport Journal
A. V. Richards
Burchard
Juittle Burch
Jones Likely GOP Choice for Jo Daviess District Convention
Information from Jo Daviess County indicates Hon. A. M. Jones will probably be the Republican choice for Representative in Congress at the next District Convention. He has shown himself capable in prior public positions and would reflect credit on his district in Congress.
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Inter Ocean
Jo Daviess County
A. M. Jones
Congress
Jones
Major Hawk's Growing Prospects For Congress Nomination
District newspapers praise Major Hawk as the coming man for Congress. Democrats say Republicans would back a candidate if Burchard is nominated, but fear a Hawk nomination may leave the field empty. The public mood favors a representative chosen by the people, not by politicians.
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Savanna Times
Major Hawk
Congress
Capt. Hawk
Burchard
Hawk
Sherman announces full sale of 4 percent bonds
The Inter Ocean reports Secretary Sherman announced at a Cabinet meeting that the foreign syndicate had subscribed the remaining 15 million of the 4% loan, completing in little over a month what they aimed to finish in eight months. The syndicate promised to sell 50 million of bonds in eight months, but sold it in one month. Purchasers included trustees of large estates, savings banks, trust and insurance companies, and banks in New York, Boston, Philadelphia, and other major cities.
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Sherman
Inter Ocean
Washington
New York
Boston
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Chicago
Selma
Chattanooga
New Orleans
New England
Western States
California
Polo Press Editors Share P M Byline
The Polo Press favors Burchard and the ring organ remains similar as editors sign with P. M. after their names.
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Polo Press
Burchard
P. M
White and Culp party head to Russell Kansas
Last week Mr J C White and family and Mr A Culp of Freeport and Mr J D White of Shannon left for Russell Russell County Kansas Reports from that place are favorable Crop prospects look promising and many improvements are under way in Russell and vicinity
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J. C. White
A. Culp
Freeport
J. D. White
Shannon
Russell
Russell Co
Kansas
Address by Republican Committee to the People of the United States
The Republicans publish an address denouncing the Democratic House resolution as a revolutionary plot to eject the President. They claim the plan aims to suppress legitimate inquiry and force Hayes from office, detailing alleged party manipulation, privilege questions, and pressure across states. The piece frames the dispute as a constitutional crisis with broad political impact.
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The
Republican Congregional Committee
United States
Democratic House of Representatives
Hayes & Wheeler
Democratic House
Tiden
Hendricks
Tilden
Hayes
Democratic Party
Alexander H. Stephen
Iy Dent
New York
DOT
Oregeon
South Carolina
Lews
Ios
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A. W. Richards
Ring Con
S. K. Miner
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Aiken
Housc Sss Reseecs
Gardell
Senate
Tase Cannes
Sateen
Army of the United States
Infantry
Old Democratic Party
Old Rose
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