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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1870
Page
2
A long item reviews proposed Illinois constitutional amendments to curb municipal indebtedness and perquisites, cap Assembly pay, regulate fees and salaries, and allow amendments by two thirds of each house. It notes state reforms to financial governance and a pledge to submit amendments for voter ratification.
Freeport Journal presents the proposed state constitution for popular vote on July second. It prints the convention committee’s address urging adoption and notes its improvements over the old charter. The paper promises further objections to be explored next week and urges readers to study and vote. The issue delays normal content due to the document’s length.
On July second, the same day as the vote on the new Constitution, a district Supreme Court judge will be elected. The Bar is urged to act promptly. Our choice is Judge Sheldon and we hope the Bar of the District selects him.
The Military Committee of the House agreed on the 16th to report a bill providing a uniform bounty law. It would grant each enlisted and honorably discharged soldier eight dollars and one third per month, deducting all prior bounties. It has not yet passed the Senate.
John E. Smith, now on duty at the War Department in Washington, is ordered to Fort Fetterman to take charge of Red Cloud and his heirs and accompany them to Washington. He comments on Sioux dialects with ease as Sioux County affairs cause anxiety despite military readiness. The Big Horn mining expedition into the Indian country has been halted.
The final adjournment of Congress has been fixed for July 15, marking the end of current session and signaling completion of pending business and approvals ahead of the summer recess.
In Lashell Hollow and the Lashell Valley many German settlers establish farms in Loran Township Stephenson County. Mentions Francis McGinnis and William Blake on a 100 acre farm, Enoch Meinnis, Jackson Brushens on 280 acres, Arthur Noble with 200 acres, and 45 acres of corn seed. A. FHRY of Loran Village is a Justice of the Peace and Postmaster with a large country store and butter egg trade. notes on local merchants and farm wealth.
A collage of vignettes covers farming figures and marriages, humorous quips, a pistol mishap among young ladies, odd science quips, a child’s sunlit heartbreak, and local oddities. It notes Pikkleton’s Philadelphia wedding, archery prizes for Brooklyn girls, a Springfield sun event, and jokes about bald heads and Odd Fellows. Also reported: Fort Sumter reconstruction plans, a Florida alligator theft tale, and a Marion County jail murder reward offer.
A steamboat excursion is planned under the Embury M. E. Sabbath school with details to be announced next week. A letter from Minglbani country has been received and will be published next week.
A merchant tailoring establishment seeks several first class tailors for immediate employment at Sechrist and Lemon, 6 lw. Experienced craftsmen are preferred and may inquire at the shop for application details and opportunities.
Plunket's Star Company will perform at Wilcoxon's Opera House on Friday and Saturday nights. The troupe promises the finest theatrical entertainment ever seen in this city, with full houses anticipated and strong support from all drama lovers.
A Lena Illinois inventor showcases McFatrich Improved Newspaper Addressing Machine praised for simplicity speed and reliability. The device prints names on margins with a foot treadle and galley system, handles a thousand papers hourly, and can be steam driven. Address Dr James McFatrich Lena Stephenson County Illinois.
Members and friends of education of the Durand Teachers Association are invited to a reunion at the high school in Durand on Saturday June 11 1870. Exercises begin at 1 PM with music by Mr and Miss Barningham a lecture by Prof G Alvord of Free Art poems and readings and orations by association members followed by supper and toasts. A complete programme will be published next week and eminent teachers from abroad are expected. H R On president L Hi Preston secretary
The soldiers monument statues are near completion and will be delivered in a few days before being set in place. Subscribed contributors who have not paid are urged to pay immediately to cover the costs. An executive committee meeting is planned for Wednesday, June 8 in the city to discuss the work.
Robinson's circus will exhibit in this city on Tuesday May 31 1870. The troupe is said to be among the finest traveling circuses and will doubtless draw a large crowd, with Freeport expected to be crowded that day.
Maxwell the renowned illusionist performs at the Opera House next Monday night and through the balance of the week. He will present one hundred valuable presents to the audience each evening, with feats described as perfectly astonishing.
The Gill Bros offer artificial teeth made from quality materials with a satisfaction guarantee. Visit Office 123 Stephenson St for services. Also a room for rent with or without board is available at this office.
A visit to Dr. Kingley and Milla's office showcased Green's Pneumatic Dental Pluggers. The machine impresses with reduced patient discomfort and strong, well-conformed fillings, plus excellent burnishing. The doctors plan to adopt all beneficial late improvements for their patients.
Senate passses lands to a railroad in Alabama and aid for a Sioux River to Minnesota line to Winnipe county. Depropriation bill passed over. Fifteenth Amendment enforcement bill debated. Thurman opposes. Executive session held. House introduces many bills including fur protection in Alaska and immigrant protection society. Tariff bill defeated by indefinite postponement. vote 92 to 77. eight appropriation bills pending risk government funding after July 1.
The Senate fixed July 13 as final adjournment and debated protecting colonial voters at polls by troops while the majority aimed to outlast the minority. The House passed a bill compensating Kearsarge officers and crew for destroying the Alabama, drawing funds from the Japanese indemnity fund, and tabled compensation for Wyoming sailors. Senate adjournment date confirmed. On May 21 the Senate did not meet. Morgan blocked five petitions to abolish national banks. A bill allowed remains of Gen Asboth and Gen Steadman to be moved to the U.S. A bill to raise the minister to China’s salary was tabled, and the Louisiana contested election case Newsham v Ryan advanced with a majority report in favor of Newsham.
Prices across grains, provisions, flour and feed, meat and poultry, lumber, and associated commodities in Freeport market listings. Includes Wheat No1 83c, Corn 60c, Oats 49c, Rice varied, Butter 18c, Eggs 12c, Potatoes 20-25c, Apples 1.50, Flour and feed rates, Beef and hog prices, Chickens 10-12c, Turkeys 12-14c, Lumber quotes, Hides and wool values, Salt and lime costs.
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