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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1880
Page
2
A local publisher appeals to readers who are behind on payments, noting a prosperous year and good prices for produce but stressing ongoing expenses. The message targets delinquents not prepaid through January 1 1881, urging prompt payment to support the newspaper.
The piece notes that a false claim planted before the election backfires after results are in, highlighting the trouble caused by misinformation. It underscores the perils of strategic deception in political contests and the enduring impact on public trust.
It has not yet been announced to the public whether His Honor the Mayor will re sign at the next regular meeting of the Council or at some future one. The Public must wait with respectful deference.
Mr. Watterson voices a frank assessment of the Democratic party over the past twenty years, calling it neither edifying nor savory while labeling it instructive, a blunt appraisal reflecting his characteristic style.
President-elect. Garfield's Senatorial mantle seems certain to fall on Secretary Sherman. If his name is presented to the Legislature of Ohio namely Obin, opposition will be scarce beyond a few complimentary votes for Governor Foster Judge Taft Stanley Matthews and possibly one or two others.
Judge Davis of New York, presiding over Philp the alleged forger of the Morey letter, previously tried and convicted Buss weed. He is famed as one of the United States' most fearless judges, and will mete out justice to Philp as he did to Boss Tweed.
The piece notes growing interest in the inauguration with lavish expenditure and a flood of room and board applications to Washington from individuals, military organizations, and excursions. Special rates are anticipated on major roads to the Capital as over 100000 visitors are expected to witness the pageant. early securing of quarters is advised.
Bureau of Statistics notes cereal output rising from 615 million bushels in 1840 to 2.48 billion in 1870 and beyond, with annual value growing from 3.06 to 11 billion dollars, asserting vast Ohio River wheat capacity and urging emigration to the republic. Over 14 thousand English emigrants sailed to America in October.
The article discusses a proposed transnational railway project backed by leading American magnates and possibly General Grant as president. It envisions linking the U S railway system with Mexico, opening new markets for manufacturers, boosting mining regions, and strengthening ties between both nations through commerce and shared interests. It also includes a letter excerpt from Lieut. C. I. Norton describing a Greek tour and various historical sites.
The WW Times proposes a $250,000 pension for the oldest living ex president with funds reverting to the next oldest after death. The M Y Tribune favors a constitutional amendment to appoint all ex Presidents as life Senators with a doubled Senate salary, arguing this would honor experience and stabilize governance.
The Belvidere North-Western lauds Hon. Judge Wright of Boone County as a top choice for speaker of the Thirty-second Illinois General Assembly. It praises his parliamentary knowledge, legal career, broad culture, and leadership traits, noting his popularity among members and suitability for the role.
The text discusses Gen. Logan as a potential member of President Garfield's Cabinet. It doubts he will resign his Senate seat for a portfolio, asserting Illinois and the nation need such men in the Senate.
A St. Louis Republican note questions the existence of Mr. Morey while acknowledging a received letter as a disgraceful reality. The editor and the Telegraph spark a dispute over how Morey could have sent or received correspondence if he were entirely a myth.
Three Pennsylvanian hopefuls seek the speakership and two vie for clerk as contenders multiply to meet the required field. Observers note the year is not strong for candidacies, yet the contest gains momentum.
The St Louis Globe-Democrat reports multiple editors faced trial before Judge Davis on Saturday. Mr Philp was found guilty of criminal libel. The piece condemns editors who published the Morey letters, arguing they share guilt with the forger and suggesting Democratic journalists belong behind jail walls.
A journal letter corrects the Bulletin about Rev Mr Liller's Temperance Hall talk. The audience voted to repeat the lecture, praising its value and noting only a few youths left briefly. The piece defends the pulpit against press mischaracterization and argues both sides may critique each other.
A fragment from a Dakota Territory note outlines a promise to pay by a certain date with no relief from laws, and threatens seizure of all possessions including clothes, books, food, and even coffins of family members. The text reflects harsh collection language and broad levy powers.
A First Presbyterian address memorializes Wm. Stevens, Sabbath School superintendent, on November 21 1880. The preacher interprets Jesus wept as divine tenderness, sympathy, and consolation, urging believers to find comfort in Christ’s tears, presence, and promise to be with them always.
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