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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1879
Page
2
The Ohio State election went to press with no returns yet received. The Journal predicts a statewide and legislative ticket victory by a margin of 15,000 to 20,000, confident of a statewide win.
Committees of the Society of the Army of the Tennessee in Chicago are energetically arranging the grand reception for General Grant. All civic and military societies will join, and the demonstration is expected to exceed any prior effort in the country.
The Colorado Indian War arose from an Indian Agent plan to plow a farmland portion of the reservation. An old squaw built a corral on that section and her allies urged other Indians to rebel, triggering the outbreak.
The piece critiques Carl Schurz for delaying Indian policy and notes the Colorado Ute war. It reports Captains Payne and Dodge resisting attacks, Meeker’s massacre, horses lost, and Merritt’s forces reaching White River Agency as hostiles retreat southward. It warns the war’s identity may be obscured as bands split and attack agencies.
A Sunday Baltimore and Ohio collision between two passenger trains at 40 mph killed and wounded several, caused by misread telegraphic orders. Nearby Chicago and Alton derailment near Towando sent a sleeper to pieces but no deaths. injuries were minor. Monday night C N W freight hit the Junction Passenger, four killed, details pending at press time.
In Aurora, Gen Logan urged all voters to unite across politics and religion to destroy secession and rebellion. He supported enforcing government mandates by any means short of peace, warning northern Democrats they may face Yazoo-style pressure or exit from the Confederate Democratic party.
A newspaper notes a letter signed Lena and “too, Wilson” and questions the author’s identity. It mentions an unknown figure called Geo. Wilson and delays publication until the matter is clarified.
The county convention at Armory Hall nominated Levi Robey of Waddams for Treasurer and C A Carnefix of Rock Run for Surveyor. The editorial contrasts Robey with Republican candidate W Hurchison and argues party loyalty and fear of aiding Democrats in next year’s elections. It criticizes Carnefix as inexperienced and endorses the Republican TickAm Suons, while denouncing the Buzzard’s salary figures for Edwards at the city prison.
No definite word on the St. Louis launched balloon two weeks out. Sightings reported at Albion Michigan and Dubuque Iowa sparkories that the Pathfinder may be this craft. A basket was visible but no occupants. Charles Wise says he has given up hope for his father and companion Mr Geo Burr, presumed lost.
The Industrial Press protests a political push linking General Grant's hometown welcome to a third-term bid. It urges a nonpolitical honor for Grant and his friends, warns editors against boycotting the inauguration, and notes the risk of misreading goodwill as political strategy. The piece laments partisan manipulation and appeals for a sincere homecoming without factional aims.
From San Francisco October 2 1879 readers hear how General Grant’s homecoming elicited a nationwide display of patriotism. Californians from all parties and groups joined in grand receptions and a national salute on the Sand Lot. The piece notes the Sand Lot mob’s absence and mentions Kearney’s health retreat.
The Freeport Journal notes Rev. James M. Conlee preached his farewell sermon to Shirland congregants yesterday. Members and warm friends alike express deep appreciation for his fearless, kind ministry and temperance work with wife. A farewell visit drew a large attendance. Harrison Templars presented seventeen dollars to Mrs. Conlee.
In 1870 Freeport archers debated a friendly match with Rockford. Rost Wis replies that Rockford will arrange a four man or single team, host or away, after September 10 due to travel to St Louis with the Rockford Rifles. They shoot 40 60 and 60 yards and seek time and distance details.
A letter from Ros't H. Wiles of Freeport 1879 offers two archery matches with four men per side at 40 50 and 60 yards. Each side shoots 24 arrows per distance, 3 per end, target 4 feet. Purse offers and gate receipts debated, venue Taylors Park or Rockford, dates October 15 and within a week.
A 1879 Rockford Freeport exchange outlines a planned archery match between Rockford and Freeport clubs. It discusses purse, match format of 30 arrows per shooter at 40 50 and 80 yards, venue options, and dates around October 1879, with emphasis on pride and club rivalry.
In Rockford Illinois on October 11 James Wiles writes that J J Hall and Capt H J plan matches with Freeport archers. Freeport replies they can shoot on a fall date when Hall can be available, with four days notice if arrangements permit, and express readiness to proceed once timing suits.
In Freeport Illinois on October 16, Jas Joslin Secretary J B W Rockford Lr receives a reply about proposed shooting matches. The writer notes a prior offer, discusses dates, and asks for a rapid response or cancellation for fall plans. No reply has been received to the last letter.
Local reports indicate arrangements are underway at Galena for handling a hypertension case. Officials say medical staff are coordinating care and preparing facilities in response to the situation.
Citizens prepare a grand welcome for General Grant amid reports of his approaching visit. Hon E B Washburn and B H Campbell of Chicago arrive by train to help organize the event. A major gathering is planned at the Post Office area with turnout expected from Dubuque, Grant, La Fayette, and Jo Daviess counties as news of the arrival spreads through the Central Railroad corridor. The Gazette will publish details as they are confirmed.
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