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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1881
Page
2
Former U S senator Roscoe Conkling is ill with malarial fever at his Utica home, his condition described as serious but not immediately life threatening.
Louisiana Governor L A Wiltz died Monday morning in New Orleans of consumption. He was born in 1843 in New Orleans and served as a captain in the rebel army.
Gen J C Smith head of the Knights Templar in Illinois issues a formal circular announcing the death of Sir Knight James A Garfield, former United States president, to be read in all Commanderies of the jurisdiction.
Last week Guiteau read newspapers for the first time since confinement. He learned the general public favored hanging as swift as law permits, and the assassin grew feverish with fear, refusing to read further papers.
Guiteau was arraigned in court last Friday where a not guilty plea was entered. His counsel announced plans to raise points of law, invoke insanity as a defense, and argue that Garfield's wound might not have been mortal.
Guiteau was formally arraigned before the District Court at Washington last Friday. He pleaded not guilty and wished to speak but was refused. The trial is set to begin November 7, with jurisdiction questions to be argued and decided prior to that date.
The Ogle County Reporter laments widespread begging for public support as Garfield’s death is blamed on spoils system. It notes room for reform and recalls T Oscar seeking backing last fall, thwarted by an unappreciative public that soured his usually amiable disposition.
John Dillon Parnell J O Kelly and Wm O'Brien editors of United Ireland have been arrested and imprisoned. Arthur O Conn or awaits arrest as warrants issue. Widespread excitement grips Ireland with turbulent scenes in Limerick and Dublin last Sunday marked by bloodshed.
A Democratic newspaper notes Bayard's election to temporary Senate President while Confederate bonds rise in European markets. It warns of a possible panic among Confederate bondholders if a Republican outlet had made the claim.
The Louis Globe-Democrat notes a Southern Way description of Bragg’s 1869 Kentucky campaign and contrasts it with the Democrats recent win and Bayard’s quick exit as Senate president. The cartoon hints at rhetorical parallels and political shifts in the era.
The Bulletin notes Dr K T Stabeck held a small reception at the office of Squire Geib in Davis before leaving the country. The event occurred about three o clock in the morning and included two ladies and several gentlemen with Ushers Sheridan and Seifert serving as ushers and Squire Geib acting as master of ceremonies.
Ge Hobart of Wisconsin, long a Democrat with influence and a voice within the party, has indicated a shift that could alter the state's political balance and the dynamics of Democratic campaigning. His move signals potential realignment within Wisconsin's party structure and future electoral strategies.
The article notes war Democrats like Gen Hobart turning away from their party, preferring to join the Republicans if accepted by associates. It describes a potential political miracle that could place them in the GOP without personal volition, imagining their happiness as if transported to Paradise.
The Burlington Mawkeye praises Mr. Frank Slatton as a reformist Republican candidate to succeed Gen. Tyner, criticizing long tenure in the Post Office and urging Arthur to replace Tyner. The note also alludes to Grant and Garfield era loyalties and cites national service debates alongside France’s involvement in a commemorative event. Military and civilian delegates attend a weeklong celebration hailed as the South’s most magnificent display in years.
Washington dispatch reports ex Senator McDonald opposing Gen. W. W. Dudley for Pension Commissioner, accusing him of political use of his office and 526 deputies aiding Republicans. Democrats claim Dudley fired loyal Democrats from the Pension Bureau. supporters call him brave and fit, predicting Democratic Senators will fail to block confirmation.
Senator Davis, elected presiding officer of the Senate and potential temporary President in case of President Arthur’s death, was born March 9, 1815 in Cecil County Maryland. He studied law in Swampscott and New Haven, settled in Bloomington Illinois in 1838, served in the Illinois Lower House and Constitutional Convention, became a circuit judge, then Associate Justice of the U S Supreme Court in 1862, later a US Senator to 1883, and in 1872 was the Labor Reform party presidential nominee.
A long profile traces James G. Blaine from Uniontown Pennsylvania through early academia to journalism and political ascent. It notes his Speaker tenure, four-term Congress run, and Cabinet service as Secretary of State under Garfield, then argues his ambition hastened his decline and future exclusion from presidential consideration.
A century after Congress pledged a monument at Yorktown the cornerstone was laid on October 8. The project, long neglected due to early money troubles, received $140000 for completion. The ceremony united Grand Masters of Masons from Virginia and all thirteen original States as plans for a joint commission unfold.
Washington dispatches detail the push by Postmaster General James and Attorney General McVeagh to force Gen Tyner from the Post Office, linking his removal to Star route prosecutions. The Journal suggests Tyner shielded Brady and the ring, and notes his influence with the Lincoln Bank presidency amid the crisis.
Governor Cullom and staff visit Yorktown to mark the Cornwallis surrender ceremony. They recently traveled from Washington on Saturday to meet President Arthur, Secretary Lincoln, and Senator Logan during the celebratory events.
Andy Shuman, editor of the Chicago Journal, frets over President Arthur's actions. The piece says Conkling's name, as a statesman and honest man, will outlive the Chicago Journal and its editor, remaining in the memories of good people for years.
President Arthur will not disclose new Cabinet selections until next week after the Yorktown event. He remains reserved, with speculation deemed idle. He is believed to select capable individuals and has the prerogative to choose whom he pleases.
More miles of railroad have been built this year than in any former year, with two and a half months remaining. The year 1872 saw 5147 miles built, while by this year 1881 had already reached 5340 miles.
Charles J Guiteau appeared in Washington court charged with murder of James A Garfield. He pleaded not guilty and requested time to present witnesses. Defense plans insanity evidence and argues the wound may not have been fatal. Trial scheduled for November 7 after court approves defense counsel and witness access.
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