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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1872
Page
4
Greeley rises while gold falls as voters back A. N. Jones and James S. Taggart. John B. Gough to lecture at Polo next winter. Morrissey loses 50000 by Pennsylvania election bets. Unpaid mail now faces double rates. A full report on the city Teachers Institute will appear in the next issue.
The paper announces a one day delay next week to publish after next Tuesday's presidential election result. Officials say the postponement ensures full coverage and accurate totals, with readers advised to watch for the updated street and campus editions.
The Rock River Conference of the U B Church met in Orangeville from October 17 for several days with about fifty ministers and many visitors. The session was harmonious yet spirited, noting gains in church work and finances, and a Ladies Missionary Society formed to support the cause. Appointments for the Freeport District were announced, listing P Harless as P E and ministers in Mt Carroll Eleroy Orangeville Dodson Rockton North Grove Grimm Hallowell Polo Healy Charter Grove Pine Creek Lewis and Palmer.
A brief anarchic remark notes Democrats will not bow to their vilest slanderer. It claims Horace is disliked by a thousand Democrats as a substitute figure and subjects the sentiment to sharp framing.
Col B F Sheets appointed Postmaster at Oregon Ogle County replacing John Sharp who resigned. Greeley supporters lose momentum as Erie clubs dissolve and sell regalia. Journal notes political frictions, local elections, and a fatal accident of Henry Jones a freighter brakeman on Western U R R. A Freeport Amateur Ministres troupe plans Wilcoxon Opera House entertainment.
Farmers report exceptional corn yields with as much as 75 bushels per acre though prices may disappoint. At a Chicago meeting Northwestern Trustees chose Rev Charles I Fowler D D as president replacing Rev Dr K L Haven who resigned. An equine epidemic eases in Buffalo while New York City and surroundings face widespread horse illness estimated at 28000 animals affected with few deaths. contagion spreading to western central New York and New England reaching Maine.
Davis, Oct. 21, 1872. Editor Freefort Journal. A letter urging Stephenson county farmers to vote for restricting stock to their own land. The author argues enclosure benefits farmers by adding about 1.5 million dollars to stock value in four years and calls every man to vote at the election.
Public notice of the death of Hiram Seager on September 25, 1872. The Dakota Grange patrons of husbandry express sympathy to his family, praise his church and community service, and offer consolation on loss. Signed by Cnas Yount, president, and W. S. Farr, secretary, Stephenson County Illinois.
A local political blast accuses the Democratic party of desperate tactics to swap votes for Clerk of the Circuit Court and Sheriff candidates. The piece names Aspinwall as the Republican Clerk candidate and Norace Greeley as the Democratic Sheriff candidate, urging Republicans to stay loyal to the ticket to ensure electing all officials from President Grant to Coroner.
John Morris Sey faced a substantial loss of 35000 dollars tied to the October elections. He remained confident the outcome would not be so severe, despite the financial setback and his belief in a different result.
A crowded Friday evening meeting featured Hon. J. M. Bailey and James Cochran arguing for Grant's renomination. They attacked liberal and democratic charges, praised Republican record, and called Liberalism near death in Lena with Nov. 2 election looming. New York horse disease panic follows with widespread equine illness in city stables and transit lines.
Mr Burchard defended Gen Grant and Republican policy, arguing Civil Service Reform Revenue Reform and Universal Amnesty to rebels. He cited tariff cuts by Congress, contrasted with Democrats and Liberals, and praised the speaker as deeply informed on party records and good government. The editorial lauds the candidate for Illinois fifth district.
The Bloomington Pantograph reports that Illinois Republicans receive a strong boost from recent results and that no doubt remains Greeley will be at least 76,000 votes behind General Grant in the state.
Republican meetings in Ste phenson County will be held in the evening at specified times and venues and addressed by named speakers on current political issues. All are cordially invited to attend.
Will address Orangeville citizens Friday evening November 1 1872 at 7 30. Speakers include Hon A M Jones Hon Jas S Cochran and Samuel J Dodds Esq with plans to speak in Winslow Friday eve November 1 1872.
A humorous early tale about Horace Greeley, depicting him as a poor editor who rises to fame through writing for the Tribune. It mocks political tactics and the idea of becoming president, using satirical language and playful anecdotes about Greeley, voters, and “Democratic-Republicans.” The moral warns boys not to swing around the circle.
Castonta is presented as a scientific vegetable preparation claimed to replace Castor Oil and other medicines. It is described as gentle yet effective, aiding digestion, sleep, teething, and stomach issues. It is said to cleanse the system without minerals or narcotics, kill worms, and cost thirty five cents a bottle.
At the bride’s parents’ residence on October 22 a marriage was performed by Rev George Black uniting Mr A T Buong Tar and Miss Lizark Sraun of Lenao is At Rockford Illinois on October 21 Rev L Meredith joined Mr Gen S Bancock of Ridott to Miss Jennie L Goodwill of Pecatonica Illinois In this city on October 21 by Geo Wolf J B Mr Joan H Fossien and Miss Luciano DA Engesrt of Rock Grove Illinois
John Dunn born April 11 1832 in Girard Erie County Pennsylvania died October 8 1872 aged 40 years 6 months and 27 days. He served as a scout with Company A 92d Illinois Volunteers enlisting August 18 1862 Mustered in September 4 1862 Mustered out September 24 1865. He endured privations and risked his life in perilous missions behind rebel lines. After returning home in 1865 he was injured in Baltimore when a train accident contributed to his death. He was a faithful soldier and a valued citizen admired by soldiers and civilians at his funeral crape marked. His name is enrolled among heroes mourned by a grateful nation.
Wheat No 2 spring closed cash 1.08 and seller November 1.05. Corn No 2 cash 3 0 44c, November 3 0 40c, December 3 0 3c. Oats inside figures. Rye No 2 Gold Me for No 2. Barley No 2 62 Gl c. High wines 50c. Provisions quiet. Mess pork cash 14.50 15, December 12.62 4 12.75. Beef cattle dull inactive for cows, otherwise fair activity.
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