Greeley politics and Ku Klux fears in the South in 1872
The piece discusses Horace Greeley’s emancipation stance and pension proposals, Southern reactions to his election, Ku Klux activity, and Democratic strategies. It cites letters from the Chicago Tribune and New York papers, with quotes on Reconstruction tensions and party loyalties in North and South. The text mentions Breckinridge, Hodte, and Maryland governor Whyte in the political milieu.
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Knev
H. G
Tribune
Knux
Greeley
North Carolina
N.Y. Tribune
Spn Orbot
South
Horace Wey
Ku-Klux
Dr. Greeley
Chicago Tribune
Carolina
Hodte
Louisville
Democratic Party
Wn Gray
Breckinridge
Col. C.O. P. Breckinridge Atte
N.Y. Herald
Gov. Whyte
Maryland
Porter
Summer
Cincinnati
Ita
Naturalization Laws Summary for Prospective Applicants
The article explains U S naturalization rules for those filing papers. Aliens who arrived before turning twenty one and remain in the United States may receive full papers after five years residency once age twenty one. Soldiers discharged honorably from U S forces are exempt from declaration papers. All others must obtain a declaration of intention at least two years before naturalization. First papers can be obtained at twenty one or older with minimal testimony. To apply for full papers the applicant must have two years more in the United States after first papers and total residence of at least five years with one year in the state of final application. Applicants must bring first papers and a five year acquainted witness attesting to character and loyalty to the Constitution. If papers are lost, copies may be requested from the issuing court clerk. When a father secures full papers, all children under twenty one residing in the United States at that time become citizens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Atking Speaks to Rockford Republicans at Court House
Gen. Smith D. Atking of Freeport addressed about 1000 to 1500 Republicans at Rockford’s Court House ending in an outside adjournment. He defended Greeley’s record, praised Grant, cited past campaigns, and noted mixed reactions from Greeleyites amid political debate.
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Smith D. Atking
Freeport
Rockford
Court House
Gen. A
Evans Blake
Atkins
92D
Illinois
Horace
Greeley
Atkin
Rockford Gazette
Monument Planned for Dr. W. A. Little in Elizabeth
A German professor or group is preparing a handsome monument to be placed over the remains of the late Dr. W. A. Little of Elizabeth. The act signals respect and commemorates his contributions to the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Little
Elizabeth
Questionable Drinking Allegations Hit Brown During Yale Event
A Springfield Republican report details accusations that Mr. Brown drank heavily at the Yale Commencement in New Haven. Witnesses claim he consumed multiple glasses of brandy before and after his speech, with governor English noting his condition as boozy. The piece urges Brown’s friends to respond with evidence or a confession to preserve his candidacy.
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New Haven
New Haven Palladum
Bedwir
Brown
English
Mr. Brown
Springfield Republican
B. Gratz Brown
Yale
List of Letters Remaining Unclaimed in Freeport Post Office
Unclaimed letters dated September 9 1872 listed for Freeport Illinois include Mary Anderson Chas A Bliss J Phillips Sarah Rowley Richard Bayson James Schmeltza Ben Beara Robertson Conklin Sblovy Mal H Dean Anna Hastings Nellie Brayi Hunter J Wagner Ge Young Lonarn Yanney WD Mead Ash Joseph Measa Jarier Moore Bower Foonan JF 2. Advertised letters must state advertised letter and date. office hours noted.
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Freeport
Illinoia
Anderson Mary
Pierceo L . Bliss
Chas A “Phillips J Buss Sarah
Rowley Richard Bayson James
Schmeltza
Ben Beara Robertson Oe Sosuer
Gu Conklin
Sblovy
Mal H Dean
Anna
Sially Paliada Graham Ella - Hastings
Nellie _ Brayi
Huontert J
Wagner J. 1
Peripee
Marriages Reported in Freeport and Nearby Towns
In Freeport Henry J Porter wed Emma E Clare at home of the bride’s parents. A J Barker married Kate Sorrison at Episcopal Church. L A Shgevoille married Lizzie Wheeler at H R Wheeler’s residence in Florence Illinois. Joseph Klegley of Freeport to Helen Swift of Lanark wed at Taber House Lanark Sept 1872.
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G. W. Dean
Henry J. Porter
Emma E. Clare
Freeport
Episcopal Church
A. J. Barker
Kate Sorrison
H. R. Wheeler
R. Brotherton
L. A. Sghoville
Lizzie Wheeler
Florence
Ill
Taber House
Lanark
Mr. Tibls
Joseph Klegley
Hilen Swift
Died Notices with Names and Ages Log in City
In this city, Sept 0th, Charles Vile aged Ww years. Charles Tyler. On the 6th just, Jeannette daughter of I and J Stine aged 9 months 23 days. Aug 23d 18723 Henry Porter native of England aged 50. In Ridott Aug 23d 1872 Many O wits of Hlijab Bardtok Eyq aged 44.
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Con
Charles Vile
Dparles Tyler
Just
Jeannette
I. and
J. Stine
St. Louis
Tivira Kye
Kyle
Freeport
John A. Clark
Morrow
Henry Porter
England
Ridott
Hlijab Bardtok
Market prices and commodities listed for Freeport
Freeport market note from the Freeport Journal Office dated Sept 10 1872 lists grain wheat oats barley and others with units per bushel and per pound. It also shows prices for potatoes turnips onions beans apples cabbage tallow dried fruit and related produce in a concise catalog.
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Freeport —Rkets
Butler
Market Summary from EATEST Commercial Reports Chicago
Wheat prices ranged around $1.04 to $1.17 with monthly bids noted. Barley and oats moved with moderate strength, rye steady, and high grade pork and stocker cattle pricing indicated for winter and smooth ship stock. Continuous market activity shows varied bid levels across grains and meats.
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Eptember
Dry Goods Market Note from James Morgan in 1872
Letter from James Morgan of Bust & Morgan New York describes strong dry goods demand in New York with large stocks in first hands and rising prices. He notes a 10 percent duty reduction affecting cotton fabrics and lace, mentions shipments of French Merinos and other fabrics to Freeport, and asserts Best & Morgan will lead in all dry goods sectors. Morgan mentions other traders Jarvis of Galesburg and Johnson of Peoria, and plans to expand millinery and related lines for a heavy fall trade. He foresees extended absence from Freeport.
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Ovvien
Bust & Morgan
Broadway
New York
Bet
Freeport
Jarvis
Galesburg
Johnson
Peoria
Alpacas Int
A. T. Stewart & Co.ls
House of Best’ & Morgan
Custom House
Bond
James Morgan
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Cas
Gen. Grant
Jlorace Greeley
Erie
Louisville Journal
Sumner
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New York World
Greely
The
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Hint-O
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Seedaee
Ube
Eatest Commercial
Chicago Market
Stephenson County Court
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I. G. Chaddock
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Durham
Tresler
Iwt
Western Und Union. “Railroad
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Western Union Railroad Company
Milwaukee
Wis
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Cedarville
Farmers
Templeton
G. W. Barber
Frank Olingman
Ilinois
Stephenson County
Circuit Court
Said County
Aaron Bolender
Barbara Fisher
Solomon Fisner
Adam Bolender
Levi Bolender
Frederick
Bolender
Elizabeth Maurer
George Maurer
Matilda Kleckner
Jackson Kleckner
John Bolender
Isaac Bolender
Reuben Bolender
Ghanecory
Rack Grove
Stephenson
Beclon
Township
Horth
Range Ui
Gale
David Zimmerman
Comisiasioner
Jon Coates
Compl
Sglielwor
Best & Morgan
Mr. Morgan
MAN Rig Co
At & Rearon
Et Ieee Sr
Barber, Horicon
Wis.s
Mitchell, Lewis & Co
Racine
Michigan
Barden
Baer
Bense
A. P. Dickey: & Co's
Racine Fanning
MILLS
Callatour Warehouse
Galena Street
Pete
W. G. Barnes & Co
Freeport College
Seppenber
Shaffer
Board of Trustees
J. W. Shaffer
Baginnaan
Isaac JR Garey
Shodedge
John Cox
Copomiittee
Pelton & Pomeroy
Sam's Goodwin
Ratoye
Stern
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Ant
Nice Man's Street
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