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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1872
Page
4
The excerpt notes fair preparations in Rockford and Warren on September 25, prediction of a bountiful corn crop, and political chatter across Maine Vermont and Canada. It cites Senator Carpenter, Trumbull, Grant, Greeley, Sumner, and Horace Greeley with veiled criticism and references to speeches and newspaper reports.
Miller and Saxby shipped a carload of their superior blooded stock to Colorado to display at the regional fair. Other enterprising dealers in blooded stock are also active, promoting improved stock in the West.
A. H. Rosenstiel vice president of the State Agricultural Board leaves Sunday night for the Ottawa State Fair. He will be at fair headquarters during the event with his aides. J. B. Scott buys the Dexter Livery stable at the corner Nschange and Bridge streets and promises fair charges and fine carriages for public use.
J. W. Clinton of the Polo Press J. M. Adair of the Carroll County Mirror and J. W. Newcomer of the Lena Star were in town last week and stopped by. They are described as good fellows despite the recurring initial J in their names.
A Florence woman narrowly escaped serious burns after attempting to ignite kerosene. A hummingbird was freed from a spider’s web as a metaphor for cobweb strength. An old King Democrat railed at Thursday prayer meetings. J R Lemon buys Buckman’s insurance and real estate business to run a general agency with Heron handling major insurers.
Tuesday marked the Brewster House reopening one year under Gates and Burton.Railroad men and local leaders gave a gold chain valued at no less than 150 dollars in a testimonial presentation led by Mayor Cronkrite. Gates wore the chain with evident pride and good humor, reflecting a favorable year for the hotel.
The Eighteenth Annual Fair of Stephenson County Agricultural Society in Freeport runs Sept 24 25 26 27 with 2500 in premiums and an emphasis on fair play. Plans include an enlarged Floral Hall, 800 zoology and natural history specimens and a military encampment with band music. Visitors urged to bring stock farm produce implements art and beauty works. accommodations on grounds.
The Drummer Boy will present an evening of Opera on Wednesday night. London Cornet Band led by Prof Bobingon will furnish the music. It promises a rare and intensely interesting entertainment. see programme.
The Daily Fair Journal announces it will begin Tuesday morning and issue a large 24 column paper for four days. It will include a full report of the Fair telegraphic dispatches and miscellaneous matter. Advertisers are urged to submit favors early.
The annual fair will be held in this city starting Tuesday. Citizens are urged to participate actively to ensure a successful event that all will be proud of.
Indebted readers are urged to settle subscriptions at once by mail or in person at the office.
Mr J A Brenoeman reports a board vote on an excursion to Rock Island with unclear results. Mrs Wim Swythe and family returned from the East on Friday after visiting since June 19. The New York Herald criticizes Greeley as declining while noting sober second thought.
An odd letter from Freeport asks whether an ordinance requires property owners to maintain sidewalks. The writer blasts officials for inaction, laments dangerous walks, and urges stronger enforcement or a new council to push a sidewalk ordinance for public safety.
Tuesday night a man demanded $2,000 at A J Pomeroy home behind the Opera House. Clerk Kline tried to eject him. the intruder drew a knife, wounded Policeman Mannion, and fled after Kline fired three shots. The culprit was later identified as Clark, a deranged man two miles north of the city, who reportedly lost money in bad speculation.
The circuit court tried the case of Huldah Stover versus Kenry Wafee Jr. for slander last week. A verdict of G220 was returned for the plaintiff. Both parties reside in West Point.
General S D Atkins will address the Grant and Wilson Club at Pleasant View School House in Lancaster on Saturday September 28 1872. The club will organize by electing officers and attendees are invited to hear a discussion of the political issues of the day.
The Democratic Greeley funeral parade in Freeport drew 89 wagons and 47 horsemen in a six minute procession. Major Sawyer led the mounted brigade, two thirds of participants were youths and women, and only 84 voters rode in wagons. The event, after four weeks of effort, drew harsh critique of the Dolly Wardens.
Barnum's great show drew an immense crowd last week with a tent seating 12 000. Sea lions giraffe and rhinoceros drew special attention while Dan Castalle Monte Verde contortionist James Melville and his equestrians Willson and Lazelle and Minnie Marks performed daring feats and won applause. The show was well ordered with no coarse jokes and staff thanked by Mr Thomas. A pro-Democratic ballot scare was burned this Tuesday morning after a Grant man was needed to light it.
A reader reports on a chaotic Chicago event with 10,000 absent attendees and claims of deceit over Sumner’s presence. The piece quotes a special artist’s view of Greeley supporters at their headquarters, describing a failed grand procession and public gullibility during a recent push to rally enthusiasm.
A Dakota gathering featured Horatio Burchard promoting Grant and Wilson. The crowd included about 300 people, with the Dakota brass band leading a torchlight procession to the schoolhouse. Supporters praised his arguments a nd criticized opponents while noting the meeting showcased strong party enthusiasm.
The Cedarville community plans a fair with a basket dinner and multiple departments including grain cereals fruit and live stock. A judging and awarding committee will select entries and prizes will be awarded on the day, with sections for vegetables and crafts.
A brief public notice invites Democrats to attend a meeting here. The event is hosted by local party leaders and aims to discuss community issues and upcoming activities.
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