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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1876
Page
2
Prof. Allen A. Griffith, eminent elocutionist, will address Freeport citizens at the Opera House Friday evening September 22 on current political issues. The minute men will be out and the Helicon Band will furnish music.
The Congressional Convention held in this city on the 15th was entirely harmonious. The unanimity for nominating Mr. Burchard for Congress for the fifth time was a well deserved endorsement of an able, industrious and faithful public servant.
I C Burchard and Gen 8 D Atkins led a Saturday night gathering at the Court House in Oregon. Despite only three hours notice, the crowd filled the hall and the improvised event ended in enthusiasm and apparent success.
London cable confirms Boss Tweed figure is transferred to U S authorities. In events tied to the Spanish Main, Minister Cushing keeps watch and arranges his return through the Dons. Upon arrival in New York, speculation grows about past vouchers and a $5,000 check linked to Garvey & Co.
A crude report notes that the Parco-Servian war spurs demand for American cartridges. The Metallic Cartridge Co of Bridgeport Connecticut ships to Hartford, then Purkey, totaling 400 tons of ammunition, while readers in the Nutmeg State react to Bulgarian atrocities and urge action against the Turks.
The writer notes Mr Burchard’s pivotal role on the Ways and Means Committee and asserts no new figure could replace him there. It suggests his influence would have made him chairman if Republicans held the majority, and predicts his return would lessen opponents’ sway while ensuring honest capable representation, per Sterling Gazelle.
On Friday evening the 15th inst Non Emory A Storrs inaugurated the Republican campaign in Galena with an immense crowd at the Opera House. A parade of minute men preceded and followed the meeting and about three hundred torches lit the route. Storrs spoke for an hour and a half to a receptive audience as music by the Helicon Band opened the event. The rally issued in strong party support with plans to hold more meetings and to publish the full speech later. Prof A A Griffith is set to speak in Freeport and vicinity next Friday evening Sept 22.
The Republican Congressional Convention in this city last Friday nominated How I. C. Burcitaro for a fifth term to represent the district. His renomination by acclamation was unanimous, reflecting the high esteem in which he is held after eight years of service. His opponents concede his ability and influence, and he is expected to receive united support from all citizens for the welfare of the district and country.
Tion Jere Pattison was named by soft-money liberal-re publican convention and confirmed by hard-money reform democratic-savior convention, both held in this city. He delivers his acceptance to a small audience as reporters plan a full report next week.
A lithographed letter from the Democratic State Central Committee in Indianapolis urges activists to mobilize unemployed men for Tilden and reform efforts. It asks district leaders to report engaged workers and wages, promising weekly salaries on approved payrolls. The note labels reformers as bogus and hints at election manipulation.
Excursion next week Thursday Sept 28 under Steam Fire Engine Co No portrayal promises a pleasant trip. Train from Freeport at 7554 M arrives Dubuque 1 ovlock return from Dubuque PM arriving Freeport teelock. Round trip 32.00 children under 12 half price. A band will accompany. Fare aimed at broad participation. contributions urged to support the Toys.
The Republican Congressional Convention met in the Opera House on September 15 with J. B. Brown chairing. Maj. R. M. A. Hawk named temporary chairman, a credentials committee and resolutions committee were chosen. Speakers included Prof. A. A. Griffith and Dr. J. B. Porter, endorsing Hayes and Wheeler, reform pledges, and a call for unity against the opposition. The convention nominated R. G. Bailey, J. B. Brown, Geo. Young, H. P. Barton, Leander Smith for the Congressional Committee and re-nominated H. E. Warner for the State Board. Mr. Burchard addressed the gathering before adjournment.
The St Louis Dispatch notes a general coal price drop of about 1.50 per ton, saving about 30,000 annually. Anthracite serves three million families, with many savings crucial for manufacturers, railroads, and steamboat operators as a 24 percent decline boosts business prospects.
By order of the Stephenson County Republican Central Committee republicans will hold mass meetings at multiple towns and dates in 1876 and 1878 with speakers including O C Lathrop Geo L Piersol Floyd Mynard and Smith Atkins. Sessions will feature Hayes and Wheeler Club organization and bilingual addresses in German or English upon request.
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