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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1877
Page
2
A gunny-sack of political venom erupts as Albany asserts Democratic faith rests on moral vitality while Indiana seeks other candidates besides D. W. Voorhees for the U.S. Senate. A Houston editor echoes alarm at Key's New England talks, calling for scorn on perceived craven figures.
The San Antonio paper argues Speaker choice matters little to the South as long as House views on protection and internal improvements align. It notes Democratic papers mock the $7,005 conscience money sent from New York to the U S Treasury for income tax withheld from Samuel J. Pilden's barrel, quipping about “Old Usutruet” and conscience.
The ex pressivan of Meridian Connecticut sent in haste to fetch the trunk of 1 BH Plant to the depot. The landlord tolerated the joke until many guests grew tired. A quarrel burst when the hack arrived for Mr and Mrs TL E Phant and children, and a harsh outburst followed.
The excerpt describes local figures like Kleckner and Weckner using influence with saloons and country precincts to sway voters. It portrays the defunct Winnesheik Insurance Company ties and a departing secretary, implying canvassing to secure votes and public service pledges amid political tension.
A fragmentary report lists numerous names of Native individuals and groups traveling through Chicago en route to discuss government expenses and treaties. Interpreters and agency personnel are named, including Lieu W PoChik and James lewin, with other aides cited.
The column critiques McCool and Goodhue in the county treasurer race with farmers likely to vote, noting McCool’s tenure, Goodhue’s primaries, and Wallace Itsutchison as Republican candidate. it predicts McCool’s chances and emphasizes farm support and political strategy.
United States Senator from Missouri Ifon Lewis V. Bogg died at his St Louis home on the 26th from a liver tumor superinduced by a prior malarial fever. A Catholic and Democrat, he was born April 9, 1813 in Ste. Genevieve and had long served in the Missouri legislature and as Commissioner of Indians. He led mining interests and chaired the St. Louis and Iron Mountain Railroad project before his term from 1873 to 1879 in the U.S. Senate.
A Washington special reports broad approval of President Hayes Southern trip with praise for his achievements in Kentucky and Tennessee. But concerns linger that former loyalties to Tilden and past political violence could resurface if Hayes asks further concessions.
A damaged fragment shows a plea to pay state debt and settle Confederate bond losses. It asks the editor to publish a comment on making good $1,000 and proposes bondholders concede half to aid widows and orphans of Confederate settlers.
Gen George B. McClellan, once a famed general, is named the Democratic nominee for Governor of New Jersey. The reference notes his long public profile and past involvement with defense inquiries amid the party’s slate.
The piece argues that after the election of Hayes, forecasts of doom were unfounded. It credits the harvest and rising trade to factors beyond politics, noting surge in wheat and grain yields, strong shipments, and higher prices. It suggests the national economy improved despite partisan forecasts.
The hardiest man in color is the stone figure found near Pueblo believed by some to be petrified. Barnum offers 20000 for the prize while Conant seeks 25000. Public sentiment is divided on whether the stone man is genuine and historic or a clever hoax or sculpture, with suspects of a prehistoric carving.
The Inter Ocean reports from Sehumla that Osman Passia was attacked by Russians on Sunday through Tuesday, with a final repulse on the last day. Monte Negro dispatches claim Duga Pass is cleared of Turks, one cannon captured and 150 prisoners taken. The Prince of Montenegro and his staff have arrived at Nicscis Brismark.
London dispatch analyzes Russia as the sick man of Europe amid a stalled campaign. It notes defeats due to dangerous missteps, indicates Russia should recover, and outlines German Austrian aims to force peace terms that would expand their gains at Turkey’s expense. It cites a Laizburg interview as part of a concerted strategy.
Telegrams report from Ordinanne dated Sept 22 claim Uifsi Pasha led a convoy pro vision train to Dubrick near Plevna and defeated fifteen Russian battalions on the way Osm an Pasha urged to sortie to connect with the reinforcement. Osman Pasha attacked Gravilza redoubt Thursday night and was repulsed with heavy losses 20 000 men under Chefket Pasha reportedly joined with fresh ammunition supplies. dispatches corroborate from Constantinople.
From Sept 21 to 22 reports describe Mehemet Ali engaging Russian trenches beyond Bania Lom and near Liela. Telegrams claim Turkish forces advanced to intrenchments, with Turkish losses reportedly higher than Russian, while other dispatches note inconclusive, drawn battles and Russian fortifications at Biele and Sistova.
The dispatches report Fyoub a corps and Verbatza attacked by Mehemet Ali detachments, but Turkish forces failed at both. The operations differ from expectations as feints became attacks and the real assault was not pursued. A Saturday telegram says both sides are quiet and exhausted after yesterday’s heavy actions, with a probable renewed assault planned soon.
A Russian bulletin from Gorny Studen reports Turkish forces renewed the assault on Schipka Pass on Friday. They attacked the right flank, then the left and center, all repulsed. fighting lasted until night with expected renewal. The dispatch records 31 officers and 1,000 men killed or wounded.
The Augusta Journal reports Maine official governor election results from 479 towns on the election date the 10th inst. The overall vote exceeds previous off years and the Republican plurality compares with earlier years. Figures include the 1878 results for comparison alongside the 1861 1865 and 1869 tallies.
Frontier reports from early September detail Nez Perce engagements with Gen Sturgis and 7th Cavalry. Five warriors killed, 103 ponies captured. 900 horses lost by hostiles, soldiers suffer minimal casualties, and mule meat sustains the column. rumor of possible Nez Perce surrender near Judith Mountains.
President Hayes and party arrive in Atlanta amid a crowd of about 10 000 as Governorcolquitt and Mayor greet them at the hotel. Hayes speaks of peace and union, praising the nation’s progress toward reconciliation and urging continued support for a national, inclusive government.
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