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Newspaper
Freeport Republican
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1881
Page
8
A long obituary note recalls Fons M. Gres a well known Peoria figure who died after a period of illness. The report mentions his public standing, local ties, and mentions surrounding names and places as part of a broad civic context.
Fragmentary OCR describes a supposed prophetical Bible reference and mentions wine pressing customs. It cites a Theles lulu and a Germantown ayia observer noting a process of making Glarets and savoring baked foot. Names and places are unclear due to garbled text.
Secretary Kirkwood advocates liberal funding to educate and civilize Indians and absorb them into white society. He calls for expanding schools and agency facilities, curbing reservations, and promoting farming, with a plan to concentrate Indians on fewer large reserves and extend support for housing and soil cultivation. He also notes pension rolls, land sales, patent activity, and patent office growth amid ongoing education reforms.
An old man explains debt and mismanaged finances using a jokey tale about penny-pinching costs and a misfired salary plan. A teacher then questions a student on measuring liquor quantities to illustrate arithmetic basics and budgeting pitfalls. The dialogue centers on money, debt, and practical math understanding.
Fragmented reminiscences recount the Jew Ouhiltree in the west who buys privileges at a volunteer fair, including a roulette table with hidden wire gadgets. Another tale follows a Missouri poker player with a patent vest that uses delicate wire mechanisms to signal draws, exposing a long con.
The Women’s Jot argues many girls spend little thought on a man’s finances. It notes women may accept costly gifts and expensive outings while showing little concern for his income or employer. It counsels prudent, thoughtful ladies and jokes that Pontricians could become good telegraph repairmen due to their wiring experience.
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