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Newspaper
Freeport Republican
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1882
Page
2
The piece argues Meyptiy war gains importance and will demand time and large costs from England to subdue foes. It notes American farmers ready to supply grain and meat, suggesting European war spurs prosperity in the Americas.
Congressmen Henderson and Davis are thanked for backing the Hennepin Canal bill. They secured a 35000 dollar appropriation for survey and location, contingent on Illinois voters approving a constitutional amendment to transfer the Illinois and Michigan Canal to the federal government. Republican dissension in Pennsylvania risks Democrat gains.
A damaged OCR passage reports Hon NB Washburne endorsing Robert St. Titt for Congress and references a letter about Mrs Lincoln’s youthful determination to become President's wife. It notes a Lexington Preston possession, a governor’s daughter, and a playful betrothal discussion, with other political reflections.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a political figure connected to a congressional district and possible election context. It mentions names and places in a confused way, with references to a court matter and movement to a new residence, but key facts are garbled and uncertain.
On the platform a hush fell as Mr Lincoln searched the crowd for Hit and Litt. Uditt arrived breathless minutes later and the speech began, prompting astonishment from some and amusement from others who understood the moment.
Mt Carroll postmaster candidate Von Ti Frazer claimed he was accessory to the death of Congressman Hawk. The Mt Carroll paper clarifies that Frazer’s remark was misconstrued and asserts he deeply regretted any responsibility for the excitement during the canvass that preceded Hawk’s death.
The Illinois Republican Convention rejects a statewide liquor amendment while noting Kansas Iowa and Ohio actions. Prospects of prohibiting liquor beg serious debate across Indiana and Illinois with parties weighing license bans taxes and Sunday sale issues. The Watseka Republican urges voting on constitutional questions to reflect a cross party urge for reform and public voting.
The discussion defends Illinois temperance policy as advanced and adaptable, noting statewide license flexibility, local option, and bonds for saloonkeepers. It contrasts current success with potential shifts in Iowa and Kansas, suggesting future experiments could shape broader state approaches.
The Freeport Daily Bulletin reports that Hon. Robert Roberts Hitt of Mt. Morris was nominated by Republican delegates for the Fifth District’s congressional seat for the term starting March 4, 1883. An interviewer visited Hitt at home to discuss his views and career, including his education, diplomatic service, and family connections.
From Woonlyilte to the editor of the Freeport Republican the past weeks’ fair weather boosts farm yields with good wheat and rye. Oats look light while corn remains backward but may average with favorable conditions. Wan Bochtold builds a sorghum factory 6 feet high for his growing business. A hare sending machine agent steals a wheel from his wagon this week, the second theft in two months, and Santor Sherman from Waclusis Center falls ill with a lever injury.
A report praises the Lena Institute drawing over 20 teachers and many attendees. It notes the instructors are among the best in the land and urges school directors to visit for profit to their districts, while the superintendent commends the event and its educational value.
A new creamery and cheese factory near Bathe Lititur ap the dreepart Hepublicate, erected by Messrs Tanigel and Klopp, is finished and in running operation. The substantial 48 and a half story building houses the latest equipment for butter and cheese production, signaling a notable local industrial advancement.
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