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Newspaper
Freeport Republican
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1882
Page
2
A letter laments sensational journalism in Stephens County, accusing some men of inability to tell the truth. It argues well meaning editors cause harm through misquotes and careless misstatements, fueling strife rather than accuracy.
The Uinais Supreme Court re elected the present judges of the Appellate Court for this district the First for another term. Judges J. M. Bailey of Freeport Isaac G. Wilson of Geneva and W K McAllister of Waukegan will serve three years longer Bailey of this city earns praise for bench work and is expected to gain promotion to the Illinois Supreme Bench or the Federal Bench.
Dispatch from Bloomington notes the Bloomington Bulletin, started a year ago with 220000 capital, with editor John Oberly, later reorganized by Scott and Bubee who invested about 10000. The paper lost about 25000 in 15 months. stock publication isn’t always wealth. Also cited crops report and a June 27 special election in Iowa to decide a constitutional amendment banning intoxicating drinks with possible large majorities.
As foreseen, Ohio Republicans at the State Convention approve a resolu tion urging specific taxation to make liquor traffic bear public burdens and hinder its exercise. Democrats predict German Republicans may defect to the Democrats, potentially shifting Ohio toward the Democratic ticket. Some German Republicans may stay.
The German Republican voters favor taxing liquor sellers and regulating the traffic, rejecting free whiskey or beer. They predict Ohio Democratic leaders will push temperance opponents and portray the Democratic party as anti temperance, while praising the Republican party as the only one to advance temperance through legislation.
The piece surveys a Republican surge in Oregon and broader national prospects. It notes anticipated Senate gains as Republicans replace Democrats in Oregon and Virginia, with a projected 38 Republicans to 30 Democrats and 2 Readjusters after future elections. It discusses states voting through fall and the balance of power in the Senate and House, including term expirations in 1883 and the likelihood of continued Republican control.
The article projects Republican dominance in the Senate through March 1, 1885, with Senators in Colorado, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island up for election. It forecasts gains in Oregon, Wings, and New Jersey, possible Anti Bourbons from North Carolina and Tennessee, and notes no Senate vacancies expected before that date.
Col. Sheets of Ogle County, veteran of the 92d Illinois Volunteers, repeatedly refuses a congressional bid. Despite pending requests from local editors and notable newspapers, he states he has not been, is not, and will not be a candidate at this time, citing lack of support in his own county and reluctance to campaign.
The Oregon Reporter notes Col Sheets not a candidate and the district sees no clear favorite. The Ogle County Democrat profiles RWitt of Mortis as a leading Republican hopeful with national standing, while refuting Sheets as a contender. The letter details Hawk’s stance on Guiteau and the 1884 convention, then reports a telegram confirming Hawk did not recommend Guiteau for any office.
Judge Spensley replies to an article in the Freeport Hepudtican about his candidacy for Congress. He says the piece is unjust and asserts he did not seek only Jo Daviess County compliments but seeks votes beyond mere praise. He defends his political aspirations and clarifies his stance on the election.
A quoted letter from Was Spenser defends a candidacy in good faith amid county rivalries. He notes Jo Daviess would have acted similarly, rejects pressure for a pledged “bond,” and asserts no desire for office. He emphasizes Iowa pride, district service, and lack of need for an appointment within the Republican party.
The county convention adopted a Hawk slate with delegates to the Freeport congressional gathering instructed to vote for Hon. R. M. A. Hawk. Other counties show no opposition candidates, with Spensley and Sheets withdrawing, Stephenson without a candidate, and Winnebago unable to unite. The paper predicts Hawk’s unanimous renomination and large majority re election to a third term.
Opinions from multiple papers show Republican and Democratic strands shaping 19th century talk of a GOP hawk and a Democratic candidate for Congress in Carroll County and surrounding regions. The Virginia tariff issue and press power are noted, with Hawk favored locally and potential statewide electoral impact debated.
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