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Newspaper
Freeport Republican
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1882
Page
7
The Herald notes 29 votes against a major figure while newspapers rarely reflect true public sentiment, a view echoed by Savanna Times readers. The editor has faced defeat multiple times, suggesting mixed signals in months of local discourse.
In Galena Gazette commentary, BR M A is urged for renomination to Congress. The piece praises his two terms, wartime service, and unblemished record while noting strong local support and anticipated renomination at Freeport without opposition.
In January 1882 the Freeport editorial lauds Major Hawk and criticizes Congress and party dynamics. It argues Congressmen must be well informed through constant effort, praises Hawk as capable and honest, notes petition signers for a local postmaster, and chides changing opinions about public figures.
Orangeville notes report a bottle bursting while gum shellac was dissolved on an oil stove, narrowly saving the store and Mr Whalford. Rev Nazerene held a children’s meeting, and a sentiment grows that the young must be looked after. A resident from Oneco died near Guyville on June 11. Cheville school ends term on Friday after nine successful terms. On June 13 Rhimbendall married Miss Anna Tete of Brush Creek. Orangeville Neary Society plans a program for June 17 with a debate on a women’s topic.
A fragment shows class readings and critic notes at 8 15 with names like W M Burbridge and Miss Wittenmeyer. Advertisements promote Sherwin Williams paint, Arbuckle’s coffee, and Ayer hair vigor, urging aesthetic merit and universal beauty.
An 1882 advertisement page highlights Terra Cotta and Willow shades in Nun's Veiling at WM Walton's, plus paint merits of Sherwin Williams sold by Bon gy e Schwarz. It also lists various notices and product ads including dried fruits, hair restorer Mall's Hair Renewer praised by doctors and Massachusetts officials, and estray and administrator notices from Freeport and Stephenson County authorities.
Chicago markets on June 3 1882 showed unsettled activity with early prices high and closing near day lows. Spring wheat fell 1 to 2 cents with July at 1.32 to 1.34 and August lower. corn declined to 60 to 70 cents. oats 40 cents. rye firmer. barley dull. Provisions opened higher and closed lower with pork and lard down. Freeport prices list wheat corn oats eggs butter vegetables and livestock with mixed readings for hogs cattle and sheep.
OHAMBERLIN, Hatter showcases novelties in men neckwear featuring unique designs and fabrics. The piece highlights fashion details, seasonal trends, and pricing cues from the shop window displays.
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