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Newspaper
Freeport Republican
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1882
Page
2
An unusual promotion announces a one year free subscription to the Freeport Republic Digest and Chicago Weekly Herald by special arrangement. The offer emphasizes an unparalleled deal and urges readers to take action quickly.
Two papers, the Chicago Weekly Herald edited by Frank W. Palmer and the Freeport Republican, are offered together for $2.00. Subscribers paying in advance receive a free copy of Dr. Kendall's horse book None to the Time to Subscribe.
Offer promotes one year subscriptions for the Chicago Journal Freeport Republican and Chicago Journal at 2.25 dollars. Notes editor Andrew Shuman and claims the papers are reliable, fresh, and newsy with no sensational content.
One week from next Tuesday, March 21, a special election will be held for a Member of the Legislature. Senator Logan, ill with rheumatism in the back, is slowly recovering and may resume his Senate seat in the coming week.
The Mississippi floods devastate hundreds of thousands of acres with residents relying on government rations as levees fail to endure another June overflow and farmland remains uncultivable this year. Also, Roscoe Conkling declines the Associate Judge seat on the U S Supreme Bench and Edmunds of Vermont rejects it. Blatchford may be next. Internal revenue receipts for 1881 reach 135 million with varied duties including spirits tobacco and medicines.
Governor calls a special election to fill the county seat left by Mundos Moore. Republicans aim to vote, while Democrats face an uncertain path. The March 21 date shapes local political contest and candidacy outcomes.
The article discusses a bold political strategy that aims to dominate the race by attempting a comprehensive polling of the Republican vote. It argues the effort may be nearly impossible, yet outlines the potential impact if pursued.
A report claims Samuel J. Tilden of New York is training as a Democratic presidential candidate in 1884 and offered Vice President to Ex-Governor John M. Palmer of Springfield Illinois. Palmer calls the tale a canard while Tilden presses forward, stirring speculation and party bravado.
A Warren Sentinel report notes a district convention in Galena with delegates from JoDaviess and Stephenson counties to nominate James Bayne Jr as Republican candidate for the vacancy in the Legislature. Stephenson delegates concede to JoDaviess and urge turnout. election is set a week hence.
Prof William Pepper of the University of Pennsylvania discusses the timing of school entry. He warns that premature study can cause indigestion nervousness general weakness and even apparent intellectual backwardness. Outdoor exercise and readiness determine a child’s capacity to bear restraint and attention and memory demands.
General L. J. Gottrell, a prominent Democrat, announces plans to run as an Independent for Governor next fall. He campaigns on universal education, anti-monopoly positions, reform of convict leasing, recognition of federal unity, and legal equality. The piece notes no shortage of Independent leaders in Georgia but urges organized support before nominations.
Senator Logan will launch a vigorous crusade against liquor traffic with a prepared speech supporting a bill that diverts all future tax revenues on distilled spirits to the States and Territories for educational purposes. He opposes tax reductions and repeal, urging the manufacture and sale proceeds fund free schooling costs.
The piece notes that the state’s school funding projection sits at 75 million dollars based on liquor taxes for the current year. It criticizes the Freeport Journal’s claim that voters can cast three votes in a March 21 special election, clarifying Illinois law: only one representative is elected, so each voter has a single vote.
A Washington telegram reports Sterlings and Rock Falls water power owners attack Major Hawk for backing the Hennepin Canal measure. Hawk says his amendment would pay damages caused by drawing off water from the Rock River at Dixon, aiming to satisfy dissenters while supporting the canal bill overall.
In a published private letter, Senator Sherman denounces what he calls libels and slanders against his Treasury tenure. He contrasts the public praise for his service with attacks from “dead beats” and liars, insisting the public does not share the malign views of his enemies.
The Jo Daviess County Convention met at the Court House in Garen a Tuesday last where Hon J D Platt offered a preamble and resolutions. They were passed unanimously by viva voce, mourning the death of Joseph Myuro and expressing sympathy for his family and fellow citizens. The document notes the vacancy in the district and honors the deceased as a respected Republican and neighbor.
Republicans nominate Mr Moore the Hon James Bayne of Warren and call for a special election on March 21 in Stephenson and Jo Daviess Counties to elect one Legislature member, under Governor Cullom’s proclamation, with the March 2 date noted for the earlier election.
In his dying statement Mr. Wall claims his wife shot him after a fierce quarrel at about 11 pm. Lawyer Thomas Turner, who was with Wall, recalls the wife’s dramatic grief and Wall’s assertion that she tried to kill him, then plugged the wound himself. Wall says he regrets not beating her first.
The article envisions a vast dairy industry across Northern Illinois, Southern Wisconsin, and Iowa. It describes millions of cows, central depots for butter and cheese, and shipments by merchants from around the world. It credits soil preservation and stock improvement as key to sustained wealth and national food supply.
A Washington telegram reports a Wisconsin bill by Mr Pound proposes a four member board plus the Pension Commissioner to review pension and bounty land warrant claims since March 4 1861. The panel may re examine rejected or arrears claims and grant meritorious ones under existing or future laws.
The Commissioner shall certify the board's action to the Secretary of the Interior who shall place on the pension roll the notes of claimants whose claims are allowed. Normal pension certificates shall be issued, and bounty land warrants shall issue as provided by law. The board's decision shall be final and conclusive.
The Republican County Convention in Galena on March 7 1882 nominated James Bayne of Warren for the unexpired term in the Illinois General Assembly. Bayne born 1826 in Philadelphia has long served Warren and Jo Daviess County in public office and as a Republican stalwart supporting soldiers and the Union. He is described as a capable, faithful worker ready to handle legislative duties and advance Republican interests in the district.
A joint Republican Convention of Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties met March 7 at the DeSoto House to endorse James Bayne of Warren for Representative to fill Hon. Joseph Moore’s vacancy. Delegates E P Barton J B Brown and G S Atkins spoke as chairs and coordinators. The convention unanimously supported Bayne’s nomination, with endorsements from Stephenson and Jo Daviess leaders.
Delegates from Jo Daviess and Stephenson counties gathered to ratify the nomination and pledge Republican turnout for James Bayne and the ticket. R. Y. W. MacClellan and John Lorrain, Esq, addressed the gathering urging voters to support the slate and ensure election. County central committees were tasked to coordinate ticket distribution and mobilize voters, as the convention adjourned after a cordial two hour session.
A Washington telegram reports the House Committee on Railways and Canals discussed the Hennepin Canal bill. Advocates from Dixon and Sterling urged support, while objections over water-power damages prompted an amendment for a three member commission to assess losses and secure compensation. A broad view favored canal construction to lower transport costs and challenge railroad monopolies. The panel promised careful consideration with potential unanimous approval and a $1 million appropriation if damages are properly addressed.
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