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Newspaper
Freeport Republican
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1883
Page
2
The Republican Saturday page lists Mrs W A Stevens tote conils Miss A M Tate millinery and Win Walton, with Spring Roads Jane Warvell and a Trustees Sale under the REPUBLICAN TICKET.
Special Election Tuesday March 7th for County Treasurer David F Graham. Voters in Harlem district hear a primary call with unclear venues and times. Polls open at designated town halls with Republican ballots and local committee oversight amid disrupted city services and restricted hours.
Honorable David Davis, former U S Supreme Court justice and ex-senator, married Wednesday morning at Hon Wharton J Green’s residence near Payetteville North Carolina to Miss Addie E B Burr. The couple planned a lengthy wedding tour to Florida New Orleans and Southern California before returning to Bloomington Illinois with reported intent to quit politics and focus on business affairs.
The Washington correspondent of the New York Meeting Post offers a cautious compliment to the Forty-seventh Congress. He notes the record was clean, with bills like whiskey and river and harbor defeated while tariffs and internal revenue taxes were trimmed. Post praises the Republican party and the nation for the legislative work.
In an early campaign push two leading contenders pursue the 18s4 Democratic bid. ex Senator McDonald tours the South while Hendricks travels his state to showcase strength. McDonald promises to rally Conpressuita Pollan amid objections as Hendricks gains support to deny McDonald the nomination.
A Warren correspondent in New York sends a chatty letter full of garbled phrases, listing places, people, and curious observations. The fragment hints at a travel tale, with mentions of the United States and a general verdict on journeys amid a humorous, rowdy tone.
Readers planning summer travel eastward are advised that the Pennsylvania line offers optimal comfort and service. The article extols the railroad for passenger ease and reliability, recommending it as the premier choice for the season.
The Atlanta Stars notes Georgia shifting toward manufacturing as cotton mills spread across the state. It highlights Clarke county figures and Senatorial interest in cotton grown and spun in the South, signaling a new era of regional industry and pride in local textile production.
As Congress convenes on the first Monday in December the lower House will be dominated by Democrats with 198 seats against 19 Republicans and small third party totals. The Senate will be tightly divided, with 86 Democrats and 38 Republicans plus 2 Readjusters, risking a potential tie if Readjusters join Democrats.
The New York Herald denounces Governor Cleveland for vetoing the bill to reduce elevated railroad fares in New York City from ten to five cents. The paper notes Cleveland’s anti monopoly pose and his ties to Tilden, suggesting his actions betray that influence and question his presidential prospects amid Democratic maneuvering.
The Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday with Hon Chas LL Rosenstiel taking a seat from Silver Creek and Wagparart moving from Kiddill. Resolutions were unanimously adopted noting the death of a fellow member and expressing regret for his loss while honoring past services and contributions.
The board extends condolences to the deceased’s relatives and passes a resolution. On Captain William B Brady’s motion, David I. Graham of Rock Run Township is elected by acclaim as County Treasurer of Stephenson County to fill the vacancy caused by Gund’s death until the special election set for Tuesday March 27. The board lauds Graham as highly qualified, trusted, and fully capable of the duties.
The Freeport Bulletin criticizes the claim that David F. Graham is too young for the County Treasurer role. Backed by Hutchinson Gund and the Board of Supervisors, Graham’s integrity and duties are defended as he serves as deputy and fills the vacancy. Voters are urged to support him to rebuke the insult to local youth.
The Stephenson County Republican Convention nominated David F. Graham of Rock Run by acclamation to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Abraham Cid. Graham, 26, a former County Treasurer deputy, has long served in county offices and enjoys broad local support. the election is set for Tuesday, March 27, 1883.
A Republican nomination is hailed as the best qualified choice for the county post. Voters are urged to attend the March 27 special election and mobilize neighbors to support the young nominee, David Graham, noted for his merit and broad support across townships.
The text notes that individuals cannot sue a sovereign state without its consent and that suits against the United States go to the Court of Claims in Washington. It laments Southern states repudiating debts, saying there is no legal remedy to compel a state to honor promises, though it was once thought individuals could sue a state.
The Supreme Court rejected suits by New Hampshire and New York residents against Louisiana, deeming the action a state against state dispute. It warned that honest debt repayment matters remain, urging that dishonest states be made to disgorge and pay. The writer attacks Southern states for default and labels their citizens thieves.
A compilation of opinion pieces from several papers discussing Arkansas prohibition amendments on postwar bonds, tariff settlement optimism, Albanian manufacturing limits due to low foreign rates, and political shifts in Congress. It notes tariff reform, labor prosperity, and debates over civil service reform and a nonpartisan candidate.
The piece traces tariff policy from 1812 through 1883, detailing multiple tariffs and revisions. It credits the Tariff Commission and the 1883 Consolidation as shaping policy, arguing public opinion and investigations supported tariff reform against Democratic opposition.
The excerpt records widespread moves of villagers to better conditions, weddings in sight, new neighbors occupying homes, several illnesses including mumps and fever, and a church or school life update. It mentions John Schmeyer and family leaving for their Keo home, Schellenberger’s move to Reel Run, Wolbach’s vacant residence, and Rev Wo Bach.
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