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Newspaper
Freeport Republican
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1883
Page
6
A mix of short items reports wagers in Glasgow and Philadelphia, a Belgian alliance in education, and a secular education box at liquor outlets. It notes a Chicago school building funded by a recent tax and a Denver Rio Grande survey through the Black Canyon, with ideas for a riverboat voyage if feasible.
A Missouri Supreme Court ruling affirms that a physician may disclose information obtained from a patient for diagnosis even if the talk occurred outside the witness stand. The decision clarifies the physician’s privilege relates to information needed for professional care and diagnosis, not merely spoken details. A separate note describes a Connecticut storekeeper’s trap-door burglary scheme, where a floor hatch concealed a pit for robbers.
A storekeeper uncovered a burglary and found onions linked to a parasite disease. Russian pathologist Dr Botkin reports a trichina contorta in onions causing violent illness or death if the bulb is cut. The piece warns against the danger of onion contamination spreading to America and calls for measures to stop it.
A. McCacis of New York lauds Harry Gilmor, detailing feats of strength and daring from the Civil War. He cites Gilmor’s ability to carry riders, split heads with a saber, lead charges, and survive at Winchester, Harper’s Ferry, and a Sheridan camp mission, while praising his leadership and loyalty to Lincoln.
The excerpt argues Lincoln acted under pressure from conspirators to issue the Emancipation Proclamation, likening it to a cesarean operation to save the Union. It also notes Lincoln’s Kentucky birth and Southern in‑laws, and references Jake Thompson’s escape and Knights of the Golden Circle influence in wartime intrigues.
An Irish soldier was tasked to report any remarkable events during the night. A drunken man fell from a wall and died, with no report filed. When questioned, Pat said that if the man had fallen but not broken his neck he would have reported it, noting he had believed orders.
In northern Ohio a 16 year old Welsh immigrant, Evan Crand, crosses a swollen Grand River on a thawing night to fetch axes. Wolves pursue him across a shifting ice bridge. He builds a snow ice fortress, fends them off, and later skins six wolves for bounty totaling about $150. He soon pays for a farm and dies peacefully in time.
The piece argues Florida’s climate helps consumptives only if they are outdoors, breathing pure air and exercising, but contends the moist heat may hinder vitality. It questions the idea that heat alone rallies the body and mocks sensational remedies while describing life in popular scenes and stage attractions.
A woman jailed for murdering her husband was tried and acquitted as slippers showered down on her as she left the female prison. William G. Case defended her, and despite doubt, the crowd believes the slippers aided the not guilty verdict. Twenty other prisoners wished her well.
A fragmented report notes unexpected opposition in a local council debate. Key figures include Lae mianust Ching and other officials, while public sentiment appears divided over proposed measures and their impact on community health and safety.
A nocturnal meditation from Detroit Free Press describes a city awake with fires, gambling, and splintered scenes while country life turns quiet as old folks rest and youth snack. Maritime danger and wilderness humor mingle in a wandering panorama.
A dated panorama of remarkable memory feats by learned men and religious figures. It cites Rabbinic recall, a French marquis compiling France from memory, Cardinal Mezzofanti memorizing dictionaries, a Roman priest reciting 160 lines of poetry, and Dr Addison Alexander at Princeton recalling personal histories and composing streams of vivid yet anomalous language. It concludes with a cautionary note on admiration versus love.
Illinois legislature session highlights include petitions for and against reminiscence legislation, hotel and theater escape devices, and reforms to forms. debates on oaths for assessors, property protection measures, and state utilities. Bills pass on inquests, penalties, and road improvements while numerous petitions and appointments shape committees.
Lo complains about solving two problems while a nun splits wood and contemplates work in the city. The old man muses on making money, then counts six cords left and jokes about buying boots with the proceeds. A rousing wind carries the line about a marriage certificate.
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