Fell Dry Goods and City Notices
The page lists advertisements for vendors and venues including Fell Dry Goods and the Grove Opera House. It notes the Mrs Garfield fund total at 324,975 and discusses forthcoming state elections in ten states with governors to be chosen in seven, plus Senate elections in several states. It mentions rumors of Cabinet changes after October 10 and details funeral coverage of President Garfield with services and memorials across multiple cities. Illinois Supreme Court rules no county officer elections this fall. county officers will stay in office until November 1882 elections.
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Massachusetts
Iowa
Minnesota
Mississippi
Ohio
Virginia
Wisconsin
United States
Blaine
Arthur
Senate
Supreme Court of Illinois
Hyde
Qerk Kleckner
Hutchinson
Mississippi Trade Growth Threatens New Orleans Rivalry
The Peoria Journal notes that despite Yankee derision or fear of Capt. Eades, Mississippi waterway shifts could turn New Orleans into an inland city by feeding the Atchafalaya, as barge lines expand grain shipments to Europe and foreign trade steadily grows, making New Orleans a formidable rival to New York in commerce.
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The
Peoria Journal
Journale of the
East
Eades
Jeturn
Mississippi
New Orleans
Gulf
Atchafalaya
Europe
New York
Garfield funeral observances discussed in Chicago meeting
The Chicago gathering to prepare for President Garfield's funeral reflected on his life and service. Hon. B. A. Stores praised Garfield as a steady, rising figure who faced duty with courage, from humble beginnings to national leadership, and who never abandoned forward progress.
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Chicago
Garfield
R Eacy Wuicecks
Jenpa
Ua Auureen
Surshite
Storm
Becdane
Magnetized by a Childs Memory of Webster
An elderly Providence correspondent recalls a WW Webster image on a Whig father’s wall. At eight, a girl stared at the famous portrait, the man meeting her gaze with curious eyes. She felt she was magnetized by the state giant and the tale of boro-worship sparked her imagination.
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Webster
Providence Press
Maid Seeks Handshake with Daniel Webster in Dream
A woman recalls a childhood moment when she stood in the sun with Daniel Webster. She remembers his gentle voice and soft touch, and she declares she will love Webster to the end of her days, even after many forty odd years.
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Daniel Webster
Garfield Memorial Procession in Freeport 1881
Memorial services follow President Garfield’s funeral in Cleveland. A vast procession moves through Freeport with military bands, Knights Templar, Odd Fellows, and civic officials. Mayor McNamara presides at Park stand as speeches honor Garfield’s life and sacrifice.
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Sir Knights
Odd Fellows
Freeport
Stephenson Street
Adams and
Carroll Streets
Third Word Park
Garfield
James HT. McNamara
Dexter A. Knowlton
United States
R. F. Sweet
Zion Episcopal Parish
McNamara
Smith D. Atkins
Garfield the War Hero Turned Statesman and Senator
A biography recounts James A. Garfield’s impoverished youth in the wilderness, his rise from canal driver to army general, and his ascent to Congress and Senate. It highlights his integrity, leadership, and pivotal campaigns, including his decisive role at Chickamauga, his steady stance on finance, and his later national prominence as a Republican leader and presidential candidate.
Garfield Death Revered in Freeport Memorial Service
Citizens of Freeport gather in sorrow to honor President Garfield. Speakers praise his Christian character and legacy, noting national unity despite party lines. Rev. Jenking and City Attorney John McKean lead prayers and reflections as the cortege returns to the courthouse amid widespread mourning.
Resolutions of Condolence for Patriarch Ludwick
During Wester Docampment No 23 meeting on September 27 1881 a resolution of condolence was adopted mourning the death of Patriarch Ludwick. It notes his upright character, the widow’s loss, and honors him as a valued citizen while directing minutes and a letter to the widow and local newspapers. Committee: Jones W. Kornig J. W. Pores.
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Wester
Bey
Liy
OUP
Mpn
Ludwick
Ee Fll
Jones W. Kornig
J. W. Pores
Resolutions on Garfield Death by John A Davis Post
At a John A Davis Post Grand Army meeting General James A. Garfield, president of the United States, died September 19 in a blaze of wounds from an assassin. The post adopts resolutions praising him as a wise chief, patriot, and Christian, and votes to join memorial services in Port on September 26 1881. A copy of the resolutions will be kept on post records.
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Fretront
Gen
D. Atkins
Garfield
Yar
G. W. Whiteside
John Erfart
D, Adamson
W. W. Krape
James McNawara
R. E. Hayes
C. Diffenbaugh
Jacob Krotin
St. Water
Willians Koenig
Warner
Furxyort
Gexttlewen
Third Ward
Foreeport
Swita D
AtkiNs
Fenehal Atkins Lea Arkee
Ciaran
Cleveland
Colemn Belle
Ohole
Abraham Lincoln
James A. Gurfield
Garfeld
Ohio
Himolf
Hewtn
Michigan
Huubla Howe
John A. D Vis
J. A. Sheetz
James A. Garfield
United States
Long Brand N. J
John A. Davis
Busbar
Pr Port
Centensi lodge notes on President Garfield death
At a Centensi lodge meeting the members adopted resolutions praising President Garfield. They mourn his death and commend his energy, pluck, and unflinching honor, pledging to honor his memory and imitate his virtues. copies will be shared with city papers.
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Centensi Lodge
Wuhereas
Garfield
Uni
Earth
Centennial Lodz
City Papers
R. J. Wagner
Joan Hart
Sara A.ea
Death of President Garfield Sermon in Freeport church
A letter from readers thanks Rev H D J Kivu for a Sabbath sermon at First Presbyterian Church in Freeport honoring James A Garfield. The note praises the life and death of the president, and requests a published copy of the sermon. Signatories include James S Cochran and others, dated September 27 1881.
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H. D.J Kivu
First Presbyterian Church
Freeport
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