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Newspaper

Freeport Republican

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1882

Page

2

Republican Meeting Notices in Stephen son doauty Areas

Republicans scheduled meetings in Stephen son doauty at Andrews Mills Loran on Tuesday evening Oct 31 Lancaster town house on Wednesday evening Nov 1 Davis on Thursday evening Nov 2 and Lidott on Sunday evening Nov 3. Hon Lleury OC Hyde County Court judge and re election candidate is highly esteemed by all classes and Democrats are not contesting his return.

Stephenson Doauty Hey Andrews Mills Loran Town House Lancaster Davis Lidott Lleury OC. Hyde

Garfield Mandalent Pair Holds Parlor Meeting Night

The Garfield Mandalent Pair gathered in the Fiddit House parlor last evening for a meeting. President Login led the session with Mire Smith as Vice President and Belle Cowling as Assistant Secretary. The group aims to promptly address city code matters as the Stites of Towson and Conmnertions act and the board’s committees convened under Mr. Joli Wo hompsun’s direction.

Washington Daily National Republica Garfield Mandalent Uaito Ann Login Mire Smith C.W. Diver Belle Cowling Fala Csuvnks Meg Tens Joli Wo Hompsun

Dem remarks spark debate on loyalty in South Carolina

Wade Thoupton campaigns in Charleston aiming to bond Democrats by branding opponents as traitors. He asserts that those not aligned with his Smite faction are traitors, a stance that critics say could reopen painful memories among South Carolina Democrats.

Wade Thoupton South Carolina Charleston Haropson

Richards Triumphs in Lewislarnre GOP Nomination

The article notes Little Richards of the Jewel seizing the Republican nomination in Lewislarne district. Hoff man supported by Hoffa alignment, while Shue and Richards split votes to oppose Hawk. Sheets backs Oy Trosar to defeat the regular GOP ticket, but high stake totals suggest a defiant move against the party slate.

Little Richards Ater George la. Hoffman Lewislarnre Sheetz Tor My Hoffa Congressman Blank Shue Httle Richards Hawk Richards Miro Shien Phas Venus

Betatys Embraces National Power in Republican Defeat

A verbose, garbled speech outline suggests Betatys of Vermont urged strengthening national power within the Republican party. The fragment references past military leaders, opposition to a “crazy party,” and a call to unify against the current Representatives.

Betatys Diouids Vermont Newhampshire Republican Party Sul

Oregon Republicans Win House Control Last Week

Republicans in Oregon secured control of the House during last week’s session, pushing legislation and shaping the legislature’s agenda as leadership changed hands.

Esdauul Uae Oregon

Political Endorsements and Candidate Claims in Stephenson County

The piece advocates for Republican candidates in Stephenson county including N Dolph for Senate, Robey for Sheriff, and B H Bradshaw for County Clerk. It cites expected party majorities depending on November results, praises Hyde for County Judge, and highlights meeting attendance in Dakota Buck Grove Winslow and Tenn. It defends Robey against Democratic smears and asserts Bradshaw’s wartime service and fitness for office.

Pickard Denounces Election Lie Targeting County Superintendent Candidate

An old Democrat rumor calls J C Pickard an infidel, but supporters from Stephenson County refute the claim as false gossip. They defend Pickard as a respected local citizen and urge Republicans to vote based on merit, condemning smear tactics in county elections.

J. C. Pickard Pickard Stephenson County

Democrats Eye Gund for County Treasurer Race

The text argues Gund, a Democrat and German, should not be defined by ethnicity. It notes Republicans who know Gund may vote for him while asserting German Republicans will stay loyal to their party. It praises Aspinwall as a capable Republican candidate and urges Republicans to support the full ticket.

Judge Hyde Gund Aacalm Gand

Democratic euphoria after Ohio win echoes 1880 patterns

The piece notes Democratic joy after a single victory, details plans for a four year administration, and compares current mood to Maine 1880. It warns Republicans act swiftly after defeat and suggests history may repeat itself if opportunities arise.

Ohio White House Maine

Illinois Republicans urged to vote in state legislative elections

The editorial urges Illinois Republicans to turnout on November 7 to elect a Republican majority to the next Legislature to keep a Republican U.S. Senate seat. It warns that a Democratic win could send Carter Harrison or another Democrat to Washington and cites Ohio as a cautionary example. It names several Republican figures like Cullom, Oglesby, Baum, Riniker, Hamilton, Sherman, Hawley as worthy successors to represent Illinois for six years.

Ilinois United States David Davis Illinois Senate Tlinois Carter Harrison Chicago Julius A. Hammond Jo Daviess County George L. Hollman Carroll County Ohio Tihuvis Minois Cullom Dick Oglesby Green B. Baum John T. Riniker Hamilton Lon Andrew Sherman John L. Hawley Hingis

Republican Call to Vote in Local Elections

An urging message stresses the importance of each Republican going to the polls and ensuring every Republican leader in their neighborhood participates and votes.

Two Propositions On State House Funds And Canal Sale

The text explains two ballot measures for the coming State election. One seeks to complete unfinished State House work with a budget exceeding the original appropriation. The other asks voters to cede the Illinois and Michigan Canal to the federal government for inclusion in a national ship canal system.

Chivago Aurea Sihanes Ortolier Trane Anne Goth Sprimutieht Puto LSTU Illinois and Michigan Conerees United States Great Lakes Mississippi River Ilinois Great River

Vindictive editorials and a Northern Illinois prosecutor

The Freeport Journal editor Mr Richards is accused of persistent vindictive abuse toward States' Attorney Cochran over the Caner and Goodhue trials. Cochran, an able prosecutor with long service in Stephenson County, is praised for his integrity and legal skill, including formulating indictments without defect.

Richards Freeport Journal Cochran Caner Goodhue Freeport Mer. Cochran Little Richards Tilingis Carroll, Quo and Lee Stephenson County

Crain and Cochran clash over indictments and trials

In a dense editorial dialogue, Crain defends prosecutions and laments weak witnesses in the Mann, Schofield, and Caner cases while Cochran touts perceived gains and asserts convictions depended on Dutcher’s presence. The exchange questions fairness of public critique and the prosecutor’s skill.

Prohibition and Southern Prosperity Debate Shapes Ohio Vote

Tuesday work in Ohio signals caution for November voters as Prohibitionists mobilize, opposing Republicans and aligning with bourbon interests. Southern trade topics emerge with calls to end dependence on Cuban sugar and Chicago supplies, urging unity to defend agriculture, industry, and prosperity while temperance factions influence state outcomes.

Democratic Party Faces 1884 Outlook Amid Dissent

The piece argues Democratic divisions threaten future gains, noting temperance and reform debates, with warnings from Ohio and New York allies. It recalls 1874 and 1876 shifts, suggesting party control may not secure a Republican president soon. The tone is cautious about electoral fate and leadership divisions.

Hon R Hitt Speaks in Winslow for Republican Ticket

Hon R Hitt delivered a practical clear speech in Winslow on Wednesday night to a good crowd and favorable impression. Bradshaw of Orangeville, Aspinwall of Florence, Pickard of Lena, and Robey of unspecified area attended, with Republican candidates for County Clerk Treasurer Superintendent of Schools Sheriff speaking with supporters. Republicans are expected to vote the ticket straight in this township.

Winslow Freeport R. Hitt Bradshaw Orangeville Henry Aspinwall Florence W.C. Pickard Lena W. W. Robey

Divis Bequest Event Honors Rev Boidler in Davis City

A large number of Pinas presented Rev J A Boidler with 227.50 cents Friday evening. S Davis spoke, followed by a good supper and social time. Hebron Potter to Evansville for college. Col John Gift visiting Delmar Iowa. Mrs Morrell of Cedar Rapids sending greetings. A tailor from Chicago advertised for satisfaction. Republican rally planned at Davis Mall Now. Dr K Stabeck returned from Norway after a year away.

Divis J. A. Boidler S. Davis Hebron Potter Delmar Iowa Morrell Cedar Rapids Ecase Chicago Davis Mall K. Stabeck Norway Hic

Diptheria Claims Two Local Residents in One Week

Mary Lowry and her brother Henry Eilert died from a malignant diphtheria outbreak in our town. Mrs Lowry worked in the 3 o clock shift and Henry at 5 o clock. Earlier, Mr Kilart buried another son from the same disease. A daughter has a mild attack but recovery seems likely. Other locals, including S P Fisher and Mrs Hemmick, are noted as ill or recently buried. Carpenters prepare college building for winter term occupancy.

Breapirk Megaddicun Mary Jas, Lowry Henry Eilert God Lowry Henry L Acm Kilart Filert P. Fisher Hemmick Wm. Hemmick

Lena News Highlights and Social Notes

Several new residences rise in Lena this season with a proposed livery stable by Miles White to improve the city. Dr. B C Drag of Rockford gave a fine lecture in Lena. Invitations issued for the marriage of Miss Linnie Smith and Mr J Al Rite at J F B Smith’s residence. The Lenn Lifaraty society met at Hy A Rite’s residence. Geo A Hoffmal and J A Srammond visited Lena for political interests. Rev L Gates and family arrived in Lena. Dr James Sedley, noted orator, will lecture in Lena on Nov 1.

Lena Miles White B.C. Drag Rockford Chinwell Linnie Smith J. al Rite JF. B. Smith Lenn Lifaraty Hy. A. Rite Geo. A. Hoffmal J. A. Srammond Tena Chas, Ormamvingss Hts Dakota Rev. L. Gates James Sedley Isamorist Sil

Local News And Notices From Nearby Station

A fragmented report notes attendees at a Cancel tri event in Gregon. Typhoid fever concerns arise in Glu Ehuky. A wedding is planned soon. A young man seeks someone to ride a sender for mining schemes. George Houknuu sells his prize to Guorg. Treckiman plans to move to Buen Vista for interests there. George Thins Tia sells his farm to John Fass. Auglyinsley plans to leave for Tawa. John Renhoat suffers a severe gashed head. Gurborivk and wife are visiting Whiteside County briefly.

Tes Frerport Gregon Glu Ehuky Thintal George Houknuu Guorg Treckiman Buen Vista Indy George John Fass Auglyinsley Tawa Ebetr John Renhoat Eita

Unclear text excerpt yields limited context

Fragmentary OCR note reports a local meeting led by a representative from Minnesota farmers group in Pecatoniga. It mentions positive reception of an effort by an official and references a later event with discussions and expectations.

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