County Fair Convention Call for Fitters and Publishers
The committee to choose day and place for the Falhorial Convention announces the gathering of Fitters and Publishers of Int. mole in Freeport. It will be held at Goxckaetart in Predport on Wednesday Sept 7 at 3 PM. Auditors and publishers in the state are invited to attend and assist in forming a permanent association.
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Gleenhers
Tooty
Stephenton
Florence
Silver Creek
Bulkley
Sliver Creek
Crane's
Ailecas Alphed
A. Mott
Moore & Dakin
Freeport
Brephengen County
Deglera
Duponco
Matt
J. Duponco
Emancipation Shifts Sentiment in Missouri Speech Sketch
A column previews Frank Blair's speech in St. Joseph Missouri. The remarks argue that emancipation is advancing in Missouri and that the state will become free within a few years. The piece emphasizes the audience’s reception as proof of changing sentiment.
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Frank Blair
St. Joseph
Missouri
Pennsylvania 1849 Democratic Platform On Slavery
The text recalls a 1849 Pennsylvania Democratic platform affirming slavery as a domestic local institution under state law and denying federal power to extend bondage beyond state limits. It contrasts this with Douglas era positions and questions party alignment, noting the platform’s stance on slavery within territorial expansion.
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Democratic Party
Pennsylvania
Douglas
South
Wise Letter Sparks Debate Over Charleston Convention
The piece critiques a recent Wise letter urging support amid Douglas and Seward run, mocking its wisdom and noting Albany Regency publicity. It contrasts Wise’s stance with Republican ideals and cites distrust in Popular Sovereignty while touching on slavery trade, Kansas politics, and a Chicago singer.
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Douglas
Buchanan
Charleston
Wise
New York
Seward
Theda
Albany
Train wreck near Albling Nebraska kills many and draws censure
A Northern Railroad express from Albling to Wee Wholly crashes when a trestle over a creek fails. Several lives are lost and injuries reported. The jury’s verdict condemns the company’s safety neglect. The piece also notes a Chicago baggage master’s suicide over garnish expenses and criticizes creditors’ harsh actions.
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Northern Railroad
Albling
Odyler
N. V
Conteal
Albisbany
Mra. Cooler
Charles Plimpton
Charles Nethelon
David Russell
Patrick Ome
Dennis Cahill
Ma. T. A Wright
Albany
Foto
Chicago Charitable Eye and Ear Infirmary Annual Report
The first annual report details free treatment for curable blindness and deafness. In the past year 1165 patients received care, restoring many to work and family life. The institution is open daily from 1 to 2 o clock for gratis services. Walter Newberry serves as president and Samuel Stone as secretary of the board.
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Chicago
Walter
Newberry
Samuel Stone
Prairie Land and Emigration Company planned in London
The Chicago Journal notes steps to form the Prairie Land and Emigration Company with £500,000 capital to acquire lands in Illinois. A conditional sale of 250,000 acres from Illinois Central Railroad is reported, claiming future independence from the railroad and direct freehold tenure, likened to Canady Land Company’s success. Racine Journal reports city grain warehouses total 763,000 bushels storage capacity with steam elevators and rail link, anticipating growth with the railroad to Vreport.
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Great Lawn
The
Chicago Journal
London
Illinois
Prairie Land and Emigration Company
Tllinois Central Railroad Company
Ilinois Central Railroad
Canady Land Company
Racine Journal
Vreoport
What Does it Mean Phelps of the Burlington Gazette
A reader recalls Phelps of the Burlington Gazette asserting complete mosquito protection by sleeping beside a pretty woman. The piece notes his absence and his wife’s remark that he was not troubled by mosquitoes while away, implying a suspicious circumstance.
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Phelps
The
Burlington Gazette
the Gazette
Bank fraud halted by state commissioners action
Mudule journal notes Tue Weare Bank faced probe as state commissioners report the bank in disreputable hands. Measures were promptly taken to secure currency and protect bill holders, preventing a large fraud.
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Tue Weare Bank
Hodge
Journal of Mudule
N. UH
Fraud on Wall Street Bonds Reported in Judge's Journal
August 1 entry in the Judge's Journal of Finance details a major fraud by Wall Street actors who bought 100000 dollars of Tyrone and Lock Haven Road Bonds with money from a bogus Southern Bank of Quergia. A State resident Schenck is jailed for the scheme. Bloomington Daily Argus editor McCracken, formerly of Pun tagraph, criticized in editorial jibe. A Dunleath Advertiser item notes ripe tomatoes received from Wamgtoos grown in Dunlelth this season.
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Guano Scinprp
Judge's Journal of Finance
Wall St
Tyrone & Lock Haven Rt
Southern Bank of
Quergia
Schenck
Jenny Lind Goltlahmidt to give a Se ries of concerts In Trélatd soon
A scatter of items from a period newspaper notes Jenny Lind Goltlahmidt planning a series of concerts in Trélatd, chefs Sumner returning to America in November, preparations for war in Buétien Aytes, and various political and local developments including wartime sentiment and economic shifts.
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Jenny Lind Goltlahmidt
Trélatd
Chefs Sumner
Americat
Buétien
Pike’s Peak
Florida
Margaret Fuller
Margaret Fuller Casoli
Massachusetts
Tennessee
Congress
Kate May
Mississippi
St. Louis
Prof. Wise
Erie Railroad
Kansas
Boston Courier
Prof
Felton
Cambridge
Kossuth
Switzerland
Woodstock Democrat
Farmers and Mechanics’ Club
Winnebago Co
Centralia
Canadas
U. S
St. Paul
John Mitchell
Alabama
Citizen
Ireland
Taos. L.harnis
Tly
Louis Napoleon
Importane News From Europe Plans for Italian Confederation
The Nova Scotian reports Count Walewski proposes a seven state Italian Confederation with a rotating presidency between the Pope and Sardinia Naples and Sardinia. Strong garrisons at Mantua Garza Piacenza. Votes split among Parmagne Modena Pope Tuscany Sardinia Naples. Zurich talks unclear Napoleon may visit London. French fleet sails Piacenza as troops begin to depart Italy.
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Nova
Paris
Napoleon
London
London Daily News
Piacenza
Italy
Gold and silver mines found in Washoe Valley report
The overland mail notes new gold and silver mines in Washoe Valley with promising yields. Victoria arrivals bring upwards of $18,000 in gold and 500 passengers. Victoria Gazette cites a year yield of $3,000,000. Oregon advices report Logan elected to Congress by 20 to 30 majority. Salt Lake reports a counterfeit government checks ring led by Brewer and an engraver seized. Wallace Greeley arrives in Salt Lake City amid other travels and social anecdotes. Church development noted as a German Reformed Church being built in Paradise. Oregon meeting called August 27 to organize a Musical Association for Vocals and Instruments.
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Overland Mail
Washoe Valley
Victoria
Frazer River
Victoria Gazette
Oregon
Logan
Congress
Salt Lake
Brewer
Camp Florida
Sub-Treasury
St. Louis
Col
Crossman
Sault Lake City
Wwolace Greeley
Salt Lake City
Deaf mutes school opens October fifth at Illinois institution
The институт announces classes begin on Wednesday October fifth and urges prompt arrival to avoid disadvantages. It notes provisions for clothing, lodging, and travel for deaf mutes, with state support for needy students and assignments for guardians to inform officials of residences. Principal P. G. Ginter addresses the matter, urging attendance and informing readers to notify about deaf mute residences.
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Board of Trustees
Mate
More
P. G. Ginter
Tlmnois
Plain Talk About the Admen Nerration and More
A collage of 19th century notes reports Minnesota Republicans denouncing national policy, court politics, and currency issues alongside local notices. It covers farm profits from Newark, bridge improvements at Pecatonica, rye yields in Buffalo Valley, and a 26 percent raise for Chicago police salaries amid party tensions.
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Ee SaLadies
Chicago
Blair at St. Joseph Denounces Democracy in Free State Fight
In St. Joseph a July 16 speech by Mr. Blair defending Free State principles stirred pro and anti-slavery factions. He assails Democratic leaders, accuses the administration of waste and proslavery bias, and argues for free white labor and western homesteading to curb slavery’s expansion. The crowd clashed briefly before the meeting ended.
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Jackson
Calhoun
Jefferson
Moros
Washington
Pierce
Congress
Douglad
Lerritory
Sravery
Douglas
Republican Party
Democracy
Toombs
Georgia
Old Buck
Lecompton
United States Bank
United States
Missouri
Cracchi
Gracchi
Bne
St. Joseph
St. Joseph’s
St. Louis
Europe
Blair
Thompson
State Fair preparations loom large in Illinois
On return from Freeport William bk Dunlap reports preparations for the biggest State Fair ever in the state are advancing rapidly. He says prospects are brighter for a great gathering and Illinois will look after its interests this fall. A Rockford News item notes John P Manny's new binder tested on Tegch’s farm and declared a perfect success by observers.
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WM. Bk
Dunlap
Freeport
Illinois
Pratzle Fummer
Rockford
John P. Manny
Mr. Tegch
Embankment dispute sparks crosspaper rebuttal
A volley of letters in Belvedere era papers contests claims of an embankment on Galena Road. The Vecatonica Independent and Rockford Republicans dispute the condition and safety, with warnings of railroad liability if accidents occur. Fire loss reported at Joliet church and parsonage. damages estimated at ten to fifteen thousand dollars.
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Vecatonica Independent
tha.Galena
Rockford Republicann
Mb. Onaarés
Kutter
Freeport Journal
Just State
Journal
Hiliot
Eliot
Galena Railroad Company
Pecatonica Independent
Kankakee Gazelle
Joliet
Grain and Wheat Grades Updated by Chicago Board of Trade
The Chicago Board of Trade adopts new grade standards for Spring Wheat weighing 40 to 68 pounds and reclassifies No 4 Spring Wheat. The old Club grade is abolished and weights 56 kg and up are Now 1 Spring Wheat. Related prices and provisions are listed, including butter, sugar, coffee, ham, apples, and potatoes, with market figures across groceries and groceries.
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Chicago Board of Trade
Darley
Neds Thane
Ieere
Buiter
Choioe
Hama
Sean Hn
Kennedy's Medical Discovery for a Family Humor Cure
Senorina disease is described as a hereditary malady spreading through generations. The notice claims Kennedy's Medical Discovery has cured many stubborn cases over twelve years and urges readers to use it and recommend it to others in need.
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Mertick
Herrick
Pitts
Nerrick
Emmert & Burrell, Moore
pAgy Agen
Palmxa
Brovinen
Joe
Preto
Rvs
Ernie Everett
Sll
Senorina
Kennedy
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Goon Democracy
Sree
Dunteith
Leoresae
Uder
Day Bocasuau & Co
J*douglas
Louisiana
Bay
Igst
Chicago Times
Kungay Haw
Mary McVicker
McVick
Squires
Oxpway
Boston
Rome
BE. L. Griffiths
Ilinois Central R. R. Co
Griffiths
Shylock
Bloomington
Daily Argus
WK. McCracken
Puntagraph
Argus
Dingle
Kure Tovatoes
Paul
Dunteih
Importane OE
California
Cartney
Sterling Guaele
Pacific Railroad
Jeferon City
Runses
Miltonian
Paradise
Siltonian
Ogle County
Gener
Reap
Eprrontar
Croly
Rockford News
Sickles
Pueurg
Dati Mra
Chiat
France
Minnesota
Republic
Minnegota
Paovipapee Parsiwo
J. J. Mapes
Newark
Pecatonica
Gaxar Yreto
Lewsburg
Saml
Ewing
Buffaloe Valley
Buffalo
Elwood
Rennas
SPREC
F. FE Reall
Tit
Nerel
S& Democratic
Democratic Congress
Mexico
Feonetty
Floyd
Willet
Toucey
Free State Party
North
West
Cape Fear
Savannah
Pacific
San Francisco
Papulance
Votco
Pike's Peak
Slave States
Free States
Inois
Lowa
Kangas
Free State
Arkan
Dred Scott
Hanyana
Harvard
Fond du Lac
St Paul
Judge Ayre
Messia, Dunlap, Johnson & Page
Kenosha Road
Rookford Register
Calena RE. R
Strouck
Lewisburg
Wm. Low
Laporte
Sylvester
Low
Pantagraph
Matteson
Mattegon
Booth
M. Booth
Milwaukee
Caroline
Jennie
Dubuque
Gridiey
Cartons
Rakes
Hich
Aef
Hettick
Merrick
Janes Clarke
Sir J Clarke
M.D
Vlan
Iran
Canada
MOBEL
J. C. Baldwin & Co
Rochester
N. B
Emmert & Barre
Freeport Market
JP Eicr
Maria Cay
Christian
Wal
Mt. Carroll Seminary
Mt. Carrell
Caroll TiUts
F. W. Shimer & Error Toe
David Hent
Galong
Jacob Waleey, de
Vay
Heileen
Mrcult Court
Atapheyaga
Winola
Edward Kimball
John
Beche
Oneco
Stephenson County
John D. Beebe
Pat GU
Winula
Fayos
Oyrag
McCorslhs
Join ‘Bortzfeld
John F Maye
Range Veven
P. Mala ‘ Son
Alinely
Swentyeallt
Davis
Stepheat
Viola
Ja Wright
J . A. Davis
Jubgil
J. Y
Snutuer
Mes. Whitslow
Lowe
Dhe
Pia
Aovert Wy
Mary
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