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Newspaper
Freeport Weekly Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1865
Page
1
Gov Yates spoke in Jackson, declaring support for recognizing no rebel state by Congress unless its constitution guarantees universal emancipation and suffrage. The article endorses Pick, affirming he will not betray his constituents on these issues.
In Kentucky the friends of the ratification of the slavery abolition Constitutional amendment organize for a vigorous contest. An address signed by editors of four Louisville daily papers calls for vigorous action to elect a pro ratification majority in the next Legislature. The Journal supports the amendment and the election is set for August 7. We hope the Emancipation party will triumph.
The article notes a surge of tornadoes and severe storms across Minnesota Wisconsin Michigan Iowa Illinois and eastern states. It mentions widespread destruction and a recent rise in thunder and lightning after a dry early summer. It also suggests insurance companies will benefit from increased tornado coverage.
Gen Logan in Lafayette Indiana declared he favored hanging Jeff Davis Breckinridge Benjamin and every rebel cabinet member who resigned to join the rebellion He received a warm welcome at Centralia on his route to Louisville with music cannon and cheers The Centralia Sentinel notes his shift from Democrat to abolitionist and his readiness to see Davis hanged
Albany Journal argues President Johnson’s Southern upbringing makes him best suited to lead postwar reconstruction. He would favor popular liberty, curb the landed aristocracy, and choose agents who love the Union and protect both white and Black masses. He would oppose northern and southern adventurers seeking power.
The text argues the importance of reinstating free speech and discussion in the South, condemning past slaveholder control over opinion. It warns that continuing suppression would worsen divisions, noting that Northern men were pushed into self-censorship in the free states versus the South. The piece stresses swift restoration of open discourse.
The 74th Regiment arrived in Chicago on the 14th and was paid off and mustered out. Company I, from this county, returned to their homes after a three year service with heavy losses at Kenesaw Mountain and other battles. The unit’s exploits at Mission Ridge and Perryville are noted, with many wounded and commemorations of fallen officers. A large reception at Davis honored the veterans, featuring speeches praising their sacrifice and loyalty to the Union.
A dated discussion on President Johnson and the Union party stance on reconstruction. It quotes Senator Sherman praising Johnson’s wartime services, endorses steady policy amidst grave questions, and notes Ohio and Iowa conventions pledging loyalty to the administration and urging unity to restore peace and civil order in seceded states. The piece frames Johnson as experimental but consistent with Union goals and warns opponents to wait and unify.
The piece urges free speech with restraint and unity among supporters of national progress for rights and prosperity. It stresses walking warily to avoid backlash, urging frank, earnest debate, but warns to stand shoulder to shoulder when action time arrives to safeguard gains for the country and rights movements. The Chicago Journal is cited as endorsing these views.
The 93d Illinois Infantry returns home after serving since October 1862. Listed are origin counties Bureau Stephenson White Side Rock Island and details of muster and campaigns under Grant on the Tennessee river Mississippi and Yazoo expeditions. The unit now numbers about 250 men and 28 officers with remnant companies G and D to report in Chicago.
The 93d Illinois Regiment served from Vicksburg through Missionary Ridge and Allatoona, suffering heavy losses and marching more than 6,000 miles. After the war they were mustered out at Louisville and await final pay. The roster lists officers and company captains, noting Colonel Holden Putnam was killed at Missionary Ridge.
A Civil War era letter from 26th Regiment troops at Louisville describes camps on high ground overlooking the Ohio River and downtown Louisville. Soldiers lament delays, longing for home, and bitterness toward government while veterans labor to finish the war. they note 984 men departed for home and express fear of a difficult summer if kept in service. The note closes with Fourth of July wishes and indicates the paper was captured at Columbus, Ohio, before burning.
The article urges every taxpayer to file sworn returns even if income is under the exemption limit. It notes the assessor cannot know earnings without a return and explains penalties for fraud or errors. Honesty is best in revenue matters, as penalties and possible criminal charges may follow false or fraudulent filings.
The Albany Journal notes President Johnson has not issued a clear policy on negro suffrage, while a Georgia politician presses reorganization talks. Johnson questions whether urging the North to back voting rights is manly, urging caution on how public opinion may shape policy. The piece cites Southern Unionist tensions and the broader shift in new territories. It ends praising ready-made medicines from Dr. Ayer and endorsing such advertisements as useful reader information.
The ad touts Coe's Cough Balsam as a universal remedy for coughs colds and lung ailments. It cites 800000 bottles sold since 1863 and a $100 reward offer for a quicker cure that remains unclaimed. Endorsed by major Chicago druggists and offered at 40 cents.
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