Morton Opposes Indiana Ratification of Fifteenth Amendment
The speech argues that Congress cannot compel state ratification and that Indiana's resolution declaring the Fifteenth Amendment void rests on the claim that ratifications from Virginia Mississippi Texas and Georgia were coerced. It critiques the Democratic stance and outlines the constitutional guarantees sought to restore rebel states to representation only under safeguarded terms.
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United States
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Legisature
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Atis
Democratic Party
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Threu-Tourth
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Department of State
Huwapaupere
Ube
St. Judhendenkar
Debate on Fifteenth Amendment and Sec State Powers
A lengthy Senate discussion centers on the ratification of the Fifteenth Amendment, executive authority of the Secretary of State, and the political and legal implications. Morton, Casserly, and others argue over quorum, ratification validity, and the Democratic party’s stance on Reconstruction and civil rights. The speech condemns nullification and defends the amendments as vital to Union peace.
Village incorporation vote in Davis under local affairs
Je Davis votes to incorporate as a village while Jar Volony plans land takings west of Davis under the homestead law. Volo also pursues similar actions, indicating regional efforts to organize municipalities and homestead settlements.
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Je~ Davis
Volony
Davis
Volo
Lyceum Debate Adjourned With March 4 Question
The Lyceum meets after adjournment with J Warner opening the affirmative and O P McCool the negative. The decision favors the affirmative. A discussion on Saturday March 4 asks if US action in settling the Alabama claims is disgraceful. FP Reed Jr leads the affirmative and A Williams the negative. Winslow will deliver an oration. Attendance invited. under fifteens barred unless with parents, enforced by the President J L Waney, Bee.
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Lyceum
J. Warner
O. P. McCool
United States
Alabama
A. Reed, Jr
A. Willams
Winslow
Zouave Banner Presentation at Wilcox Opera House
In a late column fall report the city residents attended a Zouave banner presentation at Wilcox Opera House last Wednesday evening, highlighting community activities in Freeport.
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Freeport
Wilcoxon Opera House
Public Lyceum Debate On Intemperance At High School
There will be a public debate in the high school lyceum room on Wednesday evening, March 8. The subject asks if intemperance has caused more misery than war. Affirmative team: Cyrus Kryder, Chas Bliss, Win Hunt, Jas Carey, and others. Negative team: Moyd Mynard, Jno Waylor, Wan Thompson, Wm Swanzey, with Frank Miller as critic. Rhetorical exercises and music to follow.
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Lyceum
Cyrus Kryder
Chas
Bliss
Win
Hunt
Jas
Carey
Moyd Mynard
Jno
Waylor
Wan
Thompson
Swanzey
Frank Miller
Danny
Sely
Professor Rogers to Lecture on Scientific Ecology
Prof H G Rogers will lecture Wednesday evening March 1 at the old Presbyterian church Freeport on Scientific Ecology. Rogers formerly served under M Van Auren and General Larrison as Charge D Affaires of the United States to Sardinia Italy.
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Old Presbyterian Church
Freeport
Rogers
M. van Auren
General Larrison
United States
Sardinia
Italy
New Melodeon for Sale by Bancock and Lee Freeport
A new Melodeon is offered for sale on a long-term basis at a low price. Listed by I A Bancock and M J Lee in Freeport.
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I. A. Bancock
M. J. Lee
Freeport
Tamberling Curtain Fixture Promoted for Local Manufacture
A local advertisement touts Tamberling’s Self-Adjusting Curtain Fixture as simple and adjustable for any curtain at low cost. Col Tamberling, a LeVoy resident, urges opening a city factory. The item is shown at multiple city offices and stores including Buckman Insurance and Staver & Snyder, with notable names listed in the notice.
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Levoy
S. C. Buckman
Staver & Snyder's
Capt. Dunham
Db. A. McMillin
Galena Street
Strictly Reliable Insurance Offered by Porter and Wright
Strictly Reliable Insurance can be effected on your property upon application at the Agency of Messrs Porter and Wright who are agents for sound United States companies including North American of New York. Do not fail to have them write you up a policy in this company OS.
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Messrs. Porter & Wright
United States
North American
New York
Seward-China Tea Vendor Offers Best and Cheapest Teas
Wm H Seward in China secured the valuable services of the ex Secretary of State to purchase leases for him and is now prepared to furnish the city and surrounding country with the best and cheapest tea ever offered in this market.
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China
Boarding House at Opera House rear kept by Mrs Waite
Advertises a boarding house in the rear of the Opera House run by Mrs J C Waite for about five more gentlemen. Terms reasonable. A good room for four gentlemen and Indy. Describes pleasant boarding with careful table provisions and best market offerings.
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J. C. Waite
Indy
Groceries and Provisions at Cronkrite Store
Fresh groceries and provisions always available at I. Tu. Cronkrite on Stephenson Street next to Stephenson County Bank. Goods delivered throughout the city with no extra charge. All items guaranteed to meet recommendations at fair low prices.
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I. Tu. Cronkrite
Stephenson -Street
Stephenson’ County Bank
American Base Burner described as premier soul stove
The notice touts the American Base Burner as the only first class soul stove with all qualities expected of a desirable model. Demand is rising and the seller notes ongoing interest, urging buyers to act quickly.
The Success of Weld in Photography Studio
The Success of Weld credits his vast experience in the art of photography. He thoroughly understands it and is able to take pictures of unrivalled fortune and finish. He offers all sizes and styles, defies competition in quality, and keeps prices as low as the lowest at Stephen on street corner of Exchance up stairs.
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Thorougly
Stephenon Street
Taxidermist offers instruction in bird mounting at home
John R. Wagner, a local taxidermist, plans to start a class for learners. Sessions are Tuesday and Thursday evenings at his Carroll Street residence, where he will display stuffed birds and set reasonable terms. Interested parties may visit J B Delhavens Grocery or Nott Babcock’s Drug Store for details.
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John R. Wagner
Carroll Street
J.B. Delhavens Crocary
Nott & Babcock’s Dray
Stephenson &T
Nh-Tt
Northern Pacific 7-30 Gold Loan Bonds Offered at Par
Advertises Northern Pacific Railroad Company 7-30 gold bonds secured by first mortgages on road and land grant. Details include denominations, interest 7.3%, term 30 years, payable in gold, tax-exempt, and redemption features with land exchange value. Advises buyers to contact banks or agents, cites trustees Jay Cooke and J Hogar Thompson, and notes conversion from US 9-20s to raise income.
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Messrs
Jay Cooke
Philadelphia
J. Hogar Thompson
Pennsylvania Central Ruilroad Company
Northern Pacific
Kirst National Bank
Freeport
Ill
Second National Bank
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