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Freeport Weekly Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1856

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Debating Kansas Rule and Dunn Proposal Ends in Victory

The Kansas debate ends with Mr Dunn's substitute proposed to send two Southern lawyers to Kansas and passed by a 101 to 93 vote. Israel Washburn moved a reconsideration and the House adjourned. Speculation grows on who will investigate Kansas, with Dunn a likely pick.

Les Washington Kansas Hickman Ore Dunn Banks Messrs Dana Scott Indiana Moore Scott Warrison Ohio Barclay, Hickman and Millward Bayard Clarke Haven Edwards New York Messr Walk and Whitnay Mr. Broome John Wheeler Haver Messra Winter Davis Morrison Slarris Himphrey Marshall Zollicoffer Kenneth Israel Washburn Tom Mr. Dunn

Hickmans Proposition and Investigative Resolution

A three member committee will be appointed to investigate double voting and fraud in Kansas elections since statehood, plus any violent acts against US laws or residents. The panel may compel papers, take oaths, hold hearings anywhere, hire clerks, and seek federal military aid if opposed. Report due after completion. Also contains financial appropriation and enforcement provisions.

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Freeport Journal closing. debts to be settled soon

The undersigned sells his interest in the Freeport Journal and seeks to close the business promptly. Those owing the office for work, advertising, or subscriptions are urged to call and settle without delay. IL M. Sheet. Freeport, March 20, 1856.

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Progress of Freedom and Political Turmoil Across States

A sweeping editorial notes triumphs for liberty against slavery factions in Congress and states. It lauds the Kansas Nebraska debates and investigations into Border Ruffian frauds, credits Trumbull over Douglas in Senate discourse, and reports Barstow’s resignation and Bashford’s gubernatorial trajectory in Wisconsin, framing ongoing struggles as a fight for freedom and national integrity.

Inauguration of Free State Government in Kansas

Report on Kansas statehood events with Charles Robinson sworn in as Governor and W Y Roberts as Lieutenant Governor. Legislature organized with T A Minard Speaker. Governor delivers inaugural address opposing the President and defending the Free State movement and state constitution. He notes arrests planned by the administration and urges vigilance against treason while highlighting unity in forming the new state government.

Kcfysas Free State Charles Robinson W.Y. Roberts Livut Gov. Roberts Senate T. A. Minard Robinson Kaneus Kansas Tony Aml Ordore Dlivers Hovislatuea

New Hampshire Election Returns Show Tight Governor Race

Early NH returns indicate a close governor race with Wells at 32 977 votes to Morentio's 34 468 and 32 008 for the current governor. Senate 8 4 in opposition. Assembly 167 146. Administration faces a setback while the Legislature may determine the governor.

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Murder at Crane's Grove: John Cresson Kills Wife Margaret

The Freeport Journal reports a brutal murder at Crane's Grove near the city. John Cresson, intoxicated after celebrating Lent, beat his wife Margaret with a hickory stick, leaving her body found the next morning. Coroner’s inquest returns a verdict of death by willful and malicious blows. Crosson is jailed and facing an April Circuit Court trial. he claims he did not intend to kill her. The account notes concurrent editorial commentary on slavery and editorials from earlier years.

Inez Crane's Grove John Cresson Margaret Cresson Crosson Smith Martie Chen Wa

City Elections Shape Up For City Marshal and Mayor

The column notes interest in contests for City Marshal and Mayor with calls to keep politics out of the race. It endorses reelecting Joly A. Clark as mayor and praises his year of service and qualifications for the board and city.

Weo cMieos Joly A. Chirk Clark

German Concert by Gumman Sang Verein at Phoenis Hall

The Second Concert of the Gumman Sang Verein in this city was held at Phoenis Hall last Monday evening before a large crowd. Performances were highly satisfactory and creditable, with an excellent program well executed.

Gumman Verein Phoenis Hall Pereio Mreeport Avia Waltange

Milwaukee and Beloit Railroad Proposal Seeks Local Support

A 19th century letter from Horatio Till, president of the Milwaukee Beloit Railroad, asks townsfolk for their sentiment and aid as engineers begin surveys. The charter line runs from Savannah to Milwaukee, extending Beloit to Delavan, with pressing plans and a request for rapid replies.

Milwathko UD. Muncham Milwaukee & Beloit Railroad Corps of Engineers Savanna Mississippi Milwaukee Freeport Beloit Delivan Walt Avourly Tain Horatio Till Moh

New Year Promotion for Leading British Periodicals

The periodicals Leonard Scott & Co publish in New York include Blackwood's Magazine the North British Review Quarterly Edinburgh Reviews and others with a prospectus to be issued next week The Home Journal praises their punctual complete economical republication of premier British periodicals These works bring social enjoyment literary culture and lasting value The Leipzig Review Westminster Blackwood and others are highlighted with strong editorial voices urging subscriptions as a smart intelligent gift for the season

Leonard, Scott & Co New York Blackwood's Lowton Quarterly Edinburgh Reviews Home Journal Leonard Scott Colany Leingburg Review Worth British Review Blackwood

Faithful Fragments on German Influence and Art Promoters

A garbled report discusses German clerical wealth moving to the United States, funds for land in Europe, and a Tulsa colony in Iowa. It notes exhibitions of Aubrotypes by Boston’s Ambratypists and a Dubuque agriculturalworker periodical, with various international figures named in a chaotic chronicle.

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Gov Kerner declines to become candidate for Congress

Gov Kerner informs that he has no intention to seek the congressional seat in this district even if a special election is ordered. He thanks the sender for the interest and expresses regret at the determination while hoping circumstances may yet allow him to bow to a suitable candidate, as readers are told by the Altofi-Courier.

Gro. T. Brows Lam Congress Kairner Gov. K

Baird's Assault on Roberts Leads to Fine in Chicago

Athan T O Baird assaulted Mr. Roberts in front of the Matteson House on a Sunday afternoon. A fight ensued with no clear winner. Baird was fined 25 dollars and ordered to keep peace, others attempted to intervene but failed. The case drew attention to Baird, once seen in elite circles, tied to Gen Walker's Sonora Republic legends.

Athan T. O. Baird Roberts Mattuson AL Durian Lowe Cie Witelchase Haird Baird Walker Sonora Republic Batt Police Ofice Chivago

Taaurrection in the West IndiesesKnite sae Erce State Legislature-Cheolera

Intemperate rhetoric at Philadelphia Convention shows deep rifts over slavery with calls to deny republican ideals. Debate centers on Willmote and A Dy Donelson pledges and the American party alignment in the North and South amid vivid denunciations of slavery.

Free States West

Adjourment and speeches mark Topeka session

A Topeka dispatch notes the Meaverut reports the State Assembly will adjourn on the 15th. Gov Roberts and others spoke at a grand ball. A plan for a trip to Havre is announced for April 6 aboard the Arago. A fire at Waukegan caused about thirty thousand dollars in losses, including the Waukegan Plain Dealer office.

St. Louis Topeka Nnptiat Raya Fred State Assembly Roberts de Cader Liang Wnd Waukegan Waukegan Plain Dealer

Wisconsin governorship turmoil and New England migrants

Madison March 22 Lieut Governor McArthur presented that Gov Barstow resigns and will not serve as governor for the remainder of the term. Reported influx of New England emigrants bound for Kansas passed through the city last night. They are described as hardy and enterprising, expected to help settle and cultivate the surrounding area. Additional waves of companies are said to follow weekly. A warning about telegraph wire being compromised is noted amid hopes Kansas will attract free states’ settlers this year.

Madison McArthur Barstow New England Kansas Werth Intelligenes Ce Free States

The Aptit Number of Tie National Magazine

An 1866 issue presents a moral yet humorous periodical with engravings and essays. Contents include Scandinavian Sketches, Birds, Old Age, The Wondera of the Doep, and The Question of All Hearts Answered, plus literary notices and editorial notes.

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City Council Proceedings March 22 1846 Meeting and Appointments

Proceedings show Ald. Clark chosen as chairman, roll called, reports on bills and ward petitions, appointments for election inspectors, and a adjournment set for the next meeting. Township election notices also included with candidates for township collector and alderman.

Ald Clark Byerly Smith, Hone Ald. Byerly

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