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Newspaper

Freeport Weekly Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1865

Page

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Local government actions and tax levy approved

On motion of AJ Niles the bill of the town of Loran for 75 cents was allowed. On motion of Fuller the bill for potatoes was tabled. On motion of K Fisher the Stephenson County Supervisors levy a three percent special tax on all taxable property for Volunteer Bounty for 1868.

D Bellman Robert Little J Gable AG Temenway J Niles AG Hemenway Bolander F Baker F Bollander BT Ruckiey Jas Dfullarkey Compton AJ Niles Zortman ET Perry Robert Wattle Bounty Fund Committee Roby Michael Mathews JH Wickwire Loran Patina Nolan Fairbairne K Fisher Board of Supervieers Stephenson County Gatlif W P Naramore F Hollander DO Orier AJ Nilde Freeport TC Gatti Florence

Democratic opposition praised by soldiers' memories

Nonspecific political critique recalls past editorials in the Bulletin labeling the war as abolitionist, condemns copperhead democracy, and accuses them of treacherous behavior toward Union soldiers. It warns old Stephenson County soldiers not to be misled by current Democratic rhetoric.

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Democratic fuglemen push bogus soldiers ticket in county

A partisan screed denounces the county Democratic leaders for backing a so called soldiers ticket to underm ine Union support. It attacks the Chicago platform and copperhead sympathy while naming Capt John M Scherwer and Dr David C. Grier as failed nominees and questions their military service and fitness for County Judge.

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One Necessity of Unity in War Time Politics

The author argues rebels and their sympathisers sought to split the Union, blaming radicals and conservatives. Democratic leaders nominate figures as stalking horses, claiming a loyal people must unite under a stronger organization to preserve freedom and victory. The piece lauds Republican discipline and warns against dissension undermining the Union cause.

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Johnsonism and party unity in postwar America

The piece defends Andrew Johnson and the Republican Party, praising his loyalty and role in Reconstruction. It argues Johnson stands with Unionists, rejects treason, and urges Republicans to stay united, supporting free institutions and a strong nation. It cites cautious policy on negro suffrage and reconstruction as an ongoing practical experiment.

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Touring scenic Virginia with Farwell and John Brown relics

A Charlottesville to Harper's Ferry excursion notes Jefferson's Rock and the Shenandoah Potomac confluence. The train passages, coal mines at Piedmont, and Oakland gum fish banter share views of Civil War echoes, ancient churches and a growing resort town while reporting federal receipts, elections, and assorted 1885 curios.

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Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road Promotes Scenic Hunt Retreat

A traveler recalls choosing the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad for an easy trip to a hunting headquarters with the Menach Broadwningy family and a famed hunter who died aged eighty two. The life of the hunter boasts nineteen hundred predators, three hundred bears, and fifty authorities, with an introduction by Francis P Blair Sen praising his character. The narrative ends with a note on the pleasant scenery and amenities.

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Public reply to Committee of Fine Arts critique

P W Cram defends the Committee of Fine Arts in Freeport addressing alleged incompetence. He rejects accusations that oils and water colors were mishandled and asserts decisions were based on article merits with no envy. He invites the author to take the post if he can do better, dated October 7, 1805.

Tine Arts P. W. Cram Freeport

Coes Ghugh Balsam Praised as Cough Remedy

The notice extols Coe's Ghugh Balsam as a superior remedial agent for coughs colds croup influenza hoarseness and chest soreness. It claims no prior preparation matches its safety and speed of care though it notes limited regional knowledge beyond the west.

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Cough Balm Ends Long Disease Claims in 1808 Notice

Advertises a cough balm sold in fall 1808 by Messrs O G Onank and Co of Nowavail. Claims immense popularity and quick cures for long and throat affections. Offers $100 reward for proof of cure, with endorsements from Chicago druggists and Northwest wholesalers. Price listed as 50 cents.

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Manon Mira cabinet dorwanri styles catalog offer

Ad text offers thirty five gold or silver medals and other first premiums awarded. Illustrated catalogen free. Address Mason & Hamlin Boston, Mason Brothers New York. Adapts to adored secular music. Prices shown as eight to eight hundred dollars.

Manon Mira Mason & Hamlin Boston Mason Brothers New York

Gentlemen’s Fever Remedy Promoted by J C Ayer Co

Ayer’s Sarsaparilla claims to cure intermittent fever and bilious ailments like China fever with no deleterious substances. The ad touts safety, no quinism, and broad availability through Einmert & Burrell in Freeport and other druggists, urging soldiers and the west to try it.

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