New Canal Survey Details Plans for Hennepin to Watertown
The Rock Island Union reports on a canal extension from Hennepin on the Illinois River to Watertown on the Mississippi, measuring 65 miles with 19 locks, 200 feet total rise, and a feeder from Dixon to Shefield. It outlines two projected canals a ship canal 160 feet wide and deep and a commercial canal 60 feet wide and eight feet deep, with construction timelines and route along the Chicago Hoth Island and Pacific railroad line.
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Chiveago
Hoth Island ‘& Pacific
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Pond Creek Station
Rock Island
Legislature’s stationery scandal triggers constitutional clash
A July report exposes alleged waste in state lawmaking, criticizing lawmakers for padding salaries with stationery allowances. The piece notes talk of a $9100 misused sum and a broader push to curb what the authors call the “Stationery Department,” with a pivotal vote 00 to 78.
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Chicago Tribune
Ray
Ihugie
Weston
Mobille
Xoise
Dieta
J.C. Allen
Jonee
Reinhartt
Lytheas
Canal revenues and improvements tied to Illinois River project
The 1870 financial and progress report details a dividend of five percent on registered bonds, receipts near 435 thousand, and about 60 thousand in gold premium. It notes the Illinois canal's limited navigation due to low water, ongoing river improvements from Peoria to the Mississippi, and expected receipts for 1871.
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Michigan
Met Board
Willian Gooding
Belug
Bois
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Teftémouth
Missisippi
Comnlico
Wrdng
Hacks
Congree
Peoria
Lmpols
Legislature Highlights and Union Dog Collar Legislation
The legislature considers a department aid for teaching drawing and plain sewing, a bill on land surveying lines, and a proposal allowing all women to hold offices if aged 81 with bonds. A Chicago Tribune note outlines a dog collar law with penalties, while a French inventor claims a 1st century war weapon. Also mentions petitions for smaller feeder notes and larger circulation.
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Crawford
Hampton
Murveya
Flagg
L. D. Whiting
Bupean
Chikeago Tribune
DHE
Clark
Political letters from Jacksonville and state politics unrest
The writer reports on Democratic and Republican tensions before an election, with speeches by Roberts Casey of Alexandria and Morrison, and remarks on tariffs, political tactics, and a governor’s views. A note on temperance and public affairs follows, including references to Governor Palmer, Haines of Lake, and the presiding figures in state government.
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Woldieg
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Nowhart
England
bin Andi
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Ingersoll
Illinois
United States Judicial District
Weich
Fragmented historical notice covers trials and politics
The text records a chaotic mixture of legal cases, political commentary, religious anecdotes, and social incidents from a past era. It mentions trials, resignations, and representations, along with scattered notes on literacy, religion, and local events. It reads as a collage of court actions, sermons, and public concerns.
Toutotter's Stomach Bitters Endorsed by Many Readers
The article extols Toutotter's Stomach Bitters as a health elixir believed to aid digestion and general debility. It cites widespread consumer confidence, testimonials across ages and regions, and credits C. Hyndshaw as sole agent for distribution in the local area.
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