Illinois Central Railroad Tax Debate Sparks Statewide ire
A fragmented editorial argues the Illinois Central Railroad tax favors the firm, presses for equal taxation with other lines, and claims the state must remove special privileges granted to the carrier. It warns against enforcing higher levies on farmers and stresses the tax should reflect proportional local burdens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois Central
Ata
Hid Epecial
Novalon
xeraGan
Railrasd
Unis
Slyich
Amoych
Reuiael
Shathiv Etvenuo
Thia
Mather
Hon J Q Bayne Mentioned In Local Republican Notes
A fragmentary report notes Hon J Q Bayne from Woodford delivering a speech and being favorably mentioned in a local paper. It describes Bayne as Christian and active in the Presbyterian defense, with broader commentary on politics, leadership, and recent remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Q. Bayne
Weealford
Bayne
JQ Bayne
Otter
Almcurt
Mons
Bay
Boyd
Wassborn
Woodford
Thy
Tris Raursieg
Republican
Po Efique
Monn
New Counties and Tax Debates Stirred by Convention
A sprawling discussion outlines proposed county divisions and governance changes. It notes limits on creating new counties, voter referendums, and shifting county seats. It also critiques legislative spending on stationery and committee rooms, urging restraint and accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thibatat
Ygondas Ries
Isrge
Coun Lea Tor
Auch Country
Jyithoutan
Thaaughton
Beeigesa Oy
Chaltere
Leeuw Ret
Ps Bergnafter
Cotfheon
Duch
Gousty
General Assembly
Biografia of P T Barnum and His Autobiography
A long account discusses P T Barnum and his life, noting the appeal of his autobiography and the value of his works in business and entertainment. It highlights Barnum's triumphs, the breadth of his audience, and the significance of his "Art of Money Getting" lecture as part of his enduring fame.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strucoles
Togo
P. Z
Barnum
Ulus- Sage Tea
Marford, Cogn
B. Much & Co
Baossum
Allagell
Baroutn
Burnum
Nevada mining talk draws Pekin audience at Presbyterian church
A lawyer and citizen named Brenney from Henry visits Pekin and shares insights on Nevada mining. He spoke at the Presbyterian church about mining life and prospects, delivering a clever and engaging talk that entertained local listeners. The Peoria National Democrat cuts subscription rates while noting Ottawa's artesian wells and upcoming bore activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brenney
Henry
Nevada
Pekin
Presbyterian Church
Unequal Representation In Congress And Local Contests
Unequal representation discussed in a Princeton Republican report noting per district vote counts and a Patterson 80 mile walking event won by Carl Tdaff and Parker. The piece covers audience turnout, receipts from the event, and lingering questions about political fairness and sensationalism in local politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Princeton
Tyo Gh
Carl Tdaff
Bunt Parker
Patterson
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the Constitutional Convention
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Walt
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Dice
Shin
Nthio
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Greesnee
Peoria National Democrat
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Balter
Ottawa
Artesian
Congress
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Pee Lee Lee
Tatrict
Wong
Tee Pisco
Peru Herald
Peru
Dapp
Purgatory
la Salle Press
Thexo
Hinnis River
Naplea
Ilinois
Trantee
Potoda & Wabash Railroad
Wannibal
Missouri
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Bura
Jan Corbason
Qadim
Jo Whitefield
Loon
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Theo Borer
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Illia
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Gonisee
United States
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