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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1870
Page
2
A Republican letter debates the proposed interregional railroad article, arguing against private stock control and urging county participation. It references the Alliance Chronicle and calls for scrutiny of corporate appendage clauses, warning of reduced rural access and increased private domination.
The piece questions open influence in government appointments tied to re election pledges for Ingersoll. It accuses supporters of office to curry favor and predicts rewards for opponents if Henderson is elected. It warns of pendulum shifts and post office patronage.
A Democratic paper criticizes opponents of the 15th amendment and condemns delaying action. It argues the constitution cannot protect Black rights without decisive legislative will and calls for immediate support despite partisan lines.
Rahfoc Hofman nominates John T Hoffman of New York for president and San Carey of Ohio for vice president. The incentive cited is Hoffman's aid to Gaveda raiders at Fenian retreats and Caregy's temperance and radical reform records. The piece questions their virtues and popularity with the democracy.
A garbled Peoria Review item hints at public waste and a WTO customs issue involving Galena and a potential offer. The piece questions accountability and suggests mistrust of officials, implying an inquiry or critique without clear details.
The Lacon Lome Journal weighs the Ingersoll and Mendelson candidacies for Congress amid party tensions. It notes fan base support for Ingersoll, opposition from Mendelson allies, and calls for a clear, decisive primary outcome. The piece cites regional figures and the west’s influence in the race.
Roll call presents RClark H Vogelsang Alex Hoagland Smith ET Djso Way clerk F A Raymond marshal. R Clark presides as mayor pro tem. Ald Vogelsang moves to elect Public Improvements Commissioners Humor Barnant Yrager and Becker. City marshal to notify owners to clean sidewalks within five days. Various lands approved dating 1870. Ordinances prohibit firing cannons and fireworks within city limits without permit. fine 3 to 20 dollars. Alex Noasell to act as Chief of Fire Department. Beeker’s bill approved. Clisbea bill laid on the table.
A patchwork of items reports local and regional news. Mentions Lyman Trumbull’s documents, Vermont rail issues, a new bridge project in Illinois, and harvests in Madison and Jersey counties. Also notes fires, marriages, storms, and political quarrels with scattered anecdotes and jokes.
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