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Newspaper
Badger State
Location
Portage, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1859
Page
2
The article discusses a heated political dispute over governor hopefuls, labeling a rival newspaper as an intruder and warning that if provoked, hostile actions would be taken. It critiques the Record's rhetoric and accuses editors of crafting misleading appeals to Republicans while recounting a separate financial dispute involving Cleveland, Cross, and railroad judgments.
The London Daily Herald reports Senator Seward travels to England and hints he will be the Republican presidential nominee. The piece notes his stance against Southern institutions and suggests potential support from both Northern and Southern factions back home. It warns Americans may view European commentary on his policies with caution.
The Detroit and Milwaukee Railway is praised as the easiest fastest and cheapest eastbound route for Wisconsin Minnesota and northern Iowa residents. Company officials deny June ticket repudiation claims and confirm tickets issued in June remain valid until used. New steamers built in Buffalo will operate between Milwaukee and Grand Canyon within weeks. The piece also notes partisan debates over Carl Schurz and Governor Randall amid Republican tensions.
The annual State Fair in Milwaukee runs five days starting Monday September 20 with entering and exhibition setup on September 26 and 27. The program includes a plowing match, Ladies Equestrian Display, trials of speed, and speeches by the fair authorities and officials. The Bank of Wisconsin reported state financials with capital, circulation, deposits, and securities as of July. The death of King Oscar of Sweden and Norway is noted as occurring on July 1 after a prolonged illness. he reigned since 1844, born in Paris in 1798.
The letter from Columbia County residents urges candidates for Governor to pledge to uphold land grant laws and railroad commitments. It argues against partisan dilution and calls for honest, lawfully carried projects that protect property values and taxpayers. It cites local wealth and opposition to corrupt practices. The piece also notes a July Fourth 1859 convicts celebration irony and reports Dodge and Jefferson county real estate totals.
A week after reports from Europe, a peace treaty between France and Austria is described, creating an Italian confederation under the Pope. Austria cedes Lombardy to France, with Naples granting to Sardinia, while Austria retains Venice, Mantua, Verona, Peschiera, and Legnago. Observers credit various powers for the accord, with mixed reactions from London papers. The peace was read in both houses on the 13th amid cheers.
The Europa arrives from Liverpool on the sixteenth amid fluctuating peace terms and market moves. Reports from Paris, Vienna, and Rome describe negotiations, resignations, and political maneuvering. Circulating rumors claim Napoleon and Austria trade pressures while public sentiment churns over unsteady treaties and expanding conflicts.
A letter from the Rocky Mountains reports prices for flour bacon and boots, and describes pay varies among miners while winter costs rise. Also mentions wool conventions at Cleveland and July dividends from New York insurers, plus promotional medical claims and certifications.
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