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Newspaper
Badger State
Location
Portage, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1859
Page
2
A quoted excerpt shows an official intent to pursue reformatory measures after reviewing the company’s books and papers. The speaker promises a thorough investigation into fraudulent or dishonest practices and seeks the cooperation of stockholders. The language suggests formal action and potential enforcement steps pending further findings.
A Milwaukee correspondent comments on Rep Tuspo Dabmy and a “shabby politician” in Washington. The piece discusses Democratic and Republican strength in various states, the 1840s era party movements, and a debated convention that shaped national party lines, urging support for Democratic rights and criticizing Republican influence.
A large turnout of state editors attended the Milwaukee convention held Wednesday and Tuesday. The event featured speeches, a poetry reading, and officer elections. A mass of logistics and travel, including the Fleetwood voyage to Canada, marked the gathering with focus on journalism progress and organization.
The Wisconsin land dispute centers on whether the Fox and Wisconsin River Improvement Company holds entitlement to even numbered sections within the land grant. Judge Black and the Attorney General maintain the state receives odd sections only, while the Improvement Company disputes this, citing 1946 acts and public land rules. A Albany insider, Mr Barnes, supports the company view, and further articles in Fire Democrat discuss the lands, with authorities promising clarification in coming days amid advisories to stake holders.
Reports from Cyrus Howard of Henry County describe widespread crop damage due to frost sweeping Jefferson to Monroeville. Wheat corn and garden vegetables were destroyed, with clover and fields nearby also affected. residents and farmers observe heavy losses and note the broader Ohio impact beyond local counties.
War dispatches report fluctuating Lombardy actions with Austrians retreating across the Treme and Palestro’s capture by Sardinians led by Victor Emmanuel. French and Swiss movements, naval tensions with Naples, and ongoing insurrectionary Lombard events are described with heavy casualties and renewed fighting near key towns.
A young man from New Lorh traveled to Auraria Post Office and presented forged letters, triggering authorities to act. In Revney a meeting unfolded as Teullek recounted the incident, while an elderly man cried upon learning relatives had come to retrieve him. The forgeries were later proven.
A fragment from Milance News notes a London commentary praising the United States militia. It cites a 1803 compilation showing 75,852 officers and 2,197,366 volunteers, arguing Europe could not match such a citizen force. The text mentions political moves and relocations involving figures like Loy Cook and Gov Carlfiel. The item reflects early 19th century transatlantic views on American military organization.
A retired locomotive engineer recounts a near fatal accident aboard a Lightning Express in August 1858 on the New York Central line. The engineer witnessed a child’s death between cars at high speed, detailing the shock, remorse, and a vow to live with the memory. The tale ends with reflections on danger and responsibility in rail travel.
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