Nebraska and the Emigrant Westward Dream
The fragment discusses Nebraska as a future railway and emigration focus, noting routes via rivers to California, the expected growth of trade, and the desire to settle lands between the Missouri and Platte rivers. It surveys climate, soil, flora, and wildlife, predicting agricultural potential and the impact of buffalo, elk, and other fauna on travelers and settlers.
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Congress
Polirasa
Nebraska
California
Gregon Yi
New England
New York
New Jersey
Maryland
Biliaf
Saat
Jidiy
Ofebrieka
Fea
Linda
Arn
Rocky Mountains
Cersiary
Galtornet
Galtornet Haa Lam Down Tarde Wermat
Mary
Dor Glass
Otter
United States
Seni
Trew
Rais
Mexico
Nile
Ameri
Netraka
Agazaly
Kit Carson
Fremont
Moro
Marna
Laia
Wigtsie
Orbineh
Psx
Wisconsin
Exeutore
Asim Siratera
Parta
Sealathia
Richard Freeder
Martin Jeo Bnows Neeson McNet
State OF
Wrearavos County
Richael B. Veeder
Morgan L. Maria
Hhey
Jedediah Browy Notary
Portage 1834 notices mix of land deed and politics
A Portage Chronicle fragment from May 1834 mixes legal land conveyance details with local politics and editorials. It cites a Wisconsin land grant agreement, names notaries, and references a judge election alongside commentary on railroad projects and regional development. The piece mentions Groae W Catt and ongoing debates over infrastructure financing and party politics.
Vast land grants and railroad plans stir state debate
A dense, historic document outlines a government grant of 2 500 000 acres and a rail line corridor, detailing financial terms, anticipated revenue, and projected benefits to markets and farmers, while contrasting old debt with current wealth and urging broader support for land and railway development. It also includes a shipwreck tale and municipal license reforms for Portage with timelines and fees.
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Acre
Cenimi Iino
Ime
United Biatew
Ruth
Polly
Eetdera
Ina Hough
Minne
Tata
Weilth
Greatoeas
Prince
Wanda
Seaboard
Procmes
Ronsraction
Inment hia lose and faith in God bring reconciliation
A fragmentary note speaks of loss and a plea for reconciliation through faith in God. It mentions an ongoing case and suggests Seyte has provided for the comfort and happiness of those affected, reflecting a community concern and spiritual support.
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Nebriska
Maasichuscius
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Telco
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Portage
Marta
Tuch
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Peplers
PTF
Betsy
Jeotcias
Groaae W Catt
Jadem Circo
Dean ’ Nouce
Artonnl
Modiser
Portage Railroad
Malaike & V Ke Co
Janeasste Usd
Muriete
Che
Mideaure
Betas
Madison
Pravie du Chien
Madion Colossa
Winrons Valley
Guens Roy
Madison Joyraat
Jonny Lind
Aviaiay
Hotat
Helier Bia
Benten
Mdi
Ol Buliin
Elzabi
Kentucky
Echalare
Tracher
Warde
Butler
Crittenden
Moorne
Amobg
Fife
Pano
Esa
Charleston
Moerkces
Dodge
Agricul
Adam Acmee
Fara
Aixtera Milea
Niles
Rver
Nw Chamien
Wits Three
Calturnia
Honcon
la Crosse
Milwaukee
Horcon
Wrowina
Elie
Eberhard al
Aretas Union
Elinacus
Marsey Burchard
Facyeour
Hirvey Birchand
Walelonge
Clarion
Hobbs
Matt’ Leery
Habbe Pip
Reacur Vt
Commers Lancas Tea
Bt. Joseph County
Vachs
Deleeve
Wraalington
Jenehuge
Barnegat
Egg Harbor
Vince
Satwu
Mayera
Metor Goda
Thor
Mayers
Meyers
Seuss
Aalore
le Wether & Carnen
Gian
Miles Comberdows
T.J Gus
Drstu
Hos
Jas. Davis
Joe. Davey
Yaare
A. B. Bacuter
Gow Minser Choseits
Coleagas
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Matoe’s
Ornea
Meader
Comnor Conseil
Masar
Perio
Lequore Ebal
Buloaga
Cireserias
Asuch Theatres
Cireeuts
Sileres
Ame
William Sylvester
Ideyer
John Lodge
Moy & Inc
Moyer
George Wall
City of & Mayers Clima
Mayer
Ayers Olen An Erecta
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