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Newspaper
Badger State
Location
Portage, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1859
Page
2
In a critical look at Assembly District politics the Record argues nominations favor the city presses and outside town delegates. It cites a Portage City Clique and hints at internal faction battles as offices near allocation.
The Madison Union analyzes the State Treasurer report for the year ending September 30 1859 noting a total outlay of 547 008 30 with 140 923 21 properly chargeable to current administration and a deficit of 225 680 52 to be met by extra tax. It surveys Democratic and Republican papers and mentions Benster Bon warce’s shooter Fedge Tans held on 16000 bond news.
The Republican candidate for Secretary of State, Mr Hangar, spoke Thursday afternoon to a gathered crowd at Mr L P Harvey's Beach. The event drew about half the expected audience and the remarks touched on state finances and treasury issues while critics labeled his arguments as alarmist. The report notes Democrats allegedly seek treasury control, cites a gambling-house rumor as a warning, and hints the crowd and supporters viewed the speech with skepticism.
The letter attacks L. P. Baurey as a Republican candidate for Secretary of State who opposed the Hoxcargan Exciption and was not swayed by consequences. It accuses Mr. Hanvey of advocating equal suffrage for colored persons and pushing minority rights, urging Republicans to oppose his views and questioning party endorsement.
Democrats present beat men for the State Legislature with Nelson Dewey Grant county Den For mason Doge Gee H Paul Kenosha Falwond Decker Kewaupes Orson Reed Waukesha Wan C Allen Walworth Tobin Sweat Dane D W Maxon Woakington Patrick Regao Jefferson The host already includes some of the ablest men and the writer trusts their election.
New Lisbon correspondent reports that Randall's administration faced criticism for spending over 9000 on surveying lands not owned, to help reporters and fund opposition. Doolittle defends slavery stance while Harvey’s influence weakens. Chicago Democrats note new darktings in progress including marble dwellings at Haron and Pins streets with large costs.
The article compares the two year residency voting rule in South Carolina with Massachusetts and discusses reactions from Governor Hayne and other officials. It recounts a Minnesota campaign letter, the 1920 amendment, and a South Carolina native-adopted citizen perspective. It also covers rebuttals to bribery claims involving Wisconsin officials and a defensive clarification from Judge McArthur regarding La Crosse bond testimony.
The German Republicans of Manitowoc County met in Manitowoc to adopt an Address explaining why they cannot support Gov. Ranpat for reelection in 1860. It charges the Republican Party with fusion plans with the Know Nothing party to disfranchise foreign born citizens, and calls for an independent nomination if necessary.
Ainsworth reports a planned insurrection led by John Brown at Harper's Ferry. Troops, marines, and volunteers stormed the arsenal, killing 15 insurgents and wounding others while capturing many. Brown, captured with early statements and letters showing funding links, faces pursuit and a $1000 reward for Cook.
A satirical tale follows Jack, a wary abolitionist, who marries a witty woman who opposes his Republican views. After a night of angry political spats, he exits the bed and embraces Democratic loyalty. Rejected by his wife, he endures years of estrangement before reconciliation never comes, and he finally becomes a steadfast Democrat.
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