Democratic Conventions Amid Portage Political Activity 1854
The Portage area stages multiple Democratic conventions. A Third Congressional District convention is set for October in Waupin to nominate a candidate for the next Congress, with delegates from assembly, senatorial, and district levels. An Assembly Convention for the Northern District of Columbia County will meet September 3 at P Lipps house, Moreton, to select a delegate for the same October meeting. Additional ward-level delegate elections in Portage are planned for September 20 at 4 o clock, with ward venues listed for each.
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Senate
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Hobart
WitliaMts
Merdock
HOG
Turner
Democratic Assembly
Columbia County
Newport
Lewiston
Fort
Junebogo
Pacifie
Macellon
Wyocena
Springvale
Scott
Naanleigh
Courtland
P. Lipps
Moreton
Fortnean
Ereb
Portage
Marrellog
Jiuh Bay
Mosse
McFarlane
Heuw
Dunge
Avero
Pest
Oller
Medien
Aed
Couren A
Col. Cottins
Colfina
Flo
Ange
Portage real estate boom fuels permanent settlement claims
A Portage article argues cheap reliable homes and stable land prices will attract workers and families, citing $150-$500 lot prices and $200-$500 plots as affordable paths to home ownership. It warns against speculative town lots and notes a robust lumber trade and agricultural region, with commentary on politics, weather, and local affairs shaping growth prospects.
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Caution to Masbands and Fathers at the Great Western Emporium
Masbands and fathers are warned by Pettinose of Pettibone Hatfield about the new stock arriving from New York. The firm displays silk goods and fabrics described as the finest ever seen in the interior state, now on exhibition under the care of Bill Frank Abe and others, noted for tempting wives and daughters with fashionable dress goods and delicate fabrics.
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Mico Pettinose
New York
Pettibone & Hatfield
Pilols
Dreas Goode
Ezoriam
Sitke
Bizorades
Great Western Emporium
Bill
Frank
Abe
Festern Steve Capet and the steady old settler with a growing trade
A passage praises Festern Steve Capet as a steady, energetic old settler who has built a large trade through industry and fair dealing. The Badger Block is noted as a point of interest, attracting attention for reasons tied to local advertisements and commerce.
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Festern
Steve Capet
Times
Journal note on travel and politics in Central America
A reflective letter describes a voyage from New York to San Juan del Norte via Kingston Jamaica and Lake Nicaragua, detailing terrain, routes to California, and colonial tensions. It covers naval navigation, local revolutions, American interests, health, climate, and a hopeful signoff to a friend in Chicago. The writer notes U S Consul aid and uncertain governance amid the Revolution and Costa Rica’s border claims.
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Nicansgua
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New York
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San Juan
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San Fuan
Madeira
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Squier
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Eaertel Pamongers
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Wm. P. Kirkland
Costaiva
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Ths Place
Ataso
Costa Rica
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Nicaragua
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Jancea
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Arid
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Mosquito
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Nicargo
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Tosequina
San Salvador
Kingston Semaice
Selendor
San Juan del Norte
Holline
Milwaukee Fire of 1854 Ravages East Water Street
A devastating blaze in Milwaukee on August 24 1854 destroys much of East Water Street from Michigan to Haven Streets. The fire starts around 4 PM with German immigrants involved, a Irishman injured, and several arrests for theft. Banks and businesses suffer losses totaling nearly 2 million dollars. Fireboats and volunteers combat the flames, saving parts of the city as responders work through the night.
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Maryland
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Newton County
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Milwaukee
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United Grana Hotel
Wie M. & Firs Ios, Co
Daviece More’y Livery Stable
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Michigan Street
Huroy
Lima
Hacee
Harlin
Cass
Wratten
Agor McDonald
Waterman
Clement
Advocate
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Dames
Deere
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Obituary and Town News Briefs Include Local Doctor Visit
A notice honors the amiable Dr W Len visiting town after weeks away and notes his return with a very pleasant team. It also reports the death of Mr Joane Be vcoen Friday night August 25 after long illness. He was once a Medics city resident with four years’ residence here.
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Berry & Peck
Joanen
M Beng
Pelnicl
B. Wae
Citi
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