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Newspaper
Baraboo Republic
Location
Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1856
Page
2
A scrambled political update notes Fremont and Dayton gaining support across Ohio and New England papers. It highlights Democratic editors shifting allegiance, Worcester and Cleveland papers endorsing Fremont and Dayton while Whigs waver, and mentions several Democratic leaders in New York and Wisconsin backing the ticket.
Old Simon Cameron, longtime Pennsylvania Democrat, wins a major stump for Fremont and Dayton. Renowned as a top canvasser, his shift against pro slavery could weaken Democratic strength in Pennsylvania and energize younger Democrats in the Keystone State. The piece notes his influence in past campaigns and his role in the Fremont-Freedom ticket.
The Democrat reports Ruenaxan accepting the nomination in line with the party platform. He argues the slavery issue has delayed the Union and pledges to stay with the platform during the canvass. He seeks to restore harmony and asserts a pro slavery platform would disqualify a candidate from leading the nation.
A Democrat editor accuses rivals of false records and misrepresentation, ridicules a political figure, and urges action to expose the Missouri Compromise claims. The piece mocks the party’s leadership, warns about public perception, and contemplates rewards and political directions.
The Baraboo Rifle Company is requested to meet at Mills Halt on Monday evening, July 24. J UW Foom advertises a wide rival of stores and urges customers to call before purchasing elsewhere. Pensins and Wansaince report fresh groceries by barge stock offered for sale cheaply. Visit and compare selections.
The Democrat urges Rev. Mr Cocoran to publish his July 4 address, praising its quality and criticizing the party to which the editor belongs. The editor vows to respond and defend his points, noting readers’ reluctance to judge without hearing the speaker. The piece hints the editor has many engagements.
Notice from the General Land Office Washington dated June 12 1856 states Land Offices in Mineral Point Stevens Point and Menasha Wisconsin will open to entry and location again after August 4 except for specific townships and reservations. Restrictions apply to numerous ranges and townships including Osiris av Sizvena Point and McNastaAl like townships, with remaining lands set aside as described. Official signature A Henry Com’s appears.
Notice from Baraboo Town residents to convene with the Court Mouse on Monday the 21st for adopting measures to fence the Public Square in Baraboo village. Dated July 1, 63. Many Citizens.
The Border Ruffian presses defend their effort to shape public opinion by arguing that the Anti Slavery Republicans back Buchanan. They claim the K N party of the youth supports Buchanan, aiming to swing the Free Democrat vote.
The piece traces a Boston to Springfield journey along the Norwalk death fall route, visits the U S Armory at Springfield, remarks on gun depots for freedom, praises local institutions in Palmer and Massachusetts, and celebrates Liberty and unity across New England with political vows and historical reminiscences. It ends with a note on a Yankee invention about printers.
The Angelica Reporter editorializes a major party realignment, denouncing the Democratic party as betrayed by expediency and slave expansion. It endorses Fremont and Fayton, arguing the party has dissolved into a “Buchanier craft” and urging readers to support Republican principles and Liberty. The piece contrasts past Democratic loyalty with current Republican advocacy and cites Jeffersonian roots.
Corraapondent of the N Y Tribune reports the Brooks case in the House. Debate centers on expulsion for contempt and a proposed law punishing such acts. Orr defends Brooks while others urge restraint. Congress likely adjourn before September while Whilfield’s seat dispute and party lines shape the week.
The George Law arrived with California gold and 1.7 million dollars in specie and passengers from Panam to San Francisco. Reports detail Vigilance Committee activity, armed defenses around the city, and arrests of murderers and rebels. News covers Gen Walker supplies, state troops, and Panama riots with impacts on governance and security in California.
The Buratior press of Boston argues against Cel Pacatanae by faulting his lack of legislative experience and executive roles, and claims he opposed slavery expansion. They compare him to Washington and Fremont, noting Washington’s early roles as surveyor and explorer and his later presidency, and his stance on slavery and the 1787 ordinance.
The Mew Fork Luening Post imagines how Washington or Jefferson would fare in modern elections. It argues that voters backing Buchanan would not support Washington today and that, had they lived in the last century, they would have rejected the Declaration of Independence.
Col Fremont declares acceptance of the nomination, emphasizing unity across parties to restore constitutional government. He outlines his views on foreign policy, slavery, and expansion, and expresses hope to serve the nation and uphold constitutional freedom.
An 19th century political critique argues the murder case binds to party loyalties, accusing Democrats of shield and failure to administer justice. It condemns figures in Washington and cites public officials’ roles, stressing national significance and fears for American justice.
A German named John Reynolis was very seriously injured today at Kenosha by a premature discharge of a cannon. His face is horribly mutilated and his arm is abated. Recovery can hardly be expected.
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