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Newspaper
Beaver Dam Argus
Location
Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1863
Page
2
Fragmentary police of a political column argues Republicans may push a stronger government against Whig era fears. It laments dangers of despotism, warns against losing liberty, and calls for vigilant defense of the old constitution amid reform pressures.
A fragmented account notes proposals for new offices and appointments in state and district administration. It mentions a Provost Marshal or similar official to survey property losses, with offices to be created across the United States, and funds needed for elections.
A large audience of about three hundred heard Hon. Charles A field speak at Lattonert Hall on Thursday night. The eloquent address praised old leaders and attacked recent war policies, contrasting Lincoln’s inaugural pledges with current administration actions, and arguing for restoration of the Union and free government.
The Beaver town Democrats held a meeting at Koenig's Mill on Saturday to form a Democratic Club and voice views on public affairs. A. G. Graham chaired, Joseph De Young secretary, with officers named and a committee to draft resolutions.
A partisan squabble over party affiliation dominates the political chatter as Republicans push to join with Democrats under the name Usion, criticizing past records and warning against aligning with the opposition. Meanwhile New Hampshire election results show Democrat Eistman ahead amid a GOP push and a party split influencing House outcomes. Petro leum trade in Pittsburgh reveals a century of growth with 2,000,000 barrels landed, 60 refineries, and 1,200,000 bushels of coal used annually.
A long letter from an English reader criticizes the war effort and calls for massive immigration of laborers to the United States. It asserts that the nation must conscript or attract tens of thousands of workers, especially agricultural laborers, and argues for economic and social upheaval to sustain production and food. The piece includes political commentary on the President, Union policy, and Confederate sympathies. A counterpoint from the Cambridge church confirms counterclaims about laborers and recruitment, while other excerpts analyze wartime morale and press coverage.
A historical note discusses 1568 Massachusetts legislation opposing Louisiana's annexation, framing the union as a compact and implying a right to secede. It cites John Quincy Sr in 1771 suggesting a deliberate opinion that dissolution could free states from moral obligations, prompting some to prepare for separation.
Washington correspondent explains Sigel’s reported resignation after Gen Carl Schurz urged the President not to accept it. He notes Sigel’s challenge over a nonyielding point and his request to be relieved or given a larger command. Government reply was firm and Sigel offered resignation, linked by some to Gen Fremont and Pope’s reassignment.
The West District school superintendent announces exams for teacher candidates in Dodge County. The schedule spans Richwood on March 30 for Emmett Slidda Portland. Lowell on April 2 for Clyman Lowall Elba. White School House on April 6 for Westford Fox Lake Caimas. Zury Whiting School House on April 11 for Trenton Beaver Dam. Burnett Corners on April 3 for Burnett Chester Oak Grove. Applicants must attend, bring paper and slate, and will answer written questions in a timed setup to qualify for First Second or Third Grade certificates. Continuous study in arithmetic grammar geography physiology and science is urged.
The article critiques General Stoughton for carelessness that led to his capture and that of other officers at Fairfax Court House. It notes his West Point graduation, youth of twenty two, prior rank as Colonel of the Second Vermont, and reputation as a fine officer. It reflects on government and constitutional stability alongside editorials and notices about secret societies and loyalty.
The Wisconsin State Journal presents itself as the oldest paper in the capital state, allied with Republican principles. It boasts extensive Wisconsin coverage, Army correspondence, casualty lists, legislative reports, official notices, and state proclamations. The notice announces rate increases for Daily and Tri-Weekly editions starting January, with address Atwood & Rublee, 16 Madison.
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