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Newspaper
Delavan Messenger
Location
Delavan, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1857
Page
2
Editorial note from Wa addressing local business concerns. Mentions Baker and William Doty as prominent figures or proprietors in the community. Limited readable text prevents full context or events.
Delavan reports a heated article on national politics with proslavery and Free Soil clashes. It cites Gov Geary, Sherrard, and Kansas events, details local press disputes, accusations of fraud, a sheriff case, and a call for reform alongside community notices and advertisements.
The Independent reports Densmore’s reply amid a wider exchange over his dealings. It notes opposition from St. Merica and references a controversial letter and public response. The piece hints at political friction and a pushback against a closely watched figure in Delavan.
A Delavan area column condemns James Densmore for falsehoods in his countywide publishing campaign. It notes 1300 items printed, urges residents to reject his paper, and praises local map publishers Watson and Smith for a forthcoming Walworth county map.
A long list of bills signed by the governor covers charter changes road improvements and state road funding. It includes appropriations to individuals and towns and amendments enabling railways bridges and ferries, with many entries naming counties cities and companies.
A terse price note lists weekly dealer quotes for Wagar winter consignments and related items. It references producers and markets, noting shifts in prices and terms across various goods, with fragmented OCR rendering hindering full clarity.
The steamer Humboldt bound from New Orleans to Nashville with 800 tons of freight and several passengers collided with the steamer Belfast near Ozark Island, Vicksburg. Humboldt sunk. freight and cargo loss total. Twenty five lives lost including eight white men and seventeen Negroes.
At New Orleans on February 7, the body of Dr Kane was taken to the steamer for Louisville by soldiers, freemasons, city officials and a vast crowd. Flags flew at half mast on ships and public buildings, and minute guns sounded from sunrise to embarkation. A Wisconsin chief justice candidate invitation accompanied local polemics and formal replies from Edward Y Wilton.
A Lecompton dispatch reports the legislature enacts a census based election law for a territorial constitutional convention. Only residents in April with crimes registered may vote. The Newark Advertiser notes New Jersey Governor appoints L Darrow as Attorney General.
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