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Newspaper
Galesville Transcript
Location
Galesville, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1860
Page
4
A historical critique argues political corruption endures across eras, often paired with superstition, fueling violence and wars. It cautions against demagoguery, warns that offices are bought, and calls for honorable politicians and wiser leadership to steer the republic away from ruin.
The Transcript notes the university term begins on the second Wednesday of September and urges liberal patronage. Teachers are described as affable and thorough. Visiting committee lauds student progress. The village offers healthy surroundings and picturesque scenery. Board at local hotels is $2 per week.
F Harris of the Travel ers Rest can accommodate about 30 students and Wilbur and Parker of the Parker House can also accommodate a large number. The houses are kept on strictly temperance principles. Rooms are for students boarding themselves. Mr I Clark offers a 14 foot room with adjoining bedroom to rent for 0 cents per week, accommodating four students. Further enquiries and particulars to follow next week.
The author argues against indifference to public opinion while warning against flattery. He praises a pleasing affability guided by reason and kindness, calling it true politeness and opposing both excessive flattery and complete disregard for opinion.
The passage notes multiple enquiries about county fair plans and states the committee will meet tomorrow August 18 to complete arrangements, with further details to be provided to readers after the meeting. The Secretary's notice appears in the transcript.
The cool early week evenings suggest possible early frosts that could cut the Indian corn. Four weeks of favorable weather are needed to secure a good harvest, with expectations of a historically heavy yield given current conditions.
Weather favors harvest as tax season progress and most wheat is expected to be secured this week. Vegetation shows normal decline, indicating the earth remains in its regular orbit.
A Yap Maarine will be held about 83 miles south of Galesville near the residence of Joshua Rhodes, starting Wednesday August 29 and continuing over the Sabbath.
The large commodious hotel has just been refitted by a new firm Wilbur and Parker. Those who favor them with patronage may rely on good accommodations and courteous attentions.
Rev. Mr. Wing will preach at the Court House next Sabbath at 11 A M. Rev. J Frothingham will preach at 4 P M. The notices announce religious services with time and speaker names for the local readership.
Forrester's Playmate for August is described as excellent and amusing for the youth. The magazine, priced at 11 per annum, is published by Wm. Guild & Co. of 109 Washington Street Boston.
Mr. Charles Utter of Trempealeau sends thanks for a bottle of the finest Currant Wine and Mr. A is said to own the best garden in Trempealeau County.
Reports differ on Trempealeau County wheat yields with some fields returning 40 tushela per acre while general opinion places average at about 25 bushels per acre. McGillvray's Foray notes the ferry road improvements allow heavy loads to pass comfortably.
Thanks are extended to D. W. F., LB. F., and F. F. for their favors. The latter item is delayed and will appear in the next issue.
The paper prints an excerpt from N P Willis from the Home Journal, pleasing Wisconsin readers with a sense of local pride. It notes reports of wheat rising 29 in the English market and a corresponding upward tendency at home.
Wheat traded in La Crosse on Tuesday from 70 to 85 ets per bushel reflecting mixed demand and local market conditions. The report notes variable quotes across sellers with modest activity observed in the afternoon trade.
A new advertisement lists EK 8 Brower, a dentist in La Crosse, to be seen in another column. The card indicates a local dental service presence with a brief notice for readers to refer to the adjacent column.
Tur Norp Srexy, once a German Democratic journal based in La Crosse, has hoisted Republican colors signaling a shift in editorial alignment.
Mr Epiron argues for cultivating farming interest in boys to create better farmers. He notes spring chores, long days, and early mornings hinder youths, urging earlier, gentler exposure and fair treatment to nurture a lasting enthusiasm for farm life.
The narrative describes a boy posted to the spring hoeing season with a heavy workload, poor tools, and little help from men. He labors from dawn to dusk, faces blame for weed regrowth, and longs for play and autonomy while farmers debate proper toil. The author argues boys should work under guidance but not be worked to exhaustion, urging paternal balance and opportunities for youth.
A ponderous reflection on originality as art and tact in remodeling familiar ideas. It argues that originality is the act of reshaping old thoughts into new garb, striking warmth and beauty, yet often merely presenting a familiar notion as a fresh visitor.
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