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Newspaper
Galesville Transcript
Location
Galesville, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1861
Page
4
The piece greets Spring with revived warmth, noting her youth and green floral robe, then hints at aging dame Sumner in support. It reflects editorial patience spent on gardens and cultivation as readers await seasonal renewal.
The Zyposgraphic Advertiser presents a quarterly sheet from Johnson & Co. at 606 Sansom Street Philadelphia. It showcases new face type borders and cuts with an extra sheet of suitable designs like Union flags mottoes and National envelopes. Prices are described as reasonable for craftspeople.
The June issue of Godey’s Lady’s Book offers rich engravings fashion plates and humor. Exam copy is available for $3 per year with liberal discounts for club orders. Send for a specimen upon request to L A Godey Philadelphia.
Our thanks to CG WW T for his ably written article and to D W for communications. We appreciate the lures from Crosse and Milwaukee papers, which arrive timely to provide readers with the freshest news.
Georox TH Sarex Esq of Beaver Creek Valley reports his flock wintered well but losses occurred due to late spring. He will remedy by erecting warm sheds for the ewes before next spring to protect future lambing.
Wx Arx reports volunteers will congregate at the Court House tomorrow at 12 o clock P M for a gathering. R A Opens announces a fine addition to his stock of goods. YT Maven introduces a new National envelope.
Readers are informed of news up to the 20th inst and note rapid war preparations. Reports speak of Jeff Davis seeking isolation, with unconfirmed rumors of a sharp engagement in Virginia. The paper cautions that no confirmation is yet found in the existing pages.
Wm. P. Craix, Esq, of our village, presented a two egg specimen showing a shortest circumference of 6 3-4 inches and a longest of 1 4 inches, prompting curiosity about poultry yields and curiosity among residents.
The writer replies to a May 10 communication signed G and condemns Democrats as patriotic yet misguided. He asserts Democrats cannot claim the current war leadership and accuses them of political manipulation. He criticizes conservative Democrats while praising constitutional principles and links Texas annexation to the nation’s troubles and to Clay and Webster politics.
In a forceful oration, the speaker accuses conservative Democrats of allying with Southern aims to extend slavery and centralize power. He recalls Corwin’s Mexican War speech, reiterates support for the Union, and denounces partisan conservatives while urging unity to repel the common enemy.
A brief note recalls an invitation extended to Marek by correspondent G with hints of anticipated response. The fragmentary text suggests a social or literary exchange and a forthcoming mention by the writer. Further context is sparse, leaving the exact nature of the invitation unclear.
Correspondence from La Crosse Wisconsin dated May 21 discusses a drier spell after a long wet period, improved local business amid bank panic rumors, and criticism of currency practices. It covers Chicago’s bank securities, currency value, and calls for fair pricing. War news dominates chatter with shifting reports on Harpers Ferry and European recognition.
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