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Newspaper
Geneva Weekly Express
Location
Geneva, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1855
Page
1
The Mail notes the Woodstock press fragment and mentions a large university, a post sheet general on a bender, and a dispute over a rate. It states efforts to reinstate a chat arrangement and questions objections raised by officials in Geneva.
An editor of a Free Love paper in Elkhorn faces strong public allegations from a local critique, citing repeated claims of deceit and corruption. The piece details accusations against James Densmore, including inflated bills, forged authorities, and misused public funds, urging taxpayers to judge his integrity.
A historic note from Geneva describes raising funds for a new church bell. Subscriptions of 250 dollars have been reported with 150 more needed to reach the proposed bell size. Officials hint those not supporting may miss hearing the bell and being urged to attend services at the Presbyterian Church, marking a communal push for town unity.
A Wisconsin village text argues Geneva should establish an Academy or similar institution to advance education, praising local scenery, rail access, and the success of Parks Academy led by Calvin M. Pans. It contrasts Walworth's Academy progress and urges immediate action to secure an educational future.
The Milwaukee Sentinel reports Bashford as governor elect with a majority around 400 votes after statewide canvass. Douglass and La Pointe could shift totals slightly. official result expected near the cited figure. Also notes ads, railroad subscriptions, and local business items amid winter conditions and paper plans.
A historical editorial notes a June attempt by wire pullers of the dark lantern order to form a National Know Nothing party for 1856. It recalls the Cincinnati convention, unity aims, and a February 19 national gathering, questioning northern and southern Know Nothing factions and urging examination of their principles versus Republicanism.
A Mt Henry County election featured Democrat Abel W. Fuller defeating Republican Charles McClure for County Treasurer. Affidavits from Abel W. Fuller and John Dickerson discuss Know Nothing claims, while local editorials question consistency. Thanksgiving unions, a painter's death, and miscellaneous notes follow in a stream of community items.
Enwago Baker writes from Ixtun Woops on a township survey south of the St. Croix River. He describes hardships crossing cedar swamps, packing provisions on men, and living without beds or ink while reaching the lake and trading with Chippewa Indians. He notes the abundance of wild rice, cranberries, and the value of skills like solar use and field notes for the Surveyor General.
A Racine youth writing from camp describes a rough time awaiting supplies. He recounts a boy named Tom who received starched Byron collars, prompting cheers. The letter notes worn clothes, plans to visit Rice Lake, and a desire for old newspapers while lamenting a lack of political news from home.
The committee reports on the close of the first term at Mr Parks school noting examinations as a general review with questions, praising promptness and clarity in many pupils, while citing deficiencies due to lack of application. It commends English Composition and Mr Parks method, and notes good order and discipline under his care. It closes with congratulations to local citizens on educational prospects.
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