City Charter Discussion in Whitewater Gazette Context
The article argues for a city charter by presenting how such a change would not raise taxes unduly and would improve streets sidewalks and thoroughfares. It notes past improvements increased property values and urges maintaining order with a village-like governance while expanding business prospects and regional comparisons with Madison Below and Geneva.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conmanica Luna
Nadia
Ube
Veity
Wwe
Ava
Madison
Saakeshit
Guneva
Nana
County voters clash over church funds and editorials
The article describes county debates over town funding and church aid in a heated local dispute. It notes a controversy surrounding Mr. Cowdery and a proposed unified effort, with strong editorial positions supporting progress and the Journal of Memorandum’s advocate stance.
Gov Barstows Message Revival and Political Satire
A satirical summary of Governor Barstow's address likened to a moral law and its revival, with critical tone toward his political methods. The piece references Pierce, misgoverning actions, and notes on stationery trips by Densmore and others, plus thanks for public documents from U.S. senators and representatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Democratic Party
Barstow
Elkhorn Reporter Editors Attacked in a Political Row
The Clerk of the Board criticizes the Elkhorn Reporter for a scurrilous attack on a county official, praising Mr Siltey for his honesty and integrity. The note mentions December and January issues of a national magazine, a harsh review of The Hanerut, and a remark from the N Y Tribune about record cold in New York City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhorn Reporter
Stat
Hsino
Sivser
Goard of Supervisors
Siltey
Llanora
Hanerut
N.Y
Pilgrims and Puritan Legacy Echo Public Contemplation
The piece reflects on two centuries of Pilgrim heritage in New England praising sacrifice and steadfast faith. It contrasts Puritan discipline with modern toleration, laments moral laxity, and urges independent, thoughtful conviction against conformity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
Hanlas
Givie Firmnuss
Cheristers
Plymouth
Ife
Tours
Pilgrims’ Spirit Amid Prosperity’s Glare at Plymouth Bay
The writer laments worldliness and urges action, contrasting two centuries of Pilgrim history with modern wealth. He recalls the December Plymouth scene of starving, sick Pilgrims kneeling on the shore and prays for God’s presence with us and our forefathers. Signed S G M D.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plymouth Bay
New England
Temperance urged as duty despite public apathy
The piece laments waning temperance interest after a period of tension and defeat. It urges renewed effort, personal influence, and steadfast commitment, arguing defeats are partial and transient and calling readers to moral action and neighborly persuasion. It notes distraction by other issues but reaffirms the central question of temperance alongside slavery as a major national concern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alhough
Walworth County 1855 56 expense ledger summary detail
By clerk C W Sibley the Walworth County Board of Supervisors items list extensive expenditures during the year ending December 26 1855. The ledger covers jail repairs witness fees constable and attorney costs printing med service and surveying plus numerous fees for court officers and officials. Totals show large sums for salaries taxes and credits with a ending balance of 30.92 dollars in the treasury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walworth
A. Whittmore & Co
P. Powers
Betta
William Rice
Geo. Taft
Spooner
Preston
Jail
Stowe Isher
Kendal
St T Bassett
Cravath
Palmer
Henry Cousins
Kinny
Stebbings
AW Cartin
Mail
J McGuin
Joslina
Convers
Goodrich Coast
Jones O
Andros
FE Dayton
Burgett Road
Bowles
Justice
Oman
T McKaing
Barlow & Cy
Mds
OM Baker
Er&f
Uder
Thos Gaye
JA Perry
Lonthian
Newton AU Graw
Stowe
Thompon
Charles Smith
Depshenif
Siltey
EK Frost
Waketey
W Smith
Barkness
M Rice
Chapin
Burke
C. W. Sibley
Boar
Wal. Co
Elkhein
Smith Sharp
C Wheeler
Haws
Gundy
Miner Johnson
John Ar
JM Clark
Sumner Stebins
Corrant
Wm Clark
Coast Fees
J Gates
Sheriffs Fees
Geo Allen
Eer
R Fairchild
Wateley
Gates Messenger
Sibley Ae Co
Stat & Maite
Shipley O Bro
Seal
EH M Bailey
J Sherman
Able
Osborn
J Osborn
Pe Frances
Tj Digman
Atelu.ash
OL Curtis Ee
Nelson
JC Crumb
Allen Co
T. L Baxter
Oatman
Gates Bar
Bell
Sibley Printing Court
Barlow & Co
Baxter Justice Feewee
Joslin Const
Baxter Justice Fire
Thom
Royce Road
Cvm
LE Hawes
Med Service
Sou
Eery
Davidson Con
Bell TV
Paol
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Broadway
America
Gov. Barstow
Brabston
Bloombelt
North Carolina
Chas, Durkee
U.S. Senate
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Northwestern Paaver
Ayp Harview
Rural Journal
Dubuque
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Mark Miller
J.C. Breyton
Wisconsin Farmer
Java
New York Assembly
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Faxxy Fuan
James Partox
Horace Gaeetry
OCF
N. Y
Oxville Rousinson
Armstrong
Allen
Monty Dept
Thorn Coast
Lees
Kents
BT Paine
S$ Janes
Lyman Cowdry
Lewis
J C Badsock
Shaw
Grines
R Owen
T Utter
Spafford
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Gill
Jewitt
M Seymore
AW Davis
W P Lyon
Alty
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J Baker
Farr
Ae “T
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Walworth County
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Torat
Co Axerox
Dua
Cxamerox
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Billy
Carl
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Geneva Weekly Express
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Geneva
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William R. Davis
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