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Newspaper
Jackson County Banner
Location
Black River Falls, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1858
Page
2
An unclear fragment discusses expected arrangements and potential failure to pass, noting efforts to extend advertising and a lack of regular editorial action. It mentions names or terms that are garbled and may reference prior communications without concrete outcomes.
The next issue of our payor will gla two of the Macaee and the subscription of many patrons. Several subscribers have prepaid for two years in advance, the paper has been credited to them for the amount of their money. Others renewed at the eloge of the lel year. We remind patrons they should aid further to sustain the institution. We will continue our advance system to keep the publication afloat. We invite responses and support from neighbors to help cover rising costs for produce and other needs.
A discussion on speechmaking in Congress criticizes members for prioritizing ceremonial oratory over substantive measures. It argues that reliance on prepared speeches harms legislative progress, favors expedient delivery, and undervalues direct, honest debate aligned with constituents.
A local column humorously profiles a dubious townsman known as Yo Black Man, rumored to be a former con artist with a taste for cheap rides and a white horse. The piece notes his suspected past, finances, and caution to readers while weaving in other town notices and colorful quips about local politics and crime.
The Springfield Republican argues for a reform of public speeches and capacity in congressional members and urges practical, businesslike representation at the State Legislature. It calls for officials who attend to duties, avoid display, and prioritize essential work over ceremonial or self promotion.
Readable fragments show a Republican convention in Jackson Trempeateau and Taflaton counties held at a Black River Falls schoolhouse on Sept 18. Hayden chaired, Littell secretary. nominees for Assembly debated, Bennett and Brown among candidates, with Jesse Besxna declared unanimous. resolutions attack Douglas and Dred Scott, praise Washburn and Thor ney, and pledge unity for Bennett. Also brief notes on local papers, Indian summer, and a temperance lodge meeting in Madison with new constitution and officers.
Six officers and a posse raided a two mile south of court Touss building as four young men gathered around a forge and produced bogus half dollars and counterfeit gear. They were bound over for November term at $600 each, named Ling Purdy Washburne and D J Potty. Ling and Purdy once worked in a mill at North La Crosse. Ling described as dark and desperate, Purdy active with a singed-cat expression, Washburne solid, Potty reportedly wild. Officers say counterfeiting gang discovered and future arrests hoped.
Report of Prof. Rarey’s planned appearance at the State Pair in Mair on Sept. 18 1808 with demonstrations at the Great National Horse Show in Springfield Miss. and a rebuttal of rumors he would miss the fair. Also notes about railroad arrangements and a comet sighting.
The Republican and American parties in New York met in state conventions and nominated tickets. The Republicans favor Edith D. Morgan for Governor and Robert Camp for Lieutenant Governor with Gardner and Russell among others. The Anti-Republican ticket names Lorenzo Burrows for Governor and Nathaniel Benton for Lieutenant Governor along with Thompson and Russell for Canal and Prison Inspector. The rest discusses transit railroad progress and assorted market notices, obituaries, and various local items from the period.
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