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Newspaper
Linn County Register
Location
Marion, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1858
Page
2
The article describes a Utah march by Col. Cooke's troops from Fort Leavenworth to Fort Bridger, detailing brutal conditions, starvation, and mass deaths. It also reports a local railroad tax proposal defeat with high township turnout and questions about voter fraud.
A Thursday night blaze in Dubuque destroyed the Lawrence Block, housing the St. Cloud Hotel. The five story building, largest hotel west of the Mississippi, was unoccupied as it had just been completed. Estimated cost $100,000, insured for $30,000, owned by E C Darin who was away in Des Moines at the time. It is suspected to be the work of incendiaries.
The state seeks settlement with the General Government over swamp lands held by counties. No patents issued, titles imperfect though land sold. Gov. Laws names Hon. J. Tuosmeoron as state agent to secure authority from counties and press Washington for a final adjustment.
The Revival in the M and Church continues with about sixty new adherents and near fifty conversions since the meeting began. Disciples and United Brethren report weekly meetings with promising turnout, while Baptists hold services tonight and tomorrow night. The town shows notable religious fervor with even non-professors showing interest, and hope rises that the revival will spread to every house and heart.
Jaurs Story was convicted of robbing the Quagqueton post office in Buchanan county with a guilty verdict and a mercy recommendation. A motion for arrest of judgment failed. He was sentenced to two years hard labor after claiming innocence and naming two accomplices. One accomplice remained unidentified. the other was identified in court. The incident stirred the courtroom. Levi Lyonn moved his jewelry store to the old Ron’r Homes location, offering watches, clocks, and jewelry at very low prices and repair services.
An informal ballot reported by Lord Cutleon shows Grimes 28, Thorington 13, Smyth 8, Dart 5, Bunker 1, Davis 3. On the first formal ballot Grimes received 89 votes, a clear majority, with Charington 13, Smyth 8, Davis 4.
A Friday fire at Maton and Moons warehouse in Cedar Rapids destroyed goods valued around 100000. Fire suspected incendiary. another claim notes 7600 worth of goods lost by HH G. Asene. Supreme Court rules SConce Law unconstitutional citing uniform application and no repeal by popular vote. Republican State Convention called for June 17 in Iowa City to nominate Secretary Auditor Treasurer. Public lands selections completed. remaining lands return to market at $1.25 per acre.
A detailed report recounts the 2d Dragoons under Col commanding officers marching eleven hundred miles from Fort Leavenworth to the Black Hills frontier. It covers logistical struggles, desertions, wagon and mule shortages, weather, forage, and harsh conditions as the unit crossed plains and plateaus toward Salt Lake City with heavy emphasis on supply failures and hardship.
A detailed account recalls a brutal march across snowbound passes as frostbite and starvation decimate horses and men. Commanded by Lt. Col. Guonar, the party endures freezing winds, dwindling mules, and scarce grass while retreating toward Fort Laramie.
An advertisement touts Bristol's Sarsaparilla Pastilles as safe effective vermifuges for children, claiming cooling health benefits and easy taste. It notes the product is sold by Lawman & Coy Wholesale Drug East New York and emphasizes genuine labeling with a signature on the outer label.
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