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Newspaper
Madison City Express
Location
Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1844
Page
2
The text outlines village trustees powers to enact by laws, collect fines, publish records, and regulate infrastructure such as sidewalks crosswalks and streets. It details school district organization, tax exemptions for certain property, assessment processes, rate setting, and tax collection timelines with penalties for late payment.
The article outlines tax sale processes in Geneva village, detailing six day notices by written notices in three public places, publication requirements, and treasurer’s duties. It covers payment deadlines, advertisement methods, partial tax applications, sale procedures, purchaser certificates, and two year redemption terms with fee schedules. It also includes provisions for street openings, special taxes on benefitted properties, licensing regulation for local venues, and annual tax assessment actions for 1344.
Fragments echo a political proslavery era chant praising Harry Clay. The garbled lines invoke loyalty and the phrase no change, urging steadfast support and denouncing treason while urging protection and strength in a partisan tone. The piece blends exhortation with scattered mentions of figures and messaged allegiance.
Agricultural notes discuss spring wheat practices including seed rates, rotation, brining seed, and harvesting timing. Observations compare thin versus thick sowing, show that 3 bushels per acre can outperform lighter seeding, and note higher per acre yields with denser stands though risks include rust and blight in underseeded areas. Reports reference J. Maskell and various field trials, with emphasis on rotation benefits and moisture effects on grain maturity.
The fragment advises ground preparation and seed treatment before sowing, urging thorough washing in brine and proper soaking. It promises strong crop performance if sown early and generously, claiming a certain outcome for the future. The dated note mentions Ithaca and a February 20, 1544 reference, placing it in a providential tone.
A historical note recounts methods to prevent smut in wheat, emphasizing washing and ash treatments passed down by farmers. It contrasts clean seed from distant sources with locally grown grain, claiming long success using the ash washing regimen and careful seed selection. Stories discuss spring and winter wheat, and a farmer’s experiment on potato division illustrating yield differences.
Letters from unnamed sources in New York claim hereditary insanity may pass to Queen Victoria and affect the royal line. The notes describe mental decline, rumors of her travels to Scotland and France, and suggest a change of scene might halt the supposed degeneration. The piece notes the uncertainty and hopes the rumors prove false for the civilized world.
Washington correspondent reports Capt Stockton gave the widow of the late Secretary Gilmor $10,000. She is said to be in need. He is also charged with educating Commodore Kennon’s two boys. The captain is recovering from injuries. Gatena Gazette.
From indications, Thompson's Bank Note Reporter suggests the State Bank of Wisconsin may be revived with notes trading at 70 cents and stock at 20 cents per dollar. Bank of Trineiz at Shawnestown also shows improvement with notes fetchable at 63 cents on the dollar.
A man named Andrews claimed preemption to land at Twelve Mile Grove. Morale Pierce and the Sumner group seized the house, guns in hand. A volley fired from outside killed Pierce, wounded a Sumner, and left his wife and three children in fear. Coroner's inquest pending. sheriffs to escort suspects to Rockford for examination.
A letter attacks the proposed naturalization rules for foreigners and noncitizens voting in territorial elections. It argues such provision violates the U.S. Constitution and territorial organic law, warning that extending suffrage to noncitizens could invite foreign influence into elections and alter the political balance. The piece references constitutional powers, state rights, and fears of foreign allegiance shaping delegate selections.
A citizen letter critiques immigration and a proposed naturalization law, arguing foreigners should not easily gain voting rights and urging adherence to existing terms. The writer, citing concerns about loyalty, education, and economic impact, warns of opposition unless the law is repealed or meaningfully amended.
A Madison oriented column laments a Milwaukee cashiers’ assault style attacks on Auditor Botkin and other local officials. It criticizes a figure described as a mountebank connected to local politics and a governor, reflecting on public funds and past government payments.
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