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Madison City Express

Location

Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1842

Page

2

Report on Wisconsin Public Buildings Contract Disputes

John Smith, Commissioner of Public Buildings, details clashes over finishing the Capitol in Madison. He explains negotiations with Baxter and Morrison, questions about the old Board of Building Commissioners, and seeks legislative guidance on disputed extra work, bonds, and financing to complete the Capitol.

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Debate Over Legislative Session and Governor’s Refusal

The Madison City Express reports the Legislature convened at the capitol and appointed a committee to inquire into the legality of a current session. The Governor refused to meet or communicate, prompting criticism as insulting to the Legislature and people. It notes election outcomes in New York, Michigan, and Massachusetts and comments on party dynamics and leaders like Davis, Calhoun, and Benton amid the 1844 campaign.

Legislative Assembly Ria Cemion New York Michigen Massachunette Pas Juin Davis Biaine Warek Dradiagh Coewys Sailiver Alzueidy Leo Lot Marlin van Buren South Caroline John C. Calhoun Kenyady Richard M. Johnean Aliscours Thomas Ayanca Benton Olio Michan Gov. Case Punncylvania Wuararaz Faustes Missouri Tomas H. Bateron Elewan Retent Benton van. Buren

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Commissioner OF Public Buildings Legislative Assembly of the Territory of Wisconsin Thad Mortiaon Dane County James D. Doty James Morrison Gov. Daly Morrgan Messrs Territorial Morriston Madison City Express Henry Clay Jon Q. Avame Wateran Mabeenin Ahowe Gonceel
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