Wisconsin Political Scene Ahead of Milwaukee Convention
The text notes Republican delegates totaling about one hundred seventy six gathering in Milwaukee to nominate a ticket and praises Wisconsin congressmen like W. Babcock and Mr Bubecek for continued service. It references local congressional events in Stewarts district, a Wausau convention, and Special Agent Robinson’s postal duty in Porto Rico. It also describes a large storm, Spanish actions in Cuba, and a call to detain Spanish generals in a climactic war context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Wisconsin Soldiers Vote Risk in West Status Election
The article notes that unless the war ends before the West status election Wisconsin could lose about 4000 voters. About 3000 are stationed in Florida and 1000 at Camp Dough, facing voting difficulties unless provisions are made to cast ballots remotely. New York has moved to secure its soldier vote, and Wisconsin may follow.
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West Staus
Wisconsin
Morida
Camp Doughs
New York
Hiscousin
John Jewitt and Margurite O'Dahm wed in Los Angeles
John Jewitt of Los Angeles marries Margurite O'Dahm, a former chamber dancer aged ten years his junior, in a marriage that stirs the city. The bride, Margurite, reportedly favors wealth and status as the union is described amid a sensational local scene.
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John Jewitt
Tanlionaire
Los Angeles
Cal
Chambermass
Margurite O'Dahm
Margurite
Letter From Mother Describes Hospital Life For Wisconsin Soldiers
A Marshfield Times copy recounts Charleston hospital care for Wisconsin troops. It praises physicians and nurses, notes sixteen soldiers recovered enough to sail from Charleston for Newport News and Porto Rico, and details convalescents craving meals. Tales include jelly shortages, hunger, and a nurse's careful rationing. Families back home are urged to read of their loved ones' progress.
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Eprrot Limes
Marshfield Times
Willis
Daly
Herman Bartels
Charleston
Pater
Wisconsin
Oyes
Sam
Magjnolin
Newport
Porto Rico
Akis
Hangry
Veraylin
Veronica
Gharleston
Boys In Blue
Tau An Tian
Angela Sabato
Chuck
Ealing
Thompson
Suffering Soldiers at St Francis infirmary observed by Wisconsin patriots
A letter from August 1839 describes a scene at St Francis Naval infirmary where a gray headed watcher, possibly a nurse or officer, tends wounded soldiers. The writer notes anxious, prayerful support from a Wisconsin chapter and a large Red Cross relief presence led by Miss Draper of New York. The piece highlights recovery progress, ongoing care, and hopes for all soldiers.
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Palmetta
Angela Sabato
St. Francis Navier
Rebecca Mowe
Daughters of the American Levolution
Lansick
City Hospital
Miss Draper
New York
Red Cross Association
Charleston
Exlitor
Wisconsin
Seld
Wis
Louis Posweilee
Pennsylvania
Cinkeston
3. C
Another Soldier Laid To Rest In Our County
A memorial note recalls Alfred Limet Bargeron a private of Company A Guards who died after enlisting on the first call for troops. Born July 11 187 and aged 15 he lived and worked in the county, and his funeral was held Wednesday at 7 PM at the Al E church with Rev Hill officiating. The weather limited the turnout but the community extends sympathy to his mother sister and father.
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al Marshheld
Alfred Limet Bargeron
Charleston
Alfred
Alfeed Bargeron
Aguyrndale
Cantraty
al. E
Hill
Bouy
Auburndale
Democratic Primaries and Convention Delegates Called
Democratic county convention to elect delegates for the state Milwaukee August 1 1808 and for the congressional Angleton September 6 1808. Marshfield meeting August 29 1808 at 1 pm. Each precinct voting ward allocation given. Preliminary meeting August 22 7:30 pm at the previous polling place.
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Milwaukee
Angleton
Marshfield
Delegan
Whyest
Third Ward
Pograh
St Alban's Mission Sunday Services Schedule
At St. Alban's Mission the Tenth Sunday after Trinity features Holy Communion at 7:36 am, Matins Litany and sermon at 10:43 am, Evensong at 7:80 pm, Catechism at 8:45 am with Geo. H. Ray as Priest in Charge.
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St. Alban’s Mission
U. Ma
Ray
Geo. H. Kanexnaci
Char
Taken Up At Central Avenue Enclosure
A three month old dluck steel call is taken up and placed at the owner’s premises on Central Avenue north side. Owners must call to prove property pay charges and wire away. Breckvetmer and Bruty Lusten advertise medical reform and patient treatment services with claimed cures and reasonable charges.
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Autrush Gb
Central Avenue
North Side
Dl-Du
Breckvetmer
Milwaukee river death and local trial notes from a rough column
A mangled Milwaukee River body of a woman surfaces with a hitching strap and weight. Police investigate the mystery as survivors in nearby towns and shipyard notes tie into broader reports. Also referenced are wrecking operations, a Chicago cowboy story, and assorted local notes about people and prices.
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Mailiwaukee
Yase
Milwaukee River
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the Marshfield Times
J. W. White
Congress
Congressional District
B.S. Minor
Plaigfield
Atkins
D. Marquette
Winshura
de Wood
Plainfeld
Wix
B. Moon
Biilwaukee
Uncle Sam
W. Babcock
Bubecek
National Capitol
Marsh Field
Consgressman
Stewarts District
Wausauant
Seewach
Robinson
Porta Mico
Postal Service
Muoila Surprisadur
San Juan de Porto Rico
Tigut
Marcias
Edward Willis
Charleston, S
Alfred Bargeron
Harial
Bruty Lusten
Metro Weecking Company
Wahuee
Norfolk
Chapman
South Kent
Cristobal Colon
Mike Donovan
Chicago
Dawson City
Eau Claire
Dawson
Wayans
SaTurd
Wisconsin Volunteess
Ponce
Dadoro
Louisa H. Dprave
Chilton
Christie
Landleship
Francis Nelson
O. Nelson
Schiessingerville
H. C. Eichs
Marsh
Wtf
Balad Tily Mth. A. D
Flenay Hous
John A. Thomas
Wisconsin Central By
Bebwankee
Oshiro
Stevens Point
Wawpica
Neensaim
Steven
St. Paly
Atseit Kav Clalra
Fish Luni
Irom
Abbotsford
Chippewa Py Vt
Portage Branch
Liss Greenwood
Loyal
St. Paul
United Abe
Canada
Hen Bans
Riggs
Tafeta Silks
Vollmar & Voelker
the Times
Times Office
Sheerin
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