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Newspaper
Monroe Sentinel
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1859
Page
2
A detailed report from state capitals recounts the governor and lieutenant governor’s roles, legislative activity, and party positions. It highlights Sen. Warren, upcoming candidacies, and debates over constitutional issues including the Fugitive Slave Law. The piece notes the legislature’s progress and praise for officials, with reflections on candidates and political maneuvers.
The paper endorses Judge Nogale as a well regarded circuit judge, notes his independent candidacy after Governor Randall appointed him, and argues Green County voters will back him for a fair trial on the bench, despite Lyon's challenge. It also covers legislative wrangling in Wisconsin, apportionment fights, and maritime and European news briefs from Liverpool to Paris with stock and war-leaning updates.
Judge David Noggle appeals for the use of his name as an independent candidate in the Green County district. He notes public support despite party lines, says the office is nonpartisan, and urges voters to trust his integrity. He signs with February 26, 1850.
In Congress on February 25, Mr Hughs of Indiana asked for a bill repealing the 1857 tariff and reviving the 1846 act. Objections and confusion followed as rules were debated. A motion to suspend rules failed 85 to 64. The Senate passed the Post Route bill 80 to 25 while attempts to vote on the Homestead bill stalled. Mr Mallavy continued remarks on the Cuba bill.
Legislative notes from Feb 1859 record bills on changing judicial district limits and venue in county courts. Debates cover usury penalties, a threefold penalty vs. debt forfeiture, and calls to adjust interest from seven to six percent. The assembly and senate discuss adjournment for Washington birthday ceremonies, tax assessments, and other state matters with several votes and committee actions.
New York reports the President will receive Senor Mata, Mexico’s minister, signaling recognition of the Juarez Government. It notes Casali’s interview with our Government on Italians banished by Naples. Congress will be asked to examine Naples rule and its subjects in the United States as public charity.
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