Democratic Conventions Set for Oshkosh Area 1950
The notice outlines dates for a Democratic Third District convention at Waupus Village on September 5 to nominate a U S congress candidate and conduct business. A county convention at Oshkosh Court House is scheduled August 34 at 2 PM to elect delegates for judicial and congressional conventions. Town caucuses in Winnebago and surrounding areas are called for August 22 to appoint delegates, with further county deadlines and duties specified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seleerry
Waupus
Thareilay
Congress
Patrick Toland
Democratic Car/Com
Oahkash
Oshshosh
Weapon
Son
Democrata
Crary
G. Gumarr
Henning
Winnebago
Caucua
Conors
A. David
Fe. R. Baldwin
N. Merritt
Village Mukwa Named as a Key Wolf River Portage Site
The article highlights Mukwa as a planned town on Wolf River near Little Wolf, below the Indian White-Bear Village, poised to become a major trading hub. It notes its strategic crossing point, proximity to Green Bay, Plover Portage, Appleton, and Grand Chute, plus lumber and steamboat traffic. Authorities confirmed post office contractors will supply Hortonville and Mukwa offices and expedite mail routes to support this developing commerce.
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Hortehville
Green Bay
Mukwa
Murwa
Messrs
L. M. Miller
C. E. P. Hobart
Wolf River
Little Wolf
Rmute
Fox River
Manitounoc
Minnesota
Bedger
Waupaca
Grand’ Chute
Appleton
Berrisen Tatoes
Wasuisaron
Plover Portage
Hortonville
James Denwmore
Grand and Petit Juries Reform Debate
The article argues for jury system reform citing the National Police Gazette. It notes juror pay as a major issue and endorses modifications tied to modern society while preserving trial by jury as a civil liberty cornerstone.
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National Police Gazette
Wen
John
Tua
Cvis
Stage Nsine to Fort Winnebago Opens New Mail Route
Advertisers note Meaars Castle Borgest and Hasbrouck start daily stages to Berlin and weekly line to Fort Winnebago. The venture aims to serve upstream towns with twice daily mail, tri weekly Berlin service, and through travel along the route. The partners expect profits and improved service under the new stage line.
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Meaars
Castle, Borgest, & Hasbrouck
Tages
Berlin
Fort Winnebago
Gentlemeni 5
James Duane Doty Seeks Re election to Third District Seat
James Duane Doty announces his bid for re election to the House from the Third Congressional District. He praises district interests and vows to continue representing voters faithfully and efficiently. Other respected citizens are mentioned as possible candidates while Doty asks delegates to consider his prior record and future effort. Washington February 29, 1850.
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Ava
Trahall
Waupun
James Duane Doty
Washington
Population of Oshkosh Census Snapshot 1850s Letter
Ma James Densmore transcribes a census fragment for Oshkosh dated Aug 2 1950 noting population 3392 on June 1 and listing many trades and origins. The letter requests publication and offers an apology for past issues while detailing occupations and a formal event order with tickets priced at 2 dollars.
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Axacomas
James Densmore
Oshkosh
Oakosh
Bardwere
Watchemithe
Tasnors
Curt Bijteheras
Merchal Landsgenta
Gemekert
Gohkoah
Greece
tMaryland
England
Germany
Winchells Here Here a Rare Family Stage Treat
The piece presents Winchell as a versatile performer drawing a full family audience. He engages with a lively set of voices and faces, delivering varied songs and jokes with humor and energy. The narrator notes the room is not large enough for the expected crowd.
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Thia
Ric
Ardinia
Ry Atick
Eli
Fatal Accident Drowns Young Boy in River Bay
Epwix Roscoe Coorrr aged 9 years youngest son of Ey A ConteEy Esq drowned last Wednesday evening at the bay mouth of the river. He was in a light Todian dance standing up and driving it with a paddle. The paddle belonged to other boys who called him to return. They started after him, he turned to them, a splash was seen, and he vanished before the others could reach him.
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Epwix
Roscoe Coorrr
Ey A. ConteEy
Ahi
Bith
Dai
Euuk
Shkeesh Delegate Announces New Paper In Town
The excerpt notes a Mr. Shipper Aswaed unveiling a new weekly paper last Wednesday evening. It mentions a new press and type and a desire to print a neat, improved edition in this place.
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Shipper
Telegraphed Greetings From Americian Monists Visit
A fragmented letter from the Americian tatmonists discusses their visit to this place and mentions press praise. The long awaited telegraph connection is reported as completed on Tuesday evening. The speaker, described as celebrated and experienced, drew crowds on Saturday and Sunday evenings addressing locals about Esmeretiptel and related topics.
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MtAmerican Hartioniste
Tuéaday
Lins
Cluigens
Benton for President Speech Urges Liberal, Honest Democrat
The speaker argues for Col Benton as the next Democratic nominee asserting his liberal, honest, and progressive stance. He favors cautious, stepwise reforms over rapid change and credits Benton with influencing Free Soil and moral leadership against Compromise.
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Wwe
Col. Benton
Hale
Freeagil
Freesoil
Benton
Employment notice and political notes cross the Atlantic
Young men and youths as young as 14 may apply for work by sending Box No 3069 to the U S Post Office for a short paid position aiding an education project. Local editorials encourage education. The paper also reports on Michigan’s convention for a northern peninsula division and a Utah Territory bill. St. Joseph adverts note 5,000 to 5,? thousand letters and 12.5 tons of strawberries moving via the Erie Railroad.
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United States
N. S
Hotice
Piibune
Congress Hears Amendments On Texas Boundary Dispute
Senate details show Mr Davis blocking credentials for R C Wititthis as Winthrop takes his seat replacing Afre r. Debate centers on Bradbury and Dawson amendments about Texas boundary and New Mexico governance. House notes appointment of James G. Kingsley to a vacancy in committees.
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Senate
Davis
R.C. Wititthis
Winthrop
Afrer
Bradbury
United, States
Texas
Dawson
New Mexico
Dawnon
HOUSE
Jaden G. Kings-of
Missouri River
Miami
Alinon
Miasinnippi
Alsbamay
Chicago
Mobile
Mer
California
Congress Debates Territory Grants and Fortifications
The record notes Senate votes on California land and Utah government, a House discussion over fortifications, and a lapse into adjournment. It covers amendments to California and New Mexico provisions, and a plan for a territorial government south of 35 30 minutes latitude.
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Senate
Rusk
BS ‘Glas
Utah
HOUSE
Kawfman
Dickens
California
Foote
Indian Department
Bud
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Dork
Orvier Derantmann
Wis
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Goren Bay
Hortons
BR. Hobark
J. D. Dorr
Nsine
Reardon’ & Brossetore
Ieee
Managgerade
R.a ‘Rowann
W. Scot
Jee Brown
Aln Ravanen
M.V. Bix
Fod. Keunoes
Chia
Wave
Esb
Karissa
Jon
A. Tidran
Rena
Winchell
The
Americian Tatmonists
Témperance
Lowey
Stujerior
Hente & Ces
Wells
Cavier
Michigan
New Territory
Oregon
Rocky Mountaine
St. Joseph
Erie Railroad
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