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Oshkosh Democrat

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1850

Page

2

New York Tribune circulation and staff details reported

The article notes rising circulation with the Daily reaching 25,000 by April 10 and the Weekly 45,000, while the New York Tribune would total 10,000,000 annually. It lists weekly paper use of seven and a half tons and $2,800 weekly expenses. Editors and department heads shown include Greeley, Dana, Snow, Ripley, Taylor, Newman, McElrath, Sinclair and Biriegh among others.

California Tribune New York Tribune Greeley C. A. Dana J. F. Cleveland G. M Snow George Ripley Bayard Taylor California W. Newman Ship News McElrath Messrs. 8. Sinclair R. M Birebeigh Messrs. Greeley & McElrath

Democratic County Convention for Winnebago County

The Democrat reports a Democratic County Convention for Winnebago County to be held in Oshosh at the Court House on Saturday the 39th of October at 2 o clock in the afternoon to nominate county officers and handle necessary business. Each town should caucus Thursday that week to elect a full slate of delegates for attendance and to prevent dissatisfaction. Lroxanp P. Crary, W G Gumarn, B. S. Heanina.

Winnebago Oshosh Lroxanp P. Crary Heanina

Whigs of Winnebago County Convene in Oshkosh

The Whigs of Winnebago County announce a convention at the School House in Oshkosh on Tuesday October 22 1850 at toclock for nominating candidates for the Assembly and county offices and to transact other business. Towns will send three delegates each and meet October 19 to elect them. G W Wasasuns Fern Burtarc Ostkosh.

Winnebago County Oshkosh Toclock R My G. W. Wasasuns County Camara Fern Central BE. L. Burtarc Ostkosh

The Boston Chronotype Returns with Lively Spirit

A brief note from the Boston Chronotype describes the publication as spirited and full of life, praising its enduring vigor and expressive language.

Pleasure Trip to the Pay Ground

A notice announces the Steamer Peytons will run a pleasure trip to the Pay Ground on Sunday next. Capt. Estes and the Peytons crew have proven their commitment to making trips enjoyable and satisfactory for citizens. The boat will be crowded.

Peytons Estes Peytona Fond du Lac Oshkosh

Horse whipping Drankards and public reform stance

A reprinted piece from Mrs Swiss helm argues for strong measures against drinkers, presenting a hearty critique of prevailing cant. The text emphasizes earnest, forceful thoughts aimed at reform, even if they seem rabid or vindictive to some readers.

Mra. Swisshelm

Menominee Payment Opens at Pawagon Above Winnecona

The Menominee Payment begins this week at Pawagon six miles above Winnecona. Many people gather as two steamboats leave their regular routes to ply between the payground and the settlement.

Pawagon Winnecona

Death of Freedom and Election Results Highlight Early Politics

The text rumors slave catchers roaming the pay ground this week, but the piece dismisses the claim. It reports Reuben Woot as elected Governor by a 10,000 vote majority and J. R. Giddings re-elected to Congress, noting the outcome favors the Democrats.

Reuben Woot J. R. Giddings

Gov Doty Arrives after Steamer Peytona Visit Neenah

Gov Doty returns to his home at Neenah after arriving on the Peytona on Sunday. He says Democrats may support another term if offered, but declares he trusts his party to decide. Citizens in several county towns express strong support for Hobart, insisting there is nothing more Democrats can do to help him.

Peytona Neenah Hobart

Elmore Nominated for Congress at Rochester Convention

Andrew E. Elmore was named for Congress in the 1st District at the Rochester Wisconsin convention. The piece argues for Durkee’s re-election, condemning Elmore as an opportunist and urging unity within the Democratic Party amid national crisis.

Congress Rochester Racine Co Mlmore Durkee Randall Waukeshaw James Milwaukee Free Democratic Organization

Wisconsin Statesman Forges Millard Fillmore Nomination and Freedoms

The Wisconsin Statesman endorses Millard Fillmore for President in 1852 while denouncing the Fugitive Slave Law as a betrayal by Northern Representatives. It notes slavery triumphed through Southern threats and Northern acquiescence, and questions how the paper can support both freedom and slavery. It also praises Mr Cole’s nomination yet highlights sharp contrasts between Cole and Fillmore.

The Wisconsin Statesman Millard Filmore Statesman Filmore Cole

Our German Citizens and Their Good Name in County

The writer defends German citizens in the county arguing they are orderly, civil, and intelligent. They challenge hostile stereotypes about the town citing German residents as refined, educated, and musically talented, countering claims of roughness with praise.

Wanukan Makes Strides as Water Powers Grow

The writer notes Wanukan’s growth despite not being on a river. Superior water power sites are improving, with the ofarsona Belcher grist mill now finished and productive. Four stories high, the mill matches regional quality and will add a new run soon. Hall White & Co. operate a large, busy store and are praised as driving local prosperity. Wanukan is poised to become a thriving village in the county.

Ofarsona & Belcher Hall, White & Co

Menominee Indians Seek New Home Near Lake Superior

The Menominee delegation, sent last spring with U S officers to find a country for emigration, failed to locate a suitable site. A new request was sent to Washington to remain longer on their old grounds and obtain another allotment. Time to move is extended to June with surveyors to continue work, possibly near Lake Superior.

United Stance Washington Onger Lake Superior

Delegates chosen at county caucus favor Doty reelection

At the caucus last evening A B Cooley B Exst man and C J Kern were chosen delegates to the County Convention.159 ballots were cast 129 for delegates favoring Gov Doty. The Nekimi caucus chose Merritt Robbine and Hughs as delegates instructed to recommend Doty. The general sentiment in the county supports Doty’s reelection.

A. B. Cooley B. Exstman C. J. Kern Gov Doty Nekimi Meesrs

Water Cure advertisement from 1850 New York

Circular by Dr. T. L. Nichols and Mrs. Mary S. Gov Nichols promotes Water Cure treatment at 87 West 2nd Street New York. It offers full board and day treatments, home visits, and letters for consultation with fees, patient requirements, and advice on preparation and regimen.

Weat Twenty-Second Street Sixth Avenue New York Union Madison and Grammercy Parks Hudson River Seventh Avenue Omnibussea Nichols T. L. Nichols M. D Mary S. Gove Nichols West 2Nd Street N. Y

Plank Road Progress Between Mefitsha and Kaykong

The Plank Road from Mefitsha to Kaykong shows good progress with 20 to 30 men at work. The company is organized and most of the stack is taken, with assurance of full take-up when needed. It aims to complete the road efficiently and be ready by next spring.

Meissha Kaykong

Distressing Casualty at Ex change Hotel Kalamazoo

A fearful catastrophe struck the Ex change Hotel in Kalamazoo on Friday when boarders, many young men, fell ill with symptoms resembling poison exposure or cholera. By Saturday reports say thirteen deaths occurred. Conflicting theories claim either corrosive sublimate mixed with mustard or a cholera-like illness. A coroner's jury was summoned to investigate.

Exchange Hotel Kalamazoo Polean Ron Sentinel

The National Fair Appeal to US Citizens

London writer Abbot Lawrence urges Prof. W R Johnson and the American public to ensure robust US representation at next year’s National Industrial Exhibition in London. He notes Europe’s widespread preparations and 2000 French exhibitors, with Egypt Persia India and China also preparing. He argues strong US participation will leave a lasting global impression of American skill industry and natural products.

Abbot Lawrence London W.R. Johnson United States Europe France Egypt Persia India China

Madison Democrat notices Kesosha Democrat's Daily start

Beriah Brown of the Madison Democrat weighs in on the Kenosha Telegraph move. He suggests the neighbor has depth but needs sparring to reveal it, while noting the Daily would improve with effort.

Madison Democrat Democrattist Hildreth Kenosha Telegraph Beriah Brown

A New Diving Bell At Charleston Wharf

A cask of cutlery fell from a ship at Charleston wharf. A reward of 50 was offered for its recovery. Mr Smith improvised a diving method by placing a weighted oil can over his head and shoulders, lowering himself underwater for 15 minutes to recover the cutlery.

Charleston

Gody’s Lady’s Book November Issue Promises Fine Plates

The November number features four plates praised for artistic skill on par with historic works. The Evening Star and The Lord’s Prayer appear in design and execution, with strong literary pieces including Mary Spin ser Pease’s verse. Arthur’s electioneering tale and Highland Chase art add period appeal.

Evening Star Mary Spinser Pease Arthur

Sentinel casts doubt on Whig nominee in 1st District

The Sentinel argues John H Treeily is a poor Whig nominee but hints the race will be decided between Derkey and Elmere, suggesting Whigs deserve success yet questioning the nominee's viability.

the Sentinel Derkey Elmere

Incivility to Colored Persons in the Street in Rochester

The North Star recalls recurring street encounters in Rochester where white residents mock and sneer at Black people. It condemns the practice as uncivil and unbecoming, predicting that Mr. Douglas will be treated with respect by Rochester women henceforth.

Rochester Jvorth Douglas

Steamer Kata Fleming Blaze Kills Twelve On Ohio Run

The steamer Kata Fleming at Walker's bar between Louisville and Cairo on the Ohio River exploded burning both boilers. Twelve people died and many others were severely wounded, likely due to water shortage in the boilers.

Kata Fleming Walker's Bar Louisville Cairo Ohio River

Knighthood Refused by Noted Figures and Political Snubs

A compilation notes Robert Stephenson declining a knighthood and other notable refusals including Farraday, plus Sir Robert Peel’s stance. It reports Senate clashes, Minnesota territorial election irregularities, and the Franklin Institute plan for a women’s design school as a sign of gender equality progress.

Robert Stephenson Farraday

Rejection of Mil waukee Postmaster Nomination Sparks Debate

The Milwaukee postmaster nomination of Mr Starr was rejected by the Senate causing disappointment and mass meetings. A call to elect postmasters is urged as a remedy, with support for reappointment and broader reform. The note mentions Jenny Lind concerts and other varied items including a Peace Convention delegate and critical press coverage.

B Senate Starr Milwaukee Jenny Lind N. Y. Tribune

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Democrat Severch Boston Ohio Gov. Doty Andrew E. Elmore Wisconsin Statesman & Pree Wanukan Waukau Water Cure Mefitsha Keuken Plank Road Gody Graham John H.treeily Robert Peel Foote Fremont Minnesota Ft. Gaines Franklin Institute Philadelphia Preston King Democrats Joshua R. Giddings Free Democrats David Wilmot Hyakers Lowry Wilmot Grow Jenny Guwin’e Father Mathew St. Louie Sons of Temperance Illinois A.D. la Due Sheboygan Rock County Badger Badger State Pittsburgh Sauk County Ireland Philip Nippert Baltimore Copway B. B. Cano Esculupina Democratic Union Harrison C. Hobart Washington Co. Blade AVING M. J. Witrtame Douggiat Notiges Menasha & Kaukona Plank Road Company Menasha George W. Low Joseph Keyea Hugh Sells Wiliam Ferguson John Allen Curtis Reed James D. Doty Joan Allen Curms Reno Baws Nootiee Whitacre, Langworthy & Co Langworthy & Washburn B. F. Lanawoarur Anonze Washburn Oshkesh Wisconsin Hannah Davis J. ¥. Davis Jepepian Brown A. Pride Hy4s Bates & Moody Ferry Street Shotl
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