The New England Farm Life and Property Sentiment
A reflective piece argues the farmer’s life is eroding in New England as landholding sentiment fades and youths leave for cities or other trades. It urges scientific farming, innovation, and a broader social ideal to restore dignity, prosperity, and family culture on the modern farm.
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England
Bugland
Indimsenta
New England
Ensieve
Wothers
Ibis
Sig
August Status Message in Transcripts for Public Journal
The text appears as a call for a family journal to publish a genial review of public affairs with independence and vivacity. It invites communications from all parts of the country, especially matters of naval interest, to reflect Northern sentiment against slavery and spread the publication’s reach.
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Neva
County finances examined and improved by county committee
The Board of Supervisors adjourned after a four day session focusing on county finances. A committee led by Southwick and Don Dave reviewed treasury affairs, found misrecorded balances, and helped nearly pay the state debt, with assets now sufficient to cover debts. The report praised the treasurer J H Southwick and county clerk Gib for their roles, and authorized further examinations of other county offices.
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Board of Supervisors
Treasury Office
Biute
Ely
Mesart
Southwick
Don Dave
Perfaren
Variana
J. IL. Southwick
Thiz
Batuet
Yepourter
Messrs Dow
Gib
County Finance Debate and Magazine Notices Spur Readers
County officials face scrutiny over land grants for the La Crosse railroad project while Governor Randall’s stance on land certificates is defended by the press. The August magazines are praised for literature and farming life analysis, with notes on Choate’s oration and Lowell. A lecture by State Geologist Daniels is reported and rare horse taming debates sparked by Rarey receive mixed reception.
Tharvis Arrested Over Stolen Horse Case at Black River Falls
Daniel Tharvis, a man from Prescot Harris, allegedly stole a horse owned by Mr. Asthaugh and tried to sell it near Stephen Matteson's farm in Ph L ant Valley. He was arrested, examined, and bound over to await the next court. Deputy Sheriff GS Riker holds a bridle found on the horse. owner must prove property.
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Tater Carey
Vonnes Main
Daniel Tharvis
Asthaugh
Prescot
Harris Atte
Stephen Matteson
Ph Lant
Matteo
Lutrig
Win
Tozer
Glarris
Black River Falls
Riker
River Malls Journal
Bloody fight in Madison county leaves three dead
From Capt envy Adams and Co's Lexington messenger we learn a bloody fight occurred at a venue in Madison county about ten miles from Richmond on Monday last. Three teens were killed and two named Jones and Mullen were mortally wounded by Halsey and his two sons. One of the latter was arrested in Lexington the night before last.
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Envy
Adams & Co
Lexington Messenger
Bme
Madison County
Richmond
Jon’s
Mullen
Halsey
Lexington
Louisville Journal
Maiden Rock trip and Lake Pepin viewings described
A reader recounts a Lake Pepin excursion to Maiden Rock in Wisconsin, detailing the boat voyage on the Botdie Laan, a cliff ascent four hundred plus feet high, and a sermon atop the rock. The note recalls Winona’s legend, predicts future Lakefront residences, and reflects on social bonds and local politics including Wisconsin representative Washburn.
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Maiden Rock
Measaa
Borrosxsi
Wisconsin
Lake Pepin
Sands
Botdie Laan
Adrian
Ona
Winona
Fragmented Ode to Pepin and Pierce County History
A clipped, confused letter mocks Pepin neighbors aspiring as county seat holders and imagines grand plans. It references a central Union site, a canal to China, and boasts about air travel time. The text closes with hopeful notes and a promise of another letter.
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Pierce County
Pepin
Chinas
E. Porren
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