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Newspaper
Prescott Transcript
Location
Prescott, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1859
Page
2
A traveler recalls entering the throne room to find the Emperor in full dress. The ruler, warning of punishment for disclosure, grants an estate and five hundred serfs, then orders the escape that night and vows never to return to the city. The witness fled St Petersburg and kept silent for years.
State arguments praise Republican rule in Wisconsin, detailing tax reductions from 1849 to 1859, noting per capita taxes fall from 46 to 184 cents while population grows. It cites inherited debts from Democratic rule and claims substantial reform, rapid growth, and ongoing public works under the GOP. The Wisconsin Agricultural Society plans events in Milwaukee from Sept 26 to 30.
From the Madison Patriot dated August 12 notes the Republican State Convention set for August 31 at the Capitol in Madison to select candidates for statewide offices. It urges primary caucuses and district conventions to shape delegates, and stresses early calls and broad representation for the convention. Also includes political commentary on national races and editorials questioning Democratic integrity.
The President of the County Agricultural Society calls a Board of Control meeting on Tuesday to appoint a delegate to the State Fair. Emphasis on timely preparation of exhibition goods, selecting prime grain, and ensuring a successful first county exhibition alongside broader state and national fairs. The Wisconsin Flaxmer address by Prof J. W. Hox is anticipated. The National Agriculture Fair opens September 12 at Chicago for six days. Trempealeau Republic is a new Trempealeau paper, Republican in politics. Mowing machines are widely manufactured and selling well.
An 1859 address from Madison urges electors across school districts to elect competent district clerks for three year terms. It argues careful selection prevents poor administration, teacher favoritism, and costly disputes, urging voters to favor honest, intelligent candidates focused on education. The note emphasizes avoiding sectarian bias and stresses the clerk’s role in improving schools.
Public notice warns that all taxed property listed for 1858 in Pierce County will be sold on the first Tuesday of September at the County Treasurer's office in Prescott. Open bids cover taxes, interest, and charges. sale includes Village of Moften and Township sections among numerous parcels and undivided interests.
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