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Newspaper
Prescott Transcript
Location
Prescott, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1858
Page
2
The Prescott Transcript announces its aim to present engaging, elevating journalism. Conductors pledge independence and public discourse, reflecting Northern sentiment against slavery. They invite communications from across the country on matters of interest for the Family Journal.
A broad audit of public office corruption across branches of government is urged as investigations intensify. The piece condemns bribery and calls for honest candidates, voter action, and legislative reform alongside coverage of forthcoming town elections and the impact of land policy on migration and regional growth.
The select committee finds Webb altered an appropriation by thirty dollars and substituted bills while serving as clerk and chairman of enrolled bills. It endorses removing him from the enrolled bills committee. The report notes Webb’s long service and duty, and cites other items such as land delinquency lists and county affairs. Also mentioned are notices about dictionaries for schools and editorial opinions on portraits of Americans.
The Buffalo Commercial summary highlights Douglas's claim that the Lecompton Convention was illegal, arguing the Kansas Nebraska act lacked authority for a state constitution before proper census and enabling act. It cites faulty registration, disenfranchisement, and constitutional violations, defending Stanton’s extra session and the January 4 election while condemning Calhoun and pro slavery intrigues in Kansas.
A Pierce County treasurer notice announces public sale of land parcels in GreenwoodTownship and surrounding areas. Auction to occur in Prescott in front of the county office for taxes and charges owed, listing numerous lot descriptions and range details across Greenwood, Black townships, and nearby additions.
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