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Newspaper
Ripon Weekly Times
Location
Ripon, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1862
Page
2
A brief from a Ripon Times page lists senators and candidates. Denocrats and Republicans are named with vote tallies and district mentions. several surnames include Hinks Spooner Pratt Wilkinson Young and others. The item records multiple names and approximate order of election outcomes across the body.
Fragmentary OCR lists numerous individuals and groups across seemingly local political bodies. It mentions committees, candidates, and party designations with sporadic capitalization. Strong entities include Co- groups and various surnames, though many items are garbled or unreadable.
The Governor and suite took the oath on the Madison Capitol steps at noon Monday as four regiments gathered from Camp Randall. Chief Justice Dixon administered the oath while Gov Randall urged soldiers. The piece notes 770 patents since the rebellion began for army and navy needs, including cannons, projectiles, tents, furniture, and balloons, highlighting inventor interest in superior equipment. General Lane to command an acting Major General’s department including Kansas Arkansas and the Indian Territory.
Washington business thrives amid real estate surges and competition. Old monopolies dissolve, benefiting consumers as rapid Northern energy replaces antiquated systems. The paper notes a historic shift from 1860 onward, urging pride in progress and economic vitality.
The Times correspondent notes growing French opposition to Britain’s demand for surrender on the Irene affair and inaction against Anglo policy. It highlights a shared liberal sentiment in Europe, a French reluctance to see French and American ships dominated, and a belief that France may aid the United States in potential future conflicts. The piece also mentions Mr. Browne’s lecture in New York and a tragic death by alcohol and exposure near Green Lake, plus brief notes from Washington, Kentucky, and Tennessee about war matters and public tax ideas.
A clash arose at Patterson's Park between officers of the Fourth Wisconsin and Capt Boyd of a Zouave regiment after a flirtatious remark by a young Baltimorean woman. The Major of the Fourth Wisconsin reportedly challenged the Captain, leading to officers visiting the Wisconsin camp and an ensuing exchange of blows. The Zouzoos reportedly gained little from the engagement, while the Major appeared ready to retreat and keep arms lowered.
The Investigation Committee locates 140000 dollars tied to Twel Sam and notes no vouchers or explanation for the money while Abs Cummings departs for Europe to recuperate his health. A New York Tribune extract discusses English concern over Confederate recognition and alleged plunder in South treasuries. It also describes Potomac River pontoon bridge experiments by the New York Fifteenth Regiment and a presidential crossing using pontoon bridges.
An earthquake shaken Arlington Heights last Sunday night alarmed soldiers and horses. Reports from Wisconsin note EB. H. Brodhead named Quartermaster General. A Newtown Creek oil works blast destroyed 3,000 barrels of kerosene, losses at $220,000.
A European commercial scandal outlined with mentions of the National Insurance and Investment Association facing $1.8 million in debt against $25,000 in assets. Names of directors implied, military promotions for First Cavalry officers noted, and NY mayoral finance concerns cited. Mortgage statistics in Columbia County and a contested Main annexation petition also referenced.
The thirteenth session of the State supported institution for the blind began in September with more pupils than ever, aided by a recently completed main building. Parents or friends are invited to inquire about admission. Superintendent Lirrne urged correspondence.
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