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Newspaper
Sauk County Standard
Location
Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1853
Page
2
The text outlines ongoing state finances and disbursements, detailing treasury operations, the governor’s reforms, and legislative activity. It mentions shipping costs, gold shipments, and the influence of political parties on state welfare, with references to officials and committees and a note on newspaper subscription pressures.
The correspondent reviews recent Senate and Assembly proceedings in Madison, references resolutions and debates from the 1849 era, and comments on political factions, slavery, and national issues. The piece notes saloons and theatres thriving, card and billiard rooms, and the absence of legalized misconduct while reflections span Whigs, Democrats, and territorial era ties.
In Paris reports describe the new crown for Napoleon II as a grand royal ornament with pearly stones. Jeweler Lemonnier is sent to Russia to buy stones while Matdda taps a black panel collection for the crown’s settings. May likely sighting for the ceremony. Princess Vaso renounces the Pretender religion ahead of her marriage to Gow Napoleon. Financials show income around 1,000,909 with 106,000 fees in the event.
A fragmented notice proclaims Napaleon Bonaparte son of Jerome as King of Algeria appointed by Louis Napaluca. The message claims to present Gov Faawenns remarks to readers, noting brevity and self-judgment, though details are unclear.
The Wisconsin Assembly, meeting at noon, organized with Alex L. Gray as chair and drafted a list of names for the opening. Chad Larabee was sworn in as a member of the Supreme Court related body, while Mr Talmadge of Brown County was named Speaker pro tem. A motion installed A EB Cray as chief clerk pro tem and Mr Wilson as supervisory main. The assembly proceeded to arrange committees and organizational steps for the session.
The text notes the last session where all the senators answered, new senators sworn in by Judge Qamaton. The senate elected President ter, then Ghiot Clech, For, Walliams, and Sergeant atoms voted. A flood and other unclear events follow with votes and ethics pledges.
The assembly, with Randall Waleoy as speaker pro tem, elected a speaker after members Maldon of Iowa and Columbaa’s Cole man returned from absence. McHugh won a majority to become Speaker. a joint committee was formed to wait on the Governor. The Governor’s annual message was read, and a resolution about reducing daily copies of the official journal was reconsidered.
His Excellency announced transmission of his messages to the House today at 11 o clock. The Annus Message was received and read by the Secretary. On motion of Prentice, Sennie adjourned the session.
The document cites petitions from Vaila White and others on slavery related matters. It notes a communication from Librarian McGarry and a petition about the Mruenenco Indians seeking permission to stay where they are. It mentions a private committee item from the Crewgurer of Wilwinh eny requesting return to the Milwaukee delegation, with details unclear due to damaged text.
The document appears to report a Senate debate with references to proscriptions, political pledges, and power shifts. It notes critics accusing opponents of breaking promises, discussion of the era’s governance, and calls for accountability amid partisan conflict. The piece names multiple figures and places, highlighting tensions over constitutional guarantees and leadership.
Fragmented OCR reveals a tale of Colonel King, land, and slavery with references to Dallas County Alabama. It mentions a supposed 1780 birth, accusations of reluctance to sell slaves, and a political meeting about a road project La Cre Road. Names like Johnny Lind and Milwaukee appear amid garbled text.
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