Election call for Monroe County 1858 Republican Union
A political notice urging Monroe County voters to back the Republican Union ticket in 1858. It stresses national unity, debt repudiation, equal rights, and opposition to rebel influence. Names C. Bailey and IV. J. Austin as district candidates, urging turnout and warning against bribery and patronage.
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Republican Union
South Carolina
Congress
Wisconsin
Monroe County
Monroe
Union Union
Arobels
Tnion
Doodlittle, Randall, Sohimron & Coy
Independent candidate Thayer accused of falsehoods and pledges
The piece charges M A Tuaren as an Independent for Register of Deeds with nine bold falsehoods, alleging Thayer sought GOP support before the Tomah convention, wrote a letter to a Democrat to influence a delegation, and pledged to back the Republican ticket while denying candidacy. It condemns his independence as treacherous and self-serving.
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M. A. Tuaren
Office of Register of Deeds
Sparta
Thayer
Bred Runkel
Tomah
Republican Co
Gillette
Thay
Atso
Gillett
Noyes
Steele
McBride
Mentior
Vote for General Washburn for Congress Reconstruction
The text urges support for General C. C. Washburn as a capable Legislator and ally of Liberty, backing reconstruction policy and the Constitutional Amendment. It also invites Masonic brethren to attend the Baltimore cornerstone ceremony for a temple, with grand demonstrations planned on November 20th and participation expected from Master Masons and others nationwide.
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Congress
Masonic Braternity
United States
Grand Lodge of
Maryland
Baltimore
Wasmunns Address Draws Large Mauston Crowd
Mauston Star reports a Tuesday evening meeting in Mauston with Gen Wasmunns delivering a strong patriotic address to Loyal Union supporters. Capt D W Wilson surprised locals with strong oratory and vows to help his election bid. The piece notes a sharp contrast to a prior GOP visit and forecasts a large district majority for Wasmunns and party loyalty in Juneau County.
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Wasmuuns
Andy
Wasapura
Juneau County
D. Wa
Wilson
G. J Park
Mauston Star
Vote for Capt D W C Wilson State Senator
The message urges voting for Captain D W C Wilson as a faithful efficient representative and uncompromising Union man who will guard the people against monopolies and serve the 9th Senatorial District with ability and efficiency.
Organize and Work to Get Voters to Polls in County
County voters urged to mobilize for Tuesday. Republicans urged to transport the aged and infirm, canvass neighbors, and vote the straight Republican ticket to secure a larger county majority than ever before despite opposing factions.
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Monroe County
Stright
Captain D W Wilson Leads Monroe Co Campaign Push
T O Howe endorses Stephen B Johneor or Meunier for assembly while Captain Wilson tours Adams and Juneau counties delivering large, enthusiastic audiences. He vows to run a decisive campaign, claiming majorities will exceed any previous totals and that both Democracy and Johnsonianism recoil at his momentum.
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Wilson
Adams
Juneau
Tts
Monroe Co
D. W. C. Wilson
Vote For Eli Waste For County Treasurer
An endorsement urging Eli Waste to be elected county treasurer cites his long county residence, union loyalty, and strong business qualifications. The letter asserts his honesty and integrity and says the equity’s finances would be safe under his oversight and that he will perform duties faithfully.
Constitutional Convention Referendum Prompts Separate Ballot
The article urges voters to approve calling a Constitutional Convention with a separate ballot for or against. It notes numerous improvements possible in the state constitution and backs Charles W. Pott for Clerk of the Board of Supervisors citing integrity reliability and business qualifications as reasons for support.
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Charles W. Pott
Democracy in a bad way at Herseyville meeting
A Republican meeting advertised for the School House in Herseyville was blocked when Democrats Abrams Edwards and Decker who control the district locked the building preventing a political gathering. The piece denounces the action as unmatured politics and argues Republicans do not resort to such tactics.
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Thayer
Thayer Ag
Herseyville
Messrs. Abrams
Edwards and Decker
Law Disfranchises Deserters Under 1865 Act
The Thirty-eighth Congress enacted a law punishing desertion by disfranchising offenders and forbidding citizenship rights. It requires deserters and those who evade the draft to report or face penalties, with a 60 day window for pardons upon return to service. Election security urged to challenge suspected deserters.
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Thirty-eicth Congress
United States
Vote for Capt. R. A Gillette for Register of Deeds
Active energetic businessman and tested soldier. Placed before county electors by a delegated convention of the people. Not issuing circulars urging election by false statements or claiming life lease to the office. Candidate for Senator in the OTL district.
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Register of Deeds
OTL
Press Opinions Praise Captain Wilson and Wilsey in Nominations
The Portage Register notes the nomination of Captain D. W. C. Wilsey Sparta for State Senator from Monroe, Jun e s a and Adams districts, praising his legislative zeal and industrial union stance. The Clack County Advocate and Jackson County Banner also commend Capt. Wilsey and Capt. Wilson for the Senate seat, highlighting his assembly record and editor credentials.
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Portage Register
DW. CO
Wilcox
Assembly
Tod
John Lurmer
T. B. Marsden
Penc
Clack County
D. W. C. Wilsey
Sparta
Monroe
Junesa
Adams
Jackson County Bunne
Excenresy Crover
D. W. C. Wilson
Senate
Capt. Wilson
3Ronroc County
Wisconsin
Madison
George E Pratt for District Attorney
Voters are urged to support George E Pratt for District Attorney. The candidate is portrayed as a highly capable lawyer with a trusted, prudent record and strong reliability. The message emphasizes his suitability and expected excellence in the office.
Secretary Browning’s Letter Attacks Ratification
A critical editorial denounces Secretary Browning’s letter as a foolish attempt to argue against the Constitutional Amendment. It cites partisan spin from the New York World and accuses Browning of hostility to Congress, warning that the people will decide in November.
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Washington
Andy Johnson
Browning
Andy
New York World
Johnson
Stiit
White House
Congress
Judas Hike
Revierade
The Constitution Amendments Debate in the Green Bay Advocate
The Green Bay Advocate covers the proposed constitutional amendments seen as essential for nationwide unity. It argues the amendments are non radical, necessary to secure due process and equal protection, and align states with federal governance, contrasting them with the Johnson policy.
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Green Bay Advocate
Congress
Tennessee
Johnson
South
Vote for David Ben for Sheriff and the deserter warning
A political notice promotes David Ben for sheriff citing his time, character, and county support while warning that deserters from the Union Army may vote unlawfully. It urges vigilance and lists actions against suspected deserters, referencing past elections where deserter votes affected outcomes and a State Journal citation.
Faithful and Honest Candidate for Clerk of Circuit Court
Voters are urged to back S H Stearns for Clerk of the Circuit Court citing fidelity honesty and readiness to perform duties. The message notes Stearns as well qualified and obliging to all county residents, urging support as the best choice for the office.
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Stephen Ti. Stearns
Sparta
Taeng
Union County
Blue Ridge
Gainesville
Vote for O R Dabbl for County Surveyor
A local voters note urges electing O R Dabbl for County Surveyor citing his honorable military service and engineer background. The message portrays him as a leading surveyor in the country and calls for support in the upcoming election.
Thanksgiving Proclamation and Political Remarks from 1866
A historical proclamation by Lucius Faron Governor of Wisconsin setting a Thanksgiving date, urging abstinence from labor and public worship, praising religious liberty and national unity. Includes political endorsements and critique of a Democratic convention versus a Republican one, highlighting Civil War soldiers and party loyalty.
Republican Union ticket dominates field in delegated convention
The only ticket in the field authorized by a regular delegated convention is the Republican Union ticket. Its men are proclaimed as primed and ready, signaling organization strength and unified support.
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Fice Rr
Republican Union
Prinegler
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