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Newspaper
Western Times
Location
Viroqua, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1856
Page
2
A damaged newspaper fragment presents a polemic on preserving the Union through song and racial tensions. The writer mocks abolitionist sentiment, advocates harsh measures against Black people, and insists on Northern cultural dominance to keep the Union intact. The piece includes local notices about Readstown, Hamlet, and nearby services, hinting at a river town with developing infrastructure.
A brief notice describes The De Soto House as a pleasant traveler’s stop with polite staff Mosars Kurtz and Hale. It notes a new post office forthcoming in the hamlet near Rendatown and mentions several new buildings, a three mile distant hotel, and a growing village. Water wells near Viroqua reveal water at 40 to 60 feet depth, with formation and maintenance details.
A long fragment discusses proposed county name changes from Badax to a Christian name, noting mock origin stories of the Badax river and town. The writer rails against liquor, recalling cautious cautions about alcohol and urging sobriety amid drinking temptations. The piece includes reminiscences, local dialogue, and reflections on cultural labels.
A 1856 act requires town board chairmen to erect guide boards at major road intersections and maintain them with funds from the town treasury. Neglect incurs monthly fines of five dollars and court costs, with penalties for defacement and repair. Damages go to the town, and officials must aid prosecutions. act published immediately and in force after publication.
The Benton ticket has been withdrawn leaving supporters free to vote as they choose. Expectation grows for a Fremont ticket to appear soon with strong anticipated votes in the region.
A fragmentary report notes a memorial item for Mr. Weelgy Grom and an event involving Vase Ravine. Details are incomplete but indicate a recent tribute and local remembrance activity with possible floral or ceremonial elements.
Citizens of Badax county and nearby areas are invited to attend the Fremont Pole raising in Hadax on Wednesday September 10 1856 the anniversary of Perry s Lake Erie victory. Sunrise salute will mark the event the pole to be raised between 10 and 12 o clock afternoon speeches by R C Biercc and A Keeler followed by hotel dinner and an evening ball at E Alemander s hall all inviting men women and children to join in the celebration.
A Republican Mass Meeting on Aug 20 nominated a delegate to the Mineral Point Congressional convention and a presidential candidate for the district. Moses Benj. Ball and D. A. Johnson spoke. Lt. J. Defrees elected delegate to Mineral Point. County delegates named to attend. district convention set for Sept 24 to nominate candidates for state offices. The meeting adjourned with Mr. Thane Spencer presiding.
The Democratic Convention held in La Crosse on August 3 1854- board, chaired by Wink Dennison with SCL Lincoln as secretary, examined credentials of delegates, elected Blakesley, Terhnne, Tees, Haswell and Blake to represent the district, and adjourned after appointing a credential committee and appointments for future conventions.
K. C. Bierce and J. E. Newell announce a political meeting in Newton at the village school house on September 6 at 2 PM. Elys to address the questions of the day, inviting local residents to attend.
A St Louis report claims renewed civil war and a planned raid by proslavery forces from Missouri against Free State supporters in Kansas. Accounts say 385 Lane men surrounded Capt Treadwell’s forty, sending a woman to Gov Shannon for aid as U.S. troops reportedly refused to act.
A fragmentary report describes Col. Titus resisting with 20 men to aid Capt. Treadwell, followed by his house being surrounded and destroyed. Prisoners were surrendered to Lane's force, many killed, and men wounded. Proslavery and anti-slavery violence intensifies with assaults near Lecompton and Onawa, widespread property destruction, and calls for Missouri volunteers to join combat.
A fragmented letter from the National Kansas Committee appeals for immediate assistance amid rising threats in the Territory. It warns of armed bands from Missouri and the South, seeking to attack scattered settlers after the Lawrence incident of May 21, and requests timely provisions and military protection to prevent devastation.
Fragmentary wartime style note from the National Committees urging immediate help for Kansas. Mentions funds entrusted to them for forwarding persons and provisions to Kansas. Calls for support, mentions Galena, and names Albert B. Hurd as secretary in Chicago for donations and proper application.
California dispatch reports a major fire at Placerville from the Union Hotel area. Winds drove flames along Main and Sacramento to the Cedar ravine, destroying wooden structures and several offices while brick buildings withstood. One life confirmed with rumors of others. many residents left homeless as losses mount.
A Washington dispatch reports Gen Granger of New York, an elderly opponent of slavery, attacked in an omnibus by Virginia delegate Fayette McMullen over political differences. McMullen struck Granger twice. witnesses separated them as Granger condemned ruffianism and slavery's champions. Cabinet met, issuing a proclamation to reconvene Congress at the Capitol on August 5 to address military funding and state needs.
A dispatch from Lecompton dated August 16 reports about 600 Lane’s militia men surrounding the town. Col. Payne’s 4th Regiment is cited. citizens appeal for help from Law and Order supporters as U.S. troops reportedly suffer defeats. Prisoners held in Sheriff Jones’ house, women and children flee, ammunition runs low, and rescuers are urged to arrive before massacre. Names D R Atchison W H Russell Jos C Anderson A G Boone appear on the message.
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