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Newspaper

Western Times

Location

Viroqua, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1857

Page

2

Murder Plot Aimed at Judge During Utah Transit

Fragmentary report alleges a conspiracy to murder a judge during an escape to Car ap Valley with Hyde linked to Mormon leaders. The text cites indictments against Utah officials, Brigham Young’s role, and a man Beubow coerced into selling assets after arrest for a disputed debt.

Sarge Purple Fillrumpag Brigham Young Utah U. S. District Court Kid Mista Young Usah Express Ian Shd Dougtepi Douglae Fill'goss Utall Drynkmond Beubow Fox Lake City Ths Church Uteh Drummond Uteh I Chicago Dem. Press

Mis eseri Democrat and May Weather Notes in One Brief

The report notes state apportionment for a constitutional convention based on voter counts, with Lawrence district slated for fifteen delegates while concern rises over alleged irregularities in voter qualification and district representation. It also records a May cold snap, referencing historical freezes and weather observations from Fond du Lac and other regions, and mentions law enforcement notes involving a U.S. marshal and a local apprentice case.

Cedar Valley News Adopts Flexible Subscriptions

The Cedar Valley News of Bradford Iowa earns praise for its quality and editorial standards while noting subscription terms. It offers $2 in advance or $2.50 at year end, and acknowledges revenue risks on risky terms.

Cedar Valley Bradford Iowa Felt Bushnell

Ki Badax County Circuit Court Opens for June Session

The Ki Badax County Circuit Court opened Monday with Hon. Gev. Gale of Galesville presiding. A large backlog of business is expected and rapid disposition is anticipated. Patrons are urged to renew subscriptions for the July starting year and to pay outstanding accounts promptly. Citizens are urged to subscribe to keep the News informed of local developments.

Ki Badax County Juna Seasion Gev. Gale Galesville

Noise and danger in a river port lament

A shocked crowd reports a chaotic scene as a riverfront brass band blasts and a burning mood erupts. A compas recovered from the Mississippi near Victory identifies a deceasedMary Werrington who traveled on the War Eagle from Lubugae to St Paul. The report notes a debt of $254 and mentions burial details in Wis. May 27, 1857.

Western Times Missasaipai Ferry Slough Victory White Coen Ren. G. Ringo Bay Mary Werrington Lubugae St. Paul Foreen Cain Hung J.C Baruyr

Times Publishes On Wednesday For Summer Mail Arrangements

The newspaper changes the publication day from Saturday to Wednesday to suit summer mail delivery needs and ensure timely distribution.

Times

Governor Bashford Nominates Coles Bashford for Wisconsin Governor

The text nominates Coles Bashford for the office of Governor of Wisconsin for a two year term, pending decision by the State Republican Convention. It notes Bashford's reform agenda and a promise of further developments.

Coles Bashford Wisconsin

Independence Day Meeting Proposed in Viroqua

Citizens of Badax County are called to meet at the Court House in Viroqua on Wednesday June 17 1857 at 7:30 PM to appoint a committee for initial preparations of a County Crier Celebration of Independence Day in Viroqua.

Badax County Viroqua Suasen Schisler Susaan Straight Louies Schisler al Schisler Susan Schisler Martin Schisler Susann Schieeler Susann Strait Wathanisl Strait Perry County Ohio Ereoval Paul Scbialer Thia Court Peranda Gop Virogus Speid Ba Vm. F Fareel Williams George H. Williams T Aariet Williams Iarddt Williams Gai George H de Coulis Non Virequa Bada Wm. F. Tennows Beraby Andarsig Fytherersen Badex County Jlensy Springville Jens See Thas

Crop Outlook Says Corn Faces Weak Season Across Regions

The report notes Spring drought persists into June with overall poor corn prospects in the region. Winter wheat and small grains appear fair, but corn yields are expected to be low due to continuing harsh weather and heat.

Age and progress of alcohol in history

The article traces alcohol origins from early Arabian sources to medieval Europe and the Netherlands, noting nine hundred years of alcohol production and early tobaccos. It also reports weather notes, a decrypted hotel bill, a murder near Marlborough, and public reactions to the Dred Scott decision with tied newspaper commentary.

Ramd Abenbeker Mohammed Ba Zarheud Anodlaeeen Netherlands

Eight new coins described by John Anderson

The Philadelphia Mint produced eight coins, presented by John Anderson. The small copper-like pieces are lighter than gold and darker than silver, about a third the size of a cent, with an American Eagle on one side and the inscription United States of America and 1857. The reverse shows One Cent within a wreath. edges are milled with a slight raised rim on both sides.

Philadelphia John Anderson United States of America Amooth

Breaconst Sowers Illustration and Seed Machine Ad

The June issue shows an illustration of the Breaconst Sowers with a grain seeding accessory. It advertises a sewing related machine for field use and notes a low cost around five dollars with a compact design.

New England

DROWNED AND RESCUERS HURT IN RIVER AND BUILDING

Drowned in the Kickapoo at Read town while attempting to save children. Mr. Wim. D. Giles of this place narrowly escaped death when a building he was erecting at Franklin City on the Mississippi was struck by a gale. He was saved by a tool bench that shielded part of the falling structure.

Read Town Martin Shana Wim. D. Giles Franklin City Mississippi John Britt Giles Chem

Death Wins the Race and Messy Moral Lapses Reported

A poem on aging and mortality contrasts youth and age while a minister in Michigan abandons his family for the devil. The piece references the Dred Scott decision and condemns Chief Justice Taney and the Democratic press for upholding slavery and denying liberty and equality.

Death Dred Scott Supreme Court Sacred Taney Milwaukee Sentinel. Ie

Taney opinion cited on rights of African race debate

The piece quotes Judge Taney declaring African race inferiority and lacking rights the white man must respect. It notes he will be remembered for that view, and reports Milwaukee and Mississippi Rail Road back in service after flood delays with freight arriving and no anticipated stoppages.

Taney Milwaukee & Mississippi

Busbin Wins St Paul Mayoral Race In 1922 Election

At the late election in St Paul 1922 votes were polled Hon J R Busbin was elected Mayor by an almost unanimous vote Luke Marvin Rep H G Taylor Rep and A L Carpenter Dem were elected Aldermen Wm R Miller Rep was elected Marshall and David Rohrer Rep Treasurer

St. Paul J. R. Busbin Luke Marvin H G. Taylor A. L. Carpenter Wm. R. Miller Marshall David Rohrer

Poetmaster Monthly Report Letter From 1857

A letter to President Buchanan from Caawrorn County Missouri reports on local post duties and weather, noting weekly mails, high prices, and general satisfaction with administration. It mentions the comet Garyste Mass near Urse Major and records a distant observation as it recedes.

Buchanan Washington Caawrorn County Coun

Large Arrival of Boger and Molames in New York

Four day period ending on the 28th sees 54 vessels arrive in New York from the VepatPatio Salto laden with wear and molsmecs, an abundant supply of deme artialog Tate tha the hands of deen om Sie.

New York Deen

Walk er's arrival and placid reception noted at Lecompte

Gov Walker arrived quietly at Lecompte and declared his inaugural dogma enforcing Territorial Laws while praising fairness in Lawrence. Placerville women form a calico league insisting on church, party, and street appearances in a coffee dress. Snake nest destroyed after Mr Lowin reports a den of rattlesnakes on Grant River killing two dozen with lengths up to four feet. The notice ends with an advertisement for printed office materials at the Tunes Office in Viroqua.

Placerville Thomas Lowin Grant River Lancaster Grant’ Co. Herald

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