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Newspaper

Western Times

Location

Viroqua, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1857

Page

2

Northwestern Farner Favors Chinese Sugar Cane Cultivation

A scattered notice from the Northwestern /Armstrong exchange urges readers to cultivate Chinese Sugar Cane. It details an experimental crop and offers seeds via the Farmer’s club network, noting potential profits, seed quality, and distribution plans. The excerpt also mentions a California Kiama county tree anecdote and a state university building order.

Kiamath California Wasemis State University Madison

Edward V. Whiton for Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice

Fragmentary notice from The Western Times Pierre's Ticker lists Edward V. Whiton as a candidate for Chief Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court with adjournment notes and references to county matters and local land tax issues.

Supreme Court of Wisconsin Edward V. Whiton

Agricultural Society organized in Baxard County meeting

Citizens gathered at the Court House on Saturday the 7th inst and formed an Agricultural Society. Ch Waters was elected president with G Spurrier as vice president J A Somerby secretary and A Keeler treasurer. The enterprising proprietor plans to rebuild after recent damage. Chief Justice Taney administered an oath at Beit past 11 oclock. The Mansios Houas by Miles C Pond Esq was deemed a Victory. No insurance noted.

Frank Sonora Taney Beit Finis Miles C. Pond Citizens of Badax Co Court House Ch Waters G. Spurrier J. A. Somerby A. Keeler TL Ems Salt Lake Brigham Young England Tlenry Ward Beecher Cumberland Court House

Cabinet Officers Mentioned in Democratic Era Record

The document lists Buchanan era cabinet figures with names and titles including Tewis Cass as Secretary of State, Te C Cobb as Secretary of Treasury, Jacob Thomason as Secretary of War, John B. Floyd as Attorney General, and Edward Quincey Brady as Postmaster General. It notes pension and property issues, a widow's share, a mystery about Dr Burdell, a San Francisco Vidal case, and remarks on emigration, Oxford University expulsion for stealing roots, and pre Civil War Mexican trade totaling $0,070,000 in 1855.

Fragmentary Political Plea From Local County Candidate

A damaged fragment shows a hopeful candidate addressing a county race. The speaker references names and a bid to secure official office, urging support amid unclear local political maneuvering.

Removal of the Capitol of Minnesota debate intensifies

Fragmentary text discusses a proposed move of Minnesota's capitol amid political contention. The Pioneer notes proposals and figures like A Gorn and Wy Laiten, with references to a bill and potential public reaction shaping the issue.

Minnesota Fuoner Grom McVey Furthe Miniz Ube Gerlolby Goy Gortfren Tuddellnee Raul

Political tumult and local fires loom in Wisconsin and beyond

The piece outlines election rhetoric for a Republican contest, calls for support of Judge Wares, notes a woodlands surge in logs and a heavy snow season, and reports a Tuesday morning fire in a building owned by Mr Zeutier causing about 4000 dollars in losses with 2500 insured.

Ibor Hala -Efre Asaature Br. Zeutier

Circuit Court opens with criminal cases ahead

The Circuit Court for the county convenes Monday under Judge Gale. Several crimes to be tried include an indictment against James Arkensinns for obtaining goods under false pretenses. motions to quash expected. G P Haswell, Esquire, to defend. Also a new post office zone in Richierd County named Lane Rock with Henry Pardiefort as Postmaster on the Milwaukee and Mississippi line.

Gale Momnay James Arkensinns G.P. Haswell Jackson Co Burner Richierd County Lane Rock Henry Pardiefort Minster Milwaukee & Mississippi Railroad

Destructive La Crosse Fire Sparks Wide Conflagration

A major blaze destroyed a block on the east side of Buate Street in La Crosse beginning around 1 o clock Saturday night. The fire swept the area within about 90 minutes, leaving a heap of ruins amid extensive property losses and fear for nearby structures. Local authorities and fire squads battled the flames as residents reported heavy smoke and scattered embers over surrounding streets.

LA Crosse Anildio Gs Bere Buate Street Es Saloca New England Netionel Dem Extra

Milwaukee and Mississippi Railroad Elects Directors and Officers

The Milwaukee & Chicago and Milwaukee & Mississippi Railroads report annual director elections. Directors include JK Watkins and E Buttes with officers elected such as President CK Watkins. A subsequent meeting named Edward H. Brodhead as President and George I. Walker as Vice President, with J Gill as Registrar. The notes praise Mr Brodhead and the former officers.

Lae Shore Milwaukee & Chica Rgo R. I Heic JK. Watkins Milwakee E. Buttes Cc. B. Hull Ts "Od. Moody JV. Aver Kenosha E. PF. Bistop Bruceport A. EL Stewart C.F. Reofiid B. Vernon Milwaukee & Mississippi RR M&m. R. R. Company Edward H. Brodhead George I. Walker Vor, Tatton J. Do. Gill New York Brodhead Catlin Are-Eleenin

Court Reports on Dred Scott Ruling and Missouri Land Warrant

Fragments from New York dated March 7 detail the Dred Scott decision's major points and dissenting views, noting federal authority limits on slavery in new territories and the constitutional basis for citizenship. Also included is a notice about a land warrant adjustment tied to bid prices, with a sixty day deadline for completion.

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