Road Progress Prompts Local Push For Wisconsin Central
The article urged readers to back the Wisconsin Central through Jefferson and Crystal Lake, noting charter amendments allowing extension toward Lake Superior and town funding for Jefferson to Portage City. It reports a $200,000 rolling stock contract, potential railroad consolidation, and calls for securing permanent company offices in town to foster growth including machine shops and new foundries. It lists election results for the Board of Directors at Elkhorn attendance.
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Guy Rendters
Lake Superior
Montreal
Tstute
Jefferson
Portage City
Th. Cheney
Hei
Haz
Wm. B. Ogden
Hay
Chieags
Punt
Fond Chi Las Co
Calaulus
Chicago, St. Paul and Fond du Lac Railroad Co
Crystal Lake
Chicago
Fond du Lac
Preamit Ronwasters
Messrs. G. FP
B.D. Trarvis
B. Y. Tarris
Jon
Brill
Eivilian
Tig Company
Everpy
Storkholders
Elkhorn
Vote on extending suffrage to all citizens debated
The Albany Leaming Journal argues for universal male suffrage citing states where colored men have voting rights for over a century. It contrasts with Northern politics while noting editorial leadership and the paper’s standing, including editors and exchanges. It also mentions trials, aldermanic races, and transportation incidents, summarizing local and national political climate and notable figures.
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New York
Wiscarmont
Massachusetts
Maine
Wisconsin Voters Urged Support for Edward Whiton Chief Justice
A fragmented letter urges Wisconsin citizens to back Edward Whiton for re election as Chief Justice. It extols his service to liberty and right, argues for a strong majority to ensure moral progress, and frames the vote as a stand for freedom against slavery era opponents.
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Freedom
Igor
Edward V. Whiton
Walker-led forces clash in Nicaragua amid allied surge
Reports from April detail Robert I Walker advancing with 400 men to St George Plaza, burning key areas before retreat to Rivas. Allied Chamorras, with 1200 troops, attacked and were repelled with heavy losses. Walker claims casualties and seeks reinforcement as rumors spread of Kavos joining and Revul’s separation. News from Nicaragua extends to April 18 with ferrying details about the Texas steamer’s arrival from San Juan del Sur.
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New Y York
Texas
San Juan
Nicaragua
Rivas
Puffer
Walker
St. Geo
Plaza
Burna
Chamoras
Tizuuison
Wealker
Sway St
Serapigta
Luekeieles
Livkrilie
Saultatave
Vie Gusta Ices
Enetist
Laukridine
Grenada
Turbulent General Assembly Debate and Political Letters
Fragmentary 19th century political letter excerpts discuss allocations of land near springs, residence moves to Virginia, and a push for appointing Postmasters. Mentions President Buchanan, Milwaukee figures Noonan and Sharpstein, a debate over slave law support, and calls for election law understanding. References to Republicans and Democrats, and voter turnout concerns.
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Peres
Springs
Rene Legion
Virginia
Fierce
Pierce
Railroad safety inventions attract nationwide praise
A selection of railroad safety devices and commissioners for juvenile delinquent refuge oversee trials. Innovations include a self aligning switch with a spring lever and a rail design that redirects misaligned cars. Tests show rapid stopping distances for long trains, and a Cincinnati Dayton line brake proving effective at high speeds. Officials commend the inventive spirit and potential lives saved.
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J. M. Diesef
Buffalo
Buffalo and
New York City
Liornelisville
Bula
Cincinati
Dayton
Oh Bach
European dispatches recount breaching markets and distant campaigns
The April 2 report from New York notes the Belgian steamer Constitution arriving at 4 PM and telegraphic London dates to March 17. It covers wheat demand, Manchester market improvement, Paris money gains, and the Spanish expedition against Mexico growing in menace. Despatches mention the Sound Dues Treaty signed March 4, French intentions in China, and Asian and Caucasian military preparations, with reports of attempted poisonings in Hong Kong and Allied naval movements.
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Constitution
P. A
Uricgs
London
Lospos Marret
Econgels
Mon
Manchester
Paris
Mexico
Peauela
Chef
Copenhagen
China Mail
Tog Kong
Jks
Mong, Kong
Clonevel
Tinlin
Freehshi Bay
Hong Nou
Levant
Xu Javinte
Canton
Ev Lilly
Shanghai
Marseres
China
Tropt
Tussin
Caucasias
Caspie Bet
Hesiiles
California at a Nicarns sun News item and dispatches
California reports in a turbulent update on Walker’s opposition in Nicaragua and Costa Rican troop movements. Deserters reach Panama and Aspinwall. American envoy talks with Granada as Congress shows opposition. California court decisions touch debt interest and prison keeper evaluated. Wheat and market notes accompany scattered local items.
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Aspinwall
Rivas
San Juan del Sur
Walker
Bogota
Maryse
Granada
Congress
Morse
Areausinus
TW. 8
Teaye Rivas
Califia
Senate
Estelic
Legislative Committee
G. BP. Waklean
Wells, Fargo & Co
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Board OF Directors
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Ogle
Cheney
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EB. Fargo
Lake Milla
Kelly Atwood
N. F. Soper
Poti
Chadbars
Coburdis
Baward Bidet
James Haskins
Philip Maxwell
Rufus Cheney
IRS
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F. J. Stans
H. Winsor
Enecctite
Philip Maxwells
E. B. Fargo
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Cunninghan
Eekel
Chase
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Albarn
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Dalton
Whitesboro
Oneida County
New York Assembly
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Sterling New England
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Edward ¥. Whiten
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Heilla Qavy
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Medill
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Sage
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GIS Manufacto
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Wakworth Co
Wisconsin
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Smucual
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Central Railroads
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