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Newspaper
Whitewater Register
Location
Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1862
Page
2
The Whitewater Register notes the Supreme Court reversed its winter decision on state taxes and discusses the desire for a permanent uniform tax law. The piece argues for a legislature enacted measure taxing all property equally with a clause shielding it from court changes.
The Governor's Message is concise and plain in style. It is a bootucas-like, common-sense production with practical suggestions for the Legislature and favorable to the state.
Reports describe a severe fight near Richmond at Grat that engaged almost all units on both sides. Casualties exceed 3,000 total, with uncertain rebel losses and disputed winner. Silent details prompt debate on which army held the field and when a victor would be declared.
General Banks reinforced resumes offensive in the Shenandoah Valley. Jackson reportedly retreats to Front Royal as Fremont and Banks converge at Strasburg. Dispatches say Jackson's force and trains passed through New Market with 15,000 Confederate troops in the valley. Union attack on Jackson’s rear guard at Wisher’s Withh.
A War Department dispatch notes Gen Pope with 40,000 men thirty miles south of Corinth pressing the enemy, with 10,000 prisoners and 15,000 arms captured. Locomotives and cars are seized, repairs underway, and further runs expected. Separate items mention British views on Northern war resolve and state printing contracts and debt figures.
The address reflects on the death of Governor Harvey in Savannah Tennessee River and honors those who aided his recovery. It notes citizens including Dr. R. B. Clark and others who assisted, mentions a reward, and lists supporters who escorted the remains to Chicago. It laments Senator Charles Quentin's death and discusses several pre adjournment bills and constitutional timing rules.
A Wisconsin governor's message argues for winding up Paymaster General, Quartermaster General, and Commissary General duties by transferring auditing tasks to the Secretary of State and disbursing duties to the State Treasurer. It calls for increased Supreme Court judges and outlines needs for sick and wounded soldiers relief and funding. The note details salary reductions for Adjutant General, Military Secretary, and Paymaster General, plus staffing changes and emergency provisions.
Letter from Edward Solomon urging extending state bounty to the 20th Regiment amid a new Federal call for volunteers. Includes discussion of 1861 extra session laws and possible constitutional tax decisions affecting rail and plank road property. Remarks on justice, victory, and future legislation.
An extraordinary wartime style court opinion discusses returning to the 1855 rule, warning that overturning longstanding tax decisions could disrupt state finances and private business. Justice Paine argues the court must follow established decisions to avoid statewide upheaval. A separate note reports a kidnapping incident in Janesville and a Green County rescue, plus Indiana wheat crop optimism.
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