11 Sep 1858
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Newspaper
Whitewater Register
Location
Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1858
Page
1
Fragmented verse describes a coastal scene with white haze on the Gills and a sunlit Bay. Doubts arise among men about toil and harvest, then a divine shower arrives, renewing nature. After rain, purification and gratitude follow with a hopeful, blessed ending.
A detailed reminiscence of Whitewater's founding era describes settlers from New York arriving in the mid 1800s, building taverns and homes, establishing churches and schools, and shaping the village layout. It notes militia events, post office beginnings, and early commerce as the community transitions from frontier camp to organized town with taxes, schools, and print news.
The Wisconsin Farmer recounts a July journey to Whitewater and nearby farms. It praises Wm Mulks’s garden, Giles Kinney’s site, J M Clark’s eight hundred acres and Merino sheep, and notes Old Burrows and Newcomb farms. The piece lauds Whitewater’s scenery, agricultural progress, and the enduring pioneer spirit.
Rev John Abbott narrates a convert Bill Johnson who signs a temperance pledge to abstain from hard drinks for one year. The tale follows Bills quirky pledge, social pressure, and the vow’s testing moments, including a landlord confrontation and a vow of sobriety for the year. The dialogue highlights personal struggle and humor in pursuit of temperance.
Fragmented report on weather and crop outlook notes fine conditions improving yields and grain quality. Mentions white wheat prices for animal feed, mixed results across regions, and uncertain consumption and import levels as markets ponder future demand and prices.
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