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Newspaper
Whitewater Register
Location
Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1857
Page
3
Townsfolk prepare for a large crowd on Tuesday and Wednesday with a fully overhauled Fair Grounds for stock and visitors. The piece notes local industry, new brick houses on Main Street, clock sales from Waterbury Company, rising building activity, and a debate over printing bills and tickets, ending with remarks on reaping efficiency and a comparison of farm equipment performance.
The Wisconsin Annual agricultural show at Janesville opens on the 20th with preparations shaping a grand display. Buildings and grounds are arranged for sheep pigs and chicks with modern conveniences and ample water supply. turnout and exhibits promise to surpass prior fairs and a $6,000 purse is anticipated. Prof Turner of Jacksonville will speak at the event with nearby state fairs in Peoria and Muscatine noted for concurrent activities.
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