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Newspaper
Wisconsin Argus
Location
Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1846
Page
2
The report details how rising prices for wheat and flour this spring reflect foreign demand and limited supply. It notes a record wheat crop in Britain yet reduced continental yields, with shipments to Britain continuing and prices volatile. The piece discusses consumption, population, and export projections as farmers adapt to changing demand and potential government corn policy effects.
Report notes departures from the newspaper facility and outlines nominations and standings. The piece mentions Cana and Argue as context for ongoing organizational updates and health of the newsroom staff. It highlights forward momentum and changes affecting coverage.
An 19th century era note criticizes Dare County Whigs over a proposed universal male suffrage measure. It reports a party debate on extending suffrage to all males over 21, the defeat of an negro suffrage amendment, and calls for clarity on whether Whigs truly support broad enfranchisement or risk charges of double standards and political expediency. The piece cites the Madison Express and party positions, highlighting tensions within the Whig ranks and public accusations of inconsistency.
An OCR damaged passage debates Whig and Democratic positions on currency and bank policy. It critiques Whig shifts toward Democratic policy, warns of political consequences, and discusses the social impact of economic decisions on families and fortunes amid historical party tensions.
The excerpt presents C A Benton’s anti tariff stance in a U.S. House speech, arguing for revenue taxation over protection and denouncing monopolist influence. It foresees a rising protest by farmers mechanics and laborers for free trade, mentioning a future Congress with free trade advocates from Wisconsin and Iowa.
An opinion piece discusses a county convention ticket, noting dissatisfaction with some nominees but urging Democrats to unite for victory. It critiques Federalist opponents and praises local candidates like Col. Nacuors and Mr. Sunmman while promoting the new publication Tax opHilus Fist from Philadelphia advocating Odd Fellowship.
A newspaper column voices opposition to tariff duties while outlining campaign plans for the Star Convention and noting Iowa county Democrats nominating Moss M Srrone and Geo. Wa. R. Saree with Col. Pirgzson. It praises Gen. Lucra and urges support for Mr McFarlane, while addressing editorial duties and local cemetery concerns.
A fragment from an old paper notes the Warbington Union refutes reports of an attack on St Juan de Ullos. It suggests the AmFreamen project may restart after a pause and mentions two other papers being staid at that place. It also notes Mr Harwoon of North Carolina resigning from the U.S. Senate and potential gubernatorial appointment to fill the vacancy.
The Portland trial of Captain Labby ends with acquittal on a slave trade charge, while another indictment hints at related acts. The Rochester Republican notes the historic end of the absence of mind case as the jury clears Labby to await trial elsewhere. County officers and Whig affiliations are listed, including Peter W. Mates as Sheriff and J. R Brigham as Clerk.
A fragmentary 1840s column argues for direct taxation based on wealth to fund government, condemning indirect revenue schemes and taxing labor while exempting capital. It cites reformers and a Oregon origin newspaper tale, noting a rise of anti-tariff sentiment and calls for fiscal overhaul.
A garbled OCR snippet mentions the Union-Boe, July Becker, and city ties with fragments suggesting a local civic reference. Names and dates are unclear, but the text implies a dated notice or report involving municipal figures and a union context.
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