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Newspaper
Wisconsin Argus
Location
Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1846
Page
2
Long jumble of rhetoric and editorials from a 19th century issue discusses trade, protection, and public figures. It references the American Fur Company, freight rates, tariff effects on lead, river navigation, and political commentary tied to figures like Jefferson and Jackson. It notes measures affecting Wisconsin lands and canal projects with strong prose about public sentiment and economic impact.
The article notes UK tea stability amid heavy arrivals and price shifts for wheat and wool. It mentions the assassination attempt on King Louis Philippe and subsequent arrest. It also reports continued commercial optimism in Baltimore or nearby markets with growing factory activity and new businesses, including a wholesale firm planning big employment and a new factory forming near the city. Local political debate is referenced with Whig caution.
The Baltimore Democratic Convention unanamously appoints a committee to inform Vice President Caliex of Baltimore’s desire to pay respects on his return from the Senate duty. It signals diminished confidence in him as a statesman and criticizes his course on the tariff. A failed engine company dispute sparks concern over city expenses and penny subscription plans are discussed to cover costs.
Unable to attend due to sickness, Mr Habre cannot fulfill several county appointments. Friends are urged to continue acting on his behalf to ensure ongoing duties and representation.
The piece denounces the Whig party as a long time supporter of monopolies including banks and land schemes. It accuses Whigs of pushing state systems and protective policies that supposedly enrich bankers and merchants while harming farmers and laborers. The article traces alleged failures in past elections and claims ongoing efforts to secure monetary and land control.
A Wisconsin newspaper urges Democrats of Dane County to unite for the coming election. The piece denounces monopolies and party attacks, defends Democratic principles, and calls supporters to active, vigilant participation to secure victory.
A political exhortation urges Democrats to rally and swell majorities across Dane Green and Sauk counties. It calls voters to support the party nominees and emphasizes faithfulness to the ticket as the rallying cry.
The piece praises Jefferson County candidates including Gronar d Hyer and Hyrn for their Democratic ticket. It urges unity and energized campaigning to elect the ticket, denouncing Whig opponents and urging Democrats to rally from all sectors to support their convention delegates. The weather is noted as excessively warm.
Fragmentary notice reports Danzer and Ronis, young men from our area, drowned while boat loading stone across the lake for Mr Rogerson of Lake Howes. Body recovered Friday after noon and buried the next morning.
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