23 Feb 1854
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Newspaper
Wisconsin Pinery
Location
Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1854
Page
1
J. S. Stevens, Port, San, 30th, 1844, argues against free land grants to the poor, urging government support for industrious farmers. He compares cost barriers to fifty dollars or one hundred dollars, warns grants would hurt the industrious, and urges public land be kept for capable citizens to secure national wealth and independence.
Washington Union reports Senator Douglas's Nebraska bill drawing sharp opposition over slavery. Critics argue the measure sets a territorial self rule on constitution making, potentially denying Congress authority and echoing state rights. The piece weighs Nebraska Utah and New Mexico as equal footing and questions finality of the slavery issue.
The administration departs with the creed at its core and urges smooth passage of the bill without serious partisan opposition. The text echoes Democratic principles that propelled the party to victory under Gen. Pierce and renewed confidence.
A Wisconsin news item notes lack of major updates with focus on Congress Nebraska Bill prospects and a lingering liquor bill. It comments on abolitionism freesoilism and religious debates, then shifts to local matters including advertising for Dorris stock and Warren banking. mentions Madison agricultural college discussions and a proposed traveling lecturer plan as an alternative to a college.
In a bold imperial move England orders Admiral Beymour to assume command of the British Fleet in the Baltic. The note follows reports of ongoing Baltic operations with Turkish victors at Kalafat and Danube islands retaken. The scene shifts to domestic politics as James A. Pearce is elected Maryland senator for six years amid district election chatter.
The article discusses future crops in Wisconsin, noting a heavy wheat crop and strong home demand amid international markets. It highlights grain shortages abroad, immigration effects, and improvements in internal projects, urging farmers to plant early. It also previews lectures by Emerson and Bishop Potter for the Young Men's Association.
The fourteenth lecture before the Young Men's Association was delivered last evening by Bishop Potter of Pennsylvania. Subject Self Culture illustrated by Washington. The audience was large and the lecturer was received with evident appreciation. Lectures before the association have proven rich sources of entertainment and instruction.
Washington reports Post Office contracts in Wisconsin show no extension of mail routes to Stevens Point as the current term nears expiration. Stevens Point still receives biweekly service from Portage City on routes 4548 and 4594, while discussions note future rail grants and land aid pending Congress action.
Madison report covers highway tax bills for Portage and Marathon counties and a bill legalizing act of Plover town clerk. Assembly action includes rail road charter amendments, incorporation proposals for Green Bay and Portage City, and a resolution on U S President and Supreme Court. Senate adjournment date set. swamp land preamble discussed. temple funding plan noted.
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