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Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
IMPORTANT.

The last clause of the law providing for the cleo
ton of three county commissioners and county clerk
declares that this la shall be in force and take effect
from an. after the 9th OF September Now it Is We
ry plain that this law is a law or in other words
there is law providing for election of commission
ers, until after tho 9th of September. by what au-
thorty then do we now proceed TO an election of
Commissioners. &c. We have none whatever, and
any election prospective of The law cannot be valid
simply because there is now no law OF the kind in
existence to justify our acts. We suppose the diff
Guilty in the matter originates from clause in the
law VII CHI provides that notice ofthe election of these
officers shall be given twenty days previous to the
general election But whatever other provisions
there may be in the law there is in fact no law until
after the 9th Of September. All acts in view OF
tho law, previous 10 that Time must be Illegal and Of
no effect.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

We have helrd some dissatisfaction EXPRESSED on
Gc-o@n ofthe nomination by the democratic Conven-
lion of the cd board of county Commissioners. We
believe the views ofihe Convention in making his
nomination were entirely patriotic 1t is known that
orr system Of county government viii be changed OH
the first of April nexwhen the present
system will 60 out of vogue. There is but three
months time for whoever may be elected to hold the
office, and it thought the old commissioners
being acquainted with the affairs and duties Of the
office, would settle up the concerns much more rea
Oily and with much less expense than persons I'M
acquainted with the business We merely make ibis
reinark TO show the views of the convention. For
our own part we consider the matter of importance
In view ofhe Law providing for the election of
~ commissioners, &C. we believe the election ofihese
officers at the present lime is not valid, and will be
so recognized.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

There can be little doubt that this new veto will
create explosion in the cabinet Mr.. Webster
will be sent where he will feel more at home 10 En-
gland. as Minister. In this case what viii become
ofthe influence of Judge Doiy and his friend Mr. Ar
mold. The Judge rendered some pecuniary service
TO Daniel Webster which made him his friend so far
as such matters make friends, and it is now solely
through the influence Of Mr. Webster that the Judge
is not AT once rejected by the Senate. Should Mr.
Webster be removed from the immediate seat of his
Influence the precipi,dncy with which the Judge
would be called upon 10 evacuate the gubernatorial
chair would be caution 10 all evil doors Who have
crcpt into our high places: and the manner with
which Mr.. Arnold would be received in tho polish
ed circles" at Washington would be a caution to
all youngi aspirants, how thoy select their patrons
and friends
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
he House Of Representatives

the House of Representatives.
NATHANIEL BELL, GAYLORD GRAVES and As.pu
PRATT, County Commissioners.
HoLIs LATHAM, Clerk of Board of Commissioners.
LIZ GRAND ROCKWELL, Register.
FERRY q. HARRINGTON, Collector.
HENRY CLARK Treasurer.
ROSWELL REDFIELD, GEORGE EsTERLEYL
MAN H. SEAvER, Assessors.
THEoDoRUs b. NoRTuRop Coroner
AAMs BAILEY, County Surveyor.
Rssofued That thu proceedings of this CONVENTION
be signed by the Chairman and Secretary, and pub
hshed IN the Democratic papers at Milwaukee, and
in the Southport Telegraph.
AUGUSTUS SMITH Chairman
H H1Ea,' / El srAaa.s, Secretaries.
The Convention was honored with the presence of
our worthy Ex. Governor DODGE, who, al The close
of said convention. By special invitation of a COIN
mee appointed for tina, purpose. addressed the con-
vention in able and patriotic manner lie alluded
his course of conduct our late Executive in his
appointment of officers, that he always had cndeav
orcd consult the wishes of the people in all these
things, rather than CRAFTY any personal or political
Partially of his own. What contrast is presented
from the conduct of our present Executive :! Ia hi
illusions TO his recommendations in his messages To
The Legislature for the passage of some law 10 guard
The interests Of the people from any losses o. frauds
BY the Mineral Point Bank, he clearly showed his
zeal and foresight in his approximations of the final
explosion of this rotton and corrupt institution and
had his sage and f.therly advice been adhered to by
Mr.. Arnold and the of The federal part OF our Le
gisllture and Council our Treasury of this county
would no, al this time been gorgcd with some OF
Coz dollars Of the worthless stuff.
He paid to Mr.. Wilton a handsome compliment
for his honesty and ability with which that Gentle
man had advocated tie Safety Fund measure at the
last session of the Legislature in opposition 10 his
political friends. In his remarks respecting tho
present Executive this Territory and of his polii-
zeal opponent for the Delegacy, he used the mo-,
mild and courteous language, merely saying. that
their course and measures were before the people
as well as his own ; and the people The proper
judges of their merits, and The proper Tune " hich
was at the ballot box, they would pronounce their
judgment. He was often cheered during the address
and al The close, resolution was unanimously passed
by the convention, that Individually and collectively
party they would cast their votes for Henry
Dodge for Delegate TO Congress.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
THEY GIVE 1T UP IN RACINE.

The last Milwaukee Journal, (the organ
of the Wing party in the east, sets down
Racine as certain for Gen. Dodge. Why
does lis acknowledge so much9 Because.
we suppose, it knows that aside from Mr..
Arnold's principle, and adherence TO poty,
it is in opposition to the interest OF the
people of Racine to support Mr.. Arnold.
Mr.. Arnold is Milwaukee man; if he
should be elected to Congress, he will not
stay there all his life: he will go back again
10 Milwaukee, and upon the people of Mil,
waukce he must depend for support in his
profession. What then would be his course
in Congress? OF course to conciliate TO the
fullest extent, tie favor of the people Of
Milwaukee. Now we are willing TO allow
10 Milwaukee every thing which her posi-
ton justifies, but we are not willing that
the equal claims Of other portions of the
territory should be overlooked. The inter
est Of Milwaukee is, that a harbor should
be completed there before being common
ced elsewhere, and this is what the people
Of that section expect. Now we venture
TO say, that there is more surplus produce
demanding an outlet 10 marke, from Racine
and Southport, than from Milwaukee. We
have as rich q country and as thickly set
tied, we raise as much grain, as much pro-
duce o.! every kind; common justice would
therefore give US an equal right to Milwau-
kee in the construction of harbors. Would
not the feeling we have attributed to Mr..
Arnold be perfectly natural one, depend
ant as he is upon the people Of Milwaukee.
Suppose bill should come up in Congress
appropriating money for the construction
of harbors, and it should be left for our de-
legate TO say where the money shall be ex-
pended If that delegate is Mr.. Arnold,
is it not plain what the answer would be.
Milwaukee wants the harbor, Milwaukee
must have one, the turn Of the others will
come next, this would be the answer.
This we presume is one reason why the
Journal gives up Racine, for Gen. Dodge
Racine is certain for Gen. Dodge, but she
will share the honor with majority Of her
sister counties.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
DEMOCRATS OF TIE NORTH

Do your duty and our ticket will be elected by n
handsome majority. We can assure you that the de-
mocrats are all united in this section and all active
and determined. There is not doubt but ifthe pro
per exertlon is made, shall be successful These
remarks arc not made in spirit of van ninr or boast,
ing: they arc made in truth and earneslness We ne
yer Witnessed more amin alton, more determination
and more cheerluness, in view of approaching sue
cess, than we witness in the democracy here. Let
no democrat stay at home from The polls, and the sun
which sets on the evening of the 9th, will find the
democracy triumphant usual in Racine.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
SCENE IN THE HOUSE.

Intense excitement prevails in Congress
as we'll as in the whole city Of Washing
ton. On the 9th inst, after the Veto Mes
sage had been read, the House resolvedit-
self into Committee, and resumed the con-
sideration OF the Diplomatic Bill. In the
course of the debate Mr.. Stanley compli-
mented Mr.. Wise on his consistency in IA
vorlng at that time a mission 10 Mexico,
when he had before opposed it. Hereup-
on Mr.. Wise observed that the conduct Of
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
WHEAT MARKET.

A great falling off in the price o::wheat
has taken place within the past few days.
Wheat sold in Chicago on Saturday last
for 50 cents per bushel-some superior
lots sold at IS cents. Buyers in this vii
Iage are now paying 70 cents per bushcl
Many farmers seem now disposed to hold
on 10 their crop IN expectation of higher
prices-time will show whether their cx.
pectatlons VIII be realized.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

QutKE-Dd not Gov. Doty write 10 citizen Of
'his place. who is an applicant for Office, telling him
mat he had been advised by friend, not to remove
Inc present incumbent until after election, as might
nave bad effect, but that when the election was
decided he should have the appointment
How many ofthe delegates TO the Wing convention
at Madison, refused TO put up at the hotel kept by
James Morrison, the man whom Doty has been try
ing to appoint Treasurer because they thought Nor
rson would shave or cheat them in his CHARGES.
An early solution is desired QUIZ.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
READ EsFAD?i
arnold The DOty Candidate proceed 5cyon

the possibility Of controversy.
Our readers and the citizens of the Tef-
ritory generally, will recollect that previ-
Gus 10 holding the Wing Convention at Ma
olson, the name Of Jonathan Z. Arnold was
not mentioned as candidate. No person
in the territory had thought Of him. Col.
Collins, of Iowa, E. V. Wilton, of Rock,
Alfred Brunson Of Crawford, and DR..
Barber, Of Jefferson. were spoken Of, and
ii was certainly calcul ,tcd that one of them
would be the man. Judge Doty did not
think so. We have convcrsed with a gen
tloman formerly a resident Of this terrific
ry, now of Cincinnati, who says that he
Travelled in May last, with Judge Doty from
New York to Utica, and at Bagg's hotel in
Utica, the Judge declared to him that JONA-
THAN Z. ARNOLD, WOULD BE THE
WING CANDIDATE FROM WISDOM
SIN, for the delegacy. Thus, whilst the
matter was one Of profound conjecture to
the people of the Territory, Judge Doty
had declared rs early as May, that ]. E.
Arnold would be the man, and mark the
coincidence. Judge Doly came into the
territory, the convention was held, and j.
E.Arnold, whom the people had not before
thought Of. was nominated. People Of Wis
consn, DO you want any further evidence.
Is it not more than probable that Doty be-
fore leaving Washington gave the authori-
ties there to understand that he would fur
nsh them with some evidence Of this ma
ture, Of his popularity at home. But still
further. 1t was through the instrumental
lily Of the Brown county delegation that
Arnold was nominated. The President of
the convention was from Brown, and last
winter we know he was in favor of Brun-
son, because Brunson was in favor Of the
Improvement Of the Fox and Wisconsin RI
vers. work of paramount importance to
the people Of that section. He is also a
warm friend Of Doty's. Doty passed
through Blown on his way TO Madison, and
when the convention assembled, this gen.
ileman's views had changed: the improve
ment of the Fox and Wisconsin was lost
sight of, aud his influence, which was net
little, was eyerted in favor of Arnold, a
man who from his very position must be
opposed to this work. Was there no ma
nagement, no secret influence here! III
positive evidence ever established thing
in the world, it is plain that ]. E. A rnold
was nominated through the influence of
Judge Doty. With knowledge of this
fact, are you prepared voters 10 sanction
the defections from moral and political ho-
nesty of this MANI Are you prepared to
sanction his appointment as your Cover
nor, when he stands charged by his own
political friends, with embezzlement Of ter
ritoria funds under circumstances Of ag-
gravated guilt and moral turpitude.
One OF the strongest and most upright
and active Wings in Brown county, is an
g. 4 e 7
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
.EnOEher Veto.

Dir. Tyler has returned the new fiscal corporation
bill which had passed both houses, with his objections
An abstnct of his message will be found in another
column. We have not room to publish it entire
This is a new source of congratulaiion to every de-
mocrat who loves his country and consequently
breads the estab shment Of institution Of this ma
ture'
The President has signed the Land Distribution
Bill We have been told that this bill was so amend
Cd before its passage 10 include territories in the
general distribution 1t is our impression that il was
rot We shall see before our next
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
The Milwaukee Journal, whig acknow lodges this
county as certain for Gen. Dodge.

The proceedings of iho Walworth county demo-
cratic convention will be found in another column.
The nominations for members are certainly highly
honorable and talented men. Major Long we had
the pleasure of seeing at Madison last winter and
know that as man and representative lie stood
among the first Mr.. Baker, we know by reputation
TO be one of the most talented lawyers in the terri
Tory 1.-THE people of that district are true to their
interests, the representatives. from Rock and Wal
worth VIII occupy commanding position in The next
Legislature.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

The difference bstWeen Nh;gee and Democracy-
uoV Dodge during his administration made no ap-
continents without either leaving it directly TO the
people or to their Immediate representatives. Gov
Doty has IN no IN tGnce consulted the wishes of the
people, and his appointments are of The most obnox-
ious men that can be found.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

lack 10 be sure the dandy lightness OF his
''airy nothing opponent; bat it has merit
which is far superior-the merit Of warm
hearted sincerity and honesty. If it is ne
cessarv that we should be represented in
polished circles of the capitol, the people
need not be afraid, that their standing will
be lowered by the presence of Gov. Dodge
for whilst he is we'll acquainted with the
courtesies Of society, he can set an exam
pie in honesty Of feeling and speech, which.
if followed, would make the polished cir
cles of the capitol, much better to be court
ed than now. AS regards the inefiiclency
and Iliteracy Of Gov. Dodge, we do not
think it worthy Of notice. Our opponents
have always claimed for themselves all the
talent and all the deccucy. We expect
them to do it now, but it does not alter the
facts. The people did not complain Of il
literacy nor ineficiency, when Governor
Dodge administered the affairs Of the Ter
rtory, nor will they have reason 10 COM
plain should they elect him their Delegate
We have been told that Mr.. Arnold has
BET 500 with citizen Of Milwaukee,, that
he would be elected the delegate. Mr..
Arnold has been accused Of the vice Of
gambling, which he has never denied; how
,ar does this go TO substantiate the charge?
But aside from the nature Of the act in
moral point of view, how degrading must
it appear to all strictly high minded men.
Mr. Arnold Boosting and betting on his
own election. Can he be the high-minded
dignifed and moral man the people Of this
territory want to represent them in the
Councils Of the nationl
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

We learn by gentleman just from Wa
shington, that much doubt hangs over the
confirmation of the appointment Of Judge
Doty. The Senate is waiting for an ex-
preston from the people. Which way
will you have it citizens Of Wisconsin?
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

Gov. Doty stands convicted on the testimony of his
own friends of embezzlemen of territorial funds to
an amount of $1,000. lie is Indian agent Of
The territory and through his hands must pass all the
money connected with this department Do you
expect an honest administration OF affirs1 citizens
The EIhiopian canno, change his skim nor the leo
pard his snois
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

The Chicago Dem 'crat very properly remarks that
Lofty succeeded in procuring no appropriations for
tho benefit of The Territory and it cannot be expect
ed that his right hand man. Arnold will have any bet
ter success.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
WALWORTH COUNTY DEMOCRATIC
CONVENTION

At q Democratic Convention of De,egates from the
several towns in this county at Elk Horn the 9th
inst, the following persons were duly nominated for
the following offices TO be supported al the ensuing
annual election, 10 wit:
HUGH LONG and CuARIEs " BAKER Members Of
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

Up stump.-The Madison Express Of
this week acknowledges that Gov. Dodge
is no defauler, and strange to say, does
not-contain a single other charge agai nst
him. The tongue Of Islander is dumb.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

OFWe shall have word 10 say 10 our
Democratic friends in Racine and the adj
joining counties, with regard to our own
fairs, In our next.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

We caution the friends of Democracy
and Gen. Dodge, to guard against the arts
Of the enemy. We have had some evil
dence that falsehood will not be spared to
effect their ends. For the fifteen years
which Gov. Dodge has been in the terrific
ry, his reputation and character have re-
manned unsullied. viii you voters at this
late hour, allow any slanderous attacks 10
influence your minds:-wll yJu allow the
breath of a moment to destroy in your es-
timallon the character which ha; beenfo
ming for years. Depend upon it, if aught
in truth could be urged against Gen. Dodge,
it would have been done ere this, which IS
sufficient evidence that the charges which
may be preferred when too late for con-
tradiction, will be false. Be steady, be
determined, be true 10 yourselves and your
cause, and all will be well.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

ne last milwaukee Sentinel assures The friends
oil nov Dodge that the old veteran will have at least
one hundred majority in tina, COUNTY.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
ATTENTION THE UNIVERSE!

Wheel into line by Kingdoms and Ma
tons, and listen Gov. Dodge has been
declared defaulter TO the territory in the
sum of $3.50. The world is a pauper in
honesty: weep for the lallibity and degre-
dation of poor human nature. The man
who has passed long life without a stain
and whom his friends were proud to believe
among the most upright, has sacrificed re-
putation and friends, and all for $3.50.
Seriously, charge Of this nature was
ushered to the world with all the dignity of
an extra, by the Madison Express. Were
it not TO convict the publishers Of a willul
faIsehood, ard 10 put the public on their
guard against them hereafter, this charge
would not be worth the dignity of notice.
We however, append the letter from the
War Department to Gov. Dodge, which
shows his account settled. Such attempts
from the dishonest men who administer az
fairs al Madison, to blast the reputation Of
an honorable and honest man, should be
promptly rebuked, and we much mistake
the spirit of our citizens, if Monday the
9th does not administer a rebuke they will
have no difficulty to understand
A COPY.
WAR DEPARTMENT,
CFFIcE OF INDIAN AFFAIRS,
July 9th, 1841.
SRI have the honor to acknowledge
the receipt Of your communication Of the
18th ult. with the enclosed accounts.
The baance'of 1852 4Gcs. admitted by
you to be due the United States, you will
please pay over TO his ExceIlency, Gov.
Doty, taking his receipts, (Which you will
please forward to this office under the fol-
lowing heads, viz:
Pay Of Interpreters, $50 90
Provisions for Indians, 2 as
Very respectfully your ob't serv't.
Il. HARTLEY CRAWFORD.
Gov HENRY DODGE, Mini Point, Wis.
Gov. Dodge was absent from his resi-
dence when this letter arrived. Upon his
return he found that Gov. Doty was absent
from Madison. He however, Immediately
forwarded the balance TO John Catin ESQ.
at Madison, with instructions to pay it over
on Gov. Doty's return: and when Gov.
Doty sees fit to return to his duties, this
will be done. So tumbles this talsehood to
the ground What next2
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
Democratic Nominations.
For Delegate TO Congress.
HENRY DODGE.

For Representatives,
George EgGschcgdcr,
Elisha 8. Sigy,
County Commissioners,
.EOlsss Hassgess,
Ey6sSrN2ss e.. EAOyS,
Peter .N0rtiR,
Clerk Of Commissioners,
John ANaissGeV,
Treasurer,
~. III. sl1rNgsse,
assessors,
George y. Wright,
CaMHeId Marsh,
Henry Lines,
Collector,
~. B. sSIns0r,
Coroner,
Charles LeeE,
Surveyor,
Jason -KOthTOp,
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21
THE TELEGRAPH.

SOUTHPORT, w. r., SEPTEMBER 81, l64l.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-09-21

One Of the strongest and most upright
and active Wings in Brown county, is an
active friend Of Gov Dodge.
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