The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1852-10-21


0ur WSscensan CesrssPendencs.
BKLoIr, Sept 26, 1862.
Apathy Of Wisco~sia ~ Political Mattvs-Msx-
ing Of the Democrats Of Rock Co~nty-7M Wing
and Free SOD Parties-7he State Nomi~ations-
County Fair-Horribk Muydv
have been waiting with great patience for
long time past. to CLEAN something interesting from
the political field in Wisconsin, but my patience
has profted nothing. Veterans in politics declare
that there never was such apathy displayed by the
American people, when such mighty interests are at
stake. Occasionally some demagogues attempt to
arouse f,trors, by proclaiming :" grand mass
meeting" at which distinguished speakers from
abroad" win harrangue, with burning eloquence,
the assembled masses. But such demonstrations
generally end in smoke, and the distinguished
speakers from abroad vanish to-the Lord knows
where. have closely watched the movements of
political parties out here, with the hope of being
able to feel the public pulse in regard to them; but
it moves so slowly to indicate not only want Of
fever, but almost Of life. However, from what
have seen, viii try to enlighten you with regard
to the relative position Of the different parties in
Wisconsin.
Wisconsin is. and always has been, strong de-
mocratic State. The present Governor is, indeed,
a whig; but he " rs elected through polit man9u
vering, to kill off an old fogy whom the democrats
had the impudence to select as the nominee Of their
party. Viewing with calmness and candor the Of.
feet Of such nomination in these regions, am led
to admire the sagacity Of tho Baltimore Conven-
ton, in considering the prophecy uttered by the
being guided BY its unerring Judgment. The Wis
consin democrats have adopted this policy In their
recent conventions, and the intrinsic excellence Of
the plan itself has recommended it to their avora
BILE notice. that it seems to be received by the whole
party as . settled and fundamental principle of
their tactics. Working on this bottom, have not
the least doubt that the democrats will carry the
State Of Wisconsin by IN overwhelming majority,
in spite Of Horace Greeley and the wing organs.
The Tribune comes out occasionally with . frothy
episte from some visionary partizan, whose heated
brain fancies wing on every bush; and the editor
follows with sapient and edifying observations on
the superabundance 0fbushes and wings in Wisc0n-
sin; but both scarce as mest0nes, scarcer.
The only approach to enthusiasm that have yet
perceived, was at q mass meeting OF the democrats
Of Rock county, held at GAINESVILLE on the 9TH inst
numerous attendance confirmed the hopes of the
democracy, that notwithstanding their recent dssen
tions with regard to the cold fogy," they were new
united as single man on their candidate for the
Presidency. Several very good speakers addressed
the meeting, and the repeated acclamations showed
that the sentiments there uttered found o welcome
response in the hearts Of the hearers.
The wing party, throughout the State Of Wiscon-
sin generally, is in decided minority, though in
some particular points they Outnumber their oppo-
nents Many Of the staunch old wings have, ever
since the nomination of Scott manifested GOODNESS
which is inexpicable to the younger and more ar
dent politicians. Fillmore was very popular with
the thinking wings of this region and they regard
his rejection the most unfortunate thing that has
ever happened to their party Not much interest is
shown in the distinct nomination of Webster though
he would be preferred to the old hero Of Chippewa
1t is feared by many that the discontinued veteran
wings will cast sly vote for Hale, not for Pierce
The freesoiers, as q party, are next to be consi-
dered. Three years ago that party reached its
maximum of power and numbers in Wisconsin. At
that time in this district they elected all their cam
didates by two-thirds majority over all other par
ties The history Of their rise. triumph and Decline
is very much like that Of the Native American fac
ton in New York city, when Mayor Harper was
elevated to tho dignity Of chief magistrate Of
Gotham. They are now comparatively few, but
not to be despised The principles and doctrines Of
the respective parties the same those rec0g-
out the Union. The wings are ever harping on
Pierce's opposition to river and harbor improve
ments, "a popular measure in the west,) and their
stump orators mako II an everlasting hobby. The
democrats, the other hand swear that Scott is
ass. and they prove it, too Freesoilers look upon
both, ESQ they say as skunk and rattlesnake.
A County Fair is about to be held. which will IL
1ustrate the resources Of this part of Wisconsin
circus is also performing here, making this quiet,
classic little nook, very busy and important for the
present. A man connected with this circus-Spaul-
ding & Co.'s-disd hero yesterday, from the effects
was traced to the thigh 1t appears that the circus
company had fracas with the inhabitants in some
town near Galena, Ill and during the fight this
unfortunate man was shot. The murderous rufian
ran up to deceaeed, who was standing quietly out.
side of tie ARRAY, and presenting pistol within six
inches of his body, fired. mere rumor says that
the murderer has been arrested. d. E. B.