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Domestic News July 24, 1861

Prescott Journal

Prescott, Pierce County, Saint Croix County, Wisconsin

What is this article about?

The Wisconsin Farmer endorses Dr. O. T. Maxson's account praising Pierce County, Wisconsin, for its scenic beauty, fertile soil, timber quality, and enterprising people, recommending it for farmers, mechanics, and investors seeking homes or capital gains.

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The Wisconsin Farmer thus very truthfully speaks of the advantages of Pierce Co.

"Dr. O. T. Maxson, of Prescott, publishes an interesting and truthful account of the County of Pierce and its advantages as a location for farmers and mechanics, and for men of capital. We have visited this favored portion of our State and are fully convinced that he has not overstated its claims as to beauty of scenery, fertility of soil, quality of timber, etc., and the enterprise, intelligence, and virtue of its people. His statement should be read by all who desire either to invest their capital for future gain or secure homes for their families."

What sub-type of article is it?

Migration Or Settlement Economic

What keywords are associated?

Pierce County Wisconsin Farmer Settlement Advantages Dr Maxson Agricultural Promotion

What entities or persons were involved?

Dr. O. T. Maxson

Where did it happen?

Pierce County, Wisconsin

Domestic News Details

Primary Location

Pierce County, Wisconsin

Key Persons

Dr. O. T. Maxson

Event Details

The Wisconsin Farmer publishes an endorsement of Dr. O. T. Maxson's account highlighting Pierce County's advantages including beauty of scenery, fertility of soil, quality of timber, and the enterprise, intelligence, and virtue of its people, as an ideal location for farmers, mechanics, and men of capital to invest or secure homes.

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