Dec. 1847-July 1857
Part VI (Pages 1-50)
The number in parentheses (bold) at the beginning of a line or in the middle of a line is the page number of the original document. The typist used the same format as the original with a few exceptions and corrections in spelling.
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In accordance with, and pursuant to, the 9th section of the Act to incorporate the Wisconsin Phalanx, the stockholders and members of said corporation met at the school house of the Wisconsin Phalanx on the 2nd Monday of December 1847 between the hours of 8 & 9 A.M. for the purpose of electing one President, one Vice President, one Secretary, one Treasurer and nine Councilmen.
After the polls were declared open by the President the meeting proceeded to elect by Ballot a President.
The first, second, third, fourth and fifth ballotings resulted in no choice, there being no one having a majority of the whole but on the sixth balloting Stephen Bates was declare duly elected he having received 35 out of 66 votes.
At the first balloting for Vice President William Starr was declared duly elected, he having received 44 votes out of 63.
At the first balloting for Secretary Uriel Farmin was declared duly elected he having received 53 votes out of 59.
At the first balloting for Treasurer A. D. Wright was declared duly elected he having received 35 votes out of 56.
At the first balloting for the nine councilmen there was seven declared elected, their names and votes were as follows: viz: Jacob Beckwith for him 39 against him 17 votes, total 56
Jacob Woodruff " " 45 " " 11 " " 56
Chester Adkins " " 35 " " 21 " " 56
James Hebden " " 29 " " 27 " " 56
Carleton Lane " " 29 " " 27 " " 56
Benjamin Wright " " 36 " " 20 " " 56
Robert D. Mason " " 38 " " 18 " " 56
The second and third ballotings resulted in no choice.
At the 4th balloting Seth R. Kellogg was declared duly elected to the council, he having received 29 out of 53 votes.
At the sixth balloting for councilman Benjamin Sheldon was declared duly elected he having received 26 votes out of 46 votes.
Recapitulation of the officers of the Wisconsin Phalanx for the present fiscal year, viz:
For President Stephen Bates
For Vice President William Starr
For Secretary Uriel Farmin
For Treasurer A. D. Wright
For Councilmen: J. Beckwith, J. Woodruff, Chester Adkins, James Hebden, Carleton Lane, Benjamin Wright, Robert D. Mason, Seth R. Kellogg, and Benjamin Sheldon.
Benja. Wright, Pres't.
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A meeting of the council having been duly called by the President thereof was held at the school house of the Wisconsin Phalanx on Tuesday morning the fourteenth of December, A.D. 1847. The roll was called and the following officers answered to their names, viz. The President, J. Beckwith, Jacob Woodruff, B. Wright, C. Adkins, S. Bates, J. Hebden, Carleton Lane, S. R. Kellogg, R. D. Mason and Benjamin Sheldon.
On motion of B. Wright the standing rules were suspended.
The standing rules which were adopted by the former council was called for, read and adopted, which was as follows, viz:
- The President shall take the chair at the time which the council was notified to meet, or adjourned to, and shall have the names of the councilmen called and if a quorum be present, shall have the proceedings of the last meeting read and corrected.
- He shall preserve order, and decide questions of order (subject to an appeal to the council), shall appoint all committees unless otherwise ordered by the Council.
- Questions shall be put in the following manner "As many as are of the opinion that &c, say aye" "Those of a different opinion say no." Whenever the ayes and noes are called for by a member, they shall be taken and recorded on the journal and each member shall vote unless excused by the Council and the President shall vote in alphabetical order as Mr. President.
- After the Journal has been read, and corrected, the order of business shall be as follows--1st the presentation of letters, Petitions, Bills, Applications, Remonstrances, and similar Documents. 2nd. Reports of Committees. 3. The presentation and consideration of Resolutions provided that no resolution shall be adopted, until referred to and reported by Committee of the whole. 4th. Unfinished business.
The President shall put all questions arising in regular order without any special motion.
- All motions resolutions and amendments shall be reduced to writing by request of any member of the Council and if adopted shall be recorded at length in the Journal by whom presented, and the Ayes and Noes if taken.
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6. When any member shall be about to speak, he shall arise from his seat, and address "Mr. President" and shall confine himself to the question.
- When a question is under debate no motion shall be received; unless to adjourn, to lay on the table, for the previous question, to postpone to a day certain, to commit, to amend, to postpone indefinitely, and these several motions shall have precedence, in the order in which they stand arranged.
- A motion to adjourn, or to lay on the table, shall be always in order, and shall be decided without debate, when the previous question is asked for, the question shall be "shall the main question be now put" which shall also be decided without debate.
- Any member may require a call of the Council to be made, and absent members to be sent for, and the question pending when such call is made, shall not be decided until the absentees are present, unless by unanimous consent.
- All applications for full resident membership shall be referred to the committee on Applications, when the committee reports favorably, the report shall lay on the table until the next meeting of the Council. When the vote is taken on the adoption of the report, the Ayes and Noes shall be taken.
- Standing Rules may be suspended by two thirds of the members present.
On motion by J. Hebden, it was Resolved that there be 7 committees elected by Ballot. One consisting of 3 on Applications, one of 3 on Mechanics, and 5 committees of one each on Education, Horticulture, Agriculture, Miscellaneous and Domestic, the one receiving the highest number of votes in any department shall be the Chairman of the committee in that department.
The committees elected are as follows, viz:
William Starr,
Jacob Woodruff
Jacob Beckwith Committee on Applications.
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Jacob Woodruff
Benjamin Wright
Carleton Lane Committee on Mechanics
Benjamin Sheldon Committee on Education
R. D. Mason Committee on Horticulture
S. R. Kellogg Committee on Domestic Affairs
Jacob Beckwith Committee on Miscellaneous affairs
Chester Adkins Committee on Agriculture
On motion, the old business which was laid on the Table by the former Council, was taken up, referred, &c.
The proposition of Lucius Cooper was presented and referred to the Mechanical Committee to report at the next Council.
On motion, the Council adjourned to meet Monday evening.
Uriel Farmin, Secretary W. Starr, Prest.
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In Council Monday evening Dec. 20th A D 1847. The members of the Council present were the President, S. Bates, J. Woodruff, J. Beckwith, Adkins, Hebden, Lane, Wright, Mason, Kellogg, and B. Sheldon.
On motion of S. Bates, Resolved that an order be drawn on the Treasurer for $1.41 to pay B. S. Sanborn's expenses to Fond du Lac.
On motion of B. Sheldon a resolution was presented which reads as follows viz: Resolved that scholars admitted into school, who do not belong to the Phalanx be charged $.... per quarter, which upon motion was referred to the Educational Committee.
On motion of S. Bates the following resolution was presented viz: Resolved, that all articles or produce consumed on the Domain by members while engaged in the Business of the corporation, shall be charged to them at the annual appraisal price, which upon motion was referred to a meeting of the members of the Wisconsin Phalanx.
On motion of Wm. Starr the following resolution was presented, viz: Resolved that the rate of advance in provisions &c for the present fiscal year shall not exceed ...cents per house, and .... cent per cent to stock, which upon motion was referred to a meeting of the members of the Wisconsin Phalanx.
On motion of J. Beckwith, resolved that the Secry. is hereby instructed to balance the books of the last fiscal year with individuals by passing to the credit of each, in a new account, the amount due under the "advance rule" and issuing stock for the remainder of their dividends, and credits, the balance over even shares to be entered to their credit on the new account, requiring all persons to balance their accounts if in debt by a transfer of the same kind (whether advance or stock) as that for which they shall stand indebted or by credits for property purchased by the Phalanx, which resolution was adopted.
On motion Resolved that an order be drawn on the Treasurer in favor of C. Adkins for 57 flour barrels Bot at Dartford at 3/- per Bbl.
On motion of C. Lane Resolved that the Secretary be instructed to draw orders on the Treasury in favor of those who have advances due at the rate of ... per cent which per cent shall include all money paid in advance to members, the past fiscal year.
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The Mechanical Committee on the proposition of Lucius Cooper reported unfavorably which report was accepted and adopted.
An account of J. Beckwith was presented consisting of various articles, amounting to $176.18cts, which was in part allowed and an order drawn to the amount of $76.18 cts, and the balance was laid upon the table for further consideration.
Upon motion J. Beckwith was appointed a committee to confer with George W. Clark and to obtain and report a proposition from him to the next meeting of the Council in reference to the purchase of lumber.
On motion, adjourned to Wednesday evening Dec. 22nd, 1847.
Uriel Farmin, Secry. W. Starr, Prest.
The Council met pursuant to adjournment.
The roll was called and all the members were present.
The committee appointed to confer with George W. Clark in reference to the purchase of lumber from him, for the Wisconsin Phalanx, reported by a written proposition from Mr. Clark which was accepted and adopted & also resolved that we take the lumber from the mill at the rate of Ten Dollars per M. and that J. Beckwith be appointed agent to see to the getting and putting up of the lumber and to the carrying out of the contract.
On motion, adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secretary W. Starr, Prest.
In Council Monday evening Dec. 27th, 1847.
There being a quorum present the following passed before the Council.
On motion of B. Wright, Resolved: That the Chairman of each sub-committee of the Industrial Council or Committee be instructed to present the bills of purchases in each department respectively to the Executive Council.
A resolution was also offered by Chester Adkins in reference to fixing a regular price per week for board at the Public Table which was laid on the table.
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An account of Lester Rounds was presented amounting to Twenty-eight 55/100 Dollars which was allowed and the Secretary requested to draw an order on the Treasury of the Wisconsin Phalanx for the amount--also
An account of D. D. Martin was presented in the name of Mr. Wright amounting to 57 cents which was allowed and an order ordered to be drawn on the Treasury for the amount.
On motion adjourned.
W. Starr, Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening January 3rd, 1848.
The roll was called, a quorum being present they proceeded to business.
An account of J. Beckwith amounting to $8.74 was presented, allowed and the Secretary instructed to draw an order on the Treasury for the amount. Also
An account of W. Starr amounting to $3.25 for 150 copies of the annual statement was presented, allowed and the Secretary instructed to draw an order on the Treasurer of the Wisconsin Phalanx for the amt.
On motion adjourned.
W. Starr, Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening Jan. 10th, 1848.
The roll was called, a quorum being present they proceeded to business.
An account of V. C. Mason for one bushel of Apple Seeds amount $25 was presented, allowed and the Secretary instructed to draw an order for the amount
Also an account of Dart & Sherwood was presented for 13 bbls at 38 cts each, amounting to $4.88 cts. with an order to pay the amount to Thomas L. Dicson which was allowed and the Secretary instructed to draw an order on the Treasurer of the Wisconsin Phalanx for the amount.
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On motion of Stephen Bates Resolved, That John Limbert be and is hereby appointed sexton for the Corporation for the present fiscal year.
On motion of Stephen Bates Resolved, That J. Beckwith be and is hereby instructed to purchase 2500 bricks, provided they can be obtained not exceeding 20 miles distant at a reasonable price.
On motion of W. Starr, Resolved, That the Secretary is hereby instructed to credit such town or county orders as may be paid in by members, on their cash account, and apply them to the payment of taxes against the Phalanx for 1847 and draw an order on the Treasury for the balance due if any.
There was also a proposition brought before the Council for the purchase of a Young Heifer which was referred to the Agricultural Committee.
On motion adjourned.
W. Starr, Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening January 17th, 1848.
The roll was called a quorum being present the Council proceeded to business.
An account of J. Beckwith against the Wisconsin Phalanx was presented, allowed and the Secretary instructed to draw an order for the same. Amt of a/c $21.31 cts.
After something of a lengthy discussion upon a report made by the Agricultural Committee on a proposition of J. Beckwith to sell a young Heifer, it was re-referred with instructions to confer with Mr. Beckwith and report a price upon which they might agree to the next Council.
On motion adjourned.
W. Starr Prest.
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Met in Council Monday evening January 24th, 1848.
The roll was called, a quorum being present, the Council proceeded to business.
An account of Stephen Bates was presented, allowed and the Secretary instructed to draw an order for the same. It being for goods purchased in Milwaukee as per bill and rect. of Fred Warner on file, and Expenses, amounting in all to $12.89 cts.
Also an account of Uriel Farmin for School Books purchased in Milwaukee as per bill, amounting to $14.50 cts was presented, allowed and the Secretary instructed to draw an order on the Treasurer of the Phalanx for the amount.
Resolved, That an order be drawn on the Treasury for $32 in favor of Jacob Beckwith to be applied to the purchase of butter.
On motion of Mr. Starr, Resolved That Mr. Ewing is hereby instructed to confer with the Parents and distribute the school books, lately purchased at Milwaukee to the scholars of the Phalanx according to their need and report the amount to the Secretary to be charged each Parent unless paid by them and pay any monies so received into the Treasury.
On motion of Benjamin Wright there were two resolutions brought before the Council one in reference to the shutting up of a certain Red Cow, and the other in reference to the putting up and fatting of a certain brockle faced Red Steer, both of which were referred to the Industrial Council.
On motion of S. R. Kellogg, Resolved, That a committee of three be appointed to confer with V. C. Mason and ascertain his terms, for some lumber wagons, and report the propriety of purchasing the same. The committee appointed were J. Beckwith, S. R. Kellogg, and C. Lane.
There was also a resolution brought before the Council by recommend of a meeting of the members in reference to fixing the advance to
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be paid in Articles furnished and charged to individuals by the Phalanx &c which was referred to a committee of 3 for revision to report to the next council. The committee was composed of S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, & J. Beckwith.
Also a resolution offered by C. Adkins for fixing a fictitious value or rate per week for board at the Public Table, formerly laid upon the table, was taken up, discussed somewhat and again laid upon the table.
Also a resolution with a catalogue of Articles or provisions with their prices annexed to be charged members who labor on the Domain for the present fiscal year, was laid upon the table to be called up at some future meeting.
The committee to whom was referred the proposition of J. Beckwith for the sale of Heifer &c reported unfavorably which report was accepted, adopted and the committee discharged.
On motion of, Resolved That James Hebden be appointed agent to purchase 20 bushels seed corn providing it can be purchased at a reasonable price.
On motion adjourned.
W. Starr, Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening Jan. 31st, 1848.
The roll was called, a quorum being found present the Council proceeded to business.
The committee to whom was referred a resolution for the purchase of wagons of V. C. Mason reported unfavorably, which report was accepted, adopted and the committee discharged.
There was also on motion a committee appointed to draft Rules and Regulations for the admission of members &c the committee appointed were W. Starr, B. Wright, and U. Farmin.
On motion adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secy. W. Starr, Prest.
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Met in Council Monday evening Feb. 7, 1848.
The roll was called a quorum being present they proceeded to business.
A letter from John Prouty was read and referred to the Committee on applications. Also a letter from David Putney was read and the Secretary instructed to answer the same.
An account of S. Bates for the purchase of 22 M shingles of Pettibone and others at $3 per M amounting to $66 was allowed and ordered to be paid out of the Treasury.
An account of James Hebden for the purchase of 10-1/3 bushels of seed corn was presented, allowed and ordered to be paid out of the Treasury. Cost $1 per bushel amounting to $10.33 cts.
On motion of Stephen Bates, Resolved That the Horse Team be sent to Sheboygan as soon as convenient with a load of flour and return with groceries, if they can be purchased at reasonable terms.
On motion of William Starr, Resolved that J. Beckwith is hereby appointed Lumber Agent to purchase lumber and shingles, when able to do so at a reasonable price, in exchange for Articles that we have to spare and sell such surplus, as may not be wanted, for the use of the Phalanx.
On motion of W. Starr the following resolution from the members in Mass Meeting assembled,
Resolved That the amount of advance to members for current expenses, in articles produced, and for sale by the Phalanx, shall not exceed 5 cents per hour on medium class labor, and that in the annual settlement the Council shall determine the relative proportion of the whole dividend, which can be paid in cash or book charges (except rent), and those not having drawn up to that amount during the year be entitled to the balance thereof.
The ayes and noes were called upon the following resolution, also returned from a meeting of the members. Those voting in favor were J. Beckwith, James Hebden, B. Wright, R. D. Mason, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, and B. Sheldon. Those opposed were W. Starr, C. Adkins and Carleton Lane.
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Resolved that the following Articles when consumed on the Domain, by members while engaged in the business of the Phalanx, be charged at the prices annexed; to take effect at the commencement of the second quarter of the present fiscal year:
Flour per Hundred at $ 1.75
Graham Flour " " 1.38
Buckwheat " " " 1.25
Corn Meal " " " 1.38
Pork " " 3.00
Beef " " 3.00
Mutton " " 3.00
Beans per bushel at 1.25
Potatoes " " " .25
Onions " " " .50
Turnips " " " .12
Carrots " " " .20
Beets " " " .20
Milk for the months of June, July,
Aug., Sept. Oct.
per quart .01
Milk for the remaining part
of the year at .015
Butter per pound " .125
4 feet wood per cord " 1.00
Wood sled length cord " .75
Lard per pound " .08
Clear Pork per pound " .07
Hams " " " .07
Shoulders " " " .06
On motion adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secretary W. Starr, Prest.
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Met in Council Monday evening Feb. 14th 1848.
The roll was called and the following members answered to their names viz: President, J. Beckwith, C. Adkins, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg and B. Sheldon.
On motion of William Starr, Resolved That the Treasurer is hereby instructed to advance temporarily to the Domestic Committee, when needed for the purchase of provisions, an amount not exceeding Seventy-five Dollars taking his receipt therefor, for the faithful disbursement of which the Domestic Committee will be considered responsible, and will be required to present bills thereof to the Council.
There was a resolution presented which called for a dividend of ten per cent on the Advance Dues of last year which was laid on the table.
On motion W. Starr was appointed a committee to revise and arrange the By-laws and report to a meeting of the members on Thursday evening next.
An account of S. Bates for lumber &c bought of M. D. Coorey and Chancy Pettibone amounting to seventy four dollars and forty three cents was allowed and ordered paid.
A letter from Cincinnati, Ohio, subscribed by J. Harvey Leeck to the Council, the letter was referred or returned to Mr. Chase with instructions to answer.
Also a letter was received from L. Clough, of Eric County, N.Y. dated Jan. 24, 1848, which was laid on the table.
Also an application for membership was made by Matthew Limbert which application was referred to the Committee on Applications.
An account for the purchase of butter on which a $32 order had been paid leaving a balance due J. Beckwith of $6.07 cts was ordered paid; also an account of J. Beckwith for groceries expense &c was presented, allowed and ordered paid from the Treasury.
The Committee to draft Rules and Regulations concerning the admission of members &c reported, which report was accepted and referred to a meeting of the members of the Wis. Phalanx.
Uriel Farmin, Secy. W. Starr, Prest.
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Met in Council Monday evening Feb. 21st, 1848.
The roll was called and the following members answered to their names, viz: President, J. Beckwith, C. Adkins, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, R. D. Mason, S. R. Kellogg, and B. Sheldon.
There was a letter presented and read before the Council from E. H. Hunter of Galena. Upon motion it was laid upon the table.
And also one from H. W. Hurlbert of Buffalo, New York. On motion the secretary was instructed to answer it.
A proposition from Lucius Cooper was presented and read. It was accepted with the proviso that the Council have it somewhat corrected in form. See proposition on file.
A petition from Arlisle Seaman for the sale of stock to the Wisconsin Phalanx was presented, read and on motion was laid on the table for one week.
The following accounts were presented, read and ordered paid from the treasury, viz:
L. Rounds presented a bill of Sundries for Grist Mill, Thrashing Machine and medicines for horses and cows, amounting to $12.36.
Also the following accounts were presented, allowed and ordered credited on the books of the Association, viz:
One from J. Limbert for making 68 flour sacks at 3 cts. per sack amounting to $2.04 and another from A. D. Wright for the making of 304 flour sacks at 3 cts. apiece and 2 bags at 6 cts. each amounting in all to $9.24 cts.
On the motion of W. Starr the following By-Laws were presented, read and adopted by the ayes and noes. Those voting in the affirmative were the President, J. Beckwith, C. Adkins, C. Lane, B. Wright, R. D. Mason, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, and B. Sheldon. None voting in the negative they were declared unanimously adopted.
Sec. 1st. The Resident Members shall constitute an Industrial series, the President and Secretary of the Phalanx being ex-officio, Chairman and Secretary thereof--this series shall elect annually ten persons, viz: 3 from the Agricultural, 3 from the Mechanical, 1 from the Mechanical, 1 from the Horticultural, 1 from the Educational, 1 from the Domestic, and 1 from the Miscellaneous Departments, who shall constitute an Industrial Council, subject to the direction of the Executive Council, and who shall organize
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themselves into sub-committees for each distinct branch of industry.
Sec. 2nd. This Council shall take the over-sight of all Industrial business, and if either branch, department or group be found wanting in numbers, energy, capacity or means they shall provide for removing such defect, applying to the Executive Council for the funds or facilities necessary to prosecute their labors. The sub-committees shall organize Groups to perform the labor in their respective departments, each group to choose its own Foreman.
Sec. 3rd. The duties of the Foreman shall be to direct the labor of his Group, to credit daily the number of hours performed by each member thereof, to report such time to a meeting of the Series to be held on Saturday evening of each week, when should any member be dissatisfied with the amount of credit such member may appeal to the Group, or Series, whose decision shall be final. All time not objected to in this manner shall be credited by the Secretary on a book kept for the purpose. Each Foreman shall have charge and care for all tools belonging to, and all property raised, or created by, his Group, until such property is secured ready for use subject to the direction of the Council or Series.
Sec. 4th. All time shall be credited in hours and shall be classed, on a scale of figures ranging from 1 to 25, at the expiration of every 3 months, each persons time to be placed by the Industrial Council on the scale opposite to and to be multiplied by some No. of the scale, subject to appeal to the Series whose decision shall be final.
Sec. 5th. Using ardent spirits as a beverage and keeping them and allowing others to use them as a beverage, gambling, profane swearing, vulgar language, licentiousness, slander, censoriousness, and fault finding, indolence, neglect of the business of the Phalanx, abuse of cattle or horses, hunting, fishing or unnecessary labor on the first day of the week, shall be deemed misdemeanors and shall be punished by reprimand or expulsion.
Sec. 6th. Whenever the President shall be notified in writing that any member has violated the act of the incorporation or any of the By-Laws or ordinances of the Phalanx he
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shall lay the subject before the next meeting of the Council. If the Council after due examination of the case shall order further proceedings to be had, the president shall call a meeting of the resident members of the Phalanx, by a proper notice, stating the object of said meeting. In said meeting the whole subject shall be discussed. The question shall be put in the following manner: Shall the subject be indefinitely postponed? If decided in the affirmative by a majority, it shall be deemed ended. But if decided in the negative, by a majority the question shall be put in the following manner: Shall (naming the person) be expelled from the Phalanx? On this question the members shall vote by ayes and noes. If those voting in the affirmative be two-thirds of the actual resident male members over twenty one years of age, he or she shall be considered expelled and shall be notified by the President that he or she is no longer a member of the Phalanx. After which the Council may take such further action in the case as they may deem proper. If those voting in the affirmative be not two-thirds of the voters, the question shall then be put in the following manner: Shall (naming the person) be publicly reprimanded? If a majority decide in the affirmative, then the President shall publicly reprimand such person. But if a majority decide in the negative, the subject shall be deemed ended.
Sec. 7. The Council may accept the resignation of any officer of the Phalanx, in which case, they shall call a meeting of the members and stockholders to fill such vacancy.
The Committee appointed to draft Rules and Regulations for the admission of members to the Wisconsin Phalanx, reported the following, which was accepted, read and adopted by the ayes and noes.
Those voting in the affirmative were the President, C. Adkins, B. Wright, R. D. Mason, S. Bates, and B. Sheldon. Those voting in the negative were J. Beckwith C. Lane and Seth R. Kellogg, making six in favor and three opposed to the report.
Sec. 1st. Any person of good moral character, not otherwise disqualified, shall be eligible to resident membership of this Phalanx, as hereinafter provided.
Minors and other persons, under legal disability, by first obtaining the written consent of those whom the law invests with the requisite authority, shall also be eligible.
Cases not included in either of these two classes shall be subject to the special action of the Council.
Sec. 2nd. All persons hereafter admitted to Resident Membership shall first pass through the following degrees: Viz: 1 Visitor, 2nd Candidate.
Sec. 3rd. Persons wishing to become Resident Members shall make application in writing to the Council, stating their name, age, place of residence, state of health and present business. What occupations they have generally pursued, what one they would prefer and what they would be willing to pursue, how much they will invest in the capital stock of the Phalanx in the event of their becoming resident members: also the age, sex, health and business qualifications of such members of their family as they desire to bring with them, and the time when they wish to commence their residence on the Domain.
They shall also subscribe their assent to the rules and conditions of admission to resident membership.
Sec. 4th. On receipt of an official invitation, applicants shall at the time agreed upon, commence their residence in the Phalanx not exceeding one month. Visitors will be credited by the groups in which they work their time of labor, which shall be rated in the same mode, as the labor of members, for the purpose of determining the costs of each department of Industry and for settlement in case they become resident members.
Sec. 5th. At the expiration of their period as visitors applicants shall in writing notify the Council whether they wish to become candidates. If so, and the Council agree, they may become candidates, and in this relation, they shall continue for a period not exceeding nine months, having their labor credited as before mentioned.
Sec. 6th. At the expiration of their period as candidates, applicants shall give the Council written notice whether they wish to be admitted to Resident Membership, and if so, and the Council agree they may be admitted to Resident Membership and shall thenceforth be entitled to all the privileges and bound to the same duties of Resident Membership, as provided in the Charter and By-Laws.
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Sec. 7th. The accounts of those who become Resident Members shall be settled upon the basis of membership from the time they were admitted as visitors.
Sec. 8th. Applicants are expected to furnish their own bed and bedding at the time they become candidates and to furnish themselves with clothing during their entire period as applicants.
Sec. 9th. The connection between this Phalanx and applicants may be terminated at the option of either party by giving ten days notice, and all Applicants, who labor efficiently in authorized branches of industry, shall be advanced their board and Room Rent, including fuel and light.
All expenses incurred by the Phalanx on account of such applicant beyond those specified above, shall be settled by them, upon leaving, as extra expense.
Sec. 10th. Those who shall not have labored sufficiently to defray their expenses at the rate of 5 cents per hour, for medium class labor, during the period of their connection with the Phalanx, shall pay for the deficiency at a rate, not exceeding Two Dollars per week, for all of Twelve Years old and upward. Children under Twelve and over Seven shall be paid at Two Thirds and those from Two to Seven years old, as one half of the above mentioned rate.
Sec. 11th. Nothing shall be paid by the Phalanx to any applicant who shall not become a resident member, beyond the expenses specified in Sec. 9th, unless by re-arrangement with the Council.
C O V E N A N T
The undersigned desiring to aid in the establishment of the conditions of the true life and believing Association to be an efficient means thereto wishes to co-operate with the Wisconsin Phalanx; and hereby promises to observe the foregoing rules and conditions.
On motion of S. Bates Resolved, That W. Starr is hereby appointed to prepare for and procure the printing of 200 copies of the Charter, By-Laws, and Regulations for the Admission of Members.
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There was a flour resolution presented by S. Bates in reference to H. Gordon Martin, which was laid on the table.
On motion of B. Wright, Resolved that we declare a dividend of ten per cent on the advance dividend of last that is due to members and that the Secretary be instructed to draw orders on the Treasury for the same.
On motion, adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secy. W. Starr, Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening Feb. 28th, 1848.
The roll was called and the following members answered to their names viz. J. Beckwith, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, J. Hebden, R. D. Mason, President and J. Woodruff.
A letter from John Landon of Factory Point was read and on motion was laid upon the table to be called up at some future time.
An application of D. Simpson for to drive a Horse Team was presented, read, and on motion laid upon the table for further consideration.
The application of Arlisle Seaman for the sale of stock was taken up and referred to Uriel Farmin with a request that he draw up and circulate a subscription for the sale of her stock, or any part of it, from those members who have advance dues and will be willing to take the amount they subscribe in stock.
An account of J. Beckwith was presented, read, allowed, and ordered paid from the Treasury amounting to $141.84 for Groceries, Lumber, Buckskins, &c.
Also an account was presented by S. Bates in favor of the Grist Mill, for the purchase of Goods of Gillet, Lyman and Bishop at Fond du Lac and also for Lumber of C. Pettibone and ordered paid from the Treasury amounting to $57.15 cents.
The committee on application of M. Limbert reported favorably, which was accepted.
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On motion of S. Bates, Resolved that the within Bill of Goods be paid from the Treasury to L. Rounds and the same be charged to W. D. Strong in account. Amt. of Bill $3.98 cents. See Bill on file.
On motion, adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secy. W. Starr, Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening March the 6th, 1848. The Roll was called and the following members answered to their names, viz: J. Beckwith, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, President and J. Woodruff.
A letter of Miss Charlotte A. Haven of Portsmouth was read, before the Council and upon motion referred to the Sec. to answer.
A letter from James Sym of Milwaukee was also read, and on motion referred to Mr. W. Chase with instructions to answer it.
An account of J. Beckwith for Groceries, Tools and Paints amounting to $102.50 cents was read, allowed and ordered paid from the Treasury of the Wisconsin Phalanx.
The committee appointed to purchase Horse Team &c reported the purchase of a Team, Wagon and Harness and Bear Skin at the price of $211, seventy-six dollars down and one hundred thirty-five dollars payable on or before the first of June next. The report was accepted, adopted and the $76 ordered paid from the Treasury immediately and the balance to be paid when due.
A proposition was received from James Hebden, C. Lane and D. D. Martin for the sale of a truck wagon for $40 which was acceded to and the money ordered paid from the Treasury when a certain note given for the wagon shall become due together with use.
A resolution was presented by S. Bates calling for 100 hours in favor of O. H. Capron for surveying etc. which was referred to the Industrial Series.
On motion of Benjamin Wright
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Resolved, That C. Lane be instructed to buy the following bill of Goods when he goes to Sheboygan next time, viz. 1 keg, 3 d nails, one of 4d, 3 of 8d, 2 of 10d, one gross of 4-1/2 inch Butts, one of 3-1/2 in Butts, one gross of 1-1/2 inch screws large size, one gross of 1 in screws, one large door handle for outside door, and 3 small door handles for inside doors.
The application of M. Limbert was taken up, and adopted by the Ayes and Noes, all voting in the affirmative. He was declared duly admitted.
On motion, Adjourned.
Uriel Farmin Secy. W. Starr, Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening March 13, 1848. The roll was called and the following members answered to their names viz: C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, James Hebden, R. D. Mason, Pres. and Jacob Woodruff.
An account of G. Limbert was presented which amounted to $2.79 cents for lodging L. Simmons from Nov. 28th to Jan. 30th, 1848. It was allowed and ordered paid.
Also an account of C. Lane for expenses to Oshkosh for lumber amounting to $3.15. It was allowed and ordered paid.
On motion of R. D. Mason, Resolved that the price for seed wheat be fixed at 75 cents and barley at 5 / shillings per bushel.
On motion of C. Lane, Resolved That Benjamin Wright be sent to Gremeaus to make a bargain with him for lumber, to pay in Flower (flour?) if he thinks proper
On motion, adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secretary. W. Starr, Prest.
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Met in Council Monday evening March 20th, 1848. The roll was called and the following members were present viz: S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, James Hebden, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon, President and J. Woodruff.
A letter from Thomas Smith, West Troy, N.Y., was presented, read and motion was referred to the Secretary to answer as soon as Charter, By-Laws &c are printed.
Also a letter from Wm. Tomlinson, Breadys Bend, Armstrong County, Penn., was presented, read and on motion referred to the Secretary with instructions to answer it.
An account of J. Beckwith against the Wisconsin Phalanx was presented and ordered paid from the Treasury of the Wisconsin Phalanx, it being for lumber and shingles purchased of C. Pettibone amounting to $52.88 cents.
A petition of G. Lane for the tenement vacated by Hiram Barnes was presented and read and on motion said tenement was appropriated to G. Lane.
Resolved that an order be drawn on the Treasury in favor of S. Bates for $14 to pay C. Lane's and Wm. E. Holbrook's expenses to Sheboygan.
On motion of Stephen Bates, Resolved that we will exchange the following articles with Hiram Barnes for stock in the Phalanx viz: 1 or 2 hogs, 15 bushels of spring wheat, 6 bushels of barley, 20 bushels of potatoes, and flour for his family use, for one year, not exceeding 300 lbs. per month, on condition that he fully vacate his tenement and resign his membership in the Phalanx, and W. Starr is hereby appointed an agent to carry out the above.
The above resolution was substituted for a proposition of H. Barnes and accepted by him.
On motion, Adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secy. W. Starr, Prest.
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Met in Council Monday evening March 17th, 1848.
The roll was called and the following members answered to their names viz: S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, James Hebden, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon, President, and Jacob Woodruff.
The following specified letters were read before the council and referred to the Secretary to answer, viz: One from John Ferral of Pittsburgh, Penn., and one from William M. Willis of Marion, Linn Co. Iowa.
The following accounts against the Wisconsin Phalanx were presented, allowed and ordered paid from the Treasury, viz.
C. Lane for expenses to Oshkosh - $2.75
J. Hebden for 6 bushels of seed corn - $6.50
J. Beckwith for 98 lbs. of butter and one firkin - $13.00
J. Beckwith for Groceries and Hardware at Sheboygan - $93.25
On motion of S. R. Kellogg, Resolved That L. Parsons be charged Ten dollars on account for timber cut in the South Woods to make his stable.
On motion of S. R. Kellogg, Resolved That 250 cherry trees be purchased of V. C. Mason at 16 cents apiece and that J. Hebden be appointed to receive them.
On motion of Carleton Lane, Resolved That all the members be requested to pile up their wood. Those living in the Long Building, outside of the road, around the Building, those in the West Block in suitable places to clear away the chips, and that all be requested to remove all the rubbish and chips, from their respective yards and deposit them in a place that shall be designated by the Industrial Council, by the 10th of April next, and that the Industrial Council be requested to appoint a man or committee who, if any member fails to comply with the above, be empowered to pile up the wood, and remove the rubbish and chips as above directed and charge the time spent to each member and that said Committee be instructed to remove (as above mentioned)
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all the rubbish, chips and nuisances about all the Public Buildings and further that the Industrial Council be requested to appoint a man to repair the fences around the buildings and patch the roofs if wanted and whitewash the buildings and fences that are about the Buildings and report the time for the above labor.
There was also a proposition for making brick presented read and on motion referred to a committee of 3 with discretionary power, to contract for the making of brick if they upon further consideration should deem it advisable. C. Lane, W. Starr and M. Limbert appointed such committee.
On motion adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secy. W. Starr, Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening April 3rd 1848. The following persons answered to their names viz: C. Lane, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, James Hebden, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon, President, and J. Woodruff.
There was a proposition presented to the Council from J. Beckwith for the sale of a certain wagon which was on motion referred to a committee to confer with J. Beckwith and report &c.
An account of S. Bates against the Phalanx for 33 Flour barrels amting to $11.55 was presented, read and ordered paid from the Treasury.
A resolution concerning cloth and yarn at Watertown was presented and on motion laid on the table.
On motion the following resolution was taken up: Resolved that the price of Board for the Public House be fixed at six shillings per week as a fictitious value, until the value of labor for the year be known, and then the price of Board be fixed at what it cost and was referred together with the subject of fixing the rates of board for persons of different ages to a committee of three to report a plan to a meeting of the members. (C. Bates, C. Lane, R. D. Mason)
On motion, adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secy. W. Starr, Prest.
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Met in Council Monday evening April 17, 1848.
The following members of the Council were present, viz: B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, Jas. Hebden, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon, President, J. Woodruff.
The following letters were read and referred to the Secy. with instructions to answer viz: one from Aliel Barnard of Northampton, Mass. dated Mar. 20, 1848. One from Jas. Holland of Rockton, Winnebago County, Illinois, March 27, 1848, and one from E. W. Fairchilds of East Bloomfield, Ontario County, N Y April 3, 1848.
The following accounts were presented and allowed viz: one in favor of W. Starr for 200 copies of printed Circulars Amt. to $6.50 and one in favor of J. Hebden for sowing straps, cord and paste board amt. to $1.31.
The committee that was appointed to confer with J. Beckwith in reference to the purchase of a certain wagon bought of C. W. Critz reported favorably and on motion of Mr. Beckwith proposition was received, the report of the committee adopted and the secretary instructed to credit the amount ($28) to Mr. Beckwith's cash account.
There was a Resolution presented for the Building of a Hog Pen and the shutting of hogs which was on motion referred to Industrial Council.
There was also a resolution presented in reference to the appointment of G. Lane Overseer of the Boarding House and was laid on the table.
And also a motion of Stephen Bates, Resolved That the following Bill of Goods be bought at Sheboygan by Mr. Smith viz: One side sole leather, one barrell of Tar, 3 pair sheep shears, 1 1b of nutmegs, 3 pieces of sheeting, 2 dozen spools of cotton thread, 1 lb of colored cotton thread, 1 barrel of molasses, 1 piece of cotton for children's ware, 1 box of candles, 1 piece of Kentucky Janes, 3 shovels, 3 spades, and 1 manure fork.
On motion, adjourned.
U. Farmin, Secy. W. Starr, Prest.
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Met in council Monday evening April 24, 1848. The following members of the Council were present, viz: C. Lane, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, James Hebden, R. D. Mason, B. Sheldon, President, and J. Woodruff.
There was letter of inquiry presented to the Council by D. D. Martin which on motion was referred to him with instructions to answer it.
On motion of Seth R. Kellogg, Resolved That C. W. Cunitz be appointed to take charge of the wagon lately purchased of J. Beckwith and let it to members (when wanted) at the rate of twenty-five cents per day, if not wanted for the use of the corporation and in no case shall there be a tongue put in it.
On motion of William Starr, Resolved That the Domestic Committee is hereby instructed to send for, and hire such female help as may be needed in the kitchen.
On motion the letters from L. Clough, E. H. Hunter, John Landon, and John O. Watels (which were laid on the table) were taken and referred to the Secretary with instructions to answer.
On motion, adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secy. W. Starr, Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening May 1, 1848.
The following members were present, viz: C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, James Hebden, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, President and J. Woodruff.
A letter addressed to the Council from Dr. Ewing was read, and on motion referred to the President of the Phalanx, to confer with Dr. Ewing on the subject of the letter.
A letter was also presented to the Council from A. Shepard and on motion was laid on the table.
On motion of S. Bates, Resolved That an order be drawn on the Treasury in favor of S. Bates for $15.88 cts. for R. Smith's and W. E. Holbrook's expenses to Sheboygan.
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On motion of S. R. Kellogg, Resolved That a committee of three be appointed to investigate the claims of applicants for tenements in the new house and report to the Council in 2 weeks. The committee appointed were J. Woodruff, C. Lane and R. D. Mason.
On motion of Benjamin Wright, Resolved That the Secretary be instructed in settlement of this year's account to credit on the advance dues of each individual member and stockholder's interest on their last year's advance dues, equal in per cent to the dividend to stock for this year, and that said interest be calculated from Dec. 6th, 1847 until the said advance dues are paid.
On motion of S. Bates, Resolved That a committee of two be appointed to confer with L. Rounds to ascertain on what terms the goods now belonging to him can be purchased and also concerning the use of the Post Office as a place of deposition for the goods of the Wisconsin Phalanx. W. Starr & B. Wright were chosen said committee.
On motion adjourned.
Uriel Farmin Secy. W. Starr, Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening May 8th, 1848. The following members of the Council were present viz: C. Lane, S. Bates, J. Hebden, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon, Pres. and J. Woodruff.
There was a letter presented and read from D. Putney concerning land depositing deed &c. On motion it was referred to S. Bates as a committee of one with instructions to see if money could be raised to purchase the same at what per cent and for what length of time.
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A statement from C. F. Timann was read before the Council on the manufacturing of starch, &c on motion it was referred to the Industrial Council.
The following accounts were presented and ordered paid from the Treasury, viz: One from S. Bates for 7 Flour barrels, of S. Gavett amounting to $2.45, one from J. Beckwith for goods bought by R. Smith at Sheboygan amounting to $87.89 and one from S. Bates for expenses to Watertown for cloth and other articles $2.00.
An application for admission to membership in the Wisconsin Phalanx was recd from Dr. J. S. Ewing and referred to the Committee on Applications.
The committee appointed to confer with L. Rounds Esq in reference to the P O reported the P O ready for the use of the Phalanx as place of deposit and also a readiness on the part of Mr. Rounds to sell his stock of goods now on hand.
On motion the report was referred to the President of the Phalanx with instructions that he inform Mr. Rounds that the House will be wanted by the Phalanx and that dispose of his goods as soon as convenient.
On motion adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secretary. W. Starr, Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening May 15th, 1848. The following members of the Council were present, viz: B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, James Hebden, R. D. Mason, B. Sheldon, President, J. Woodruff.
The following letters were read and referred to the Secretary to answer, viz: one from Collins Goodyear, Kingsferry, Cayuga Co., N. Y. Apr. /48 and one from Henry Casson, Hennepin, Ill. May 5, 1848.
The following accounts were presented, allowed and ordered paid viz: one from S. Bates for expenses of C. Lane and W. E. Holbrooks to Oshkosh and Sheboygan amounting to Fourteen Dollars and eighty five cents and one from B. Wright for lamp black and sand paper, amt. .63 and ordered to be credited on advance account, also one from J. Stuart for Lumber amounting to $3.25 to be credited on the advance.
The committee appointed to receive applications for tenements in the new house reported progress and asked leave to sit again, which was granted.
The committee on applications reported to the application of Dr. J. S. Ewing back to the Council with the recommend that the applicant have leave to withdraw his application. On motion the report was accepted and leave to withdraw was granted.
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On motion of S. R. Kellogg, Resolved That W. Starr be appointed to make arrangements for and send the money as soon as may be and secure Title of that land which is offered us by Mr. Putney.
On motion of S. R. Kellogg, Resolved That L. Stilwell be appointed & authorized to get such lumber as may be wanted & can be had of F. A. Strong in exchange for such produce as we may have for sale or for blacksmithing.
On motion adjourned.
U. Farmin, Secy. W. Starr Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening May 22, 1848. The following members of the Council were present viz: C. Lane, S. R. Kellogg, R. D. Mason, B. Sheldon, President and J. Woodruff. There being no quorum present, on motion they adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secy. W. Starr Prest.
Met in Council especial session May 25th, 1848. Members present were C. Lane, B. Wright, S. R. Kellogg, J. Hebden, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon, President, and J. Woodruff.
A petition was sent in from the Ladies of the Wisconsin Phalanx asking for the construction of suitable machinery for washing . It was referred to the Chairman of the mechanical committee with instructions to draw up a plan and report at some future meeting.
The following accounts were presented, read and ordered paid viz: one from S. Bates for $2.63 cts for expenses to Oshkosh of N. Hunter for lumber, one of C. Lane for Goods and Groceries bought at Sheboygan May 22nd, 1848 amounting to $77.51cts. and also one of J. Beckwith which was ordered in part paid Dec 20, 1847 and the balance laid upon the table for future consideration was taken up and ordered paid. Balance $100.
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On motion of B. Wright, Resolved That the Horse Teamster is hereby instructed to contract with Anable and Company for a bell of about 100 lbs. weight and hangings, warranted, in exchange for flour.
On motion of C. Lane, Resolved That S. R. Kellogg is hereby appointed to purchase a Horse Team for cattle or for such other property as can be spared.
On motion of B. Wright, Resolved That the Agricultural Committee is hereby instructed to have two loads of wheat threshed out and sent to Milwaukee for the purchase of saw mill irons.
On motion adjourned.
Uriel Farmin, Secy. W. Starr Prest.
Met in Council Monday evening May 29th, 1848. Members present were C. Lane, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, J. Hebden, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon, President and J. Woodruff.
A letter was received and read before the Council from Cincinnati, Ohio, from E. Jacobs. It was referred to the Secretary with instructions to answer.
The following accounts were presented and ordered paid from the Treasury, viz: one from S. Bates for expenses to Sheboygan, Oshkosh etc. and also for repairs of wagon, horse medicine and goods amounting to $20.26cts.
One from V. C. Mason for 250 cherry trees, onion, seed and chalk amounting to $41.34. One from A. D. Wright for making 186 flour sacks at 3 cents apiece amounting to $5.58--exception credited on the advance. One from R. Smith for the use of Horse 6-1/2 days amounting to $3.25 also credited on the advance, and one from N. Hunter for Leather for marking a pump amounting to $1.00
There was a resolution presented for procured help in the Blacksmith Shop and was laid on the table for future consideration.
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There was also a resolution presented for the sale of a 2 yearling Bull to H. G. Martin which was referred to a special committee appointed some time since to sell H. G. Martin property on agreement with instructions to sell if they think it advisable.
On motion of W. Starr, Resolved That an order be drawn on the Treasury payable Sept. 1st, 1848 with interest in favor of James Clarkson for $90 and one likewise in favor of James Stuart for $40 payable in like manner--they being for cash advanced for the purchase of the Putney lot.
On motion adjourned.
Met in Council Monday evening June 5, 1848. The following members were present, viz: J. Beckwith, C. Lane, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, President, J. woodruff.
The following accounts were presented and ordered paid from the Treasury, viz: one of J. Beckwith as per bill of G. H. Ledyard & Co. May 29th, 1848 amounting to $17.41cts. One from S. Bates for Lane's expenses to Oshkosh, Holbrook's and Mason's expenses to Sheboygan and Bbls of S. Gavett all amounting to $27.94. One of J. Beckwith for 1149 feet of flooring bot of Dodge and David at Oshkosh amounting to $12.63. Also another of J. Beckwith for a Bill of Goods Bot of Anable at Sheboygan by W. E. Holbrook amt. $84.88.
The committee appointed to receive applications for tenements in the new House &c reported a list of applicants for tenements in said house, the report was accepted and upon motion was laid upon the table.
The committee appointed to purchase a horse team report the purchase of a team and harness for $170, 100 dollars to be paid down and $70 on the first of Sept. next. The report was accepted and adopted and orders ordered to be drawn on the Treasury for the amounts as reported
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by said committee.
On motion adjourned.
Met in Council Monday evening June 12, 1848.
The roll was called and no quorum being found present on motion the Council adjourned.
Met in Council (special session) Jun 16th, 1848. The roll was called and the following members were present viz: J. Beckwith, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, J. Hebden, R. D. Mason, President, and J. Woodruff.
On motion R. D. Mason was chosen Secretary protem.
The following letters were presented to the Council, read and referred to Wm. Starr with instructions to answer them viz: one from Andrew Anderson or Waterbury Conn. dated May 28th, 1848, one from O. P. Stevens of Ohio City dated May 28th, 1848, and one from E. Daniels Ridgeway dated June the third 1848.
The following account was presented, allowed and ordered paid, viz: one from Wm. Starr amounting to $2.63 dated June 12, 1848.
On motion of Stephen Bates, Resolved That the foreman of the Horse Teamsters is hereby appointed to exchange our wool for cloth or cash.
On motion of S. R. Kellogg, Resolved That C. Lane, R. D. Mason, and W. E. Holbrook be appointed Horse Teamsters and that C. Lane be Foreman.
On motion of S. Bates, Resolved That the Miller is authorized to see wheat at the Mill for 75 cts. per bushel.
On motion of W. Starr Resolved That no Cattle, Horses or Hogs be allowed to graze in the enclosure containing the dwellings and that J. Bates be appointed to carry this into effect.
On motion adjourned.
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Met in Council Monday evening June 19, 1848. The members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, R. D. Mason, President and J. Woodruff.
There was an application presented from R. Lucus for membership in the Wisconsin Phalanx and the said application referred to the committee on Applications.
On motion adjourned.
Met in Council Wednesday evening June 21st, special session. Members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, R. D. Mason, President, C. Adkins, and J. Woodruff.
There were two applications made for membership, one from Miss Charlotte A. Havens of Portsmouth, N.H. and the other from Pierpont C. Turner of Winchester, Conn., and both referred to the committee on Applications.
A letter was received from Albert Shepard in relation to land and was referred to committee of one, S. R. Kellogg, to ascertain what disposal to make of the land and report the same.
Two propositions were received for the sale of stock in the Wisconsin Phalanx, one from T. V. Newell and the other from C. W. Henderson. They were both referred to the Miscellaneous committee.
An application of G. H. Baker for membership was presented. On motion the rules were suspended for the consideration of the same. The applicant was unanimously admitted as a Visitor under the rules for the admission of members, on condition that he purchase the whole of T. V. Newell's stock and that Mr. Newell resign his membership.
The following accounts were presented and ordered paid, one from S. Bates for expenses of W. E. Holbrook to Sheboygan $3.88, one from S. R. Kellogg for interest on P. H. Walden's note and tacks, $2.60.
On motion of C. Lane, Resolved that the Miller be instructed to sell no more Oats.
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The following Resolution was presented and laid on the table: Resolved, That those having advance dues on the last years five per cent rule be allowed to draw such dues in wheat at 63 cents per bushel.
On motion adjourned.
Met in Council Monday evening June 26, 1848. The following members were present, viz: J. Beckwith, C. Lane, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, President and J. Woodruff.
A letter was presented from Henry Casson of Hennepin, Putnam County, Ill. making application to become a member of the Wisconsin Phalanx. It was referred to the Secretary with instructions to answer it.
An account of S. Bates against the Wisconsin Phalanx for 3 sides harness leather and 3 dressed deer skins amounting to $11.39 was allowed and ordered paid from the Treasury.
The Committee on Applications reported favorably on the applications of Reuben Lucas, Pierpont C. Turner and Miss Charlotte A. Havens. On motion the reports were accepted.
On motion to adopt the report of the committee and receive Reuben Lucas as a Visitor, J. Beckwith, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, R. D. Mason, Pres. and J. Woodruff votes in the affirmative and C. Lane and C. Adkins in the negative, whereby the report of the committee was adopted and the said Lucas received as Visitor.
The ayes and noes were also taken with reference to the report of Committee on Applications of Pierpont C. Turner and Miss Charlotte A. Havens and both were unanimously admitted as Visitors.
On motion of S. Bates, Resolved That after the brick shall be received the foreman of the brick kiln procure a book & keep all Dr & Cr of the same record, the number of brick sold, to whom delivered, and that the price of brick be $5.00 per M. and report weekly to the Council.
On motion of W. Starr Resolved That Section 10 of the standing
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Rules of the Council is hereby repealed and the following adopted as a substitute therefore, viz:
Sec. 10. On all applications for admission as visitor candidate or Full Membership. The Question shall be taken by Ayes and Noes.
On motion of S. R. Kellogg, Resolved That a Committee of 5 be appointed to devise a plan in regard to classifying labor and that they be requested to report to the adjourned meeting of the members tomorrow evening.
On motion adjourned.
Meeting of the Council (special session) June 30th, /48, members present J. Beckwith, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, and J. Woodruff.
On motion of R. D. Mason was chosen Pres. pro tem.
On motion the common Order of business was suspended and a committee of 3 was appointed to draft a scale of Maximum figures for the different departments of labor and report to a meeting of the Council tomorrow at 1 o'clock P.M.--S. R. Kellogg, R. D. Mason, and S. Bates were chosen said Committee.
On motion adjourned to July 1st at 9 o'clock P. M.
Met pursuant to adjournment. Members present J. Beckwith, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, C. Adkins, Pres. and J. Woodruff.
The committee appointed to report a scale of maximum figures reported to the Council which report was amended and referred to the Industrial Series for their action.
On motion adjourned July 1st, 1848.
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Met in Council Monday evening July 3rd, 1848. Members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, J. Woodruff.
A proposition from Thomas Clay was presented to the Council and referred to the Industrial Council.
An account against the Phalanx was presented by B. Wright for Mill Castings and other things bought at Milwaukee amounting to $77.14 and a credit being deducted for wheat amounting to $72.56, leaving a balance due in his favor of $4.58.
Also an account for expenses to Milwaukee, Oshkosh and Waupun amounting to $20.18cts.
On motion of J. Beckwith Resolved That the Secretary be instructed to draw an order on the Treasurer in favor of Albert Shepherd to pay interest now on his bond.
On motion of Stephen Bates Resolved That no person or persons pluck fruit or vegetables from the Garden without permission from V. C. Mason and that he be requested to report to the Council any violations of the above rule.
On motion of S. Bates Resolved that the first clause of the 3rd section of the By-Laws be and is hereby repealed and that the Members of Groups credit and class themselves each day the number of hours labored, the Foreman of each Group keep and class the Time of the Boys labouring in his Group, that all time be handed in the Secretary every Saturday evening for record and that if any complaints are made to the President concerning any time reported he shall notify the censured person.
On motion adjourned.
R. D. Mason, Prest. Pro tem.
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Met in Council Monday evening July 10th, 1848. Members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, J. Hebden, R. D. Mason, and J. Woodruff.
An order from F. A. Strong on M. Farmin was presented to the Council, and on motion was ordered credited to G. W. Clark amounting to $25.
A proposition for taking and selling wool was presented to the Council by S. Bates and on motion laid on the table.
The proposition of Mr. Clay referred to the Industrial Council was brought back into the executive Council and was not accepted.
A Bill of Goods was sent by C. Lane to Sheboygan to be filled by him &c.
On motion of J. Woodruff, Resolved That the Foreman of the Blacksmithing be and is hereby authorized to procure such help as is needed in the blacksmith shop, by taking an apprentice, or otherwise, if necessary, and make such repairs to extend the business of the blacksmith shop as he shall deem advisable.
On motion of S. R. Kellogg Resolved that the Council appoint J. Beckwith to ell the travelling thrashing machine and that he repair the same if it cannot be sold without.
On motion of J. Beckwith Resolved that S. Bates is hereby instructed to sell flour for cash and send flour where and by such teams as he thinks proper.
On motion adjourned.
R. D. Mason, Pres. Pro tem
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Met in Council Monday evening July 17th, 1848. The members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, S. Bates, James Hebden, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon and J. Woodruff.
The following papers were referred to a meeting of the Industrial Series, viz: A proposition from J. Hebden for the sale of stock, a proposition from L. Rounds Esq. for the building of a store &c, an application for advance dues by C. W. Cunitz and a resolution for the drawing of an order on the Treasurer in his favor for $6.00.
The following accounts were allowed and ordered paid from the Treasury, 1 from J. Beckwith for 1044 lumber, interest on Ewing's note, and 36 lbs sugar, amounting to $22.48, l from J. Beckwith for Bill of Goods bought of Anable and Company at Sheboygan and expenses, $85.35, 1 from L. Rounds for Goods bought for Corporation out of his store $13.73, and 1 from S. Bates for G. Lane's expenses to Oshkosh twice, $2.19.
On motion of S. Bates, Resolved That the President call a meeting of the Industrial Series on Wednesday evening of this week to recommend to the Council such plans, arrangements and alterations in the Dining Room and Kitchen as shall be thought advisable.
Resolved That an order be drawn on the Treasurer in favor of S. Bates for $18.75 to be charged to B. S. Sanborn on last year's advance accounts the same being for money advanced by Bates to Sanborn last year.
Resolved that W. Dunham is hereby appointed to take charge of the milk after it is milked.
Resolved, That J. M. Edgerton be appointed to sell Lime in the place of C. Lane.
Resolved, That the foreman of the Agricultural sub-committee be authorized to employ such help as may be needed to assist in harvesting the wheat or let it out to harvest on shares.
On motion adjourned.
R. D. Mason, Pres. Pro tem.
Met in Council July 24th, 1848. Those of the members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, S. R. Kellogg, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon, and J. Woodruff.
An application for a room made by B. Sheldon recd. and the room appropriated on condition that Mr. Clark does not object.
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Two accounts of J. Beckwith were presented, one ordered paid by the Treasurer of the Wisconsin Phalanx amounting to $7.55 and the other to be credited on the Advance account amounting to $3.83.
Resolved That John Irving be appointed to distribute the Tea, sugar, Coffee, and other Groceries while they remain in his office.
Resolved, That all those whose necessities require it may have their dues on last year's advance in wheat at 5 shillings per bushel provided that the same is taken from the Mill before the first of Sept. next also the sales made by members shall not conflict with the sales of the Corporation made at the Mill.
Resolved That the Secretary add to the list of departments of labor Agricultural Miscellaneous and the Mechanical Miscellaneous, and the Maximum figure for the same be 34 and the Butchering be 36.
Resolved, That the President be instructed to buy 4 waggons of V. C. Mason and that the Secretary be to issue stock for a part of them and the balance to be paid by Order on the Treasurer of the Wisconsin Phalanx. The Ayes and Noes were called and all voted in the affirmative.
The following resolution was laid on the table, viz:
Resolved, That all Groceries used at the Public Table except those used at the regular meals be charged to those who get them the same as those boarding themselves at home.
Resolved That S. Bates be appointed to sell Brick in the place of M. Limbert.
The proposition from J. Hebden for the sale of stock referred to the Industrial Series July 17th and by them again returned to the Council with a favorable report was taken up, and a Committee of one (C. Lane) appointed to consult with Mr. Hebden in reference to the same.
A list of the names of individuals calling for money was also referred to the Council by the Industrial Series with a recd to allow and order paid from the Treasury of the Wisconsin Phalanx and charge the same on the advance dues of all of those who shall call for the same.
On motion adjourned.
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Met in Council July 29th, 1848. Members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon and J. Woodruff.
An application was made by James Stuart for the room vacated by B. Sheldon. On motion the same was appropriated to James Stuart.
An application was also made by J. Clarkson for the front room in the use of J. Stuart over John Irving's room. On motion the room was appropriated.
An account of J. Beckwith was presented for Bill of Goods bought at Sheboygan of Anable & Co. amounting to $72.98. An account of S. Bates was also presented for Bill bought of Sibley & Prentis amounting to $26.39. Both accounts were allowed and ordered paid from the Treasury.
There was a resolution offered in reference to the appointing of J. Beckwith to selling Wagons and other Agricultural implements &c which upon motion was laid upon the Table July 31, 1848.
Also a resolution calling for the appropriation of S. R. Kelloggs room when vacated was upon motion laid upon the Table for one week.
Resolved That a committee of C. Lane, J. Beckwith, Jas. Stuart, R. Smith, L. Stilwell and Wm. Dunham be appointed to arrange and report a practical plan of operations for the middle size and aged boys for their better advancement in Industrial employment and exercise, for to prevent their mischievous and dangerous depredations frequently committed by them on the Domain.
Resolved That the Secretary prepare a book to be kept in the desk in the Dining Room, the object of which is to record notices of all meetings of the members, and the President on notifying the Secretary record the same at least 2 days previous to the calling of said meetings, also lecture notices on the week day or Sabbath.
Resolved that a committee of 3 be appointed by the Council to ascertain the amount due on the last year's advance to members and half of the probable amount due at the end of the present fiscal year and report to a subsequent meeting of the Council together with the amount and kind of property in their judgment can best be disposed of to pay the same.
Resolved, That an order be drawn on the
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Treasurer for one hundred Dollars in favor of R. Smith, the money or any part of it to be appropriated to the payment of laborers employed in the harvest and that Mr. Smith make weekly reports of the quantity cut and the amount paid out.
On motion adjourned.
R. D. Mason, Prest. Pro tem.
Met in Council August 7th, 1848. Members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon, and J. Woodruff.
An account of J. Beckwith against the Wisconsin Phalanx amting to $40.34cts and was referred to the Secretary with instructions to examine the account and report upon the correctness of the same.
An account of A. D. Wright for Turpentine, pasteboard &c amting to 25cts. and ordered paid. Also an account in favor of H. Strong for making 93 flour sacks at 3 cents each amting to $2.79 ordered to be credited on the books and also one of S. Bates for various bills amting to $10.83 which was ordered paid from the Treasury.
A paper was received from S. R. Kellogg in which he resigned his offices in the Wisconsin Phalanx and among other things asked for an Order on the Wisconsin Phalanx Treasurer amounting to $25 to be charged to him on his advance of last year. His resignation was accepted and an order for the above amount was ordered drawn.
There was an application and statement made on and for the Milk Room by A. D. Wright and on motion referred to a committee of one (J. Beckwith).
The committee to whom was referred the resolution to ascertain the amount of Advance Dues of last year due Resident Members &c the Committee reported $900 still due recommended the sale of the old wheat and hogs sufficient to pay up the amount by the 15th of October next and that an Agent be appointed to carry out the same. The report was accepted and adopted.
Resolved that the Secretary is hereby instructed to draw orders in favor of the following named persons viz: R. D. Mason, $10.00 and W. E. Holbrook $7.00.
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Resolved That R. Smith be appointed to take the wool to Milwaukee and sell the same to purchase a load of Rye on his return.
Resolved That the Council appropriate the tenement now occupied by Mr. Kellogg to James M. Edgerton when the said tenement shall be vacated.
Resolved that the tenement about to be vacated by George W. Clark be appropriated for the accommodation of strangers.
Resolved That J. Beckwith be appointed to sell two old Wagons and old Harness.
On motion adjourned.
R. D. Mason, Pres. Pro Tem.
Met in Council Monday evening August 21, 1848. Members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, B. Wright, S. Bates, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon and Jacob Woodruff.
The following accounts were presented, allowed and ordered paid from the Treasury, viz: One from S. Bates for lumber Bott of Clap & Jewell amt. $13.82, one from J. Beckwith Bill of Goods Bott at Sheboygan amt $49.71, and 2 from L. Rounds for goods Bot of him amounting to $45.71.
There was a resolution presented to appropriate the large Root Cellar to the Horticultural Department. Laid on the table for one week.
There was also a resolution presented to appropriate the Joiners Shop for a seed house and referred to the Industrial Series.
Resolved That one of the horse teams be sent to Winnebago Rapids with S. R. Kellogg and fetch back a load of lumber from Oshkosh.
Resolved that A. D. Wright be appointed to sell the Shepherd lots for a sum not less than $275 and that he be instructed in said sale to reserve the fences on said lots.
Resolved That an order be drawn on the Treasury for $25 in favor of and to be charged to L. Cooper.
Resolved, That J. Beckwith be appointed to repair, furnish and fit up the room appropriated by the Council for the accommodation of strangers and place it under the charge of a suitable person to be kept in order for that purpose.
On motion adjourned.
R. D. Mason, Pres. Pro Tem
Met in Council Monday evening August 28, 1848. Members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, S. Bates, B. Wright, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, Benj. Sheldon, and J. Woodruff.
A letter from Mr. & Mrs. Hendrick of Heart Prairie was presented, read and on motion referred to the Secy with instructions to answer it. An application from Sam Slee for membership was presented and upon motion returned to the applicant.
An account of R. Smith against the Phalanx amounting to $35.21 was presented and ordered paid from the Treasury.
An account of J. Beckwith was presented and ordered paid from the Treasury amounting to $40.34.
An account of J. Bennett for making and mending Bags amt. to $4.50 was presented, read, ordered credited on the books.
An account of A. D. Wright for expenses incurred for Barnburners Dinner of $11.39 was laid upon the table by motion.
The Harvest a/c was presented for $97.13 which was upon motion was order paid, the different departments to credits and the balance to be paid from the Treasury.
Resolved That the Secretary be instructed to draw an order on the Treasurer payable to A. D. Wright for $2.25 to pay the school house tax on the North one of the Shepard lots.
Resolved by the Ayes and Noes, That on James Hebden's tendering his resignation to resident membership in the Wisconsin Phalanx the following articles be delivered to him and charged to him in account, viz: $50 in flour, vegetables &c for his family use, 1 yoke of oxen or steers, 6 to 12 dollars Blacksmith work (iron not included) and 5 or 6 Hogs. Affirmative C. Lane, S. Bates, R. D. Mason, Adkins, and B. Sheldon. Negative, B. Wright, J. Beckwith and J. Woodruff.
Resolved, That L. Rounds be instructed to credit R. Smith $9.26 on his books for the Goods said Smith brought up from
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Milwaukee for him and that the same be charged to said Smith in his advance cash account.
Resolved, That an order be drawn on the Treasury for $2 the same being to pay for the Harbinger taken by the corporation and that the Secretary be instructed to return the practical Christian calling for the bill at the same time.
The following resolution was taken up from the Table and passed: Resolved That the large Root Celler be appropriated to the Horticultural Department and that a quantity of Common stuff lumber be purchased to finish the same.
On motion adjourned.
Met in Council Monday evening Sept. 4th, 1848. Members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, S. Bates, B. Wright, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon and J. Woodruff.
An account of V. C. Mason was presented, read and the Secretary instructed to draw an order on the Treasurer for $110.70cts in favor of V. C. Mason (which is the amount of half the value of 3 wagons and the costs and charges) and to issue in stock in the Wisconsin Phalanx $95.00 (the half of the value of said wagons).
The resignation of B. Wright as a member of the Council was presented, read and accepted.
An application of Gustavus Brunst for the degree of visitor in the Wisconsin Phalanx was presented, read and accepted.
Resolved, That the Council remove James Hebden from the office of councilman of the Wisconsin Phalanx for neglect of his official duties and that there be a meeting of the members and stockholders on Thursday evening the 7th instant for the election of Three Councilmen. The ayes and noes were called on the above. All unanimously voted in the affirmative.
Resolved that a committee of 3 be appointed to take into consideration the removing of the wash house, the locating of it and the fixing of it up for a cooper or wagon shop or slaughter house as the committee shall deem most desirable.
Resolved, That the Foreman of the Haying Department purchase of Mr. Rounds 2 or 3 Grass scythes.
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Resolved That J. Beckwith be appointed to purchase the small stove of R. Miller if he thinks proper.
Resolved That an agent be appointed to procure a Mill-Wright to repair the grist mill. J. Beckwith appointed such agent.
A resolution was presented asking for an order in favor of B. Wright and laid on the table for one week.
On motion adjourned.
A meeting of the members and stockholders of the Wisconsin Phalanx was called Thursday evening Sept. 7th, 1848 at the school house of the Wisconsin Phalanx pursuant to the resolution of Council to this effect, for the purpose of electing three Councilmen.
At their first balloting B. S. Sanborn and James Stuart received each a majority of all the votes and was duly declared elected.
At their third balloting William Dunham received a majority of all the votes cast and was declared elected.
Met in Council Monday evening Sept. 11th, 1848. Members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, S. Bates, R. D. Mason, C. Adkins, B. Sheldon, J. Woodruff, B. S. Sanborn.
A letter from G. Collet of New York city was presented, read and returned to the Secretary with instructions to answer it.
A written resignation from Jas. Stuart was presented, read and not accepted but on motion was returned to its Author.
An order from Abel Willard in favor of Lester Rounds calling for $4.52cts was presented, accepted and ordered paid from the Treasury.
An a/c of S. Bates for expenses of L. Stilwell, R. D. Mason, &c to Oshkosh was presented and ordered paid $7.87.
Resolved that V. C. Mason be appointed to sell the Honey for 12-1/2 cts per pound to the members of the corporation if wanted by them.
Resolved That D. D. Martin be appointed to sell Brick and Lime and report the sales weekly to the Council.
On motion adjourned.
R. D. Mason, Prest. Pro tem.
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Met in Council Monday evening Sept. 18th, 1848. Members present were C. Lane, S. Bates, R. D. Mason, B. Sheldon, President, W. Dunham, B. S. Sanborn, and J. Stuart.
A proposition for the exchange of cows was received from W. Dunham and on motion referred to c. W. Cunitz with instructions to exchange if he thinks advisable &c.
An application from M. E. Morse for residence during the winter was received and upon motion it was laid on the Table for one week.
An application from W. R. Baker for residence on the Domain was received from C. W. Cunitz and on motion referred to the Committee on Applications.
An account of S. Bates for expenses to Algoma, Waukau, Fond du Lac and 64 yds sacking amting to $13.03 was ordered payed. Also an account of J. Beckwith for cash advanced by J. Clarkson for the purchase of butter amounting to $17.63 was presented and ordered paid from the Treasury. Also an a/c from M. Farmin for Lumber was received and ordered credited on the Book, and also an account of J. Beckwith for 2 Bills of Goods and expenses to Sheboygan &c amounting to $65.70 and ordered paid from the Treasury.
Resolved That an order be drawn on the Treasury in favor of C. Lane for the balance due A. Willard for making brick.
Resolved, That L. Stilwell be requested to make out a Bill of things indispensable to the enclosing of the New House and have it presented at the next meeting of the Council.
A number of resolutions calling for money were presented and on motion referred to a committee of one (B. S. Sanborn) to ascertain the wants of members and report.
On motion adjourned.
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Met in Council Monday evening Sept. 25th, 1848. Members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, S. Bates, R. D. Mason, B. Sheldon, President, J. Woodruff, W. Dunham, B. S. Sanborn, and Jas. Stuart.
A proposition for the purchase of flour from J. Weeding of Fond du Lac was received and on motion referred to the Miller with instructions to take such action in reference to the sale of flour as he may deem proper and report such action to the Council.
An account of B. Simmons for Paints, Paper &c was ordered paid $2.66. Also an account of S. Bates for C. Lane's and Hunter's expenses to Fond du Lac, G. Lane's expenses to Algoma & Oshkosh, Sheeting &c amounting to $15.81.
The hours petitioned for by W. E. Holbrook, G. H. Baker and R. D. Mason were allowed and ordered entered in the time record.
A resolution calling for the sale of cattle to Non Resident Stockholders for stock was laid on the table for one week.
Resolved That a committee be appointed to ascertain what is necessary to sustain the table, and carrying on the business of the Phalanx and make out a bill for the same. S. Bates, J. Beckwith committee.
Resolved, That the Mechanical Group be requested to fit up the New House for immediate use and that the Foreman and J. Beckwith are hereby authorized to hire such help as may be necessary therefor.
Resolved That G. H. Baker is hereby appointed to take charge of our standing Timber.
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to draft rules for the better Government of the Domestic Department and that the said committee report to the Council at the fist opportunity. W. Starr, Jas. Stuart, J. M. Bacon, Mrs. Sanborn, Mrs. Baker, said committee.
Resolved That a committee of one (J. Clarkson) be appointed by the Council to put the Buildings & Tenements in a comfortable situation, by repairs or otherwise as he may think proper for the winter and if he shall not be able to accomplish it himself he shall be authorized to obtain all necessary help.
Resolved That J. M. Edgerton is hereby appointed to take charge of burning a Kiln of Lime this fall
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with authority to hire such help as may be necessary.
Resolved that a committee of 3 be appointed to devise and draft rules for the future government of the school and report the same to the council on or before Monday the 10th of October next.
Jas. Stuart B. Sheldon and Uriel Farmin chosen such committee.
The proposition of M. E. Morse was taken and referred to a committee of one (W. Starr) to wait upon Mr. Morse and ascertain what arrangements can be made and report the same to the Council.
The standing Rules were suspended and the following resolution was adopted, viz: Resolved That a dividend of twenty-five per cent be paid on the balance now due of last years advance dividend.
On motion adjourned.
Met in Council Monday evening Oct. 2, 1848. Members present were J. Beckwith, C. Lane, S. Bates, President, J. Woodruff, W. Dunham, B. S. Sanborn and J. Stuart.
A proposition from N. Strong was received asking for certain articles of provisions and which on motion was referred to a committee of one (J. Beckwith) to confer with N. Strong in relation thereto and report to the Council.
An account of S. Bates for Bill of Goods & expenses $20.16, J. Stuart to Oshkosh and W. B. Stilwell to Algoma of $20.16cts ordered paid. Also two accounts from L. Rounds one for $34.28 and one for $11.84cts. Also one of G. Baker for Ten dollars for Pine Lumber ordered paid.
Resolved That an order be drawn on the Treasury in favor of J. Beckwith for Ten dollars to meet expenses for finishing the Bakery.
Resolved that the Foreman of the Agricultural Series be authorized to hire such help as is indispensably necessary to secure our fall crops.
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Resolved that J. Clarkson be permitted to use a spot of ground for hennery and that W. Dunham is hereby appointed a committee in conjunction with Mr. Clarkson to locate the same. Provided the corporation can at any time take the hennery at cost.
The committee appointed to revise and draft rules for the future government of the school &c reported rules and which was accepted and laid over for one week.
On motion adjourned.
Met in Council Monday evening October 9th, 1848. Members present were S. Bates, R. D. Mason, B. Sheldon, President, J. Woodruff, W. Dunham, B. S. Sanborn, and J. Stuart.
A proposition was received from Misses Charlotte A. Havens and Harriet H. Havens requesting to continue their residence as candidates for membership. Request adopted and the applicants admitted as candidates for membership.
The application of C. W. Cunitz was taken up for final action. The applicant was admitted to full membership on the following condition to-wit: When said applicant pays into the Treasury one Hundred dollars as an investment as stock in the Wisconsin Phalanx. The vote on admission of C. W. Cunitz on the conditions specified were Ayes, S. Bates, R. D. Mason, B. Sheldon, President, J. Woodruff, W. Dunham, B. S. Sanborn, and J. Stuart. Noes none. Applicant to be admitted on the above terms.
A proposition was received from M. E. Morse to come and take charge of our school as Teacher on certain conditions for which see said proposition on file. Said proposition was concurred in and S. Bates appointed a committee to carry out the same as far as practicable.
An account of A. D. Wright to making 318 Flour Sacks at 3 cents $9.54 was presented and allowed and Secy ordered to give Mr. Wright credit to the amount on the Books. Also one from B. Wright, to making 113 Flour sacks at 3 cents $3.49 was allowed and Secy ordered to credit B. Wright for the amount.
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Also an account to S. Bates for Bills of Goods and expenses of G. H. Baker to Algoma & R. D. Mason & others to Sheboygan to the amount of $156.16cts which was allowed and ordered paid.
The committee to whom was referred the Resolution on the prices of furniture made by B. Simmons reported the following as the market prices of the several articles, viz: Chairs 75 cents, buffet 31 cents, cradle $4, Dressing over chairs 25 cents, Bedsteads $3.50. Said report was adopted and the Secy ordered to charge persons in accordance with the above prices for such articles of furniture as they have had of Mr. Simmons manufacture.
The report of the Committee appointed to devise and draft rules and regulations for the future government of the school was adopted in accordance with said rules etc. W. Starr, Chm. J. Stuart & W. Dunham. For rules &c see report on file.
The committee appointed to draft a plan for the arrangement and government of the Domestic Department presented a report and plan which was adopted and laid over for future action. For plan & rules &c see report on file.
A proposition was received from R. Miller to build a Bath House &c. Said proposition was laid on the table.
Resolved That a committee of three be appointed to receive and draft rules and regulations for the Business operations of the Phalanx for the coming year and report to a meeting of the members in two weeks. S. Bates, J. Stuart, and J. Woodruff were appointed said committee.
Resolved That one of the horse teams be sent to Waukau on the 10th inst with a load for Mr. Rounds.
Resolved That J. Beckwith be appointed to buy Salt.
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