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Historical Essay


Wisconsin's first and only legal execution was for spousal murder in the 1800s. Read about past efforts to re-establish the death penalty in the state.

Historical Essay


Discover the origin of America's income tax and how Wisconsin's 1911 legislation became a national model.

Historical Essay

A Popular Speaker Sways Opinion
Discover the connection between P.T. Barnum and the 1853 statewide referendum on liquor sales.

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