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Newspaper
Cedartown Express
Location
Cedartown, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1878
Page
2
JNO W RADLEY editor notes The Express boasts a larger circulation than any other newspaper in the 38th Senatorial District as part of a broader promotional statement for congressional coverage.
A Cartersville era letter recounts a heated campaign clash between Hon. Geo N Lester and Dr. Felton. The piece accuses Felton supporters of personal slurs, defends Lester’s integrity, and cites conflicting testimonies from local figures about the Cannvass.
The Ringgold convention is described as composed of honest representative men, free of fraud. It asserts the state cry of fringe clique is a deception aimed at undermining the Democratic party. The text targets opponents of the Democratic nominee and claims they seek other means to poison public opinion against the party.
The letter rebukes false slanders against Judge Lester and the unnamed supporters of Dr Felton, urging fair examination of private and public life. It defends Judge Wright and Gun Wofford’s backing of Felton, questions the accusers, and predicts waning support for Dr Welton as the campaign unfolds.
Judge Lester denies rumors that he bolted the 1868 nominating race in favor of Henry Cole against Gen. Young. He asserts he did not vote or hold office during Danville 1868 and cites his campaign speeches with Col Akin Dr Miller Gen Gordon Gen Wofford and others to explain the race dynamics and his stance on Dabney and Cole. The Rome Daily News published his Oct. 29 1876 denial.
The Tallidah Fire company of Atlant a secured the gala prize of $100 at a Chattanooga event held on the 4th, marking a notable achievement for the group.
A long, sparse report discusses weather impact and crop prospects in Kentucky, noting improved conditions and hard times. It covers political speeches by Gen Wofford and Col Brantham, debating Judge Lester and Dr Felton, plus a study of literary culture and the value of education presented by De Bradford to a club.
Fragmentary news notes recount a City scene where General Wolford rebutted charges against Lester and the party of the people. The report hints at a strong local sentiment and suggests Lester’s anticipated November defeat for a broader political stage.
A lengthy critique laments old English legal forms as relics impeding reform. It argues a national movement failed to finish modernization, praising a coming upheaval that could render the British chancery system a model court worldwide and spur broader societal change.
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