Retrenchment clash over prison boarding and juror picks
The debate centers on prison boarding costs under Sheriff Paarr and the Levy Court plan for retrenchment. Editors challenge the party motive behind cutting prisoners’ board while defending higher costs for public officials. They attack alleged Know Nothing influence in juror lists, arguing most Grand and Petit Jurors come from one political faction and urging fair representation.
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Favoritism Complaints Mark Kent County Political Scene
The article denounces political favoritism in Kent County and condemns Know Nothing influence. It argues current law against favoritism is inadequate and warns of proscriptive, dangerous principles impacting the community.
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The Prohibitory Law and Its Opponents: A Delayed View
A lengthy editorial fragment discusses the Prohibitory Law and Know Nothing politics in Delaware and neighboring states. It critiques legislative corruption, cites editorials from The Sentinel, and comments on Sam the Know Nothing figure, urging caution toward party purity while noting recent court actions and a local grave desecration trial with mixed testimonies and a verdict for the defendants.
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