State Railway Commission Debate and Sheriff Grievances
The Weekly Recorder weighs a proposed state railroad commission amid rail expansion and public interest. It criticizes hasty lawmaking, urges fairness to both sides, and cites Durham prospects. It also covers a Raleigh Sheriffs Convention complaining of jury fees and travel costs, urging uniform legal process, plus Samoa's strategic Pacific role and U S interests in maintaining immunity from German control.
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Extra Session Debate Weighs on Congress in April
Washington Star reports Democratic and Republican leaders expect an extra session of the 51st Congress likely in April. Tariff legislation is unlikely this session with large nomination backlogs and cabinet speculation shaping Senate and House plans.
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Bayard Defends Admin Policy on Samoa Rivalry
Washington letter from February 4 1880 notes Secretary Bayard defends administration stance on Samoa. He criticizes sensationalism and asserts Germany violated no treaty, American property not harmed, and no rights interfered. Congress to decide new policy while Senate shifts to ambassadors for foreign ministers and Republicans push an omnibus bill.
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