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Newspaper
Scotland Neck The Commonwealth
Location
Scotland Neck, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1916
Page
2
A local note from Scotland Neck outlines reader interest, political chatter, and a strong endorsement of Claude Kitchin after a Democratic victory in the Second District. It praises his service, reflects on campaign sentiment, and calls for continued Democratic momentum statewide.
The Commonwealth prints the first extra edition on Sunday morning with full county and precinct returns. A severe electrical storm disrupted wires and phone use delaying key data. Editors distributed to about 500 readers by 7 pm and praised the local telephone exchange for connections.
The piece questions the News & Observer’s coverage of Claude Kitchin’s primary win in the Second District. It laments scarce reporting on his victory while praising Kitchin as a leading North Carolina figure and wonders how Democratic organs viewed his record and reelection compared to statewide contests.
A collection of editorials urges cooperation among residents for local progress, mocks political excesses, and notes efforts like Lumberton fly traps. It comments on Chicago conventions, praises Congressman Kitchin, and highlights town cleanup by Southern Pines women, plus a New York World note on naval bill unity.
Washington June 3 Senate agreed to make the North Carolina statue of Zebulon Vance in Statuary Hall a special order of business for Thursday after morning routine. Representative Stedman will seek House consent to participate, with many North Carolina officials expected and Stedman delivering remarks alongside a group from the state.
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