BOO vA and Weather and Coroner's Inquest
Aet al so BOO vA Saturday December 5 1858 reports severe weather with snow lingering. A coroner's inquest in the county Thursday on the death of Harrod Pitman shot by Joseph George near Teat's bridge during a dispute as they returned home. Pitman died a few hours later.
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Election Returns Show District Shakes Off Whig Majority
From the subjoined statement it will appear that this Congressional district has shaken off whiggery by a handsome majority. The report signals a decisive shift in political alignment, reflecting strong support for the prevailing party and a clear rejection of Whig influence in the district.
State News and Elections Highlight 1830s Dispatch
The Mobile Advertiser reports a Whig victory in Louisiana by 32 votes with Whig 3502 and Van Buren 3470. Congress convenes December 5 in Washington. A Petersburg railroad depot fire damages equipment and cars, insured but causes heavy losses. Governor Spaight’s message praised by Raleigh Standard for its practical, sound doctrine against nullifiers and a protecting tariff.
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Raleigh Standard
Legislature Notes and Elections in North Carolina
Incipient legislation remains dull while resignations and elections reshape the General Assembly. Reg Willie P Mangum resigns, John M Skinner elected to the State Senate, John B. Mase resigns from the House for health reasons. election to fill the vacancy planned for December 8. Also, Electors meet in Raleigh on the 7th to cast votes for President and Vice President. Dr Barnum surrenders to Wake County Sheriff after a prior inquest. United States Circuit Court falls term set for December 12.
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Raleigh Standard
United States
Court session and rail road news from Wilmington area
The district court adjourned with minor decisions. A Wilmington and Roanoke Rail Road meeting reported progress: 30 miles located, 25 under contract, orders for engines and cars, $37,000 spent of $41,000, and plans to extend from Halifax. Locomotives expected. a ten mile inaugural ride eyed for June. Also market notes from Wilmington Petersburg and Washington and a Tennessee Memphis cotton outlook.
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Death of James Bradley in the county
In this county, on Tuesday last, Mr. James Bradley died. He had been in town the preceding day in good health.
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