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Newspaper
Tarboro Press
Location
Tarboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1844
Page
2
The speaker argues the United States should seek a liberal peace with Mexico to establish a permanent boundary, noting that pre-ratification negotiations were improper. He stresses the independence of Mexico and Texas, warns against appeasing third-party claims, and asserts readiness to endure war if required to maintain sovereign negotiations.
The article notes the President's Message and urges careful reading. In Senate on the 9th Me rheffie announced a joint resolution to re annex Texas to the United States. Merrick proposed a bill to cut postage rates and end the franking privilege. In the House on the 4th Adams moved to rescind the 25th rule. White and Clingman from slave states supported the motion. Davis of Kentucky urged paying the 4th instalment under the distribution act, but the measure was tabled. Duncan introduced a bill on the 4th.
A move to establish a uniform time for holding the election for President and Vice President aims to standardize scheduling nationwide. This proposal seeks consistent voting dates across states and regions to streamline campaigning, logistics, and civic participation.
The 9th annual Wilmington and Raleigh Rail Road stockholders meeting, held in Wilmington on the 14th alt, reports for year ending 1st Act. 1844 total receipts $259,533.75, expenditures $203,665.24, profits $85,900.51. Gov Dudley reappointed President. directors named include Alex Anderson (deceased), P. K. Dickinson, Robert H. Cowan, Samuel Potter, John Hill, James T. Miller. A Raleigh and Gaston Rail Road report shows year ending 30th April receipts $53,460.77, expenditures $49,170.66, excess $3,990.10.
A Raleigh Standard summary reports in the Senate on the 5th that Treasurer’s report shows a 70000 deficit and 100000 impending debt, with 150000 needed at this session for future liabilities. It notes a bill to suppress slave trading, a decision on Guilford Gold Mining Company liability, and resolutions about federal funds. Other dated actions cover Governor election, land sale inquiry, Councillors of State, and county court reforms.
The Electoral College met in the Senate Chamber on December 4, 1844 at noon. Electors from districts one through eleven attended with names listed, and Augustine H. Shepperd was elected to chair and preside as the college organized.
The College of was informed that Henry Clay of Kentucky won the presidential vote and Theodore Frelinghuysen of New York won the vice presidential vote. Edmund B. Freeman was named Secretary and Peyton P. Moore appointed Messenger to deliver the certified vote list to the Senate in Washington. The body adjourned sine die after expressing thanks to the Senate and to President A. H. Shepperd and Secretary Freeman.
The Raliza Star prints the Comptroller's Report for the year ending Nov 1 1841 or 1844? with figures: taxes paid by sheriffs on land and town property, poll tax receipts, literary fund receipts and on hand, and disbursements. It shows balances in the Public Treasury as of Nov 1 and details on revenue and expenditures.
The day is dry and cool with bracing air ideal for cutting and packing work. Local observers expect steady activity as workers prepare materials, clean facilities, and maintain production schedules amid favorable outdoor conditions.
Observers note yesterday that Kentucky hog pens hold fattened hogs in good shape, comparable to last year’s Christmas stock. Prices have ranged 2.50 to 2.70 per 100 pounds, above buyers’ typical expectations. About 20,000 to 25,000 hogs have already been packed. markets in the south and east are awaited for further guidance. Cincinnati Atlas, Nov. 26.
The Rev J B Cheshire is expected to preach in the Episcopal Church in this place at early candle light tomorrow evening.
State of North Carolina Edgecombe County Court of Pleas and Quarter Sessions November Term 1844. Parties include Arthur Parker sen John Parker Louis D Wilson Josiah Lawrence against Mardy Parker Asin Porter Weeks Parker representatives of John Pippen and Abner Mills unknown and Solomon T Braddy Adim r of Job israddy deed.
The Roanoke Republican notes the Aventon Female Academy session will close Friday the 13th of December. Miss Mary Casey, educated at Troy Female Seminary, will resume teaching in January in Nash County near Nashville, Ransom's Ridge, and Hilliardston. Board is $45 per five months, English $10, Music $15, French and drawing extra. late entries welcome with pay from entry.
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