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Newspaper
Tarboro Press
Location
Tarboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1835
Page
1
The Tarborough Press announces weekly publication at one dollar per year in advance or two dollars at the post rate. shorter terms priced per month. Subscribers inland or distant must pay in advance with reference. advertisements carry rates per insertion and must be correctly numbered. Letters to the editor must include a return address.
Brooks of the Portland Advertiser recalls a rare gathering in the U S Senate as notable figures including Jackson Adams Clay Webster Calhoun Buchanan Forsyth and others assemble in a cramped chamber to hear the Lafayette eulogy and observe character in motion. The account emphasizes the tense mood the silent room and the fleeting exchanges between giants of the era.
The papers record the absence of both English and French ministers from the Lafayette memory ceremony. Sir Charles Vaughan and M Serrurier sent a joint note to Mr Adams asking if any part of his forthcoming discourse would be improper for them to hear. The exchanges hint at sensitivities over the speech.
Adams' reply is not known but it affected which gentlemen were addressed not to attend. Their course is not at all surprising.
An enthusiastic observance praises the payment of the national debt with notable attendees including the Vice President and Cabinet. Speakers recount the event and the president’s sentiment on debt and Union, while toasts and speeches honor Andrew Jackson and U.S. national strength.
The true whizs of the country praise Liberty and republican principles amid turmoil and disorder. Old Rip may sleep, yet the contest for liberty remains lively and partisan in tone.
James M. Wayne, a Georgia representative, was confirmed by the Senate on Friday last as an Associate Judge of the Supreme Court of the United States, to succeed the late William Johnson.
The National Intelligencer reports John Sullivan of Philadelphia, previously rejected as a Director of the Bank of the United States, was on Thursday last rejected by the Senate as a Paymaster in the Army, a position he had been appointed to by the President during the recess and recently nominated for confirmation.
The Columbus Sentinel reports a nomination of Judge M Lean for the Presidency. Fifty eight lawmakers and thirty one citizens have signed a petition urging Judge M Lean as the People’s next President of the United States.
The Union notes that resolutions presenting Hon. Flash L. White of Tennessee as a suitable presidential candidate were adopted in the House by 55 to 20. It also reports Mr Lewis of Benton prompting Senators to push expunging Mr Clay's resolution from Senate journals, which the House approved 52 to 25 on Thursday.
An east side Trudson river village near Albany with about 300 inhabitants is praised as Martin Van Buren birthplace. The piece outlines his poverty, self taught early schooling, law study in his native village, and ascent from local practice to national office, labeling him a self made man akin to Franklin and Sherman.
The General Assembly adjourned on Saturday morning last after fifty five days in session, one day short of eight weeks. A list of acts public and private and resolutions passed will be found in another part of this week’s Standard. An inspection of these.
The article argues that the legislative session achieved notable public measures, despite few in number, and marks a pivotal era where North Carolina Republicans distance from nullification and consolidation. It credits Congress alignment and a defense of Democratic principles, praising lawmakers who vindicated the state’s governance under President Jackson.
A legislative committee in Indiana is tasked to report a bill to raise a state loan of 1 500 000 dollars at interest not exceeding five percent. The funds would back internal improvements to be redeemed in 30 to 50 years. The proposition passed 56 to 19.
The report states Greenwood LeAlore former Choctaw chief is elected to represent Carroll County in the upcoming Mississippi State Legislature. The phrasing reflects a historical notice of Native American leadership attaining a legislative seat in the state.
Based on the Secretary of War's report the number of Revolutionary Pensioners under the 1818 act is 10 566 under the 1832 act 27 973 invalid pensioners 3 940 total 42 484. The annual amount needed to pay these and other pensioners is 3 116 768 53 dollars.
On January 6 the 62 citizens of Philadelphia forwarded a sword to President Jackson as a token of gratitude and affection. Col A L Roumfort carried the gift manufactured by F W Windmann. Jackson thanked the donors for the honor in accepting the elegant tribute from their city.
The periodical apologizes for previously omitting to notice Thomas W. White, Richmond, honoring his elegant contribution as the namesake and benefactor of the work.
A fragment from a periodical touts a work's superior prose and literary merit. It notes a royal octavo form, two-paged issues plus covering, price five dollars per volume, and offers subscription assistance for the Messenger.
In the House, Mr. E Everett presented a memorial by John Ridge and fifty Cherokee chiefs urging emigration west of the Mississippi. They seek Congress aid and compensation for sacrifices tied to removal. The memorial was referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs and ordered to be printed.
A Georgia Cherokee meeting held November 27 at Running Waters, led by Elias Boudinot, declares whites’ laws block self rule and favors removal to a distant country. They criticize Congress and the President for inaction, seek Washington talks, and contrast with the Red Clay Council which opposed removal.
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