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Newspaper
Tarboro Press
Location
Tarboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1835
Page
2
Mr Editor argues that society talks about education but fails to practice it. He urges broader use of resources to educate youth, stressing sciences as keys to knowledge and wisdom, and the duty of communities to invest in the rising generation for humanity and progress.
Mr Wow K Bird proposes publishing a weekly paper in Wadeborough Anson County titled The Anon Advertiser It will be printed on imperial sheet at 3 per annum or 50 cents per month and 3 50 at year end The Editor notes he cannot advocate the current Administration yet aims to judge merits fairly.
Massachusetts legislature introduces TD resolutions nominating the Hon. Daniel Webster as a candidate for the presidency. The action signals support within the chamber for Webster in the pivotal political contest of the era.
Additional particulars from the gin house fire report. The blaze consumed the house and seed cotton before rescue efforts saved two bales of packed cotton after about twenty hours of water application. Two thirds of the seed cotton was saved had the fire been discovered sooner.
The report to Congress by the Director of the Mint notes monetary transactions for the past year totaling 7,358,435 dollars. It records gold holdings of 5,954,270 dollars, silver at 415,002 dollars, and copper at - totaling 11,637,643 pieces in circulation. It references political context in Congress regarding relations with France and reprisals.
The deposits of gold within the post year totaled $4,359,000 with $1,059,000 in United States coins issued before June 26. About $503,000 came from gold regions of the United States and Europe supplied most of the rest. Gold coinage under the new ratio began August 1 after suspending coinage for deposits after June 1. Only five months yielded $45,570,725 in new standard gold coinage, while silver coinage stayed steady, producing an annualized total near $12,000,000 for both metals.
In a report by SAM. MOORE Director to the President, vaults of the mint hold $435,000 uncoined silver from December 9 and about $475,000 deposited since November 20. Silver coinage last year exceeded prior years by a quarter of a million, while gold coinage surpassed the nine preceding years. The current year’s estimate should cover demand for coinage across denominations. A table notes gold received from the U S gold region since 1525, with last year showing less growth as mining remains strong and promising.
A duel occurred yesterday in the neighbourhood between Mr. Wise of the House and his predecessor Mr. Coke. Coke was shot in the arm. The dispute stems from a previous canvass between the parties two years ago. Globe reports the confrontation arose from ongoing political tensions.
The Alexandria Gazette notes an unusually calm period in Congress with courteous discourse and smooth legislation. Observers wonder if this quiet presages a coming storm as partisan tensions remain distant while women’s factions appear ready to rise in strength.
Washington January 1 The annual meeting of the American Colonization Society was held in the Hall of the House of Representatives Monday evening with Hon Henry Clay in attendance and remarks suggesting ongoing advocacy and discussion.
Hon Charles F Mercer presided as delegates from across the Union attended a large audience including many women and men. Several eloquent addresses were delivered in a temperate and encouraging tone. The society adjourned before 10 o clock to reconvene the next evening.
The Traveller notes a large Boston faction and New England representation forming a society to persuade Americans slavery should be abolished. Leaders include William Reed as President and J W Chickering and Charles Tappan as Secretaries. The piece warns Southern readers of revolutionary aims and anticipates an early blow in the District of Columbia.
Gilpin, nominated by the President for Governor of the Territory of Alichigan, faces Senate rejection. In the last session he was confirmed as a Government Director of the Bank of the United States.
The Fredericksburg Arena reports a model portable cotton press by Mr. B E Eliason. The device, compact in a horizontal frame, is wagon portable and powered by a single horse, capable of 30 tons and pressing a bale every ten minutes. If successful, it could greatly aid cotton growers in the Southern States.
The governor's message to the Pennsylvania Legislature argues against corporate monopolies and perpetuities. He quotes the constitution, asserting monopolies are contrary to a free state and should not be allowed. He calls for keeping governments on the republican tack.
The text laments expanding public bodies and monopolistic applications in the Commonwealths legislature. It warns that a proliferation of special interests could yield an aristocratic power bloc that defies the people and government, urging lessons from recent experiences with banking monopolies and exclusive corporate privileges.
The Tayloring shop of Mr. Sylvester Smith caught fire Sunday around 1 o clock from trash near the house where a cigar was dropped. The blaze spread little before alarms mobilized residents who quickly extinguished it, preventing major damage in the business district of Halifax Ad.
The Watchman and western papers denounce the convention terms as unfavorable to the West, though reassurance comes from Washington Statesman that the compromise is preferable to continued strife and ruinous policy. The Watchman’s editor urges Western support to ratify a largely advantageous arrangement.
Two men quarrelled on the night of the 27th, one was killed. The offender is bound over for trial at the next term of the superior court. The report appears in the Oxford Exam.
The Brook ly n N Y Advertiser cites a session vote of 50 to 35 on a free wall of color for educating children. The Raleigh Reg. counters that the claim misrepresents the legislature, calling the extract outrageous yet not barbaric and noting partisan distortion.
The Rev Joel Parker pastor of the First Presbyterian Church is noted in a short line from the local column, with a possible reference to church events or duties. Further readable context is limited in this OCR fragment.
Incomplete report from New Ostes describes a visit to the Northly and a public display including an effigy. The incident prompted discussion of morality and conduct, with a city-wide meeting where a resolution was offered unanimously to address the alleged offense.
Reported from the Jacksonville paper dated 1st instant describes US States troops from St Anon passing through to the Indian Agency Fort King. Officers listed include Captain Crane and Lieutenant Dancy. Force to move to banks of river west of the Mississippian area with minimal resistance. Economic notes mention an annual 100 appropriation for General Government support, amid ongoing missions and governance issues.
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The Maine Legislature elected J Ruggles of Thomaston to represent the state in the U S Senate for six years from March and to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Mr Ser this winter. The vote reflects party opposition and the regional shift in political power.
Amendments to Missouri constitution rest judges terms and have passed by constitutional majority, shaping tenure and service rules for the judiciary in the state. The action reflects voter approval and impacts future judicial appointments and term durations across Missouri courts.
A lone individual was slain on Measuring Street Thursday night after a brutal assault the previous evening. Witnesses report the assailant or attackers devoured at least three pounds of hind quarters before fleeing, according to New York Evening Express item.
An elderly nearto ninety eight, who lived frugally, agreed to take a boarder after friends urged it. He consented only if the arrangement cost no more than his current maintenance. He reserved his furniture and effects for his estate as a precaution amid the change.
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