The Bank Question and North Carolina Politics in 1840
The article argues the Whigs betrayed Tyler while he refused a United States Bank, claiming a bank would ruin the nation. It urges Freemen of North Carolina to vote in August for Morehead or Louis D. Henry, praising Henry as a Republican of steadfast principle and warning against Whig deceit and failed promises.
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Congress
Tyler
Harrison
United States Bank
United States
Whig Party
Fyler
North Carolina
Morehead
Aegus
Louis D. Henry
Fayetteville
May Result Reveals NC Freemen Stand With Brethren
May result shows North Carolina Freemen equally understand and vindicate their rights at the polls, aligning with peers in other states. The brief note highlights rising confidence and cohesive civic action among the group during the election period.
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North Carolina
Tremendous Storm Threatens Destruction and Flooding
After forty days of rain a violent storm struck Tuesday night, bringing wind and downpours that flooded Tar river and lowlands. Trees fences and crops were prostrated and watercourses swelled to levels unseen since the 1898 freshet. Damages to crops mills bridges and other property are widespread and hard to estimate.
Shacco Springs Hostess Adds Attractions for Visitors
The watering place is highlighted for its medicinal qualities and new attractions. The enterprising hostess has provided additional amusements for visitors, with prior notices of the Springs’ benefits and inducements to seek recreation there.
Salisbury Convention Address Advocates New Ruler Change
The piece hails the Salisbury Convention as masterly and denounces Whig promises and measures. It argues that the public must accept a new ruler to safeguard our country and its institutions.
Address to electors delayed by ill health in 1842
Fayetteville July 9 1842 Dear Sire I have received many invitations to address Governor electors in counties but my health prevents further canvassing now and would risk life or health. I began in February and was taken sick in May. Although largely recovered my physician and friends advise against renewing the canvass this season.
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Fayetteville
Altho
Respectful refusal to a civic invitation by Louis D. Hen
Louis D. Hen writes to Sam Loring expressing regret at not attending a public event. He thanks citizens for invitations, offers a brief apology, and notes his services would be small compared with the burdens of the undertaking, signing with respect.
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Sam
Louis D. Hen Thomas Loring
Tariff Bill Rejected as Senate Adjourns Yet Tariff Talk Continues
In the Senate Mr Tallmadge gave notice of a Monday floor action on his Fiscal Agent. In the House a vote on the vetoed Tariff bill failed to reach two thirds with 110 voting yes and 97 no plus several not voting. North Carolina delegation split yeas Deberry Graham Mitchell Shepperd Stanly Washington. Nays Arrington Caldwell Daniel McKay Rencher Saunders. The other Tariff bill remains before the House. Reports say Mr Botts plans impeachment articles against the President.
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Congress
Senate
Tallmadge
House
N. C
Yeas
Messrs
Deberry
Graham
Mitchell
Shepperd
Stanly
Washington
G. Nays
Arrington
Caldwell
Daniel
McKay
Rencher
Saunders
Botts
Land Fund Quota Delayed by Government Action
The Madisonian reports that public land sale proceeds due to New York have been spent by the government. The President is said to excuse the mishandling citing new rules that allow higher duties, delaying distribution. Raleigh Star notes an appointed agent will travel to Washington to claim New York’s share.
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Afe
Raleigh Star
Picnics and a classic etymology at the Female Academy
In a light letter from Takboro Press the writer recalls a recent soiree at the Female Academy described as one of the most agreeable fetes in memory. The piece humorously discusses the word picnic, recounting a Rome anecdote about a young man named Nic and the exclaimed nickname pick-Nick. The note closes with “JACK-HORSE.”
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Mr. Howard
Critturs
Webster
Walker
Herculaneum
Titus
Rome
Nic
Nick
Rocky Mount National Anniversary Celebration Report
For the Tarboro’ Press the National Anniversary celebration began at the Baptist church at eleven. Rain and gloom initial, then the sky cleared by mid-morning. About three hundred citizens and visitors from Nash, Halifax, and Edgecombe counties gathered to honor the day despite bad weather, with many ladies contributing cheer to the festive gathering.
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Rocky Mount
Baptist Church
Nash
Halifax
Edgecombe
A Joyous Anniversary Celebration in Mecklenburg County
An all too vivid scene of a public anniversary with a large assembly of men and women, patriotic songs, and a detailed account of prayers, toasts, and an elaborate feast. Col. Bar tle and Col. Lindsay organized the event, with Rev. Bellamy leading the prayer and A. R. Bridgers delivering an oration. The crowd, music, and a sumptuous Rocky Mount Depot dinner followed, with praise for Mr Braswell and hopes for good and patriotic husbands.
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B. D. Bartle
Jno. BE. Lindsay
Wm. Bellamy
Mecklenburg
Charles Harrison
Old North State
James M Battle
Columbia
London
A. RB. Bridgers
Committee of Correspondence
Bruce
Rocky Mount Depot
Howell Braswell
Braswell
Col. Battle
E.q
Dno. F. Tompkins
Jno. H. Harrison
M. Weston
Caledonia Brings European Papers to Boston
The steamer Caledonia arrived in Boston on the 5th instant with London papers dated the 18th and Liverpool papers dated the 19th ult. The supplied papers are barren of notable items.
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Europe
Caledonia
Boston
London
Liverpool
England faces rising distress amid dull wheat markets
Distress increased in many parts of England as flour and wheat markets remained dull. Money stayed easy for commercial purposes at 4 percent with little demand. A youth named John Francis has been found guilty of shooting at the Queen and sentenced to be hanged, drawn, and quartered.
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England
John Francis
Battle is candidate for Bri P Gen in 5th Brigade
The Halifax Advocate announces Co B D Battle as a candidate for Bri P Gen in the 5th Brigade of the N Co Mil. Gen L D Wilson has resigned. The paper will publish this notice until the election and send a report to the office.
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B. D. Battle
Bri
N. Co. Mili
L. D. Wilson
Halifax Advocate
Candidate Louis D. Wilson Seeks County Senate Seat
The announcement declares Gen Louis D Wilson as a candidate to represent the county in the upcoming General Assembly Senate. The message outlines his bid and official candidacy status for the county seat in the general election context.
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Gfewe
Louis D. Wilson
Senate
General Assembly
Col Joshua Barnes Named Candidate for County Seat
A local announcement confirms Col Joshua Barnes as a candidate to represent the county in the next General Assembly House of Commons. The notice signals Barnes’s bid and intent to run, highlighting his military service and community ties within the county.
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Col
Joshua Barnes
House of Commons
General Assembly
Ralph E. Macnair
Petway Declared Candidate for County Sheriff
The announcement states WM. D. PETWAY is an authorized candidate for Sheriff of this county. He seeks the office with support indicated by official authorization. Petway is presented as a prospective law enforcement leader awaiting election.
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WM. D. Petway
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Tarboroveh S
Cumberland County
L. D. Henry
Wim. F. Duncus Esq
The
Raleigh Standard
Takboro’ Press
Tarboro’ Press
Phoreign
Tarborough
New York
Shocco
Shocco Springs
Louisburg, N.C
Ba'tle James
Bridgers
Robert R Bryan Henry H Baker Moses Barnes
Joshua Boag
William Cromwell
Openet Campbell
Frances Cobb
Mary Curtis Moses A J Cohoon
Ri Downs
Julia Aon Dew Zachariah Edwards
Bonja Everett
Rebecca Foreman
Nesby Garrett John Harry B
Aps
F Hopkins
Julia Hedgpeth
Rich’ Hopkins Henry Harvey Joseph Hamlet
Spencer Jenkins
James FE Knight
D&ic
Knight Charles Knight
Jesse C Killebrew
Joshu Leggett Levin Lawrence Joshu Samt
Votice
Geo. Howard
Tarboro
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