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Newspaper
Tarboro Press
Location
Tarboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1837
Page
2
In the paper, Spencer L Haar Esq will be voted for at the election as Senator from this County by many voters. The statement urges support for Haar in the upcoming county senate race.
A lengthy editorial urges voters in Edgecombe County to participate in the congressional election, arguing the outcome could tilt national policy regarding the Bank aristocracy and constitutional rights. It critiques Washington Whig editorials, defends Gen Wilson’s congressional vote, and questions the editor’s impartiality and the county’s public discourse.
The writer defends candor while challenging the Editor on Wilson and the Whig candidate. They argue for proof of Gen Wilson's alignment with constituents and condemn praise of a "promising young man" over a veteran with proven service. The piece emphasizes the impending election on Thursday to settle these questions.
The Washington Whig letter credits Gen Wilson for rescuing the river from monopoly and defends Pit residents against claims they were unaware of his actions. It asserts Pit people remember his principled stand, value public virtue, and insist that honoring him does not diminish Pitt members’ merits.
Philo Pitt denounces monopolies as violations of liberty and public trust. He frames opposition to Navigation Company and United States Bank as defending constitutional principles, urging Pitt residents to resist corruption and factionalism. He recalls the 1818 triumph to warn against surrendering to monopolistic power.
An article from the Globe corrects the Whig presses claims about the administration's currency policy, addressing recent and current positions and clarifying the official stance for readers.
An advertisement states Mr. Ry an has been dangerously ill and cannot fulfill engagements. He postpones to the week of the Superior Court, plans to travel the Sd Circuit starting at Martin County on August 28, and apologizes for disappointments caused to Edgecombe residents due to his severe illness.
Raleigh papers report the Editorial Convention date moved from the first Monday in September to Wednesday, November first, aiding lower state editors and promising wider attendance.
A toast published in the Halifax Advocate praises Edgecombe’s seventy five gallant band for contending bravely against foes and urges them to keep up zeal for constitutional liberty until a splendid triumph over the Myrmidons of power is achieved.
The notice portrays Nathaniel Macon as a pure unbending patriot and sturdy republican, noting his probity, independence, and long life of patriotism. It highlights his influence and candid advice to the late President on major issues, reflecting on his enduring legacy and stature.
The Warrenton Reporter mourns Nathaniel Macon highlighting his patriotism and service as North Carolina congressman, speaker, and senator. It recalls his alliance with Jefferson Madison and his stance against moneyed influence, ending with a Postmaster Circular restricting express letters to the President and department heads without postage.
The Mec Minniville Gazette reports the death of Pleas ant Henderson Esq in his 53rd year after being struck by lightning on June 28 while seated on his portico. The incident occurred nearly instantly and he reportedly uttered only give me some water before dying. Henderson was a highly regarded citizen leaving a wife and ten children.
Mourn his joss. Some readers will recollect that Mr. Henderson was an emigrant from North Carolina. Raleigh Standard.
The Alabama legislature adjourned after a three week session and passed a relief law offering one to three year terms for debts of banks and authorizing a five million dollar loan to aid debtor relief. It aims to free funds for foreign debts by fall, bolster creditors abroad, and improve state finances amid a favorable crop outlook.
The New Jersey Legislature approved a bill to stay executions on judgments while prosecutors seek gold or silver to satisfy the debt. The stay endures until the demand for specie ceases. A second bill applies to bank protection, referencing the Withington Act.
The governor issued a June 27 proclamation calling the militia to readiness to repel a British New Brunswick incursion after Capt McLauglin arrested E J Greely at Madawaska acting under Maine authority. The governor seeks redress from the General Government.
From Trinidad the brig Marcia at New Haven reports a black troops uprising at St Josephs eight miles from Port of Spain. Officers attacked, Arsenal seized, force rallied and killed 15 or 20, dispersing the rest. The Marcia carried $19,000 in specie.
Turpentine new dip priced at 170 dollars replacing old 160. Tar listed at 100 dollars. Whig Petersburg Market notes July 11 with cotton prices steady and some activity, sales quoted 9 to 10 cents.
Elder Joseph Barnes is set to preach by appointment at multiple sites from July 31 to August 15 including Cross Roads m h Log Chapel Kehokee Vaughan's Deep Creek Law rence's Tarboro Old Town Creek Litle Creek Gum Swamp. Alfred Norman and Benjamin Watson plan a two day meeting on July 22 and 23 at the Old Church in Tarboro Com.
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