Tarborough Press publication and advertising rates
The Tarborough Press issues weekly editions at two dollars and fifty cents yearly if prepaid or three dollars after the year ends. Short terms under a year cost twenty five cents per month. Subscriptions may be discontinued with notice and arrears settled. distant subscribers must pay in advance or provide a local reference. Advertisements up to a square cost one dollar for the first insertion and twenty five cents for each continuation. longer ads are charged per square with court orders and judicial notices 25 percent higher. Ads must state the number of insertions or run until ordered otherwise and paid. Letters to the editor must be postpaid or may not be attended to.
Tarborough Postmaster Controversy In 1841 Letter Spat
A Tarborough press critique argues Hon. Edward Stanly overstepped in seeking the removal of Postmaster James M. Redmond. The piece cites a Washington discussion with Danford Richards, Stanly’s letters, and reactions from Tarborough and Washington figures about interference in elections and official duties.
Whig Signers Back Stanly In Parborough Case
The letter to Mr. Stanly showed all Whigs in Parborough except three accepted no agency in Mr Redmond's removal. On July 21, Moore who had shown his appointment demanded surrender of the office books, as explained in the following letter detailing the proscriptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tarborough
Edward Stanley
James M. Redmond
Congress
United States
Gen
Harrison
Danford Richards
Whig Party
Washington, N. C
Stanly
Samuel Moore
Richards
Redmond
Mr Richards
Mr. Redmond
Washborough
Tarboro
James Redmond
Sam'l Moore
Francis Grancer
Mr. Stanly
Mr. Richards
Reddmond
Parborough
Mr. Moore
Moore
Charges of electoral interference and patronage in Tarborough era
The piece analyzes accusations against Mr Redmond and Mr Stanly over election interference and use of official influence. It juxtaposes claims against district postmasters in Pactolus and broader patronage concerns, questioning why some cases drew scrutiny while others did not, with commentary on Stanly’s vigilance and political bias.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tarborough
Redmond
Stanly
Pactolus
Pitt County
Geo. Harrison
Edward Stanly
Edgecome
Pit
Critique of Stanly for Congress and his record
A letter argues against Stanly citing 1839 promises to reduce government expenses and oppose direct taxes, a 1840 stance on duties, and support for policies against the South. It accuses him of inconsistency, bullying tactics, and cowardice, claiming he mimics J Q Adams and avoids true conflict.
A Whig of 1840 urges voters against Stanly in Congress
The letter argues against Stanly citing his support for Clay and tariff votes, claiming it harms constitutional rights. It predicts many in the Eighth District will back him out of prejudice, urges preserving liberty, and condemns voting for a man who would damage himself and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clay
Eighth
Stanly
New York
Congress
North Carolina
Old Adams
North
Political attack on Stanly and Hall contrasts
The Washington Republican rebukes the North State Whig for praising Stanly with Hall as authority. It recalls Hall’s 1832 tariff reduction and 1833 compromise, contrasts Stanly’s 1842 tariff votes, calls Stanly inconsistent and reliant on others, and argues posterity will see his conduct as faulted rather than virtuous. It notes Stanly’s shifting allegiances and vague rationale, and questions his regard for the Constitution and constituents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North State
Stanly
Dr. Hall
Dr Hall
Hall
Dr. Tall
Posterity
Adams
Slade
Demagogic politics challenged by Dr. Hall in Edgecombe
In Edgecombe the writer condemns a local politician for posing as an internal improvement advocate with Nags Head friends while voting against the Hill. The piece attacks demagoguery, praises Dr. Hall and Gen Jackson in Nash, and urges Stanly to pursue a straightforward policy, exposing borrowed plumes and nakedness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Hall
Gen. Jackson
Nash
Stanly
Edgecombe
Edgecombe democracy backs Arrington amid Stanly criticism
In Edgecombe the Democrats rally behind Arrington, denouncing Stanly and Whig pretenses as falsehoods. The letter calls for August unity to elect a true north state representative, praising Arrington’s clarity and resolve to defend Southern interests and the Constitution against federalist rhetoric.
Stanly Votes Tariff Stand Alone
Mr Stanly described feeling solitary and alone after casting a tariff vote that set him apart from his colleagues and peers within the same group.
Also Mentioned on This Page
the Tarborough Press
George Howard
Tarborw’ Press
Washington City
Messrs
J. W. Cuaux
Jas. Weppene
Tarboto
van Buren
The
Washington Republican
Mr. Exlstor
Old Beaufort
Old North
Bulgecombe
John Quincy Adams
Delegation Federal Party
Blgecombe
Gene Deman
South
Noble Beaufort
Friends of Liberty
Arrington
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