Republican Nomination for President and Vice President
The notice lists Martin Van Buren of New York for president and Richard M. Johnson of Kentucky for vice president under the Republican ticket. It also names fifteen district electors with assorted hometowns across North Carolina, including Love in Haywood, Bowens in Ashe, Witrone in Lincoln, Henperson in Rowan, Ainx in Stokes, Parser in Guilford, Morass in Anson, Venasie in Granville, Watson in Johnston, Macon in Warren, Locenarrt in Northampton, Skinner in Perquimons, Wilcox in Edgecombe, Fentanv in Onslow, and Homes in New Hanover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Repeat Love
Haywood Co
George Bowens
Ashe
Joan Witrone
Lincoln
Arcu
P Henperson
Rowan
Joan Ainx
Stokes
Jonathan Parser
Guilford
Ws. A. Morass
Anson
Apeatt Venasie
Granville
Jostan O. Watson
Johnston
Naruanien Macon
Warren
Wa. B. Locenarrt
North’n
Henny Skinner
Perquimons
Louis D.wilcox
Edgecombe
War
P. Fentanv
Onslow
Owen Homes
New Hanover
Election returns from Pitt county county result
The county vote indicates Spaight 1179 and Dudley 75 for Governor. Commons show John J. Daniel 822, James George 632, Jos. Jno. Pippen 488 with one district unheard. Daniel and George likely elected. H. Hall to the Senate and Wm. D. Petway, Sheriff, unopposed. Pitt county verbally reports A. Moye elected to the Senate with Macon Moye and John Spiers as Republican Commons.
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Spaight
Dudley
John J. Daniel
James George
Jos. Jno
Pippen
Daniel
George
H. Hall
Senate
Wm. D. Petway
Pitt County
A. Moye
Messrs
Macon Moye
John Spiers
Muster roll vote tally at Spicer's held to 1840 standard
A candidate tally disputes a presidential muster count. The statement lists 73 on roll, 8 under 21, leaving 54 voters. It estimates 25 to 30 transient voters and concludes 84 on ground with 69 for Van Buren after deductions, plus neutrals to be subtracted.
Death by Lightning Strikes Woman UnderTree Shelter
A Friday last week a black woman, owned by Isaac Norfleet, Esq., was killed by lightning while taking shelter under a tree in this county. Another woman nearby was stunned and burned but is believed to recover. The event prompted notices of local tragedy and concern.
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Isaac Norfleet
Ra Jeivh Star Excerpt On Spoils Question In 1830s
The Newbern Sentinel cites extracts from the Fayetteville Observer and the Newbern Spectator regarding a rumored application by Hon Jesse Speight for the Mobile collectorship, describing it as part of spoils politics. The exchange reflects editorials on patronage and political appointments of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newbern Sentinel
Green Hill
Mr. Watson
Newbern Spectator
Fayetteville Observer
Ra- Jeivh Star
Jesse Speight
Mobile
Old Hero to Bestow Office on Relative Noted in Correspondence
In a letter J Speight defends his conduct against press insinuations that he seeks office. He states he would not pursue petty office for comfort or status and urges Washington to inform the President of any direct or indirect applications, demanding a public answer. He asks for a fair publication of any response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Government Journal
Washington
J. Speight
Surplus Revenue Report Criticized by Opponents
A Treasury report on 1856 liabilities and means shows a projected surplus under 15 million dollars, far below prior claims. The piece accuses the surplus faction of deceiving the public, delaying appropriation bills, and blocking disbursements to deny funds for fortifications, armories, and other projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of the Treasury
Senate
United States
Louisville Canal
New Orleans
Cumberland Road
Mississippi
Missouri
Bank of
Webster
Clay
Calhoun
Surplus Debate Over 1836 Appropriations and Defences
The surplus party denounces high appropriations while Secretary Woodbury’s report shows most funds from prior years and permanent allocations. It asserts actual expenses total 34.557 million for public objects and 220 thousand for private relief, with Indian treaties and removals inflating costs. It warns the 1840s Treasury will lack revenue, urging defense funding before further surplus distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Calhoun
Clay
Webster
Cuay
Wesster
Globe
Indian War Rumors Move South Toward Florida
The Key West Inquirer notes about 300 U. S. troops in Tampa and Indians concentrating near Indian Key to harvest arrow root. A Knoxville letter says Gen. Wool leads 2500 volunteers from Athens toward Seminoles Creeks and Cherokees, aiming to reach Texas if U.S. needs allow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
U. S
Tampa
Key West Inquirer
Indian Key
Knoxville
Charleston Courier
Wool
U.S. Army
Athens
Geo
United States
Texas
Gov. Call
Robbery of an Indian in Memphis India cabin
Three white men with blacked faces robbed an Indian cabin of 1750 dollars after he had received money from Pon totoc for lands. They entered during his absence, frightening a squaw and her papoose, and took the plunder in a quick, violent raid. The piece questions government land speculation and funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Tenn
Pontotoc
Inquirer
Massacre of Indians near Paris Illinois reported
Mr Jesse Ray of Jefferson County recounts that near Paris Edgar County Illinois twelve Indians were slain by townspeople after a drunken party of fourteen men seized whiskey from residents. Twelve were shot and two fled, while about sixty whites, mostly intoxicated, threatened further attacks on any Indians traveling through the area. Missouri Republican
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Jesse Ray
Jefferson County
Kentucky
Paris
Edgar County
Illinois
Wabash
Missouri Repub
Texian prospects rise with New Orleans reports of reinforcements
New Orleans dispatch dated July 7 1836 predicts Texian victory and massing forces in Texas. Kentuckians and 400 cavalry head west, totaling about 3000 to face Mexican troops. The note claims 8000 Mexicans in Texas are mule drivers and miners, not soldiers. Gen Lamar’s Texian army receives an animated address, while Gen Houston declines a public dinner invitation due to ill health, vowing to remain until Texas is free and its institutions renewed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
New Orleans
San Jacinto
Kentucky
Lamar
Houston
Natchitoches
Petersburg Market Sale Recap at Cotown-Dull Figures
Petersburg Market notes a Cotwon-Dull sale on July 25 with prices at 15 and 164 cents. Demand is reported as now exclusively confined to manufacturers, signaling a shift in buyer interest.
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Petersburg
Jni
Cadets at Military Academy Produce Five North Carolinians
At the recent examination of the Cadets, two North Carolinians were among the five in each of the groups, highlighting strong regional representation in the military academy's results.
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Military Academy
Four cadets earn Lieutenants rank in army class results
Four classes produced cadets distinguished above companions earning Lieutenant rank. William H. Wright of Wilmington led the third class, while Jeremy F. Silner of Guilford ranked fifth in the fourth class.
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Wm. H. Wright
Wilmington
Jeremy F
Death by self inflicting wound ends life of ex Bath man
Mr. Win. RR. King formerly of Bath Maine and lately a teacher at Shilo Camden county North Carolina died by his own hand a few days since, cutting his throat with a small penknife, in a suicide.
Independence Day Firing Accidents Reported Across Letters
Based on received reports the death and injuries from careless or faulty firing during the recent Independence anniversary are at least fifty. Each mail brings new cases of such accidents, highlighting ongoing danger from celebratory salutes.
Harrison State Convention Nomination Report
From Staunton Spectator the Virginia Harrison State Convention met on the 4th with delegates from eighteen counties. Col James Crawford of Augusta and Nicholas counties was elected President. On the 6th, the body adjourned after unanimously nominating General William H. Harrison of Ohio for President and John Tyler of Virginia for Vice President, adopting the Whig White electors ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Staunton Spectator
Virginia Harrison State Convention
James Crawford
Augusta
Nicholas
Wm. H. Harrison
Ohio
John Tyler
Virginia
United States
Raleigh and Gaston Rail Road progress reported
The Raleigh and Gaston Rail Road announces active operations under its president with rock quarrying for a Roanoke bridge and immediate bridge work. Ten miles from the river to Littleton are located and ready for contract, offering liberal wages. The route to Belt River via Warren Franklin and Granville is chosen, surveyors locating the segment ready for contract soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh and Gaston Rail Road
Roanoke
Littleton
Lar River
Warren
Franklin
Granville
Raleigh Star
Knoxville Internal Improvement Convention Opens
The Knoxville internal improvement convention began July 4 with Gen. R. Y. Hayne as president and William Lee as secretary. Nine states represented, over six hundred members present, with a general committee of forty five and sub committees assigning topics. Col Blanding chairs a committee valuing the road at 11 million dollars and noting it must pass along the French road. Engineers favor Blue Ridge passes Gap Creek Gap Reedy Patch Gap and Lakey's Gap. The convention adjourned July 8 after adjournment remarks.
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Knoxville
R. Y. Hayne
Wm. Lee
Col. Blanding
Blue Ridge
Gap Creek
Green River
Reedy Patch Gap
Lakey’s Gap
Broad River
Charac
Charleston Shouldey and the Valley of the Preach
The convention unanimously adopted a conciliatory spirit and recommended admitting Georgia to force, uniting with the Main road near Knoxville for equal advantages. Gen Layne received thanks for presiding, and Knoxville townspeople gave a barbecue in appreciation of the convention members.
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Charleston
Blue Ridge
South Carolina
Georgia
Knoxville
Layne
Mississippi freight estimate cited for Corton evoy sales
The Vicksburg Advertise estimates the present Corton evoy value of the State of Mississippi at six millions of pounds or from fourteen to fifteen millions of dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vicksburg
Corton
Mississippi
Printing Establishment Burnt at Nassau Street
Fire at 4 o'clock destroyed much of the American Bible Society printing house at 115 Nassau Street. The five story brick structure, occupied by Daniel Fanshaw, housed 18 or 19 power presses and a steam engine. Fire department efforts were praised but the interior was gutted and contents damaged. Two passersby heard noises inside before alarm, possibly voices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Bible Society
Nassau Street
Am. Bible Society
Daniel Fanshaw
N. Y. Jour. Com
Foreign News From Europe and Atlantic Ocean Wrecks
Late from Europe reports detail plague rumors in London, a romance among royal heirs, and ongoing nuptial negotiations as the Dutch Ambassador seeks a match for Princess Victoria. A French king invites the winning duke to visit. A Londonderry to Quebec ship, the Charlotte, was lost with 400 aboard. only ten survived.
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Europe
Sylvia de Grasse
Havre
France
London
Mesager
Victoria
Prince of Orange
Kent
Save Cobourg
Continent
Charlotte
Douglas
Londonderry
Quebec
Rail Road Bill remark by Duke of Wellington noted
On the third reading in Parliament the Duke of Wellington commented that railroads showed success yet warned that risks and practical challenges remain, suggesting cautious progress in the British project. His remark emphasizes balanced support and scrutiny for rail development.
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Duke of Wellington
Duke of Welling
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Martin van Bures
N.Y
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Richard M. Johnson
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