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Newspaper
Tarboro Press
Location
Tarboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1837
Page
2
The notice announces the Republican nomination and election date Thursday July 27. General Louis J Wilson is the candidate for Congress and Col. Jon Bell is named as a candidate for County Court. The item appears in a 1897 newspaper fragment dated Saturday June.
A fragmentary notice indicates that an attorney advised a candidate, Clarl, Esq., for re-election to the Superior Court of the county. The readable text suggests formal guidance related to a judicial post and campaign considerations.
A fragment notes Capt. David Bell as a candidate for the office of Clerk of the Superior Court in this county. The readable text provides no further dates or details.
Citizens plead for leaders with experience combined integrity to navigate the disgraceful national crisis and choose the best qualified, steering the country from the unhappy dilemma into a steadier future.
A fragment asserts uncertainty about a Washington Junta and its ranks and notes concern over dignities. The text shows a confession of apprehension and a call to avoid unverified bodies among the big ranks.
Circulating chatter claims General Jackson has backing for a national endorsement while the administration seeks influence from the United States and certain favored actions. The report reflects partisan rumor and political maneuvering with no confirmed details.
A veteran politician described as a keen observer of people and events and a solid democrat without old school ties is central to a recent communication drawing attention from readers. The writer’s perspective highlights practical politics and enduring party principles.
The piece criticizes Gen Wilson's bid for a seat and Mr Stanly's qualifications, labeling them as insufficient and tied to party politics. It then argues banking policy caused distress, tracing distress to the expansion and contraction cycles of early U S banks and the specie circular, urging reform and criticizing monetary power held by banks.
A speaker condemns bank influence and currency speculation arguing that concentrated wealth in corporations would govern currency land and enslave citizens. He cites historical bank runs and depreciating state paper, warning that deposits and specie vanished, with 25 percent discounts and suspensions.
A Whig account reports a fresh town fire on Wednesday between 2 and 3 am, caused on the Jol Myers wharf then spreading to a store and bank buildings. Loss about 8000 dollars, with Mrs Myers as principal loser. a burning motive ties to a prior blaze, prompting a reward and demand to identify the arsonist.
Gov. Dudley, acting on the Executive Council's guidance, announces he will not pursue further action at this time. The move follows discussions with council members and reflects a shift in current policy direction during the administration.
Ataleigh Standard reports the call for an extra session of the legislature. The decision aims to address urgent legislative items and potential special measures likely to shape policy.
The Lincoln Republican from Lincolnton announces its second issue under Leonard Thompson, editor. The paper pledges to advocate for the people’s rights and support the current administration with a handsome sheet and improving aims.
A serious riot erupted in Broad Street after a four alarm fire in Roxbury. Firemen clashed with a rough Irish faction for one to two hours using clubs and missiles. About 40 rioters were jailed. at least one person was killed and several wounded. Infantry and cavalry restored order.
Charles Shepard Esq. announces candidacy to represent this congressional district in the House of Representatives of the United States, aiming to secure the seat for the coming election period.
Regretful notice reports Mr. G. Planner, a respected townman, suffered a heavy loss as his turpentine distillery was destroyed by a fire that began at nine o clock. All combustible contents on the premises were consumed.
A man named Nelson, described as occasionally subject to mental aberration, attempted suicide by hurling himself from the second story of a boarding house at the old County Wharf. He survived the fall by a few minutes, and the incident occurred early in the week, between Monday night and Tuesday morning.
The governor pardons Samuel, a slave of Dr Joho McAnen, convicted of murdering Pest, slave of Capt Astley G Lea. He was sentenced to hang at the last session of the Superior Court. Samuel will be removed from the jail and sent out of state immediately.
The Globe notes Vesti Mane is named charge dAffaires of the United States to Belgium and Henry D. Gilpin is designated to be Solicitor of the Treasury in a set of presidential appointments.
Official reports from Pampa Bay dated the second show the Miccausaukies a group of about 200 surrounded the camp of Micanopy Juniper and loud and forced them away. Micanopy refused to leave claiming a signed treaty. They warned him blood would be spilled but forced him onto a horse and carried him off. Jumper walked after selling his horses. Cloud is called a traitor as Jesup says emigration has failed and vessels will be discharged with no expected renewal of hostilities.
A brief note states troops are moved to places to position and cover the country. No further details available in the readable text.
A fragment reports six bales of cotton sold at Mayetteville last week for 1 8 cents per unit. The OCR text is unclear on units and names, but indicates a sale and price in the cited locality and period.
Petersburg market note dated June 19 reports cotton at ten cents with little demand beyond routine purchases. The short price movement reflects calm trading and limited overall interest in fresh orders, as buyers wait for clearer market signals.
Washington Market lists June 20 prices for Torpeatine at 150 dollars per unit, Vid at 150 dollars, Var at 100 dollars, and Whig also at 150 dollars.
Baltimore papers report a catastrophic flood caused by a bursting water spout that overflowed Jones Falls. It struck in the early hours of the 14th, killing 22 people and destroying 30 to 40 horses and 50 to 60 cattle, with property losses estimated between one and two million dollars, far surpassing the 1817 flood.
The court purportedly saved those crushed by pecuniary distress by quashing all sheriff judgments and ordering return of funds collected. It notes one case where the Sheriff refunded $5000 to M. Y. Star.
Four Augusta banks resolved to discount up to ten percent of their capital after a officers meeting. Two banks held back but expected to join. In New Orleans twelve American banks agreed to boost circulation by one million dollars and defer balance payments until December while debtors pay ten percent every sixty days.
Late from England indicates market independence and Liverpool dates to 24 May arriving in New York. The Evening Post notes several Liverpool houses stopped payment, mainly those tied to American trade and failed imports. A Gibraltar dispatch reports a harsh Spanish engagement where Queen's troops defeated Don Carlos forces with about 6000 casualties.
Wr hidler dmes J Batile will by permission preach in the Baptist Church in this place on the second Sabbath in July.
Marriage notice from the county lists Dr John A Alvinis wed to Mrs Paulina Horne daughter of Mr Frederick Philips on a Wednesday evening. Also reported is the death of Mrs Elizabeth June Bellamy at Rockcave Plantation near Marianna Florida aged 18, widow of Dr Samuel C Bellamy and mother of Alexander aged eighteen months. The loss is mourned by the society and friends.
Fragmentary lines present a poetic query about beauty and longing. The readable text lacks clear entities, events, or a coherent narrative to summarize into a standard news item.
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