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Newspaper
Tarboro Press
Location
Tarboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1844
Page
2
The edition discusses Col Michael Hoke of Lincoln as a gubernatorial candidate and includes a disclaimer about a prior editorial sketch on William Clay supporters. It defends the writers against charges of disrespect while arguing the piece aimed to highlight political inconsistencies of opponents.
The piece reviews Henry Clay and Martin Van Buren positions on Texas annexation. Van Buren asserts Congress power and unity with Mexico to annex Texas, while Clay opposes, aligning with abolitionist views and arguing against annexation. Col. Johnson advocates straightforward support for Texas and the Union, contrasting diplomatic arguments about treaties with Mexico.
Mr. Clay argues against annexation citing Texas wars and debts. supporters counter that Texas will assume our burdens. The speakers claim the opportunity is the golden moment, endorsed by Genl Jackson, and insist the nation’s interest outweighs presidential politics.
The speaker declares opposition to Texas annexation, asserting Whigs follow Henry Clay over public interest. He criticizes party leaders for worshiping Clay and forcing members to adopt his stance, abandoning independent judgment and patriotism.
Report describes a rally in Edgecombe where Mr. Clay urged Democrats to press on. A miscue amid the crowd sparked laughter as he spoke from outside. In Warren County at a depot a playful scene endures with a woman claiming a souvenir hair from Col Joyner, mistaken for Mr. Clay, prompting mortified amusement.
Virginia elections for the Legislature and two Congress seats to fill Wise and Gilmer vacancies were held Thursday. Complete returns were not yet in, but Whigs appear to have gained in the House of Delegates while the popular vote remains Democratic. Senate majority likely to persist on joint ballot for Senator. final tallies awaited.
The Missouri Democratic State Convention unanimously nominates Martin Van Buren for president and R. M. Johnson for vice president. In Congress the Senate debates the postage bill, striking the requirement for publishers to maintain mail lists and quarterly returns to the Postmaster General. In the House the debate on March 23 continues with Mr White of Kentucky, a key ally of a close ally.
The scene in the House involved Mr. Clay denying a charge from 2019 remarks about slavery, a clash between Mr. White and Mr. Rathbun, and a Lexington district man firing a pistol wounding Capitol police officer J. H Wailes. White and Rathbun exchanged regrets, the House adjourned, and ordered the shooter imprisoned until further orders.
From the Democratic Signal observers express deep solicitude for Henry Clay as he endures severe trials. They note his sixty seventh year, exhausting public service, immense correspondence, and frequent speeches in fierce partisan settings. They urge political friends to reflect on the toll and refrain from overburdening him further.
The New York Express reports from Washington that special messenger Gil bert L. Thompson departed for Vera Cruz with papers for the Mexican Government and may return in twenty days with propositions on Texan independence and California sale. It notes Webster’s California buy idea, and that the Oregon negotiation was suspended as the government seeks a treaty to the Senate with annexation, hindered by various difficulties including limits on British ministerial authority and Calhoun’s ultimatum proposing the 49th parallel as northern boundary.
The United States case notes that Mr Packenham could not accept the offer as his instructions did not permit such acceptance.
The Washington Spectator reports Wesley Jones, Esq. has been re appointed as Marshal of the United States for the District of North Carolina Alabama Senator by the President with Senate consent. The Hon Dixon H Lewis is appointed by the Alabama governor to fill the U S Senate vacancy caused by Col William R King’s resignation.
The Warrenton Reporter reports a child was found dead in nearby woods. The death is described as strangulation by an unknown assailant. authorities have not identified or charged anyone in connection with the case.
The Wilmington Chronicle reported on April 24 that counterfeit ten dollar notes from the Planters and Mechanics Bank of South Carolina circulated locally. The fakes bear the letter B, with pale impression and chalky paper. Distinguishing marks include eighteen black spots on the shaded margin of genuine bills versus twenty on the counterfeits.
Mr James Campbell son of Duncan Campbell of this county was killed Monday while helping a wagoner free his wagon. Wheels passed over him, severing a main artery and causing fatal bleeding before a physician arrived. Fuy Cur.
A serious accident occurred in Raleigh on Saturday morning during a cannon salute for Mr. Clay. The cannon fired early, wounding Mr. McAdams in the face and Mr. Puttick in the hands.
The Turpentine distillery of Mr T. L. Blackwell burned Wednesday around noon, with winds driving flames away from town. Stills reportedly undamaged and little spirits or resin lost. total damage estimated near $1000 according to Newhernian.
The Acadia reached Boston on April 20, reporting English dates to the 4th. The cotton market dull with rates reduced. staple fallen from 1 8d to 1 4d per pound. Crop prospects now fully average, contributing to the low mood. London grain dull. duty down to 17s per quarter. Foreign wheat subdued. Share market buoyant. capital seeks French railways and new lines projected. Money abundant. any remunerative channel draws investors. Washington Market May 2: corn wholesale 190 per barrel. bacon 6 cents. lard 7 cents. Naval stores: new dip 200. old 185. scrape 50 cents.
The notice announces Louis C. Pender and Jesse Mercer as candidates in the upcoming election for Sheriff of the county. Both names appear as authorized declarants for the sheriff race.
New and Beautiful I AS has received a spring supply of millinery goods featuring pattern silk bonnets Rutland braid Albertani shell Florence braid open gimp six straw bonnets and a variety of silks satins Tarleton muslins ribbons laces gimps and flowers all offered on liberal terms in Tarboro May 2 1944.
William C Crump a dentist is announced with references to prominent doctors and officials. The notice requests patients to leave addresses with Drs Thomas or McNair as Crump can only stay 2 to 3 days, and will visit on arrival, dated April 18, 1844 in Greenville North Carolina.
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