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Newspaper
Tarboro Press
Location
Tarboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1844
Page
2
A Tarboro press notice invites Democrats to a May Court meeting to arrange the selection of a Democratic elector for the district. The convention to pick an elector will be held in Tarboro later in June, and Edgecombe must appoint delegates in time. Many Democrats.
Editorial correspondence from Archd. H. Harrington dated May 15, 1844 explains his return to Washington after postponing due to family illness and his father's death. He notes voting on tariff measures, Texas annexation debate, and party harmony ahead of the Baltimore Democratic National Convention on the 27th, promising to attend to constituents' demands despite his absence.
The House rejected tariff reform by a 5 vote majority amid Southern resentment over taxation. The tally showed 98 Democrats in favor of tariff reduction, 25 Democrats and 80 Whigs absent, 12 Democrats and 3 Whigs against, with Whig Mr Rayner criticized for inconsistency on tariff policy.
The passage notes a congressman supporting the current stance while reductions favor his constituents and align with his past public course, implying a corrupting influence of presidentializing power. The remark suggests political maneuvering influencing policy decisions.
The piece argues against opponents of Texas annexation, citing Henry Clay and Van Buren and alleging prior opposition to annexation in 1825 to 1829. It contends Spain did not recognize Mexican independence until 1836, and asserts Texas remained independent de facto, with treaties of 1829 and 1844 addressing Texas without Mexico’s eminent domain.
A first page letter from General Hamilton responds to Daniel Webster’s remarks on slavery and slaveholding states, defending the Union and addressing accusations with measured reproach. The exchange frames ongoing political tensions over slavery in the nation.
A critical, period-voice line condemns Daniel Webster’s doctrines as evil and urges an immediate rebuke. The speaker contrasts Hamilton’s former militant defense of Southern rights with current warnings, stressing self-respect and stern opposition to harmful ideas.
A critique of Whig paper schemes offering free copies to swell circulation before a Clay presidency, warning Democrats against such bait. The piece then reports Senate credentials for John M. Niles and a House inquiry into the Chesapeake water dispute and a pistol incident in the Capitol, with procedural notes and adjournment.
From the Raleigh Standard we learn rumors claim Secretary Spencer of the Treasury has resigned after a dispute with President Tyler. Postmaster General Wickliffe and Attorney General Nelson are said to be ready to depart. Whig Senator Valimutge of New York is rumored to be near a new role with Tyler, continuing a Washington mystery.
The Circuit Court of the United States for the District of North Carolina will be held in this city on the fourth day of June next, as per Judge Powter's order and the marshal's notice.
Jurors and parties concerned will attend as instructed this month. The notice directs attendance for related court proceedings and emphasizes proper procedure for attendance and handling of case matters.
The Enquirer reports a small Whig edge of two on joint ballot in the Legislature, with Democratic popular vote up. Caution is urged as a Whig pledged to vote for a Democratic Senator could yield a tie if Mr Askerville aligns, and the piece foreshadows a Democratic rebound next fall.
Notice invites persons joining the Baltimore Convention excursion on the 27th instant to assemble on the Wilmieton Roadloo by the 24th. The trip runs from Weldon to Baltimore and back, eight hours, and from Wilmington to Weldon and back costs two dollars.
The Northampton Superior Court, Judge Pearson presiding, fined Francis E. B. Rives twenty five dollars and ordered custody until fines and costs are paid. The judge noted Rives acted with counsel’s advice in asserting a perceived right and saw no reason to fear repetition of the offense.
The Philadelphia riots began Monday of last week and ran for days, killing 13 and wounding 39. About fifty houses and two Catholic churches were destroyed by fire. The unrest followed a disturbance at a Native Americans meeting, with volunteers called in to restore order. The riot sparked religious fury, seen as a dangerous new element. Also noted, A Murrel, once jailed as the West Coast pirate, was released after ten years as a Tennessee penitentiary blacksmith.
Reports from Havana up to the 23d last month describe swift action against insurrectionists in New Orleans. Authorities have executed over 200 ringleaders and hold three to four hundred more in prison, with several Englishmen among the implicated. The English Consul claimed the men, but the Captain General insists on justice before any objection.
Court action seeks 450 dollars from Bradford of Cortland County for breaking an engagement to Celesta A Miller after five years as suitor. Wedding dress readied. wedding day set, Bradford instead wed another woman at Washington Market. May 6. Corn wholesale 1.85 per barrel. Bacon 6? cents. Lard 7 cents. Naval stores New dip 200. Old 31 8 5. Serape 80 cents. Hep.
Louis C. Pender is authorized to announce his candidacy for sheriff of the county in the upcoming election. He seeks the office to serve the county and urges voter consideration in the race.
Jesse Mercer launches his candidacy for the office of Sheriff in the county election. He seeks the position with a focus on law enforcement, community safety, and administrative reform. Additional details not evident in fragment.
Mrs Margaret B Parker wife of M K Parker Esq died at home in Summer County on the 22d of the month in the 45th year of her age. A North Carolina native from Edgecombe County she dies as she lived a sincere pious Christian. She leaves an affectionate husband and four children.
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