Northern communities model by public schools in Louisiana
Wheeler advocates treating public schools in Louisiana as a model for northern communities with Radical curriculum ideas. Major General Taurus, once a West Point tale, is noted in a sedentary pose. Gen Burnside joked by shaving half his cap. News about Daily Constitution editors and Norfolk papers adds mixed political color.
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Wheeler
Louisiana
Taurus
West Point Academy
Burnside
Bull
Town Creek Appeals to Edgecombe Taxpayers to Back Amendments
A Town Creek signed appeal blasts county expenditures based on Register's records. It accuses reckless disbursements and alleges "might makes right" in county government. The piece urges Edgecombe taxpayers to vote for constitutional amendments to curb oppression and secure prosperity for future generations.
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Town Creek
Tdgecombe
Register
Edgecombe
Vance and Leach Rally East as November Vote Looms
The Canvass notes Vance and Leach drawing large crowds in Washington and Edenton while promising continued effort in eastern counties. Jarvis Engelhard and Kenan praised for yeoman service in the east. Ramsey from Chatham reports Vance and Davis may win about 500 more votes than Davis did last year, amid slander from opponents. Ike Young tied to Grantism and revenue issues faces defeat.
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Vance
Leach
Pactolus
Pitt
Washington
Edenton
Jarvis
Engelhard
Kenan
North Carolina
Ramsey
Chatham County
Davis
Congress
Chath
Vanceam
Ike Young
Heodan
Can We Prosper Without Change in Public Affairs
The article contends that current Republican and Democratic leaders evade key issues with the “bloody shirt” tactic and calls for voters in Pitt and Edgecombe counties to demand reform. It praises M C S Ch for detailing Pitt County’s poor management costs and urges Republicans to reassess and support broader fiscal overhaul to protect workers and the economy.
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Gary
Causar
Vance
North Carolina
Congress
Sulee
M. C
Board of Commissioners
Pitt County
Edgecombe
Republican Party
Pitt
Edgecombe County
Amendments to the North Carolina Constitution
A critical explainer urges voters to study the proposed amendments. It condemns secret political societies and concealed weapons, opposes racial mixing in schools and marriages, and supports convict labor reform to reduce penitentiary costs while serving public works.
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Raleigh
North Carolina
Frgemen
United States
Grant
Wid
Washington
Germain
North Carolina Amendment Proposals Discussed Anew
The article outlines proposed constitutional amendments on conventions and suffrage, county government, judiciary, and office appointments. It argues voters should directly decide conventions, restrict voting for felons, and shift some offices from governor appointment to popular election, with adjustments to supreme court size and term rules, and rotation of judges. It stresses sobriety, accountability, and citizen control through elections.
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Germain
North Carolina reform plan to empower courts and cut costs
A convention proposes to expand magistrates power to speed justice and reduce court costs by creating special courts, while preserving the supreme and superior courts. It outlines judge and clerk removal rules, term lengths, and the legislature’s limited power to alter jurisdiction, with emphasis on economy and insulate the judiciary. It argues amendments will save money for the people and promote farming and education funding.
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New Hanover
Craven
South
North
Caroline
Judicial Department
Supreme Court
Legis
North Carolina
Pally
Supreme Court and rights under the convention debated
A historical note defends the convention against charges of overreach and high costs, arguing the $59,009 expense was modest and that voters gained more power while safeguards remained. It asserts no suffrage loss for black citizens, no officeholders ousted, and preservation of due process with potential reforms to reduce jail delays.
Our Gifted Senator Address at Philadelphia Ratification Meeting
Senator M. W. Ransom spoke at a Tilden and Hendricks ratification gathering in Philadelphia. He expressed patriotic sentiments and was cheered by attendees. The remarks highlighted North Carolina’s stateship dignity and eloquence, suggesting a prominent role for him in future years.
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M. W. Ransom
Tilden and Hendricks
Philadelphia
North Carolina
Letters of Our Candidates: Tilden and Hendricks
The letters of Governor Tilden and Hendricks accepting the Democratic nominations are praised as standout political documents. The piece contrasts them with Republican letters, lauding the depth and intellect of the Democratic letters and asserting Tilden’s stature among world statesmen. Mead Tilden's letter opens the discussion on page one.
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Hendricks
Tilden
Nied
Republic
Mead Tilden
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