Editorial notes on tariffs and North Carolina politics
The editorial mocks tariff fears and political voices in Washington, notes Kentucky legislative deadlocks over a Senator, and praises Alliance trends. It defends ex Gov A B Andrews as Southern Railway vice president, criticizes the News and Observer, and discusses the State Agriculture Department turnover with Patterson Bruner Terrell and Ennis described as capable. The piece ends with well wishes for the new officials.
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Banquo
Washington
Kentucky
Republicaniss
Tribune
News and Observer
A. B. Andrews
Southern Railway Company
Board of Agriculture
News and Ogerver and Tribune
State Agricultural Department
Patterson
Bruner
Messers Terrell
Ennis
Come South A plea on state rights and southern opportunity
The text argues North Carolina did not repudiate a contract with the Southern Railway Company and explains a historic lease as a private, unauthorized action by railroad directors. It portrays the state’s plan to defend property rights, cites a midnight trade, and invites readers to the South highlighting land, climate, and growth potential.
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Southern Railway Company
North Carolina
North Carolina Railroad
Richmond & Danville Company
The
Southern
Southern Railway
John Smith
Bill Green
Sam Jones
Glass Houses and the Tribune's Political Instability
The Tribune editor, recently moved to North Carolina, criticizes the Board of Agriculture for Populist influence and warns Republicans about patronage. He questions the paper’s own politics, noting editors and staff with Democratic histories and suggesting readers shop for a more reliable Republican paper.
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The
Tribune
North Carolina
Board of Agriculture
Russell
Hayward
T. B. Eldridge
the Tribune
Martin
Winston Daily Sentinel
Hart
Alabama
Kenyon
Iowa
Briggs
Come South, Young Men In Minnesota Letter
State Auditor Ayer received a Minnesota farmer's question about a Northern man living among Southerners. The writer notes deep Minnesota snow since October and calls for relocation if one is a good citizen. The piece mocks bourbonism, asserts many parties exist, and urges newcomers to vote per location and keep politics out until settled, inviting to bring religion as well.
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Solong
Ayer
Minnesota
House Vote on the Lease Bill
A summary of the legislative battle over the lease bill notes the House passed the substitute after Senate defeat of the original. The article lists the Ayes and Nays by many named representatives, urging readers to clip or file to know who supported the people’s side in the House contest.
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Supreme Court
House
Senate
Col. Lusk
Abernathy
Alexander
Arrington
Barrow
Brown
Bryan
Chatham
Carter
Chapman
Dancy
Daniele
Deyton
Deweese
Dixon
Cleveland
Dockery
Duffy
Duncan
Ensley
Ferguson
Freeman
Gallop
Green
Grubbs
Hare
Harris
Halifax
Hyde
Howe
James
Jones
Lawdon
Leak
McKenzie
McLelland
McPeeters
McCrary
Murphy
Ormsby
Parker
Perquimans
Wayne
Petree
Pinnix
Roberts
Rountree
Smith
Somers
Spruill
Walters
White
Alamance
Bertie
Wilson
Yarborough
Young
The Benefit of Book Farming in Illinois
A study notes widespread laughter at scientific farming methods yet credits Elgin butter makers for success through science. Illinois reports over 340 million dollars invested in the business, more than triple the value of all other enterprises in the state.
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Elgin Butter Makers
Illinois
Cat Rescues Hog Kill Scene From Aggressive Buzzards
Alderman W J Smith cites a Greenville News tale where Henry Murphy near Reedy River killed hogs. His black cat fiercely chased buzzards circling the area, leaping at their eyes and clinging to one as it carried the bird away. The buzzard fled home with its load, while the cat fled to safety.
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W. J. Smith
Henry Murphy
Reedy River
Murphy
Grace
Greenville News
Timely Words On Farm Relief From A Virginian Leader
A prominent Virginian ex-legislator and lawyer urges Colonel Buford to unite farmers for reform. He links low farm prices to monetary policy and monopolies, calls for a nationwide farmers convention, and proposes cooperation among agriculture, boards of trade, press, and Congress to restore prosperity. He emphasizes concerted action and pledges readiness to help.
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Richmond
A. 8. Buford
25Th Vlt
Eperience
Boards of Trade and Chambers of Commerce
Newcastle
No Marquis of Queensbury Rules in North Carolina Rail Lease Fight
The Wilmington Evening Dispatch reports no Marquis of Queensbury rules apply as Gov Russell faces partisan attacks over the North Carolina railroad lease. Opponents use harsh allegations, accuse him of aiding Democrats, and attack his party loyalty while a potential Federal court challenge looms. The piece defends Russell, urging the public to back him as the fight continues.
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Wilmington Evening Dispatch
Marquis of Queensbury
Russell
North Carolina
Butler
Carlisle
Southern Railway
The End of Time Signs Warn of a Great Conflagration
In a rustic exchange, a columnist derides sensational doomsday talk, mocking rival papers as time’s freaks. He claims moral decay, cites prophecies, and compares modern media to a traveling circus, predicting the world’s end by fire with satirical resignation.
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Tribune
News and Observer
Gantry Haint
Barnum
Dream of the Press and Seeing Alliances in Reform Papers
A collage of quotations from reform papers and editors praising Alliance principles while critiquing politics. Notable snippets reference labor value, church money, and cries for reform, with satirical takes on Bwww.
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Reform
Alliance
Alliance Advocate
Brockton Diamond
Atlanta Constitution
Congress
Cleburne Herald
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Ee Bates
Raleigh
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Progressive Farmer
N. C. Farmers’ State Alliance
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Tas Progressive Fanusr
Tam
L. Polk
Agricultural Department
the Agricultural Department
National Bureau of Agriculture
Farmers’ Alliance
Dahomey
Marquis OF
Queensbury
Dream OF the Press
Lyman J. Gage
Ackerman
Church
Advance Courier
Ocall
Aes
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