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Newspaper
The State Chronicle
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1892
Page
4
Weather report from Raleigh dated August 12 1892 notes a maximum temperature of 91 and a minimum of 74 with fair, slightly cooler conditions. North Carolina forecast calls for fair weather with coastal showers and variable winds.
News of the City outlines upcoming school terms and street improvements on West Martin street while noting railroad depot work, track connections, gas lighting, and plans for Oakdale streetcar service. It also reports on deaths, arrivals, elections, and local business moves including new stores and seed sales.
The Railway Commission filed its opinion in a case involving 65 cent telegraph messages from Elizabeth City to Winston. It held Western Union offices at Elizabeth City Edenton and other Norfolk Southern points as warranting the 25 cent rate. messages over private lines are not commerce between states and thus follow state rates. The ruling takes effect August 22.
Markets by Téegtph report a tumultuous day in cotton with silver fluctuations affecting New York and Liverpool. Traders note a morning surge followed by a silver decline and partial recovery, interior and port movements, and prices closing modestly above prior levels. Commodities and local businesses in Raleigh and other cities are also listed.
Wake County court action seeks $142.40 plus interest on two notes from September 1579. W. D. Haywood J. P. issued a summons and warrant of attachment against the defendant and property, returnable at Kaleiga on Tuesday September 27, 1892. Defendant must appear or demur. dated August 10, 1892. Market notes follow with grain prices and wheat options as of New York trading, reflecting subdued activity and weak closes.
Testimonials from G. K. Mellor Bush & Co and others in Worchester Springfield and Worcester Mass praise Ely s Cream Balm as the best remedy for catarrh. Customers report satisfying results and real merit from the product.
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