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Newspaper
The State Chronicle
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1891
Page
2
Historical Chronicle page fragment shows a Raleigh North Carolina address with editor Josephus Daniels and listed directors. Notices urge timely delivery and reader feedback. Includes editorials from Henry Grady and Ben Tillman and a December 8 1891 note on the new Speaker Mr Crisp of Georgia after the 30th ballot.
The article argues the speakership campaign shows no sectionalism with candidates Mitts Crisp and Miss. It notes Southern support for Mitts was limited and primarily from nearby states, while Miss and Crisp are described as tariff reformers. It cites The World claiming sectionalism now only appears in the Republican party.
A political dispute over the New York Legislature pits Republicans against Democrats as the Senate balance hinges on an allegedly ineligible candidate. The Democrats urge court review while Republicans push for counting the disputed seat. The matter prompts commentary on legality and partisan power, signed by T. W. Parton.
Editorial letters defend D A McDougald’s acquittal, arguing circumstantial evidence failed and urging NC to abolish capital punishment. The writer praises the jury and notes potential injustices if the death penalty or life sentence without pardon were applied.
A divorce suit against Lord Roussair ends in a verdict favoring the wife, exposing vile testimonies about noble vice. The piece contrasts aristocratic hypocrisy with democratic ideals and argues feudal distinctions will fade like in America.
The State Executive Committee appeals to the people to condemn abuse and vituperation. It urges prudent forbearance and the supreme virtue of charity, pledging to concede to all the inalienable right of opinion.
An Allianceman exposes a red taped petition pledging support to a third party in 1892, circulating through sub alliances in Rowan Canaius and Stanly. The Mecklenburg Times condemns the tactic as cowardly prosyletizing and warns farmers to keep politicians out or risk destroying the alliance.
The New York Herald reports a contrast between loud public piety and true charity. It notes the Dairy State Cyclorama has 2,615 bona fide subscribers, the highest circulation for any daily paper in North Carolina, with expected growth to 3,000 soon. The Chromide prints the news, driving its circulation.
City tax list for 1891 placed in my hands for collection. I will be in my office daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All taxes unpaid by December 1 incur a 1 percent penalty on the first day of each month thereafter until paid. C. B. Root City Tax Collector.
An old advertisement touts liver health and urges readers to verify a 7 percent trademark on the wrapper and packaging. The copy highlights J. H. Zeilin & Co as the source and distinguishes their product from imitators.
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