Democratic convention feud heats as Elmira crowd gathers
New York February 22 delegates from Elmira and Troy join a large, lively crowd at the State Democratic convention in Albany. Speeches praise a popular leader while a faction of objectors plans a separate Syracuse gathering May 31 to protest methods at the main convention.
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Elmira
Binghamps
Yinty
Troy
Sor Hill
Puithe Stanewix
Cochran
Ellery Wn
Smas
Grace
Temper- Pain
Geo. M. Beebee
Perfirman
Daniel “Ssecretarys
Chas. R. De“i Tleweson
Chas. F. Das
Ty Lully
Chas. Sutherland Y Hall
Ronment
George Hyo Wile
New York
Newry
Mocracy
Senate
United States
Democratic Party
Jefferson
Jackson
Mill
Union Hall
Insurance
Maxwell
Treasury
Fairchild
Tracy
Ellery Anderson
Chase
W. D. Locke
Buffalo
Syracuse
Washingtons Birthday Celebrated in Winston Salem
Patriotism ran high as Winston Salem schools observed Washingtons birthday with ceremonies at North Winston. Forsyth Riflemen fire companies and the Salem band provided music. The Junior Order of United American Mechanics helped, and a large American flag was presented. The new aldermanic caucus nominated R. B. Kerner for mayor and E. H. Wilson as secretary and treasurer for two years, with formal confirmation expected tomorrow.
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Winston
Winston- Salem
Washington
North Winston School
Order of United American Mechanics
Forsyth Riflemen
Salem
Board of Aldermen
R. B. Kerner
E. H. Wilson
Chowan Baptist Female Institute Notes Strong Session
From Murfreesboro North Carolina February 22 Special report praises the Chowan Baptist Female Institute for its excellent session with about 100 enrollments. Students shown unusual diligence and strong work highlighted by a Friday night musicale on February 19 with an attractive program and well rendered numbers.
Scotland Neck hosiery exhibit shines at Fish Game Oyster Fair
At the Newbern Fair in Newbern on February 22 the Scotland Neck hosiery display draws strong attention and praise, highlighting the event's variety and local industry appeal. The piece notes the fair's notable attendance and the exhibit's impact on visitors.
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Newbern
Scotland Neck
Cleveland’s Grand Ovation At Michigan Arrival
Ex President Cleveland and party arrived by special Michigan Central train at 11 with a housing reception. Thousands gathered on depot rooftops and streets as 600 law students and 1000 other students formed the parade. Mayor Doty presented a silver casket of resolutions as 5,000 filled University Hall for Cleveland’s speech. The crowd cheered wildly through the address.
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Ann Arbor
Midh
Cleveland
Michigan Central
Grand College
Don M. Dickinson
Angel
Doty
University Hall
Two Young Desperadoes Rob Yancy County House
The Asheville Citizen reports Horace Hampton and Alfred Hampton, cousins, stayed overnight at Calvin Webb’s home in Yancy county. After Webb charged fifty cents for both, the pair robbed the trunk of $130 in cash while Webb retrieved change. They escaped, a neighbor hunt is ongoing, and both implicated men are sons of prominent physicians.
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Yancy County
Asheville
Horace Hampton
Alfred Hampton
Calvin Webb
Webb
Greene County
Tenn
Dr. Hampton
On the Brink of Revolution in Spain
Maprio February 22 reports the Spanish government girds for possible May uprising while Anarchists threaten action early in protest of the Xeres executions. Officials in public offices are watched and Barcelona garrison is strengthened amid fears of disturbances.
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Maprio
Xeres
Barcelona
Prominent figures attend St Louis convention
Delegates from multiple states gather at the St Louis exposition for a disaffected political convention. Francis Willard, Taubeneck, Robt. W. Schilling and others present as representatives of anti rum powers, anti monopoly groups, and the People’s party. The day centers on committee appointments and a draft platform focused on land finance and transportation.
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W. A. Carsey
New York City
Snyder
Kansas
Post
Georgia
Washburn
Massachusetts
John B. Weaver
Iowa
L. L. Polk
North Carolina
Livingston
C. A. Rankin
Ignatius Donnelly
United States
H. Snyder
Kingman
Kan
United I.es of America
Presid
Farmers’ Alliance and Industrial Union
Ben Terrell
Texas
Mitchell
Chicago
Swanee River
Hill Democrat Letter Spars with Cleveland Nomination
Geo T Jones of Rocky Point argues NC farmers will not vote for Cleveland over anti silver views. He warns North Carolina should not back Cleveland, urging nomination of a proven winner who can defeat opponents and “turn the rascals out.” He critiques alliance leaders and rural distrust of Cleveland’s stance.
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Mr. Cleveland
Rocky Point
N. C
South
Presidency
Cleveland
Alliance
Mr. C
Greely
Geo. T. Jones
Called Down by Mrs Harrison In Washington Tale
A brief anecdote from January in Washington features a Indiana born man, long in New York, who acts pretentious at a White House reception. Mrs. Harrison notices his pose and gently chides him, saying he never learned to keep his hand up.
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White House
Washington
Indiana
Harrison
New York
Entire Crew Drowned in Wreck Near Penzance
London February 22 authorities believe the steamer wrecked yesterday off Penzance is the Fratallo Fabris. Wreckage bearing that name has washed ashore and it is thought the entire crew of twenty six men were drowned.
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London
Penzance
International notes from the era
Items from foreign lands include the Kaiser cruising off Norway, General Artologno ill, Prince Bismarck to join the Herrenhaus, and Germany aiming to impress at the World Fair. Reports say floods disrupt Constantinople rail links, Mendoza notes peaceful elections, and Washington's Birthday celebrated by Americans in London with toasts.
Benjamin N Duke’s Generosity Supports Rutherford College
Special Cor. State Chronicle reports a letter from Rutu Erroro Cortese noting a $400 check from B N Dukes for Rutherford College in Birke county, adding to $3,500 previously received after a fire. The piece praises the Dukes for ongoing relief and generosity, urging further donations to complete a new chapel and honor benefactors.
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B. N. Duke
Rutherford College
Birke County
Duke
Messrs
Durham
N. C
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