Congressional debate on nominations and minor bills at Washington
The Senate considered the nomination of T Jeffer Coolidge as minister to France and debated several minor bills. Amendments to the diplomatic and consular bill and a ship canal survey were discussed, with passage of the war department survey bill and House actions on mint funding and silver bullion policy. Local reports note a double tragedy in Florida and political conventions in North Carolina, with further notes on Britain joining a bi metallic conference and silk culture funding.
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Retired Naval Officers Receive Commodore Rank Proposal
The Senate committee on naval affairs reported a bill favoring commodore rank and pay for naval officers on the retired list after forty years of service or at age 62, contingent on four years as chief of bureau in the navy department and credible service. The Sampson county convention met at Clinton with harmony, supporting Democratic platforms, naming delegates to the State convention, and noting chatter over Marion Butler’s presence and delegate selection.
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North Carolina Republicans Push for Split in Democratic Ranks
Washington visitors from North Carolina describe a possible third party split and electoral shakeup as Col. H C Cowles Zeb Vance Walser and Archibald Brady weigh in. Polk third party vice presidency speculation looms while state convention debates and linchpins like Holt Cleveland split loom over May meetings.
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The Odd Ws Grand Lodge Session at Wilmington
The session of the grand lodge I O O F at Wilmington drew 87 represented lodges and 125 past grand masters received the grand lodge degree. Reports show 18 new lodges instituted with 3206 members, and relief paid 6537 dollars. A welcome address by John D. Bellamy Jr was followed by responses from A H A Williams.
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H. P. Murray
W. W. Briggs
W. A. Bobbitt
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C F. Lumsden
Edward Pennington
W. B. Banes
J. F. Spainhour
Frank Meier
Entombed Miners at Roslyn Mine Tragedy Update
Reported May 11 from Roslyn Washington: explosion likely due to gas and a matching or lamp. Thirty seven men still imprisoned with seven bodies found by rescuers. Fourteen bodies recovered to date in later updates. Death toll expected to reach around forty eight. Rescue operations continue through multiple mine levels as air improves. Nearby reports note harsh aftermath for families and widows, with ongoing relief efforts.
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The State Chronicle The Daily has the largest circulation in the state and city. The Weekly reaches every county in the state. The Chronicle ranks among the top advertising mediums, with correspondence solicited.
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