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Newspaper
The State Chronicle
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1893
Page
2
The paper notes it bears no responsibility for correspondent opinions and will publish only under the author’s real name. Brief letters on current topics will be considered and used only if the above condition is satisfied.
On Tuesday May 30 1893 North Carolina honors its memory of Jefferson Davis the defining leader of the South during the Confederacy. The piece extols his character leadership and sacrifice and recalls his capture confinement and eventual revered status among the Southern people as his remains are prepared for final burial.
The note defends earlier remarks about the Normal and Industrial School not reflecting Maj Harrell views. It states the school remains a Normal and Industrial institution with Section Five detailing aims for women’s education and industrial training. Tuition rules and teaching intentions are outlined by the act.
In Oxford, Mrs Jons Bracenatx preserves a Mexican Yager rifle once used by her brother in the battle of Buena Vista. The weapon belonged to Thad McClanahan and later to his sister, a young man famed for brilliance who died of yellow fever. Chas M Busbee expected as Raleigh postmaster.
The Lackawanna Steel Company North Mill in Scranton suffered a major blaze this morning destroying the mill engine room and boiler house. Estimated loss stands at 125000 with about twelve hundred workers reportedly thrown out of employment.
A crowd gathers in New Orleans and Montgomery for the funeral procession of the late ex President, with Confederate generals and dignitaries in attendance. The train departs for Atlanta amid cheers for Winnie Davis. Trinity High School holds its first annual commencement with exercises, sermons, and a literary address, praising Prof. J. F. Heitman and staff.
A crowd gathered to offer support for the spirit of education surrounding the sacred spot. The heart of every Ola graduate proudly recalls Trinity among Randolph Hills. Friends extend encouragement to the school and wish it well and successful.
A Raleigh meeting of the committee appointed to raise NC’s share for the Jefferson Davis monument outlines district representatives who will nominate four locals per district to assist fundraising. It urges prompt responses and details the roster of district officers, with quotes praising sacrifice and urging unity and hard work across genders. It also notes NC benefit events including UNC commencement arrangements and train fare offers, plus a note on flood damages and a new customs inspector appointment.
A vintage health ad extols Simmon s Liver Regulator as the cure for indigestion malaria fatigue and bilious headaches. It claims a healthy liver makes life worth living and urges keeping the Regulator on hand for sudden bilious attacks.
Having qualified as executor of the will of Mr AE Montague the executor notifies all creditors to present claims by April 6 1893 or be barred from recovery. All debts should be settled promptly. 3B F Montague Executor Raleigh NC April 14 1893.
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