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Newspaper
The State Chronicle
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1891
Page
3
Fragmentary remarks from a 19th century political discourse describe James G. Blaine as a potential Republican nominee. The piece notes mixed reactions among Democrats and some praise for his vigor while others warn of hazards, portraying Blaine as a polarizing figure amid national debate.
In a Lenoir interview Marion Butler of the Farmers Alliance defends support for the Sub Treasury plan. He says the alliance will push its platform within Democratic conventions and will stand by its demands even if it splits the party. Butler notes he speaks as an Alliance officer, not only himself.
A terse note says College Day arrangements require appointment of a member to confer with the President of the Assembly to perfect local details. The text also mentions a physician’s remark about shortness of breath being dyspepsia and a reference to taking Simmons Liver Regulator.
Mrs A Little administratrix of M L Little deceased will on October 29 sell at public auction in Hickory a finely furnished bank building on the public square now occupied by First National Bank of Hickory and a valuable lot within the town limits. Credit six and twelve months.
Bids invited to build the State Normal and Industrial School at Greensboro North Carolina. Plans available at the State Superintendent of Public Instruction Raleigh or Epps and Hackett architects Greensboro. Bids opened October 1 1891. Bond required for faithful performance. Right reserved to accept or reject bids. Send bids to S M Finger Chairman Board of Directors Raleigh North Carolina.
An invitation from the North Carolina Teachers Assembly invites university and college professors to a Raleigh meeting on October 16 during Educational Week at the Southern Exposition. The aim is to organize a state college association to advance higher education with favorable Exposition rates and a first statewide conference.
Sealed proposals for building two story brick Building no 2 of the Odd Fellows Orphan Home will be received at Goldsboro office until October 6, 1891. Plans and specs available at Raleigh Grand Secretary B H Woodell and Goldsboro. Right to reject bids reserved. W T Dorton secretary. Goldsboro N C September 9 ts.
The R and A Airline R R Co announces a rail shuttle between Hargett Street Station and the Exposition grounds on October 1 6 and 7. Trains depart Hargett Street at 10 10 30 11 00 11 20 12 00 1 2 2 30 3 00 3 20 4 30 4 50 5 30 pm. Return from Exposition Grounds at 10 am. Tickets sold at both stations.
Rutherford College sits in Burke County near W N C Railroad, famed for healthful climate and Connelly Springs waters. The village has never endured an epidemic. students from rural districts improve in appearance, making the area a health resort and educational center. Board rates and tuition are listed, with noted faculty including Rev R L Abernethy and Prof M Beekbinder. The old buildings burned in 1890 and were replaced with new facilities.
Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co reports total assets of 203 553.58 and 72 000.00, claiming superiority from high interest and low death rate with small expenses to pay large dividends. The Oxford North Carolina district manager advertises liberal commissions and high earning potential for agents.
Notice from Wake County Clerk of Superior Court that the Briggs Building and Manufacturing Company is incorporated under North Carolina law. Principal business in Raleigh includes building and repairing houses, real estate development, lumber trade, wooden and mixed wood metal goods, and related activities. Capital stock initially 12 000 dollars, 1 000 shares par value 12 dollars each, corporate duration twenty years with stockholders not liable for corporate debts. Sept 19.
Catalog note announces new types machinery and furnishings for schools including automatic desks maps slate boards and related items. D P Haskitt Raleigh North Carolina invites orders and mentions fresh paper goods and styles.
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