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Newspaper
Western Sentinel
Location
Winston, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1881
Page
2
The Linston Sentinel notes an Anti Prohibition Convention for the Tri Cong nal District to be held in Skinville on Friday June 2. The event invites all opposed to ratification of the Prohibition bill to attend. G Barr for Executive Committee. June 5.
An Anti Prohibition Convention for the 5th Congressional District will be held in Greensboro on Friday June 17 to organize for the coming campaign. All persons opposed to the ratification of the Prohibition bill are invited to attend. W B Starrort for Executive Committee. Jane Smith 1551.
A notice of an anti-Prohibition meeting at the Court House on the evening of January 16 lists A M Waddell as a speaker with others expected. The Republicans re nominated Poster for governor in Ohio. Ireland’s troubles persist with uncertain outcome. Business partnerships form and dissolve. Raleigh reports a ne gro sentenced for liquor offenses. German migrants work on the N C Midland. An investigation into the Star frauds continues with possible Republican penitentiary outcomes. Hayes’ corruption claim is noted.
The bond of G B E Collector of Internal Revenue was accepted and he resumes duties Saturday the 18th. Readjuster party of Virginia battles the Republicans as each tries to swallow the other. Cochrine may reveal Garfield and Blaine secrets but may weaken when tested. Likely no Senate election in current session. Democrats may gain if postponed. A monument to Chief Justice Pearson was unveiled at Oakwood Cemetery Raleigh with officials attending and an address by R P Dick.
The piece notes American horses winning in Europe, then shifts to U.S. politics. It describes Republican factions in New York, bribery probes over Charles Depew, and a split over prohibition. It argues anti prohibition is not a party issue and cautions Democrats to avoid aiding the Radical party.
Provincial defense of anti prohibition arguments cites failed models in Maine and warns that a new North Carolina bill would destroy local industry and push liquor sales underground. Critics claim the bill harms farmers, raises state funds from land, and drives away immigrants seeking liberty and prosperity. Gr Tyre York of Wilkes warns against anti prohibition rhetoric while Dr. North Carolina remains economically stable under current policies.
North Carolina Midland surveys under Chief Engineer Yates show plans from Mocksville to Lincolnton and Statesville routes praised for lightness and cost. Capt Ramsourly and J W Andrews lead lines to Lincoln and Winston divisions, with other routes via Spartanburg Yorkville and Shelby in progress. Andrews returns to Salona to prepare estimates.
Scattered reports describe a mob near Greensboro lynching Colin Taylor a Black man. The assailants overpowered guards, broke into the prison, and tied Taylor to a buggy, dragging him toward Reidsville where authorities feared further violence. The incident follows earlier racial tensions and public threats. Officials investigated and public reaction sparked cries for safety.
Fragmentary plea cites young and older men shaved bald by "early piety" and wives who abduct. Mentions Alex with certificates from Vine toward Salem and other places, claiming he guarantees satisfaction. The note implies a trust network offering remedies or assurances.
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