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Newspaper
Western Sentinel
Location
Winston, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1879
Page
2
The editors announce a planned public discussion with a Greenback friend. They critique Republican misrule in California, warn against factionalism among opposition parties, and urge unity to dethrone the party in power before addressing minor issues. They argue Greenbackism is too weak to challenge the Democrats.
The death of Hon. John Kerr on the 5th at his Caswell County home brings sorrow across North Carolina. Kerr was famed for learning, eloquence, duty, and a genial social nature, leaving a state without one of its brightest intellects and a respected religious advocate. The column also discusses railroad grading debates, the Mt. Airy and Winston subscriptions, and political notes from the Raleigh Observer, ending with yellow fever updates in Memphis including new cases and deaths.
The New York State Republican Convention in Saratoga nominated A L Cornell, Conkling's candidate, amid factional strife. Critics warn Cornell weakens the ticket and warn that a corporation plank may expose party vulnerabilities. The piece contrasts Cornell with anti-Conkling sentiment and notes forthcoming platform tensions ahead of Utica's recent convention.
In North Carolina on August 20 Deputy Collector L B Pennington seized two mules a wagon and nine boxes of tobacco for double stamped tax. Anson county residents led by Col R T Bennett challenged the act via state law affidavits and a forced delivery order, prompting a clash with deputies and a sheriff. Federal authority and local resistance clash as plans for prosecution and sheriff patrols unfold. The Anson Stanley border area harbors organized resistance rumored with lodges and secret grips targeting revenue officers. Government promises full aid and continued pursuit of those involved. The piece also notes local railroad work and an elderly ex-senator seeking a Dubuque sheriff nomination.
The piece ponders if common herbs like hops buchu mandrake dandelion could yield many cures like Hop Bitters. It asserts universal testimonials from pastor doctor lawyer editor and all social ranks, urging belief without doubt. See other column.
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