03 Aug 1879
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Newspaper
Wilmington Post
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1879
Page
1
A Wilmington paper denounces alleged bias by Postmaster General Judge Key favoring Democrats in southern offices. It claims Republicans were misled by his assurances and urges investigation and redress. The piece also rails at mob mentality after a Jones shooting and discusses Cuban trade and slavery era policies.
Senor J A DeLavalle, Peruvian minister to Brazil, in New York en route to his post, gives his full account of the origins of the Peru Chile conflict. He says Chile's military odds favor the allies could not win if the war continues and explains long standing grain and mineral trade tensions. He cites unsuccessful arbitration talks and notes Chile has a larger navy but weaker overall finances. The piece also references Senator Carpenter urging Republican ascendancy to preserve the Union. Real estate ads for houses by W P Cangday follow.
The Duplin county colored community held its annual picnic on July 31 with an estimated 1500 attendees. Col. Geo L Madison gave an hourlong address on the country’s condition and colored rights, followed by Rev. R H W Leak and others. A Clinton brass band provided music and a large refreshments spread concluded the event.
Duncan J Devane, commissioner, will auction the Wilmington Columbia and Augusta Rail Road property on October 1 1879 at noon in Wilmington NC. The sale includes the railway from Wilmington NC to Columbia SC with tracks, depots, yards, rolling stock, machinery and all appurtenances. Payment terms require 20000 cash and the rest in three equal notes due at 3 6 and 9 months with 6 percent interest.
Fragmentary transcription notes a shift toward stricter enforcement and stern sentiment in Wilmington. It suggests a past leniency ending as authorities consider tougher measures ahead.
A reader asks whether a local retailer claims the title of the ugliest and dirtiest store in the state, criticizing cleanliness and upkeep.
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