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Newspaper
Wilmington Post
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1881
Page
1
O H Broeker chairman of the District Republican Committee in Wilmington N C requests the Republicans of the Third Congressional District to write and publish a full history of all alleged frauds and irregularities in the November 21 1880 election. He asks for names of counties precincts poll holders and any prevented voters with reasons.
The North Carolina Senate advances a funding bill with proposed two percent payments, rejecting a per cent alternative. Debate covers governor salary, public schools funding, and calls for economy. The session notes include a clash over a discipline incident and references to mining and local industry.
The North Carolina General Assembly debates prohibition and liquor laws with bills to limit sale near churches and schools, tax exemptions for manufactures, and a hospital bill for Wilmington. Senate and House committees consider petitions and amendments as sessions adjourn and return with further measures.
Fragmentary ad copy promises opportunities for all readers to purchase various goods and household items. Text hints at adult merchandise and home products with promotional tone. Names, dates, or precise details are not readable.
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