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Newspaper
Wilmington Post
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1883
Page
2
A fragment argues that northern states are inhabited by a murderous uncivilized people and urges against the Twin Rider’s efforts, framing the piece as a harsh regional critique.
A public critique questions Wilming’s Democratic management amid rising city debt and market losses. It contrasts water works costs with fire department expenses and audits, criticizes salaries, and notes disaster relief efforts for Cincinnati, Louisville, and Mississippi Valley floods, highlighting wider economic strain and political critique.
The text rails at the board for extravagance and faithless care of the city finances. A brief note hints at investigation into Bourbon management of money revealing similar unblushing practices.
The speaker argues that New York residents have long blamed the Republicans for faults and will now prefer Republican methods to Democratic misrules.
A Washington Bee dispatch argues Captain William P. Canaday of Wilmington North Carolina would be a powerful and influential Sergeant-at-Arms for the Senate. The piece claims he is an honest fearless Republican with wide support and could push North Carolina toward a Virginia style leadership under Senator Mahone.
A National Republican editorial argues against presuming wrongdoing from wealth of senators, congressmen, and judges. It defends legitimate gains from property and warns against sensational scrutiny that harms journalism and public trust.
Mr Belmont discussed the Hawaiian sugar resolution asking whether the treaty permits duty free refined sugars as well as raw sugars. He urged the foreign affairs committee to seek a clear opinion before abrogation, noting only known Sandwich Island sugars were free in 1875. He emphasized the need to determine if refined sugars are free under the treaty before deciding its fate.
Gen Bingham introduces a bill to read postmaster salaries by class. First class pay would range from 5000 to 8000 dollars as office receipts rise from 30000 to 1000000. Second class salaries 2000 to 2900 dollars with receipts 10000 to 40000. Third class 1200 to 1900 dollars, fourth class tied to box rents and stamp sales. A second bill aims to curb pension abuse by replacing nonmasters in some duties.
The committee of appropriations reports a civil bill to retain the two Cape Elizabeth lighthouses. Mr Herd of Maine serves on the commission handling the CPA representations and the lighthouse board faces alleged opposition over the disposition of the matter.
The Navy court reviewing the Arctic expedition of the Jeannette concludes the departure from San Francisco was sound though heavily laden. It praises Lt Commander DeLong for foresight and discipline, and finds the crew’s conduct under dire conditions a marvel of cheerfulness and endurance despite the loss and long 기다.
A fragment argues the Democratic party needs a straightforward platform and a low tariff stance to win nationally. Proponents urge a sharp declaration to distinguish the party from tariff juggle claims, noting past advice by Mr. Watterson and urging consistency with Africa policy.
A Virginia delegation headed by Representative Barbour urged the White House to consider a Democrat for a district comptroller post. The President stated he had not authorized a party influence and said he has not been bothered by Democrats since taking office.
The Getasle reports a brutal killing in Rutherford County where two jug makers argued over oxen and threats led to the father attacking and dismembering the opponent. The murderer was captured and jailed as details of the domestic tragedy unfold with sensational conjecture.
The article contrasts Russia’s coronation preparations with Hawaii’s royal expenditures driven by King Kalakaua. It notes lavish spending on courts and guards, heavy taxation, and loans to cover costs, while European pomp and a San Francisco report describe the king as a fan of pageantry and champagne. It also touches a New Haven obituary for Gerry’s daughter and family recollections of the revolutionary era.
An old exchange notes timber posts of basswood rival other species for fence posts and claim long life under ground. The writer mentions a recipe to treat posts with linseed oil and coal to protect them. Four young ladies died in Lexington Kentucky from fever after roller skating, provoking social comment on overexertion.
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