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Newspaper
Wilmington Post
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1879
Page
2
A Wilmington Post item notes Alger Stephens remains silent as a southern stateman and praises rheumatic remedy claims while contrasting southern and northern treatment of southern migrants in Chicago. It criticizes the state General Assembly for inaction and waste, calling it a disgrace.
The piece defends Secretary Robeson amid a prolonged congressional inquiry into Navy Department management. It notes the House and Judiciary Committee exonerated him, while a later Naval Affairs investigation reiterated two main charges including spending 185,564,560 over eight years. It argues about budget use and naval strength compared with Europe.
A political editorial argues the Republican party must uphold steadfast ethics, condemning expediency and arguing the Democratic party weakens as voters seek freedom and progress. It predicts a Democratic defeat as party cohesion erodes and emphasizes the rise of political knowledge over ignorance. It also notes emigration pamphlets as a response to economic crisis.
An essay argues the Chinese presence burdens the nation as churches and citizens seek relief. It notes Chinese are transient workers, not settlers, often returning to China after earning money. Objections include alleged immorality and unreliability in business, with promises kept only if profitable.
An editorial argues ad valorem taxes foster inequality across counties and calls for a state board of equalization guided by real estate value and improvements along with a uniform appraisal method for personal property. It urges property owner sworn valuations to reduce dishonest overassessment and improve fairness statewide.
A humorous Northeast Carolina tone envisions using the state capitol as a goober farm with per diem cuts, a single servant, and the gardener in charge. It contrasts New Orleans sanitation woes with political taunts about Grant and Tilden as well as diary aphorisms from Inman advising silence and restraint.
In a heated debate the article attacks a proposed repeal of federal election supervision. It argues the law safeguards against fraud by requiring cross party supervisors at voting places and enforcement across states. The piece cites Hull and other Democrats facing allegations while praising Republican safeguards and criticizing Democratic aims.
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