Supreme Court decides transfer of criminal cases to federal courts
The Supreme Court rules four cases uphold federal transfer of criminal matters from state courts, strikes down West Virginia racial juror ban, and allows US officers indicted for official acts to be moved to federal courts. The Raleigh Times correspondent discusses political shifts around Sherman and the Third Term debate, with Dortch’s speech praised for clarity.
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Contention on Elective Government and Emancipation Views
A heated debate in the General Assembly centers on repealing an election by legislature for magistrates and related offices in Raleigh. The piece contrasts elective democracy with oligarchic appointment and cites Southern attitudes toward liberties, while reporting testimony on North Carolina race issues, Ku Kluxing, and a broader Abbott of emancipation views anchored by John Sherman's anti slavery record.
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Ship Wrecks and Savings Banks Take Broad Coverage
The Hindoo from New York to Hull capsized amid heavy seas, crew of 51 and 5 passengers rescued by a steamer, cattle and grain lost. Nevada towed to New York after striking a bar. Senator Windom introduces a National Savings Banks bill requiring U S bonds loans, quarterly dividends, reserve funds, and annual reports. Kentucky reports a 679 912 deficit, praised as a Democratic advantage. Tennessee debt repudiation noted.
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Debate Over Western North Carolina Railroad Financing
A heated speech denounces Mr Bests proposal to mortgage the rail line to 15 000 per mile and issue 550 000 of new bonds while offering 500 convicts for five years. The speaker warns of state loss, urges completing to Paint Rock, and argues for state ownership and public funding instead of private capital control. The discussion covers legal titles to Ducktown and Paint Rock branches, economic benefits, and the need to finish the line to unlock value for North Carolina.
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Sherman’s Emancipation Stance and Reconstruction Support
The text praises Mr. Sherman for championing emancipation and constitutional amendments. It credits him with backing the Thirteenth Amendment ending slavery, supporting Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments, and resisting Johnson’s effort to roll back rights. It portrays him as a steadfast ally to freed people and southern Republicans against violence and fraud.
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