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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1888
Page
4
The article proclaims the primary election has concluded and the people’s verdict is recorded. It urges supporters to accept defeat gracefully, unite behind the party, and dedicate themselves to democratic duty and the greater good.
This piece notes the 1888 presidential campaign as unusually quiet with little hurrah. It attributes the calm to Cleveland's inevitable nomination and Harrison’s nomination dampening Republican enthusiasm, leaving the party in a brown study until election after effects unfold.
The Senate finally confirms Melville W. Fuller for Chief Justice amid political contention. Proponents cite his character and ability, while twenty Radical senators voiced opposition, reflecting partisan divides in confirming the appointment.
The Baltimore Sun reports tariff effects on workers and households with figures showing manufacturer bounties on diverse goods. Examples include a $7 suit with $2.27 bounty and a $20 suit with $6.48 bounty, along with coats shirts and accessories listed with specific bounty amounts.
A despisal of overblown press coverage claims Blaine’s church walk and sermon listening are trivial, condemning flunkeyism and intrusive reporting. The writer laments reporters chronicling minor actions and calls for an end to such obsequiousness.
The To bacco Plant notes John Nichols of the Fourth District as the sole North Carolina delegate in Congress to oppose tax relief on chewing tobacco and snuff and exempting leaf tobacco dealers. It labels Nichols a Republican and urges a vote for Bunn, warning Democrats not to support him.
Pursuant to a convention resolution delegates of the Second Congressional District are to meet in Wilson North Carolina on Friday August 10 1888 at 2 o’clock PM to nominate a candidate for Congress. Chairman Joan E Woopakp Secretary W W Hall confirms the call.
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