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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1893
Page
4
The editorial urges swift enactment of the Wilson tariff reform, arguing the 1892 election showed the people demand relief and that delay harms business. It accuses Republicans of opposing reform to protect monopolies and money power, calling for passage without delay.
The article discusses Christmas as a celebration fixed by the Roman Catholic Church on December 25. It notes uncertainty about the actual birth date and suggests the date was chosen to counter pagan revelry, with the festival still influenced by bacchanalian elements in observed celebrations.
The passage condemns indulgence and unruly behavior during Christmas, noting egregious excesses such as drunkenness, loud revelry, fireworks, gunshots, and general disorder as improper for the holiday, which should honor the birth of Christ with joy and gratitude.
Judge Winston discusses Sabbath practice and legal views from the Biblical Researcher. He notes in 1843 Williams was indicted for Sunday field labor but the North Carolina court found Sabbath profanation not indictable. He argues railroads and civil actions on Sunday face limits and urges Tuesday court sessions and legislative change.
The article tracks Senator Voorhees leading the repeal of the Sherman act’s silver bullion purchase clause and introducing a new bill to coin seigniorage on Treasury silver, while urging a nonpartisan monetary commission to study the entire issue. It notes the irony of the name Voorhees bill and critiques the move to resume purchases after seigniorage is coined.
The Rocky Mountain Celt laments unpaid subscriptions and warns that lack of funds will leave the paper in ragged condition. It urges readers to remit dues to avoid a winter without pants like the stripes on worn trousers. The piece claims verification from Buck Gill and Mirror files to prove the rebuke.
The House debate centered on objections to involuntary bankruptcy provisions arguing they could oppress debtors and favor creditors. Supporters urged a voluntary system might work but warned a fair national law is hard to craft. The article notes the need for speed and minimal procedure to protect petitioners.
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