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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1889
Page
4
Report describes a period of fear in Goldsboro last week as rumors of riots and exodus circulated. Officials coordinated through the governor’s office to restore order, with pacifying measures credited for preventing further trouble and restoring calm.
The Star columnist Kingsbury argues farmers oppose unhealthy public sentiment less bravely than lawyers. He urges North Carolina to tax useless and guard dogs to protect the sheep industry, notes wolves and dogs harm lambs, and calls on Legislature to foster sheep farming. He warns lawmakers against fear of dog owners.
A critical opinion notes annual penitentiary costs near four hundred thousand dollars with heartrending waste and leaks. It calls for a self sustaining system, reduced board expenses, and ownership of a state farm to cut rent. It also mentions a senator plagued by illness who may not resume duties soon.
The Gold Leaf editor Manning, noted for energetic leadership in Henderson, will issue an illustrated ten thousand copy industrial edition. It highlights local advantages and aims to rally business support to strengthen the newspaper as a force for local prosperity.
The News-Observer credits Atlanta's rapid growth to early merchants who used liberal newspaper advertising. Rail centers and widespread readers spread incentives along lines to draw travelers to pay fares and shop, prompting further ad campaigns and urban progress. The piece argues that widespread newspaper ink drives modern town prosperity and long-term notice.
A Washington report says Senator Vance is rapidly recovering from surgery on his left eye. Friends are gratified by visible progress and expect him to regain sight soon. He remains restless and will likely leave the dark room when able.
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