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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1888
Page
4
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The nation mourns the loss of Daniel Manning, first Secretary of the Treasury under President Cleveland, who died at his Albany home on December 24 after a long illness. The piece reflects on his power, influence, and role in Cleveland’s nomination, noting his death brings a universal plea of grief as the nation contemplates mortality and the equality of all in death.
The John Sherman party in the Senate opposes confirmation of Hon. Mr. Lamar as Associate Justice, accusing Republicans of enduring venom against Southerners. The piece praises Lamar as a superior jurist and statesman while condemning backhanded attacks and sectional prejudice. It notes he defended Jefferson Davis and faces narrow-minded, sectarian opposition.
The Asheville Advance publishes Judge James H. Merriman’s view on State vs. Geirch in Wake Superior Court. It argues the Supreme Court reversal shows both sides and criticizes rigid statutory interpretation. It asserts beer and wine are spirits within law and must stand until reversed.
A scholarly state figure denounces excessive adjectives in a graceful article, railing against linguistic excess while implying hypocrisy in criticizing others for faults he himself reveals in faultless prose.
The narrator contrasts two alike things using many adjectives, noting a moral or stylistic distinction. The passage reflects playful language and a comparison of acceptable versus unacceptable usage.
The Wilmington Star editor writes a flawless, exquisitely written tribute to Doctors Hatcher and Jeter. The eloquent piece is praised as a radiant gem of brilliance with unmatched splendor and no flaws noted.
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