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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1894
Page
2
Historical snippet lists editors Howard J. Herrick and Henry Blount with underscored journal details. The note mentions Piet Office entry at Wheat, NY and a seaward machinery reference.
A editorial urges Democrats to stop internal bickering that benefits radicals and Populists. It argues party unity is essential to uphold home rule and Southern values, and warns opponents will use infighting to weaken the party.
Mr H H Evans reports average duty rates under McKinley Mills Wilson and Senate bill to show branch differences. Dates show past tariff bills speed in Senate, with notes on amendments and political positions. It also mentions Walter M Busbee of Durham who died in Baltimore after losing his Census post.
Gen William P Roberts of Gates is named Consul at Victoria British Columbia in a post paying 2500 dollars salary and 1500 in fees. Roberts was the youngest Confederate brigadier general and a gallant cavalry commander and has served eight years as State Auditor and an ex member of the Legislature.
Lord Roseberry, once student dreamer, celebrates a victory as his three-year-old Ladas wins the Epsom Derby. The former college aspirant vowed to marry England’s richest woman, become prime minister, and win the Derby, a bold pursuit now realized.
The Premier of Italy Signor Crispi and his Cabinet have resigned and are expected to reform the old Ministry. Italy faces a terrible condition and an appalling outlook, with problems described as far worse than those in the United States.
Marion Butler speaks publicly and reportedly grows animated while listeners show little response. The scene centers on his campaign-style addresses and the cool reception from the crowd.
The Coxeyites face severe shortage of provisions and growing fatigue making their march hard to sustain as their movement nears exhaustion.
The Daily Press announces its enlargement and is described as the best evening paper in North Carolina, wishing the publication much success.
A special Washington report from June 12 describes the House vote defeating the proposition to repeal the 10 percent tax on state banks. Southern Democrats supported passage while Western and Eastern Democrats largely opposed it citing currency fears and wildcat money concerns.
Letters from Buncombe County residents warn of a fake Junaluska Seed Co and Buncombe cabbage seeds sold across the Eastern part of the state. Dr H B Battle and H B Barrie corroborate the fraud, urging publication to protect the Buncombe cabbage reputation.
The report notes Czar Reed has a solid following in Ohio while McKinley faces caution about his defenses, suggesting shifting political momentum and local voter sentiment ahead of key developments.
Members of the Penalists faction in the House voted to oppose repealing the state bank tax. The action preserves current revenue from banking operations despite calls for relief.
The University of North Carolina closes its 1804 commencement with 3,000 in Memorial Hall. Hoke Smith delivers an acclaimed oration to a large crowd. 600 to 700 attend the Faculty reception. Major figures including Gov. Carr and Chief Justice Shepherd attend the ceremony and awards are given for essays and orations.
The Charlotte Observer reports Capt W H Kitchin repeated his last campaign speech criticizing the President. The paper urges him to renew ties with the Democratic Party, arguing his loyalties lie there and predicting Cleveland’s term will end.
Surry county is out of debt and has two thousand dollars in the treasury. Work starts this week on the proposed Government building at New Bern. A blockade in Duplin county was raided last week and a moonshiner captured. After July first the Richmond and Danville Railroad will be known as the Southern Railroad. Cucumbers move from New Bern and Irish potatoes from Washington, N C. Senator Gray cannot deliver Trinity College commencement address due to duties in Washington. Miss Odette Tyler will visit Hillsboro relatives this summer. her real name is Bessie Kirkland. Robert Strange of Wilmington gave the Salem Academy commencement address at the close of its ninety second annual session.
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