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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1892
Page
4
Capt. John H. Thorp, president of the Nash County Confederate Veterans Association, calls a reunion in Nashville on July Fourth. The notice honors fallen comrades and invites all who can attend to join in a sweet yet sad gathering recalling heroism and sacrifice.
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago nominated Grover Cleveland after a strong first ballot showing 640 votes for Cleveland. North Carolina backed Cleveland while Adlai Stevenson won the vice presidential nod. Cleveland’s supporters praise the mass backing and tariff reform as core to his candidacy. Stevenson's selection follows the North Carolina vote with A. E. Stevenson of Illinois named for Vice President.
Johnson and allies speak on race and party alignment criticizing the Republican Party and praising Democratic rule under Grover Cleveland. They compare civil rights under various governors and argue parties have changed while ideals remain. The speakers urge Negroes to seek a safer anchorage in a party offering broader inclusion.
The article praises Col. A B Andrews for retiring to manage Richmond and Danville branches despite a receiver appointment for the railroad. It credits his energy and railroad experience with completing the Western North Carolina Railroad to Murphy Branch, despite many difficulties and high costs. It urges continued service to North Carolina.
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