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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1894
Page
2
A fragmentary weekly notice announces Henry Blount as editor of a literary periodical issued on Wednesdays and mailed in advance. It references a Pew inscription and mail class, with city stamping at a post office.
The state ticket wins by about 30 000 and the Legislature likely to be Democratic on joint ballot. Most congressional nominees elected except Graham in the Fifth District, with Branch and Jocke in the First and Fourth districts likely winners. A strong campaign against fusion and populism is noted.
The Democratic party expresses thanks to Chairman James H. Pou for his splendid campaign work in North Carolina. They commend his sagacity prudence and wisdom and say his leadership has produced wonders and a great debt of gratitude for the party.
A political column notes New York turmoil over Morton's bloc and a solid Democratic South. It paints populism as harmed in the West and mocks weather prophets while recalling William L. Wilson as a tariff reform leader. Cleveland is cited with pride in a quip about New York.
The article argues that progress on public road improvements comes through sustained talk and agitation. It contends the movement has merit and will grow until it becomes policy in every community, noting past dormancy and urging immediate, proper action by the people of North Carolina.
Hon Frederick A Woodard is elected by at least four thousand as he carries every county in the district except possibly Northampton and Warren Halifax shows a fifteen hundred to two thousand plurality Wilson nearly two thousand Edgecombe five hundred indication the entire county ticket wins by solid majorities Tomlinson defeats Person by about two hundred Senate district likely Viount and Edwards elected Judicial race shows Woodard defeating Bernard by at least five hundred Returns are incomplete and full figures will be in next issue
Georgia elects a solid Democratic delegation to Congress while Florida also votes Democratic. Republicans gain in the North with New York contests notable as Daniel Sickles and Frederick Smyth lose seats. Tom Watson and other Populists are defeated. Norfolk and Virginia districts shift to Democrats as well.
The letter extols Senator Matt W Ransom detailing his public service actions. It cites his leadership for North Carolina funds and projects, including harbor improvements, river navigations, lighthouse construction, and multiple appointments under Cleveland. It praises his defense of the South, pardons for condemned men, and role in passing disability removal for Governor Vance. It notes two controversial votes: Grant pension and repeal of Sherman silver purchase clause.
The state keeps Democratic control of the judiciary state treasury and legislature despite setbacks in some areas. Fusionists failed to capture the General Assembly which will elect two U S Senators and oversee the state purse. Nash county’s loss affects the 7th Senatorial District while Wilson district remains solid for the Democratic slate.
The text praises Mr. Woodard’s congressional campaign and victory. It highlights a splendid canvass and Wilson County pride in its gifted son. The tone is celebratory and emphasizes his ability and popularity.
A fragmentary reflection contrasts those who fail to improve talent with complaining workers and patrons of the Pops. It notes dissatisfaction over S50 per capita and describes idle habits and neglected fields growing sedge.
A short notice urges readers to settle outstanding subscription balances. It emphasizes ongoing expenses and requests that the owed amounts be sent without delay.
A testimonial touts Dr Miles Restorative Nervine as restoring energy and sleep. The speaker reports improved alertness and productivity after use and credits a strong sales push by the Miles Medical Company with bottles priced around $1.40.
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