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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1894
Page
2
McD Tate of Burke County and Woodard of Wilson County vie for Solicitor of the Third Judicial District as the race narrows to key names and party positions. Oberlies 1 ouen if Woodard.
The text notes NC tax totals for IS73 show 1 305 800, with farmers paying 550 000 and 775 000 spent on public schools. It asserts state executive and judicial departments are self funded and praises the government as honest, frugal, and well governed, warning against radical change and Reconstruction era fears.
The piece calls for organized Democratic activity to win the state, urging farmers to be persuaded, stressing the need for strong county organization, and arguing against Populists. It cites the Charlotte Observer noting a four week election horizon and the necessity of maximizing Democratic majorities to ease future struggles.
The passage mocks coalition arguments by comparing Populists fusing with Democrats in the West to fusing with Republicans in the South. It thenPlayfully pits religious groups Methodists and Baptists against the devil, showing the absurdity of fusing opposing sides.
In the last three months 30 000 silver dollars have been coined under John G Carlisle the Democratic Secretary of the Treasury From 178 to 1873 only a little over 8 000 000 silver dollars were coined How then has the repeal of the purchasing clause of the Sherman law hurt silver It certainly has not stopped its coinage.
Judge Gaynor of New York declines to seek the Court of Appeals seat but writes a cordial letter supporting Senator Hill. He pledges to aid Hill in the gubernatorial race and do all he can to help his candidacy.
The Elizabeth City Carolina newspaper endorses Harry Skinner for Congress, urging farmers in North Carolina to support his protectionist stance as the kind of man they want in office.
A statement asserts that accusations of dishonest counting in Beaufort and Martin counties to elect Branch are a miserable lie and are denounced as such. The remark frames the claim as false and condemns it.
The Judicial Convention of Populists in the Srd Judicial district met at Rocky Mount yesterday and endorsed E. W. Timberlake for Judge and Claud Bernard for Solicitor.
The speaker asserts clear Democratic control in North Carolina and calls for unified effort from now until election day to secure the outcome with strong resolve. The quote emphasizes confidence and persistent campaigning.
Boss Skinner agrees to a Judicial Convention to support his bid. Bernard's candidacy remains fragile and in a delicate state.
In early North Carolina prices showed brown sugar at 31 cents per pound and salt at 4 dollars per bushel, a reminder of economic strains cited as locals complain of hard times.
The Czar of Russia is not expected to live many weeks. His death may have momentous consequences in Europe.
Historical note states that North Carolina's poll tax is lower than any other state. The comment highlights the state's taxation approach relative to the rest of the United States.
The repeal cuts federal election regulations, saving E400,000 annually for the public. The move affects oversight and compliance costs across national campaigns and political processes.
Judge Furches, a nonpartisan candidate for associate justice, critiques fusion in elections. He notes attempts in the East and in Congress races where Republicans withdrew to back Populists, arguing Democratic principles and tariff policy should guide national policy.
Secretary Carlisle issues a memorandum explaining how silver dollars and Treasury notes interact under the Sherman act. It covers re issuing redeemed notes in gold or silver and the need to retire notes when silver coins are created from bullion to avoid exceeding the cost of originally purchased silver. The note tracks historic coinage, seigniorage, and current balances in the Treasury.
The speaker outlines contrasts between Republican and Populist platforms on currency, silver coinage, and government ownership. He argues parties won’t unite behind opposite candidates and cautions against shifting party loyalties as leaders transfer like cattle between fields.
The document notes redemption of Treasury notes in the demanded form, with silver redemptions starting in 1893 amid small currency shortages. It cites holdings and coinage totals, urges public participation in an upcoming fair, and outlines aims to boost road improvements with lectures and papers at the State fair in Raleigh.
Congressman Bunn commends Senator Ransom as the finest political speaker in the United States. He notes Ransom avoids self-promotion, while warning that Republicans and Populists unite against the Democratic candidate in North Carolina.
Richmond Court of Appeals upholds Judge Seymour’s judgment for Margaret Conoley against New York Mutual Life Insurance. The case arose from Simeon Conoley’s murder and Dan A. McDougald’s prior acquittal in Fayetteville. The insurer’s appeal failed. judgment for the plaintiff stands.
President Julian S. Carr sends a Durham circular to the executive committee of the North Carolina Agricultural Society urging intense local effort during the three remaining weeks before the State fair. He asks members to use influence in their communities to boost interest in the event.
Gen. J B Weaver argues in a recent speech that the Democratic Party is not to blame for the panic and that Republican policy on land railroad and tariff issues caused hard times. He accuses Republicans of misgovernance and of stripping citizens of rights while blaming others.
A. L. Duncan at the Burnet notes Florida shows higher use of home-grown lemons over imports and predicts United States lemon farming will become the leading global industry within five years as the practice expands.
An Atlanta Constitution writer mocks a North Carolina bid by saying Georgia will pay for the feathers for the English committee if North Carolina supplies the tar. He notes Georgia is active in pine business and should provide its own tar.
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