Newspapers / Hickory Democrat (Hickory, N.C.) / Jan. 19, 1893, edition 1 / Page 1
Part of Hickory Democrat (Hickory, N.C.) / About this page
This page has errors
The date, title, or page description is wrong
This page has harmful content
This page contains sensitive or offensive material
StaJoUbrrrj- Hcst Widely Circulated ESTABLISHED 1868 Bt raring Adrotfalss Xediaxa. Try It. PAPER IN THIS SECTION. hi hi WW On r advertiser acknowl edge its Talae. VOLUME 23. HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA, THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 1893. NUMBER 8 A- fll Mil STATE LEGISLATURE. EPITOME OF ITS JIOST IMPORTANT ' PROCEEDINGS. Representatives of the People Meet In General Assembly to make laws " for the State. Senate The senate was called to order at ten o'clock this morniog, President King in the chair. Mr. Porter introduced a bill to promote sheep husbandry in North Carolina. Agriculture.' Mr. Leatherwood, a bill to amend section 1289 of the Code. Judi ciary. Mr. Leatherwood, a bill authoriz ing justices of the peace to is3ue subpcnnas to other counties than the one in which they refido. Judi ciary. Mr. Pay,-a bill to regulate th ? ap pointment of Rdminitritors de bonus ton. Judicf'iry. Mr. Means, bill to amend sub section 1246 of tho Code, came up and afier explanation b' Mr. Means passed its second and third read ings. Thi3 bil' amends the Code so that clerks of the superior couits can claim fees in advtmco for issuing executions, etc, The bill '-for the relief of la borers," am ending that part of the Code relating to liens on crops, was taken from the calendar and passed its second reading. Mr, Davi3 de sired the bill explained. Sir. Pou said that some doubt had arisen as to whether, according to the present law, the merchant's lien or tha laborer's lien had precedence; this bill decided the matter specijing that the laboir's lien shall have preference. The order cf liens, if this will become a law, would Be first, landlord's; second laborer's; third, merchant's. The bill passed its third readiuj Mr. Posey'p bill striking out that part of section 1005 of the Cod?. which exempts military and civil officers in the discharge of their duty from the provisions and penal ties regarding the carrying of con cealed weapons, was taken up and a spirited (rebate endued. Tho ju diciary committee, in reporting the bill favorably, had : also reported amendments taking the jurisdiction of tho offense of carrying concealed weapons from the-justice of the peace and transferring the same to tho superior courts. Mr. Posey, in explaining th6 bill, said that the western part of this state is infested with a number of deputy marshals who, under this law, allowing them, fo carry con cealed weapons, go' to parties, to churches, to cornshuckings and wherever a crowd is-gathered, carry ing with them concealed weapons and causing no end of trouble and even bloodshed. He cited several cases in proof of this and ably ad vocated the passage of the bill. The amendments to the bill were adopted. The bill was redeem mitted to the judiciary coinnr.ttee, which is littely to re report it favorably. Senate bill 15, 'to suppress the ale of liquor to minors," was taken from the calander, und on motion of Mr. Means was placed upon the table. Senate bill 19, in relation to the distribution of personal estates was taken up and, with several amend ments reported by the judiciary committee, passed, its second and third readings. A message from the house was received stating that body had con curred in the senate resolution con cerning the Worlds Fair at Chicago, had passed a bill removing the colored normal school from Warren ton to Franklin ton, and bad passed several other bills and resolutions, all of which were referred to their committees. The following committees were an nounced: - Senate branch of joint committee on Columbian Exposition Camp bell, chairman; Day, Cheek, Fetii grew, Posey. Senate branch of joint committee on Colonial Records McDowell, chairman-Battle. Mr. Patterson introduced, by re quest, a resolution authorizing the state treasurer to pay the note of S6,696. 07, now in the Citizens National bank at Raleigh which note wis made by certain parties to pay the balance on the debt in curred in purchasing the steamer "Liilic," which vessel was used in the oyster patrol during the "war" with the oyster pirated two years ago. When the resolution cams up Mr. Patterson fully explained the matter, reading passage? from the governor's message, and said the claim was just and should ba paid. Mr. Abbott wanted the resolution referred to the committee on Fish and Fisheries, but his motion to that effect failed. Mr. Potter said this was no new appropriation, but the fulfilling of a contract made two years ago. Mr. Leatherwood favored the appropriation. Mr. Patterson said the boat was good property; it cost $7,500 and was worth $23,000. An oyster patrol was necessary. The resolution-was adopted. House The house met at 10:30 a. m. and was called to order by Speaker Overman. By Mr. Watson, of Forsythe, a bill to amend section 10 of the Code relating to the homestead. AJr. Watson moved that-ihis biH fae printed, and that 400 coriespfbe same be printed.) i By the same gentleman, a bill to establish a colored normal in stitute at Winston Education. By Mr. Clark, a bill to amend the law relating to school committees. Education. Senate bill 35, house bill 135, a bill to incorporate Patterson Lodge No 307 A. F. and A. M. at Mount Pleasant, Cabarrus county, passed its several readings and was or dered to be enrolled for ratification. The morning hour having expired, the speaker announced the following committee: On the World's Fair. Norwood, chairmm, Fuller, of Durham, Wat f son, of Forsyth, Schulkcn, Willming- ton, Tatum. House bill 161, a bill to explain an act regulating the meeting of the county boards of education was taken up. One object of the bill was to provide for four meetings aunulaly instead of three, making four extra day?, with increased pay to that extent. Oq a division the bill failed to pass its second reading. House bill 1G3, a bill to authorize the county commissioners of Graham couuty to levy a special tax to purchase a farm for the use of aged and iLfirm persons, the proceeds of such levy to be applied to no other purposes than those named, passed its second reading by a veto of ayes, 57; nays, 0 House bill 167, a bill to incorpor ate the town of Ahoska, in the coun ty of Hertford, passed its second reading by a vote of 75 ayes, nays 0 On motion of Mr. Moore, Senate bill House bill 136, a bill to repeal an act concerning entries, chapter 532, laws 1SS1, containing the sub stitute of a bill tabled during thin morning's session, was taken up, put on its readings, passed and ordered to be enrolled for ratification. House bill 121, a bill to amend the charter of the town of Durham, amending the private laws of 1875, and defining many subjects of taxa tion and the costs of licenses and privileges was put on its second reading. Mr. Ray gave notice of his purpose to explain his vote. When bis name was called in the roll he said that he could not vote for the bill as it stood, because all forfeit ures and fines were to be paid into the city treasury, whereas the con stitution provides another way, which was that such fines and for feitures must go to the school fund. He would -vote for the bill if amend ed in this respect. The bill passed its second reading by a vote of 67 ayes, 1 nay. A message was received from lue fieuate announcing that body had pissed the bill for the payment for the oyster police steamer JAly, and bad gent the same to the house without engrossment. It was re ferred to the Financa committee. Mr. Lovell sent forward & bill to amend section 148 relating to married women. Judiciary. Mr. Starnes, a resolution of in- j Vtruction to our senators and repres entatives of the people, relating to tb election of the President of the United States by the popular vote. Federal relation?. And then the hous., on motion of Mr. McCurry, adjourned until Mon day morning at half past 10 o'clock. Sexate The senate was called to order ar 3 o'clock p. m., President King in the chair. Mr. Posey presented the report of the commiitee on priviliges and elections, which report is under stood to recommend "that in the Warren-Vance contested election case Mr. Leach be given the seat. The following bills and resolutions were introduced: By Mr. Fields, a bill to amend section 148 of the code . relating to the rights of married women. Judi ciary. By Mr. Sandifer, a bill to prohibit bodies of men known as detectives from going armed in this state. Propositions and Grievances. By Mr. Fields, a bill to amend chapter 89 of the laws of 1879 en titled an act to compromise, com mute and settle the state dobt. The words eighty two are stricken out and the words ninety-five insetod, so as to extend the time at which the act shall expire. The governor is directed to resist the collection of all such bonds as are not funded by the time above specified. The sec tion is furthtr amended by adding the following: "Provided, however, that in issuing bonds under the aforessaid act as now extended, the public treasurer shall before de livering any new bonds thereunder, cut off and cancel all coupons whose date of maturity is prior to the time of such delivery' Financa. By Mr. Sherrill, by request, a bill authorizing county commissioners to appoint tax collectors in the respec tive townships. Financa. House The house was called to order at 10:30 o'clock this morning by Speaker Overman and opened with prayer by the Rev. Dr. Mar shall of the city. By Mr. HcfTnan, a bill t author iza tho -om;u::HSi.)3rs of Burke county to kvy a special tax, in con nection with the stock law. Fin ttUCtV B M . V!:ee of Buncombe, a bill to author c-h commissioners of Asht vil - c tect suitable buildings for elect kjhs. Corporations. Ths morning hour having expired the Spanker nunounced the follow ing additions to the 'committee on Justices of the Peace: Messrs White, of Gaston, Wood, Daniel, Byrd. j The calendar was taken op and house bill 136, a bill to authorize the commissioners of Graham county to levy a special tax to purchase a farm for the use of aged and infirm per sons; passed its third reading by a vote of ays, h 80; ,nays, 80; and was ordered to be engrossed. Senate resolution 3, house resolu tion 70, resolution of instruction to our senators and representatives in congress, requesting them to speedi ly move in procuring the repeal of the ten p-r cent tax on the issue of state bauKs wa adopted and or dered to be enrolled. House bill 211, a bill to exempt the bonds of the Fifth Street Meth odist church, Wilmington, issued to the extent of $25,000, with coupons with 4 percent, interest, was taken up on second reading. On tho suggestion of Mr. Gilmer, of Hoy wood, that the constitution ality of such legislation might be questioned, the bill was referred to the committee on Judiciarv. House resolution 74, a joint reso lution to repeal the 10 per cent, on state banks at as early a day as possible. Mr. Long cai led the ayes and nays, and the resolution passed by h vote of 69 ayes and 20 nays; ordered to be engrossed. For the People to Elect Senators. Washington, Jan. 16 House A demand for tUe regular order from Mr. Ki'gare, prevented the consideration of several private bills which members desired to call up. Then for almost an hour the time of the House was consumed in the con sideration of a resolution to which there wai not the slightest opposi tion. in any quarter, and which was finally adopted without objection. It was one calling upon the execu tive departments for information as to the number and amount of war claims allowed or disallowed by such departments. Then a motion to suspend ,the rules and pass a bill to Fettle the claims of Arkansas and other States under the swampland grants failed to secure the necessary twothirda vote aud was therefore defeated. Mr. Coipman, from the committee on the election of President and Vice-President,- moved to suspend the rules and pass a joint resolution providing for the election of Sena tors of ths United States by popit lar vot. Mr. Lodgo, Senator elect irom Massachusetts, demanded a second. The Republicans refrained from voting and left the House without a quorum, although it was but three short. Then Mr. Reed moved a call of the House. Mr. Reed's motion was defftat-d Yeas 6, nays 281 and the tellers resumed their placs. A quorum appeared and the motion to suspend the rules was seconded In a two minutes speech Mr. Lodge opposed the meas ure, but tho motion to suspend the rules and pass it was agreed to with out division. CARR INAUGURATED. A Long Jlilitary rarade and Martial Mti sic Make the Occasion Jojoat. By telejraph to Press aai Carolinlin. - Raleigh,- Jan. 18. Governor Carr and other state officers in stalled to day. The city is crowd ed with guests brought , here to attend tho festivities of the oc casion. A gret parade preceded the inauguration of the erovernor and much martial music enliven ed everything-. The distressingly low condition of the temperature at the capital could not subdue the enthusiasm of the democracy. The rejoicings of tho people are indescribable, and apparently they take no no tice of the blizzard prevailing. CAPITOL CULLINGS. PRESIDENT HARRISON AND SECRETA RY FOSTER CROSS SWORDS. Grondpa's Hat Too Koy for the Secreta ry Another Whlcky Ring Scandal Cabinet Probabilities. Washington, Jnn'y 16, 1893. Mr. Harrison and his secretary of , state have had a very serious disa greement, and nothing but tho nearness of Secretary Foster's resignation and departure for Europe, where he goes as counsel for the United States before . tho Beh ring Sea Arbitrators, has prevented an'open row much more serious than that which led to tho retirement of Mr. Blaino from tho cabinet last summer. The disa greement between the President and his premier was over the poli cy which this government should pursue in South and Central America, concerning the efforts of various European , nations to acquire interests there. Mr. Har rison believes in an ajrercssivo enforcement of the Monroe doc trine, while Sec. Foster believes in to a certain extent letting things alone, and he carried his belief to such i an extent as to actually obstruct certain plans of Mr. Har- nson s. llien it was that lie dis covered that Mr. H. was bossing the machine. It is said to bo n direct result of Mr. Harrison's ac tion that tho Republic of Colom bia "positively refused to renew the- French concession for tho Panama Canal, which will shortly expire by limitation. Is the country on the eve of another whiskey ring scandal? There are people here who believo that it is, and a resolution has been introduced in the House providing for the appointment of a select committee of fiyo to in vestigate the various charges that have been made against the whis key trust of defrauding the gov ernment of money by the use of poisonous drugs in adulterating the liquor manufactured, and specially instructing the commit tee to ascertain and report tho names of all personsjeonnected in any way with tho trust. According to minor this investigation, if it be ordered by tho House, will result in bringing to light a very sensational scandal, involving tho giod name of many men not sus pected by the general public of profiting by tho dealings of tho whiskey trust. Let the investiga tion proceed, and in the language of Gen. Grant at the beginning of the exposure of the old whis key ring", "Let no cuilty man escape." Hon. Henry Willard, who has beeu conspicuously mentioned as a probable member of Mr. Cleve land's Cabinet is in Washington, endeavoring to persuade congress men to support a bill for the, sus pension of the purchase of silver He says that whatever his personal inclinations might be his largo business interests would compel him to decline a seat in the Cabi net, should it be tendered to him by Mr. Cleveland. A report that President-elect Cleveland was considering tho name of Senator Morganton, of Alabama, for sec. of state was received with pleasure here. Senator Morgan's long and con spicuous service as a member of the senate committee on Foreign Relations has qualified him to make an ideal secretary of state, if he would consent to leave tho senate. " R.
Hickory Democrat (Hickory, N.C.)
Standardized title groups preceding, succeeding, and alternate titles together.
Jan. 19, 1893, edition 1
1
Click "Submit" to request a review of this page. NCDHC staff will check .
0 / 75