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Domestic News November 1, 1878

The Charlotte Democrat

Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

What is this article about?

Congressional election scheduled for Tuesday, the 5th inst., in this state and several Northern states; call for Democrats to support Mr. Steele against challenger Henry H. Covington in this district.

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The election for members of Congress in this State takes place on Tuesday next, the 5th inst. On the same day several Northern States hold elections for State Officers, members of the Legislature and Congressmen.

A man named "Henry H. Covington" of Richmond county, persists in announcing himself a candidate for Congress in this District in opposition to Mr Steele. We hope Democrats will go to the polls on Tuesday next and vote for Mr Steele and not endanger his election by staying away under the impression that he has no opposition.

What sub-type of article is it?

Politics

What keywords are associated?

Congressional Election Democrats Mr Steele Henry H Covington Richmond County

What entities or persons were involved?

Henry H. Covington Mr Steele

Where did it happen?

This State

Domestic News Details

Primary Location

This State

Event Date

Tuesday Next, The 5th Inst.

Key Persons

Henry H. Covington Mr Steele

Event Details

Election for members of Congress in this State on Tuesday next, the 5th inst., coinciding with elections in several Northern States for State Officers, Legislature members, and Congressmen. Henry H. Covington of Richmond county announces candidacy opposing Mr Steele in this District; Democrats urged to vote for Mr Steele to ensure his election.

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