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Russell Inaugurated
Article from 13 Jan 1897
The Wilmington Morning Star
(Wilmington, NC)
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The Wilmington Morning Star
1897
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![RUSSELL INAUGURATED GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA. His fosugural Address- -A Careful Premen stion of Matters That Will Claim Attention of the Legislature- -Oppored to the Lease of the N. C. Ballrcad-Reception N ght to the Governor and Party by the Capital Club of Raleigh. [Special Star Telegrams.] RALEIGH, N. C., Jan. 19 - Governor Russell took the oath of office this even ing at 8.50 o'clock. All the other State officers preceded the Governor in taking their oaths. These were administered by Chief Justice Faircloth in the presence of both houses in the Hall of the House of Representatives. Every conceivable spot was occupied, and many stood outside the Capitol, being unable to gain admittance. Mrs. Rassell and a few ladies occupied seats on the floor of the hall, but most of the Wilmington party were seated on the right side of the gallery, reserved for them. Governor Russell arrived at the Capitol just before noon, driving in a carriage from the hotel with escort. A wait of more than two hours was neces• sitated on account of the slowness of the Legislature canvassing the vote 1or State officers. Judge Russell and the State officers entered the hall at 9.45, escorted by Senators Parker and Dixon of Cleveland. Lieut. Gov. Doughton made pleasant reference to Governor Russell in introducing him. There was a rattle of handclaps when the Governor took position on the right of the Speaker's stand. He was handed a beautiful floral piece. Judge Russell read his message from manuscript. He spoke distinctly and slowly. His remarks were often interrupted by the clapping of hands.](https://img.newspapers.com/img/img?id=54456179&clippingId=125491042&width=736&height=2246&user=1175118)
