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Newspaper
Anderson Intelligencer
Location
Anderson, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1877
Page
6
Editorial argues that fraud and conspiracy may have altered the May counting and declares Hayes and Wheeler likely to be elected president and vice president for four years. Claims Hayes will prove a better leader than critics have credited him.
The obituary notes the death of Dr William Williams aged 11 in Prestor of the Bouthers Baytint Theatrical Sam ich at Aiken on Firewlay the 2th. He was a renowned pulpit orator, admired for his vigorous intellect and practical wisdom. His loss is mourned by the denomination and community.
Fragmented political critique discusses the Electoral Commission and a Missouri Compromise style settlement. It argues that party actions threaten constitutional aims and democratic norms, with references to Republicans, Democrats, and sectional strife shaping the controversy.
A fragmented political letter urges continued support for Zamptree ti Fue by emphasizing the election of a Governor and urging tax payments to fortify government against tyranny. It argues the court ruling on the Mackey Have and Wallace House as lawful, defends the tax proposal, and asserts stability under the current administration is safer than past governors.
A long critique argues President Grant shows rare practical sense amid scandals and rivals. It praises occasional magnanimity, notes tax and troop decisions, and condemns associates while citing a need for honesty and national unity.
Fragmentary OCR suggests a political message praising Wise and Wise’s presidency, mentioning Carolina governance and Hampton, with a question about continuing as governor. Text is garbled but indicates a 19th century style endorsement of leadership and duty to the people.
A Missouri figure denounces the Electoral Commission for Florida and Louisiana rulings on electors eligibility. He alleges a commission member shifted stance, says Justice Bradley and others are disgraced, and predicts public shame for Marlborough and Jeffries.
Letter from January 20 1877 by AWALTER SM GLEON to Andersen Intelligencer praises South Carolina ties and Hampton leadership, urges unity among supporters, thanks readers, and notes sympathy across oceans. Mentions Hayes Tilden election uncertainty and the Palmetto State’s figures Anderson Pickens.
In a heated debate Mr Thurman of Ohio attacked the five member board as unconstitutional and partisan. He argued the board threatened a Republican form of government and failed to canvass and certify the November returns. He warned that counting ineligible electors would hollow out the electoral process and embolden dishonest returns.
Judge Mackey arrived to discuss the Hayes campaign and the election crisis. He asserts Hayes will be declared President by the electoral commission, cites Louisiana and Oregon as pivotal, and praises a Southward policy while urging honest local self government in the Southern states. Local crowds heard him in Lancaster and at public meetings, with remarks linking Hampton and Nicholls to future governance.
A garbled OCR fragment references political figures and a request to withdraw interference in state affairs. The text mentions New York and indicates a discussion about representation and protection of some rights or actions, but specifics are unreadable. The piece appears to be a partial note rather than a full report.
Judge Mackey led the Carolina case linking Hayes to Bryan, a Texan and ex Confederate, amid claims of southern strategy. Hayes defended his stance in a crowded debate, praising Hampton and urging loyal, honest government in the South while inviting Northern settlers under evenhanded policy.
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