11 Jan 1877
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Newspaper
Anderson Intelligencer
Location
Anderson, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1877
Page
1
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A lengthy correspondence and a South Carolina judge Mackey visit reveal Southern leaders Hampton and Hayes aiming to avert civil conflict. The letters discuss peace, constitutional order, and how Northern Democrats might react to Hayes’s election. Mackey portrays Hampton and Hayes seeking fair governance while resisting armed force, with emphasis on state rights and federal protection.
An extensive New York Times letter from a Such Carolina correspondent accuses General Wade Hampton of dishonor over postwar debts and slave loss. Hampton’s creditor in New York denounces the piece as false and libelous, detailing Hampton's sacrifices for creditors and poverty after the war while defending his integrity and honor.
A Washington letter from December discusses the ongoing struggle over counting the electoral votes. It analyzes expected roles of the Senate and House, possible precedents, and the risk of partisan maneuvering during the joint convention in February. It notes concerns about ruling precedents, potential refusals to count, and the likelihood of behind the scenes investigations into contested states.
Public letter from Atlanta dated December 1876 presents Joseph E. Brown's stance on the 1876 presidential contest. He defends Tilden and Hendricks as duly elected, warns against military usurpation, and urges Northern Democrats to stand firm to restore civil authority and prevent a civil war. The piece includes correspondence with Campbell Wallas and others and reflects Southern concern over fraudulent votes in Florida, Louisiana, and South Carolina.
A late December Washington dispatch relays President Hayes's comments on postwar politics. He cites contested elections in South Carolina and Louisiana, noting fraud, irregular voting, and disputed electoral returns. He warns Republican stability hinges on the South if Tilden wins, and discusses potential federal action and state autonomy.
Public notice requests advertising space and payments for manuscripts not returned if postage not reimbursed. Readers are warned the newspaper is not responsible for correspondent views. All communications should be addressed to the Editor Intelligencer.
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