Anderson Intelligencer TAS A Hoyt E B Murray
A fragment from the Anderson Intelligencer lists A Hoyt and E B Murray among names in a local item. The text is incomplete and presents no clear event or date to determine broader context.
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Newspaper
Anderson Intelligencer
Location
Anderson, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1877
Page
2
A fragment from the Anderson Intelligencer lists A Hoyt and E B Murray among names in a local item. The text is incomplete and presents no clear event or date to determine broader context.
James A Hoyt announces farewell as co editor and co proprietor of the Intelligencer in Anderson May 1877 after more than twenty years with the paper. He cites faithful service, long association with the community, and entrusting future leadership to partners while expressing good will and hopes for continued public support.
Col James A Hoyt founder and longtime editor of the Intelligencer has terminated his connection. New publishers E R Marrey and J F Clinkscales assume control, pledging the paper will remain Democratic and continue serving state, county, and town welfare with liberal policy and editorial independence.
The article argues for electing county offices including Treasurers and Justices of the Peace by the people, accusing Republicans of contending for governor power by renaming offices. It urges that all legislative and ministerial policies in a democracy derive from and be elected by the people, citing constitutional requirements and past advocacy. It also notes Representative Sheppard's Charleston registration bill to ensure voter registration before elections.
A reform piece urges South Carolina lawmakers to abolish witness fees in state cases and cut civil and criminal costs. It favors replacing Trial Justices with Justices of the Peace, creating a quarterly County Court, reducing Circuit Court terms, and eliminating compensation for election commissioners to sustain lean government.
Governor Wade Hampton’s message to the South Carolina General Assembly stresses reform and immediate correction of abuses. It advocates paying legitimate debts while rejecting fraudulent obligations from the prior administration, proposing a board to decide which notes are valid and which should be cancelled or ignored. The plan aims to restore public trust and reduce the burden on taxpayers.
The Charleston Journal of Commerce and its satellites oppose caucus coalition with Republicans. Editors say Charleston lacks representation in the General Assembly and warn against dividing the Democratic base. South Carolina Democrats insist on unity and discipline to preserve their hard won November victory and reject any cross party coalition.
A letter from Canawora D C April 30 reports Democrats taking seats in the State Capitol and claiming a majority in the lower House. It cites Radical misrule, calls for economy, and pledges tax reduction despite Senate resistance and pending legislation. The writer notes investigations await Radical officials and warns of ongoing legislative battles ahead.
The narrative blends South Carolina legislative strife with a newly organized party caucus and pending tax plans, noting expulsions and pardons for Mackey House members and a push to seat them after apologies. It shifts to mining prospects in Nevada, detailing the Richmond and Eureka camps, ore yields, furnaces, and a critical view of the Black Hills rush while forecasting future reports to follow.
A Nevada correspondent argues the state’s wealth far outstrips its population with annual gold and silver output around 40 million dollars. He notes persistent negative impressions from outsiders and explains slow growth due to harsh terrain and climate comparisons with California.
The House of Representatives heard resolutions on conduct and allowed several members to purge contempt by admission and apology. Miller, Gantt, Reed, Robinson, and others, including Alexander, Coleman, Hamilton, Milton, Hampton Beaton, and more, swore in after declaring remorse and pledging forgiveness. The piece critiques Justice Wright and impeachment calls toward the Supreme Court.
The second annual MCA convention for South Carolina met in Greensville on March 27 with fifty six delegates from across the state. The gathering featured devotions, committees, and speeches praising spiritual awakening among young men, a welcome by leaders, and l measures of fellowship, with officers elected and sessions on work in small towns, Bible classes, and Association management. Notable attendees included Gen Johnston of Tuscaloosa and R. M. CA of New York, whose presence and counsel aided the event.
The piece mocks harsh claims against Dr. Pierce's Family Medicines while noting wide use and many testimonials. It cites Golan Metal Discovery market presence and increasing sales, plus references to ailments treated from coughs to ulcers, urging readers to consult Pierce's remedies via local druggists.
Dr J W Gurley of Atlanta with dental services for mechanical and operative work. He offers fillings pivoling denture fitting nitrous oxide anesthesia and reduced rates for certain groups. He will stay briefly in Anderson above Towers store Granite Roy FE Murrah D B S May 3 1677 Az 3.
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