24 May 1883
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Newspaper
Anderson Intelligencer
Location
Anderson, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1883
Page
1
A long, fragmented speech portrays white and Black relations, praising reliance on white oversight, condemning Black education, and arguing for gradual social separation. It rails against miscegenation, defends slavery as beneficial, and condemns abolitionist reforms while urging continued white superiority and paternalism.
A Brown's Iron Biers extract discusses a youth who grows cynical, asking why the world owes him a living. It argues that wealth comes from effort and public works, paid by society, and urges the boy to work and contribute. The piece emphasizes that those who built canals and cities earned their living through deeds, not entitlement.
Dr Talmage rails at frauds in business and church, urging practical religion that lives in daily work. He denounces cornering, impure drugs, fraud in trades, and asks clergy to reform merchants, lawyers, doctors, and journalists. He calls for moral renovation amid Massachusetts politics and national corruption.
The New York Zribnne prints a letter from a Brooklyn official discussing the 1882 Chambersburg demand during a time of approaching enemy forces. It notes Chambersburg housing values, Frederick’s smaller size, and the negotiable gold price, arguing a demand of 200,000 to cover potential losses and currency depreciation. The writer argues retaliation by burning towns could be justified to safeguard currency and proceed with redress.
Legal proceedings in a contempt of court case involve attorney Stokes and client Verner. Stokes held in contempt for refusing to answer. a $10 fine imposed as the judge rules on service and notices of appeal. Additional documents and affidavits discussed as the Supreme Court deadlines loom.
Pickens appeals to South Carolina women and other states to fund restoring Mount Vernon’s Washington mansion. She cites regional councils, the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and ongoing room restorations as examples of progress and pride. She urges donations and outlines the administration by Lucy H. Proxen and local leaders to support the project.
A fragmentary, humorous piece contrasts English gate etiquette and manners with rural American gate culture around Onion Greek and Onion Creek. It sketches gateways, fences, and rural gate quirks, noting editors, portals, and local quirks while referencing Texas legislation and Alabama election data.
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