Grant’s Army Entering South Carolina Reignites National Debate
A sprawling excerpt details claims that President Grant has dispatched federal troops into South Carolina to suppress alleged insurrection. It argues the army’s presence betrays the Constitution, hints at political motives to influence Hayes’s fate, and warns of military dictatorship risks. The piece cites reactions from Congress, media, and prominent figures while noting the death of Francis P. Blair in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
South Carolina
Renee
Ttis
Legic
South Carolina Democrats urge restraint amid campaigns and fever over carpetbag rule
Matters in the Palmetto State blend political fervor with postwar tensions. The New York Herald counsels nonviolence while Democrats rally for unity and victory before the elections. Reports note yellow fever decline in Savannah and civic gratitude for relief efforts. A Walhalla meeting draws modest attendance as tensions flare between Democrats and Republicans with accusations of incitement and calls for lawful conduct amid widespread distrust.
Proclamation Fallout and Civil Front in South Carolina
A dated proclamation by the U S President calls for dispersal and peace within three days amid political unrest. Local opponents claim the Governor’s statements are false and condemn the move as a bayonet backed attempt to dominate elections. A declaration from A Hasketh and others defends innocence and urges ballot resolve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gormmata
Carsiina
Daniel H. Chamberlain
Republica
Aine
Wever
North
United States
Great
National Tribunal
Thin Stata
Aind
C. C. Bowes
Charleston
Mersing
Bowen
Tim
Usak
A. ©. Hasketh
T. Feaser
J.D. Kessepy
Jonny Baarras
Saues A. Ho
Proclamation and Military Order in South Carolina 1876
The document reports a presidential proclamation by Ulysses S. Grant calling for insurrection suppression in South Carolina during 1876, detailing deployment of U.S. troops to enforce law, and the secretary of war’s order directing forces to support Columbia authorities. It notes political reaction and editorials from Massachusetts papers commenting on voting rights and race implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Department
Wasniaton
Goncent W. T. Sherman
United States Arty Sre
South Carolina
Atlantic
Buger
Columbia
United States
Tas
T. J. Lloyd
Philadelphia
Paul
Barnhart
Abbeville
Abbevile
Atrocious meeting leads to ambush in South Carolina
A Democratic gathering near Pine House drew 5 000 attendees including 2 000 equestrians in red shirts. After speeches by Hampton and others, white party members faced an ambush on the Liberty Hill road. Gilmore was killed, Yelland wounded, and another rider injured. Gen Gary and officials urged restraint as the scene unfolded near a state land tract where a militia previously paraded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CoLowéra
Hampton
Pine House
Academy Grove
Counry
Gen. Gary
Inmaul
Judee Mackey
Liberty Hill
John Gilmoray
Edward Yelldell
Yelldell
Gilmore
Kline
United States Army
Gary
Outsee
Butler
Negroca
Preston Buickwell
Chamberlain
Mackey
Maj
Rod
Yelldel
Oulsee
John Gilmore
South Carolina Verdict Sparks Federal-Ties Debate
Amid divided national sentiment the South Carolina course against the President faces sharp criticism as unconstitutional and contrary to federal law. The prose reveals warnings of tyranny and calls out Chamberlainism while praising public resolve and demand for honest governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Supreme Court
Ibsa
Aueh
South Carolina
North Carolina
Agalp
Orgaon
Americana
South
Caroline
Chamberlain
Grantix
Desriatti
Semy
York
Moon
Brooklyn
Democratic meetings planned to boost turnout in Anderson County
The Central Executive Committee of the South Carolina Democratic Party schedules a series of consolidated meetings across Anderson County to mobilize both white and colored voters. Prominent speakers include B. M. Racker and James A. Hoyt, with arrangements for barbecues and full club representation. The aim is to heighten vigilance and activity for the election day and promote harmony between races.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robertaun
South Carolina
Robert
Bouth Jesralice
Benator Robertson
Sivas Cox
Can
Roverssox Co
Anderton
Democratic Party
Anderson County
Fatale
Siatef
Fork Clubs
Geanee County
B. M. Racker
Dw. Livingston
James A. Boyt
James Ly Ore
Pickens
G. W. Maret
al Craytonville
Orther
Mara
Norle
Wittens Store
Wed
Centreville
H. He Russo
WC. Brown
KW. Shapagi
A R. Vandiver
Jenner A. Hoyt
Pisgah
Williamston
Tsruaky Creek
Gladtawn
Hopewall
Qlukston
B. Moore
di Cae L. Ou
W. D. Wilkes
Pendleton
Yates Garvin
Hantir
Wreaine
T. H. McGee
Novae Haat
Paki Gorse
Hall
Pat Hoek
Sntene
W. Bell
Dies Rweae
Ws Pickens
John B. Moore
Election Managers Named for County Precincts
A historic notice describes appointed election managers for numerous precincts and lists their names. It specifies the election date as the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November 1876, and outlines the board structure and oath administration procedures for the upcoming general election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Axperson Cousty
Marci
Eighth Judicial Circuit
Howe OF
Pat Ee
General Assembly
Rewves
T, J
Webb
Tulle Homes
Andenoi
W.J. Ligon
von Husadin
Hill
Belton
James McLosky
J. K. Jolly Craytonville
Joan C. Horton
Wy ‘McDavid
Littleton P.rks. Calhoun
Joh
J- Mattison
Acker Worl
Ia Acker
Dark Corner
A. Gry
T. A. Sherard
Asm Hardy Greenwood
Teric Ephacleis
Wot
Whit GW
Mann
Mann’s
Harrison
G. W
Maref
J. R. Meredith
Folland's
Lewia
AL ‘Illey
A. M. Hollum
Saborn
Honea
A. M. Hudgent
Rank Sampson
Nuthan
Finan
Rio
Nowell
Gundleton
Allan J
Beeensapensew
G Smith
le Whitford
Fe Anderson
J. J Chser
Aniee Williamston
Wilson
Pinann
Henry Wilson
Dian
Also Mentioned on This Page
Butterson
Was
AW Hoyt
Murray
Fon
Samuel J. Tilde
New York
Fon Vice Paxsimest
Thos, A. Hendricks
Indiana
Pamarmermat Exechen
Arta
Robert ‘Aldrich
Fon Gorzasos
Wade Hampton
Richland
AWM
D. Simpson
Laurens
Srizn
M. Sims
Arroangx
Giexys Aveas Donner
Hugh B. Thompson
Eichland
Comrmarine Grveekt
Johnson Haghod
Barnwell
L. Lrapharm
Hichiond
Moise
Sum
Courty Democratic
Geqweatore
We Brown
Anireon
Tame
Fomntekk Geen
Jor W. Daniel
James BH Moonnnell
J. 3
Carwile
Eb Brower
Bertige
Farnigh “and Mechanics’ Association
Ande County
Tekin
Andersom
Grant
Caroling
Chamberlain Sshd
Guna
Ustagus
Clthsas
Huiges
Pesca
House of
Grantism
Carolin
Onlew
New York Heraldays
Emai
Blake
Francis P. Blair
Washington City
Editorial Noes
General Hampton
Commonwealth
Bripton
Ayar
Barwaunb
Savapash
Walhalla
Robinson
Benson Olyons
Chloroforn Carpenter, Greener and Co
Ad. Dreacs Mere Madi E
Greener
Talbot
Bavicalé
Edgefield
Boulls
Carylita
Bighfield Court House
Hoteler
Washington National Republican
F. ‘W. Dunson
Charleston ‘News and Courier
T. J. Mackey
John Patternon
Ohio
Governor's Wharf
Dawdon
National Républican
Patterees
President Grant
New York Herald
South Vna
Snath Care
Jenningst
New York Times
Carolina
Auch
Anid
Purau
United Tea Us
Sania
Dia Peron
T. Ulywet
Washington
U.s.grant
Jonn. L.canwan- Lader
Bia
Lla
Union-Herald
Massachusetts Constitusion de XX
Lancaster
Massachusetts
Union- Herald
Upton- Herald
Cardozo
Republican Party
Seong
Carl Sehurs
Ben Butler
Caden
Mng
Transcen
Hegiater
Shorusap
James A. Hoyt
Cba Croup
Antonia
D. J
N. E. Bohanon
Howe
Choemann
Board of Minsters
Ail Bay
Pratt
Chi'n
N. B. Gaillard
Jobn & Cochran
Gilreath & Peoples
Wrolisale and Netatl Dealers
Mollow ‘Ware, &c
Willwell
Greenville
Wallas
Stith & Wesson
Andrew Shearer
Andersin
Ford
Galitine Shearer
Adm's. OX
Ligon & Hill's
Delors Purchasing
John W. Daniele
Court of Common Pleas
Porsmant
Manchester Tneuektial Works
Steele Als
Ott Halladay
Bohoti
Waverly Hons Block
West Eni
Intra
L. H. Seel
West End Waverly House
Anderson
Jas. H. McConnell
Aurtfonerr
Caposina
Eee Benth
Adm
Elsinti
Wall
H. Scott
Coty
Tae
Andteran Court House
J. Jasper Williams
KonoWwa
Chatria
Bieri
Cas
Towers & Breigles
Coat For Vast
Sherif
J. H. Moonnell
Ieeney
A. Barbi
James W. Lewis
Salt of Aa
Wren
WM. McGuein
Patsota Robinson
Reed
GW. Miller
A. Robisbos
Waverly House Rae
J.M. Robina
Main Street
Holst
Tangient
Augusta
G. Cohen
Broad St
Markie Yard
Catan Mesto
Hiait
Sue
Ander
Ron
Eamblog
A. Daset
Setar Bowne
Joe
Fc Speer
Lagndeils
Iti
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!