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Senate investigates Matthews charge amid Louisiana fraud debate
The Senate moved to appoint a seven member select committee to probe claims about 1876 Louisiana election fraud and related promises of office. Key testimony in Washington referenced Matthews and Anderson, with cross examination over an alleged agreement for Anderson’s appointment and letters from the President.
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