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Senate probes Louisiana frauds amid 1877 election chaos
Washington reports describe Senate inquiry into alleged 1876 Louisiana frauds and payments to officers, with Matthews denying charges and a seven-member committee authorized to examine letters and conduct cross-examination. Army bill debates and Indian Bureau transfer plans dominate an active session.
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