Charles Scott of Bolivar County Aims for Mississippi Governor
Biography details Hon Charles Scott born November 7 1847 in Jackson Hinds County. He served in the 28th Mississippi during the Civil War, faced hardship afterward, studied law, opened an office in Rosdale Bolivar County in 1869, built a practice and wealth in land, and has never held office before. He pledges not to seek the U.S. Senate if elected.
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Charles Scott
Bolivar County
Commonwealth of Mississippi
Jackson
Hinds County
Chas. Scott
Supreme Court of Chancery
Mississippi
Scott
Tunica County
Rosedale
Said County
United States Senate
Chas, Scott
Miss
Peliti
Europe
Letter boosts Scott as friend to poor Mississippi farmers
A Mississippi farmer lauds Hon. Charles Scott, describing his aid during mortgage troubles and land gifts, and vouches for Scott as a supporter of the common man. The letter portrays Scott as generous, hard working, and approachable, contrasting critics who call him a rich man’s candidate.
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Scott
King Charlies
Charles Scott
Megro
Darkey
Mr. Scott
Mississippi Banker Charley Scott Nominated for Governor
The letter extols Charley Scott of Greenville for his honesty and public service including paying depositors in full after the Rosedale bank failure aided by his wife. It recalls Scott’s Civil War service with the 28th Mississippi and Forrest Brigade, praising leadership under fire and a captain's tribute. See also debates over immigration and Scott’s views.
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Bank of Ale
Scott
United States Senate
Dixieland
Charlie Scott
Mississippi
Forrest
W. FE. Hunt
Lyonville
Tennessee
Chas. Scott
Worrest
Mississippa
Crear
1 Tetera
McBee
Earlie Scott
Cmd
Owl
Marshall Ney
Grand Army of France
Merket
Charley Scott
Hood
W.E Hunt
Greenville
Miss
Loyal Supporters Think Of Him
Loyal supporters praise his abilities and leadership, noting he accomplished much against difficulties and contributed to the state and people without seeking credit. The remarks reflect on his public service and selfless motives as he sought or held office.
That Rosedale Bank Incident and Charley Scott
A Mississippi bank crisis story recounts Charles Scott, president of the Rosedale bank, who pledged his and his wife’s property to repay depositors after a collapse. He redeems the debt over years, aided by his legal practice funds, with grateful depositors presenting a loving cup and homages, prompting reflections on governor timber and state honor.
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Charles Scott
Eart
Rosedale
Goasdelly
Scett
Bix
Scott
Scilimge
Scott Siesr
Wichfield
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Memphis
New York
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Thal
anti-Scott Party
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Shelby
J W Thomas
Frank Robertson
K L. Mercer
C E Nance
Eawards
T J Pointevant
Gordos
WC Yates
C H Smith
TS Meek
M Yates
Wml Connell
T J Mavers
G W Smith
J J Ferguson
P P Sutherland
W W Denton
F Langston
W M Langston
M Wtage
L Coker
R H Smith
H FE Denton
E M Patterson
W B Roberts
J J L. Wilson
Chas T Christmas
H L Sutherland
W A Shelby
G P Rice
M K Wilson
I L Shelby
Fontaine Jones
D Reinach
E H Moore
South
Italy
Rosedale Bank
Scout County Register
Govenor
Commonwealth
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