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Fragmented Civil War era letter on Reconstruction and southern rights
An extended, often heated letter discusses constitutional amendments, federal versus state power, and southern representation. It argues against rapid enfranchisement of southern whites while condemning punitive measures. It warns Congress not to overstep and asserts Southern resolve to maintain honor, property, and regional autonomy amid Reconstruction debates.
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Canetiiurional Amendsment Proposed By ‘Gaigres. Yu Ala Ess
Lawerver
Wiive-Tonrelis
Anithia
Vortidi
South Carolina
Virginia
North Cristina
Alabama
Movida
Misnixeigud
Lanisinia
Fox
Arkansas
Blackley
Meir Netic
Congress
Consread
Amo
Jhant
Ragaed
Vishnu
Bhp Fenorinee
Boldinge
Hogar
Rprase
Wales
Givin Balan
Bath Houses of Congress
Cho Sunny
Alain
Mississippi
Newroos
Ronneawe
Tentessee
Ean
Drogen
Whiteh the Hos
Lima
TuGonus
Toni Hanor Vile
Eittaw
Nevo
United States
Staten Distriet
Mihamer al
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Nis
Cone Brose
Ubix
Will Bey
Toh
Eoven
Wnd
Aiba
Punyaytes
Mit
Sail Especienen
Staten
Bilei
Iit
Leon
Stata Cunils
United Sta
Wats
Congresa
Hing
Presett
Stewart
Hudiens
Thavetia
Umintala
Penny