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Select committee to inquire into 1876 Florida Louisiana election fraud
The House orders an eleven member select committee to investigate alleged fraudulent canvasses in Louisiana and Florida elections of 1876. It grants powers to subpoena witnesses administer oaths appoint subcommittees and report when ready. The inquiry aims to vindicate national honor and clarify the election results amid urged concessions from England.
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Potter
Maryland
Louisiana
Samuel B. MecLin
Board of State
Florida
Wlent
Edward &. Noyea
France
East Fo. 1
D. A. Weber
West Feliciana
Weber
Anderson
John Sherman
Treasury
United States
Freude
Sargeant