The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-03-11
SOUTH CAROLINA.


SOUTH CAROLINA.
POPULAR IMPATIENcE UNDER THE DELAYED
SETTLEMENT OF THE GOVERNMENT PROBLEM
THE MATTHEWS AND EvARTs LETTERS
CHAMBERLAIN's HOPE FOR JUSTICE.
Lex TELEGRAPH TO THE HERALD
COLUMBUS. March 10, 1871
The status quo which imposed by President
Grant, and which patiently borne to the close OF
his term, is now becoming irksome and unbearablc.
The people IN the rural DISTRICTS who do not sec the
daily papers have been erumbling at the delay the
confirmation OF the Cabinet nominations, because they
see in that consequent delay in the solution OF the
dual government problem here. II is every.
where believed that President Hayes is honest
in hs intentions to allow the people here
the privilege OF regulating their domestic
affairs, and the opposition TO such policy
rs this invoices IRON the average South Carolinan
the most decded and vigorous expressions. From
these tho following unequwocal and unanimous con-
illusions are arrived at THAT they will submit TO
other civil State government but that OF which Hamp
ton Is the head; that under no circumstances will the
Chamberlain government be tolerated here; that II is
utterly useless to attempt to settle the difficulties in
this State by means Of a compromise commission, as
proposed, as on their part tncre is nothing to COM
taxes TO any other government than Hanpton's; and
that II that government is not recognized standing
and powerful army will have 10 be kept here TO
endeavor keep the peace alone Talk OF this
heard in this State at all times and it has become
determined IN its tone snco the opposition Of Mr.
Baioo and others to the liberal Southern policy fore
Swallowed by PRESIDENT Hayes was developed. In the
meantime there is great suffering in the State, owing
to tho terrible stagnati all branches of mercc,
industry and agriculture, resulting solely from the de-
ayed settlement of tho governmental question here.
JUDGE MATTHEW'S LETTER.
The following letters are made public to-day by Gov
ernor Chamberlain at tho special request OF Judge
Stanley Matthew'S and the letters alluded to by
Mr.. Blaine in the Senate the 7th INST. -
WASHINGTON Cry. March 6. 1877
Hon. ID. II. CHAMBERLAIN, Columbia, =. G. -
Ny DEAR SIn:-I have not the honor of personal
acquaintance with you, but have learned to respect
you from my knowledge OF your reputation. | take
the liberty OF addressing you now, with great dis-
trust Of the propriety of doing so, pretacing
by saying that speak without authority
from any one, and represent only my own vicws. The
situation pubic affairs in South Carolina Is too com.
pcaed to be discussed at length In a note, and yet
impresses one that ought TO BIO changed by the
policy OF republican statesmen In such way rs not
only 10 remove all the controversies that disturb that
State, but 10 remove all embarrassments arising from
II 10 the party in other parts OF the country 1t has
occurred to mo 10 suggest whether, by your
concurrence and cooperation, an accom- odaton
could DO arrived which would obviate I'd neces-
ernmen, aud leave that to stand which was best able
stand OF ITSELF Such course would relieve the ad.
minslraion from the necessity SO far US executive
too 10 concerned or making any decision between the
conflicting governments and would place you posi-.
tion OF making the sacrifice of what you deemed your
abstract rights Tor the sake Of the peace OF tho
munty, which would cntite you to tho gratitude,
not only ofyour party but Inc respect
OF the entire country 1 trust you Will pardon the
liberty have taken, my motive is promote not
respect, STANLEY MATTHEW'S.
MR.. EvARrs' INDoRsExENT.
Appended 10 the foregoing letter arc the following
lines by Mr. Evarts:-
DEAR GovSRNoR--I have read this letter
vcrsed with Colonel Haskell and Senator Gordon on
this subject scnierestng to US all should be very
glad to aid In solution OF The difficulties OF the situs
ton and especially to hear from you speedily.
With my compliments 10 Mrs Chamberlain, yours
very truly, WILLIAM n. EVARTS.
cHAxBrRLArS CONFIDENT RECOGNITION.
AS II became known that these letters, about
which much mystery existed, wcro TO be published,
the HERALD correspondent called upon Governor
Chamberlain to ascertain his views. and the following
brief conversation took place. the Governor being very
positive and emphatic In his expressions:-
CoRREsPoSDENT-How will tho confirmation OF tho
Cabinet affect affairs hcrey
Governor CHAMBERLAIN-I SEQ reason to believe
that the Cabinet will take any unavorabc to tho
claims OF the republicans here There is doubt
Southern question which the country Is tired
II will not be popular just to do exaot justice
here and friends OF the administration have been
to relieve Of the necessity OF taking definite
sides in this great controversy. when, however,
President HAYES and his Cabinet to the question:
believe they will be Obliged to do republicans justice
here Certainly majority OF the Cabinet men
who hive hitherto held views which will not permit
them now to desert Southern republicans fall to do
them full justice.
CoRREspoNDENr-Do you still look for recognition for
your government
Governor CHAMBERLAIS-Ce Certainly l do What |
show President Hayes and his Cabinet that both law
us.
Commemorative yon any late favorable advices
from Washington?
Governor CmAMBERLAiS-I have letters and de-
spatches cmphasizing what is substantially stated IN
todays dispatches regarding the Presidents interview
with our colorod delegation from this State. Tho Prcs
dent and those who seem to know his purposes and
feelings declare unanimously that he Will do
justice and insist OH justice and protection to
republicans here. fully believe it, Hc cannot do
otherwise without the grossest perfdy, OF which
President Hayes ought not to be suspected until his
acts show H.
This closed the interview, your correspondent spar
ing the Governor the humiliation Of answer the
next question that suggested itself, as follows ain
the Of your recognition, now do you propose
maintain your government in the State?"
MIDNIGHT WEATHER REPORT.