Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-04-12
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LETTER FROM CHESTER.
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little time IN informing LnOse, VINO hau cloWu-
ed the Court House, of the good news. The
following were the principal thoughts con-
tanned in his speech: ..., ...r, ~" 81 =: :.
"The armed soldiery, whose bayonets had
supported the usurper, would soon be with
drawn from the Ca pitol. The order for the
withdrawal of the troops had been prepared,
but would not be executed until the arrival
of Governor Hampton in Columbia; The
execution Of the order was delayed with a
view to prevent any crowding of the Capitol
by an enthusiastic multitude, and also in or
der to enable Chamberlain to formally trans
fer the books and papers of the Governors
Office to Hampton. As p save to his feel
inps, Chamberlain would be sent as a minis
ter to Sweden, for the reason that the excess
i've cold of that country would act as dis
infectant of his corrupt nature. The deciss-
ion of the President and Cabinet to with
draw the troops, was not reached without
struggle. Chamberlain had secured the in
fluence of Morton, Blaine apd men of that
stamp. He had endeavored to create the i'm
pression that under Democratic rule, the
reign of persecution of Republicans would
begin. This was great mistake Under
the rule of Hampton, all would share alike
in the administration of just laws. Hampton
had declared that the humblest negro, dwell
ing beneath the roof of his humble cabin,
whatever his politics, should be as safe as the
greatest man. This pledge was sealed by his
word, which had never been broken :Hamp
toms trip from Columbia to Washington was
an ovation. Railway stations were thronged
with admirers who desired to see and pay
him their respects. Chamberlain passed
through towns and cities in silence. The
President also showed great difference in
his manner of receiving these men. To
Hampton, upon his arrival, he sent his Prl-
vate Secretary with the view of extending bis
regards, and otherwise paid him distinguish
ed attention. Judge Mackey then passed on
to Hayes policy of paci6cation, of which he
spoke in very admiring terms. The delay in
the enforcement of this policy was occasioned
by the magnitude of. the consequences in
volved. The President desired to be fully ill.,
formed in regard to the condition OF affairs
in South Carolina and Louisiana before act
ing. But the paci6cation policy the Presi-
dent intended to carry out, despite the oppo-
sition of the Morton-B Blaine element. He in
tended to fill the Federal Offices in the South
with honest and capable men, those who are
recommended by prominent Southern leaders.
Public meetings will be held throughout the
South, having for their object the enthuslas'
tic support of the Presidents policy. The
Northern Democracy and extreme Radicals
alone were unhappy; the latter because of
the breaking Of their grip upon the South
the former were uneasy lest the new policy
would divide the Southern vote, and prevent
a "solid South" in favor of Democracy. By
means of Southern votes, Fred. Douglass,
leading colored man, was confirmed Marshal
of the District of Columbia, Notwithstanding
strong opposition of Northern Senators.
Judge Mackey closed his entertaining re.
marks by telling his hearers of bronze statue
to be erected in Columbia in honor of the de-
liverance of the State from Radical misrule
and oppression.
Bethel Presbytery adjourned at this place
on last Thursday, after a session of eig mt days.
This body was engaged almost the entire time
in trying the case against Rev. j. E. White,
accused of appropriating to his own use prop
erty in opposition to the wishes of its owners.
The property in dispute was the PRESBYTERIAN
parsonage at this place, which Mr.. White has
occupied since his resignation Of the ministe-
rial charge of Purity Church three or four
wears ago. Five days were consumed in ia
king testimony, and one day in hearing the
argument Rev. Mr.. Mack conducted the
prosecution, and Rev. Mr.. White appeared in
his own defence Their speeches on the last
day of the session were lengthy and exhaust
i've of the subject. When they had finished,
the Presbytery closed their doors against all
hut the members, with the view of deciding
by vote the guilt or innocence of the accused.
The result of their action was twenty-one
votes against and seven votes in favor of Mr..
White The sentence Of Presbytery was his
indefinite suspension from the ministry. He
gave notice of an appeal to Synod.
Governor Hampton passed through Chester
Friday morning on special train. The ell
CINE and the car containing the noble old hero
were beautifully decorated. Upon his arri-
val he was welcomed by the roar of artillery,
the waving of handkerchiets, and the enthu-
siastic acclamations of host of admiring
people. A trumphal arch of evergreens and
flowers, extending across the railroad track,
and the words prominently displayed "Wel-
come to our Governor" were additional evil
dences of the hearty reception extended here
to Hampton. Jud ge T. J. Mackey, in behalf
of the people of Chester, made the welcoming
address. The Governor, in reply, expressed
his thanks for the warm welcome. He refer
red in brief but appropriate terms to the sue
cess of his visit to Washington ; to his deter
mination to give the colored people their
rights and privileges under the law, and to be
the Governor of the whole people. In con-
clusion, he earnestly exhorted the people to
observe strictly the pledge of peace given by
him to the President The Chester Rifle
Club, and the Rock Hill Firemen escorted
Governor Hampton to Columbia.
The horse recently stolen from Gen. w. A.
Walker, was captured at Lincolnton, N. O.,
in the possession of the thief Pres Carter,
colored who is now in Jail at that place. A
requisition from Governor Hampton upon
Governor Vance, for the delivery of Garter to
our State authorities, will be obtained this
week. Deputy Sheriff Walker, and Mr.. Jas
Walker went to Lincolnton last week, but not
having the desired requistion in their possess
ion, failed to get their man. He will, how
ever, be brought here in few days, and
lodged in jail to await his trial at the next
term of the Court of General Sessions. The
stolen horse is at home again.
Judge T. j. Mackey has ordered a special
term of the Court of General Sessions and
Common Pleas to be holden for Chester coun-
ty, beginning on Monday, 23d instant. The
criminal business will engage the attention of
the Court for one week.
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