Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1878-10-17
Correspondence of the Yorkville Enquirer.
LETTER FROM CHESTER.


The political campaign does not wax warm,
as was anticipated. Compared to the enthu-
siasm and zeal manifested in 1876, it is quite
spiritless Then the political situation was
the absorbing theme Of conversation; now it
is discussed but little. Then the large atten-
dance upon our Club meetings showed the
great interest Of members in the campaign {;
now it is decidedly uphill work getting up a
meeting. The attendance is small and the in
terest corresponding to the size of the crowd.
In the campaign Of rs, meetings were contin-
ually being held at different places throughout
the county, and political speeches, almost
without number, were made. Such is not the
case at present This apparent apathy Of the
Democracy is due to their entire confidence Of
victory. There is probably not Democrat in
Chester county who entertains single doubt
of the result of the approaching election. 1t
is regarded as foregone conclusion that the
Democracy will elect their candidates The
obstacles in the way Of their success are not
such as to occasion any uneasiness, and
therefore, do not call forth activity and labor
on their part. The Republican party in this
county is badly demoralized. 1t has no lead
ers of any force, and there is no unity of ac-
tiOn and purpose among the rank and file.
They are said to be very much dissatisfied with
the Republican nomination and will not give
it their support. Their nominee for the State
Senate, John Dickey, has announced that he
will not be candidate. He is probably dis
gusted with politics and intends to pass the
rest of his life quietly on his plantation. 1t
is not likely that the Republicans will make
another nomination for the office of Senator.
If not, General Walker will be forced to run
the Senatorial race alone. #f".
The town bell disappeared on Tuesday night.
lJo &n11r fGn
reference to it's whereabouts. 1t was general
ly supposed that trick had been perpetrated
for the purpose of compelling the authorities
to buy new bell, as the old one was cracked
and gave forth disagreeable sound. Diligent
search was made for the missing bell, which
was found at the bottom of cistern, located
near the place where the bell was suspended.
It hangs again from the same post, and makes
the same Objectionable sound, but there is
probability of it's being dispensed with very
soon, as some of our liberal and public-spirited
citizens are contributing Of their private
means for the purchase Of new bell.
The case of j. L. Watson, alleged to be
largely indebted to York county, of which he
was Treasurer for several years, came up be-
fore James Hemphill, Esq, as referee on
Wednesday, Major J. F. Hart represented
York county; I. D. WitherspoOn, ESQ.,, ap-
made a settlement with York county while
the other side contend that his indebtedness
will reach several thousand dollars. Several
witnesses were examined 1t will probably
be some time before the referee arrives at a
decision in the case.
The Chester Light Dragons, Capt L. M.
Sanders commanding, favored us with anoth-
er parade on Friday. They contemplate visit
ing Columbia, as Company, during the Fair,
and are preparing themselves by drill for a
creditable appearance at the Capital.
Saturday was lively day in town. Not
withstanding the low price, a large quantity
of cotton was sold. GuanO bills and advances
on lien must be met, regardless of the price OF
cotton.
The political campaign, which has been so
dull and lifeless, became more animated and
active on Saturday A Democratic meeting
was held at McAliley's mill, and considerable
enthusiasm prevailed. The Democratic col
umn, mounted and in red shirts, extended for
long distance. A large number were color
ed, and were as happy in their red shirts as
mortals could be. A striking feature of the
demonstration was the riding together of the
colOred and white men, showing the complete
identification of the former with the Demo-
cratic cause. The speakers on the occasion
were J. J. Hemphill, ESQ.,, and Rev. j. E.
White. In the corrupt days of Moses and
Scott, McAliley's mill was Republican
stronghold under the new regime it will be
carried 10y good Democratic majority.
There was also a Republican meeting at
Lewis Turn Out OH Saturday. The small at
tendance showed the little interest taken by
negroes in politics. J. A. Bradley, Jr., Pur-
Wis Alexander and Lark Stevenson were the
speakers. Gen. w. A. Walker was on hand
and slnke for the DemOcracy
The Chester Democratic Club held meet
ing on Saturday evening. T. G. CASTOR, Esq,
was the first speaker. He was followed by j.
A. Bradley, Jr., who endeavored to give rea-
son for his alliance with the Republican par