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Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 12. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), The last chapter in the history of Reconstruction in South Carolina—Administration of D. H. Chamberlain. (search)
cept those under negro dominion, would support Mr. Tilden, whose great services in weeding out corruption in New York had commended him to good men all over the country. To counteract this favorable opinion, it was the aim of the supporters of Mr. Hayes to stigmatize the cause of Tilden by representing him as the supporter of Southern outrages upon helpless negroes. Any event, therefore, like the Hamburg massacre was a godsend to them, as it would wonderfully advance the interest of Hayes. NHayes. Now, when we remember that Chamberlain was one of the accredited leaders of his party in South Carolina, and that his power was due to the aid which he could obtain from that party, it is not doing him injustice to presume that he would put no gloss over his report of the massacre so as to relieve the Democratic party from any of the odium which attached to it. The only fault that was apparent in his report is, that he assigns a cause for the outbreak so trivial and so absurd that men in their
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 12. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Is the, Eclectic history of the United States, written by Miss Thalheimer and published by Van Antwerp, Bragg & Co., Cincinnati, a fit book to be used in our schools? (search)
ence to the Union (p. 303) is remarkable—that the characteristics of E. M. Stanton's administration (p. 327) were integrity, energy, determination, singleness of purpose, and the power to comprehend the magnitude of the rebellion and the labor and cost in blood and treasure involved in suppressing it—that Grant's generalship at Chattanooga is considered by military authorities the masterpiece of the war, and the horrible sacrifice of his men in the campaign of 1864 justifiable, and that President Hayes, in making his appointments, (p. 339) consulted the service of the public rather than that of the politicians, and regulated both his appointments and dismissals by questions of personal worth. And in this connection we call especial attention to the general scope and bearing of the biographical sketches given in the book— eleven very tame sketches of Confederates, and twenty-six sketches of Federals, most of the latter glowing eulogies. It will not do to say that the sketches are<
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 12. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Reconstruction in South Carolina. (search)
generally would vote for Tilden, and though South Carolina was largely given over to the negroes, it was certain that Tilden would make a very respectable show of votes. With the Republicans the great end of policy was to secure the election of Hayes; and nothing pleased them more than a tale of outrages against negroes, which was eagerly sought after, invented if no better could be had, and published broadcast over the Union, to demonstrate the semi-savage and rebellious conduct of the Southh Carolina or the United States. If they can prove it, I will resign my commission, for if I am a thief I should not represent you in the Senate of the United States. In conclusion, I repeat that the north will help you, and they will see that Hayes and Wheeler are elected; and if anything happens in South Carolina, you will still have a man on horseback to come to your relief. This precious morsel of eloquence, with the repeated promise of the advent of the man on horseback, coming from
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 13. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), chapter 4 (search)
tter gave Chamberlain an opportunity to write an answer, which was extensively circulated at the North in the interest of Hayes. This letter is very long. He not only does not contradict, but he reiterates all the slanders which an infuriate partyperation by which the Returning Board of Louisiana and Florida reversed the votes of those States and gave their votes to Hayes, and the settlement of the question by a special commission elected for that purpose, really form a part of this history,iana without any scruple, and were supported by the Republican party, including a part of the Federal judiciary. So that Hayes was declared elected by a majority of one vote. Conclusion. Meanwhile the Chamberlain government had dwindled to a nate was it for the State that Chamberlain himself rejected it. Though only six weeks elapsed between the ascension of Hayes and the final collapse of Chamberlain, it is not easy to imagine the excitement which prevailed among us at what seemed a
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 14. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), A visit to Beauvoir—President Davis and family at home. (search)
nd Richmond people, and inquires very affectionately after some of her special friends. Miss Winnie Davis, the single daughter, who was born in Richmond not long before the close of the war, is one of the most thoroughly educated, accomplished young women whom I have ever met. At the same time she is simple, affable, and sweet in her manners, a brilliant conversationalist, a general favorite, and every way worthy of her proud lineage and happy inheritance as Child of the Confederacy. Mrs. Hayes, the only other living child, was on a visit to Beauvoir, but was sick, and I had not the pleasure of seeing her; but I heard her spoken of in the warmest terms of admiration by some of the neighbors. I saw her four sweet children-and what pets they were with their grandfather, whose love of children is one of his strong characteristics! President Davis. Returning from a several-days' trip to Meridian, I was delighted to find that Mr. Davis had returned from his plantation, had done
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 23. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), chapter 1.10 (search)
than our brave Abner. Killed climbing the Federal breastworks at Gettysburg. Ellett, W. P. First sergeant for a short while. Sent home sick, and never returned to the company. Evans, James. Transferred from a Texas regiment; was regimental flag-bearer, and was a brave soldier; accidently shot and killed himself. Griggs, E. R. A good soldier; detailed as regimental medical surgeon, and served through the war. Grigg, Norman. Discharged in June, 1861. Garnett, N. C. Deserted. Hayes, John. Died in hospital at Greenbrier river, August, 1861. Hollman, C. A. A good soldier; never wounded; served through the war. Hubbard, Robert H. One of the best soldiers in the army; served to the end of the war. Hubbard, Thomas. Died in the hospital at Staunton early in the war. Huddleston, L. B. Wounded at Gettysburg; a good soldier, and served through the war. Huddleston, S. H. Lost his left leg in battle at Petersburg in 1865. Hurt, F. O. Holman, W. A. No bette
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 24. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), The laying of the corner-stone of the monument to President Jefferson Davis, (search)
other. Long as yonder noble river shall roll its tide to the sea it shall behold no man more kingly. He was a very perfect, gentle knight. May the story of his life be sweet in days to come, and at last all men come to understand Jefferson Davis. The benediction. At the conclusion of General Lee's oration the benediction was pronounced by Bishop Granberry, and the crowd dispersed. Many of the old soldiers came up to the platform and shook hands with Mrs. Davis and her daughter, Mrs. Hayes. General Gordon, speaking for Mrs. Davis, said: Comrades, Mrs. Davis says she only wishes that you all had one mouth so she could kiss it. Captain Frank Cunningham directed the musical part of the programme, and this was one of its most attractive features. Index. Adair, Henrietta Buford (Anderson), 61; General John, 57; Margaret L., 57; Captain Wm. F, 249. Adkins, Captain, Sim, 205. Ainsworth, colonel F. C.. 119. Alabama, What she did, 249. Allen, Governor Henry W., 43.
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 29. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), A Southern cross of honor presented to General J. A. Chalaron by the Daughters of the Confederacy. (search)
; 'tis in these numerous sets of resolutions of deepest sorrow, from individuals, organizations, communities and States, that crowd these walls, attesting the majestic mourning of the South, when her great leader came to pass away. Not only in all that establishes his greatness as a man, as a statesman, as a leader, as a patriot, is he here present, but he is here in his gentlest, dearest, tenderest memories and affections. These touching mementos of Miss Winnie, these family pictures of Mrs. Hayes, these articles recalling his sons, early lost, all have shreds of his heart still clinging to them; and well we know how much his venerable relict's heart is also in this sanctuary for has she not written: But my heart is in the New Orleans Memorial Hall. There, I feel I owe most affectionate gratitude, and to this place I sent my dearest relics. Search the Southland over, and no spot is hallowed by his spiritual presence so much as this memorial hall; from no spot could rise more gr
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 32. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), chapter 1.38 (search)
ling. On the afternoon of the eleventh we were marched vigorously to a new position on the rear of the left side of the salient, which was to be rechristened the next day as the bloody angle. We stopped, worn and weary, in a plowed field, and in a few minutes this particular part of the regiment was fast asleep in a furrow, let come what might. About a half hour before day we were awakened, marched quietly to the front, and placed behind the front line of battle in the trenches. (I think Hayes's Louisiana brigade.) On the way we passed a place where the enemy had broken through our lines and had been driven out by a counter charge. It is said to have been done in the fight on the tenth. The front of our line was was well sprinkled with the enemy's dead, and about a score were piled at one point in our trenches. Waiting for the charge. We were told to expect a charge from the dense pine woods just in front of us, possibly some hundred yards away. It was so thick that noth
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 33. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), The Twelfth Alabama Infantry, Confederate States Army. (search)
, was killed. He was a fine officer and a true Christian. After being shot he calmly said he was willing to die for the cause. Fighting Joe's army was terribly repulsed, and forced to retreat beyond the Rappahannock. The enemy's cavalry contented itself with tearing up a part of the railroad track and cutting telegraph wires, thus interrupting communication with Richmond. May 5. There are 6,000 prisoners of war at Guinea's and others coming in hourly. Among them is Brigader General Hayes, said to be a renegade native of Richmond. The prisoners were boisterous, impertinent and insulting in their conversation. A great rain storm fell and they were in great discomfort. I pity them. There are numerous foreigners among them, Germans, Swiss, Italians, Irish, et alios. Our help from such quarters is nil. May 6. After the battle my regiment and train returned to our former camp. Everything and everybody seemed changed, sad and dejected. I greatly miss my dear friend, C
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