Debates in the South Carolina Legislature and Ratifying Convention, 1788

May 13, 1788

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2: South Carolina convention, May 13, 1788, ¶ 2 (SouthCarolina1788.May13.2)

On this day the Convention met, and the names being called over, there appeared to be present one hundred and seventy-three members; upon which they proceeded to ballot, when

3: South Carolina convention, May 13, 1788, ¶ 3 (SouthCarolina1788.May13.3)

His excellency, Governor THOMAS PINCKNEY, was elected President.

5: South Carolina convention, May 13, 1788, ¶ 5 (SouthCarolina1788.May13.5)

Mr. Atmore, Messenger. Mr. Athwell, Door-keeper. Mr. John Bounetheau, Bar-keeper. Mr. Stevens, Cashier. Colonel Lushington, Assistant-Cashier.

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