In a shocking turn of events, South Carolina’s State Treasurer, Mr. Cutter, has refused to honor a warrant presented by John A. McIlwain, State Warehouse Commissioner. The warrant, seeking payment for the operation of the State warehouse system, was met with a stern refusal by the Treasurer, citing a lack of funds in the treasury to meet the demand. However, the comptroller general, A. W. Jones, claimed that there were $17,600 in unexpended balance in the State treasury, which could be used to pay the warrant. This unexpected twist has left many questioning the Treasurer’s motives and sparking a heated debate about the management of state funds.
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Key Facts
- State: South Carolina
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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