We notice by a late number of that excellent paper, the Memphis Commercial and Argus, that W. J. SMITH is spoken of as “the representative from Hardeman.” This is an error. The people of this staunch old county have said in convention that he is not their servant – neither do they wish to be “dubbed” has constituents”. Lash him as much as you many, but do not say that he represents Hardeman county in the Tennessee legislature. Facts do not warrant the assertion. Don’t say it!!

The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 02 Feb. 1867, Page 2. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.