Lifted into power by the Banks régime, he had congenially betrayed it, in order to make interest with the returning Rebels; had appointed them to office by scores; had turned out the Unionists that elected him wherever he could find Rebels to take their places; had made over himself and his power without reserve.
Reid critiques Governor Wells for his political betrayals and appointments favoring Rebels over Unionists.
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