[Izzatso]

That applies to Congress choosing Electors who in turn choose the President. Article 1, Section 4 addresses elections:

"Article I, Section 4:

Section 4 - Elections, Meetings

The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof; but the Congress may at any time by Law make or alter such Regulations, except as to the Place of Chusing Senators."

Back in the 1700's/1800's most states opened voting for several days, for the simple fact it could take several days for rural farmers to travel to the polls.

[Publius]

Prior to 1826, only property owners could vote. You had to show your latest receipt for paid property taxes to the county clerk before you were allowed to vote. It was known as Stakeholder Franchise.

Prior to the Progressive Era, you didn't have a secret ballot. You proudly stated your choices for office to the county clerk who maintained a tally sheet. Supporters of the men you voted for would take you aside for a drink of wine, beer or a concoction known as "punch." Today we would serve such a drink with a paper umbrella, and the sugar disguised the alcohol in the drink. It packed quite a wallop.