I regret sincerely that their title has not been positively recognized in the text of a statute; but, after effort in both branches, and the appointment of several committees of conference, such recognition has failed.
Sumner laments the lack of formal recognition for soldiers' rights in legislation despite efforts.
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Let loyalty to one man be exchanged for Love to Man.
The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
Confessing the Fatherhood of God, and the consequent Brotherhood of Man, we find a divine standard of unquestionable accuracy.
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