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Charles Sumner: “An improved currency is like sunshine, penetrating every corner of the land, under which commerce, business, comfort…”

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An improved currency is like sunshine, penetrating every corner of the land, under which commerce, business, comfort, civilization, life itself, will put forth blossom and fruit.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

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Sumner likens an improved currency to sunshine, highlighting its positive impact on commerce and life.

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