Charles Sumner: “But, notwithstanding these defects, Lord Russell’s speech at…”

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But, notwithstanding these defects, Lord Russell’s speech at Blairgowrie is an immense advance upon his previous utterances on the American Question.

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Sumner acknowledges the progress in Lord Russell's speech regarding the American conflict despite its flaws.

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Charles Sumner: “But, notwithstanding these defects, Lord Russell’s speech at Blairgowrie is an immense advance upon his previous…”