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Every railroad charter has been framed subject to the exercise of the acknowledged powers of Congress, all of which are implied in the grant as essential conditions, not less than if set forth expressly.
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Sumner states that all railroad charters are subject to Congress's powers, which are implied in the grants, indicating the federal oversight of state charters.
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