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George Boutwell: “I have come to the conclusion that Pleasanton is not succeeding in his office.”

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I have come to the conclusion that Pleasanton is not succeeding in his office.
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George Boutwell
Massachusetts

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Boutwell expresses his opinion on Pleasanton's performance in office.

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