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That we may believe a statement of that sort, evidence is required, not from one man unknown, not from one man impeached, but from many men of reputable standing in society.
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gutenberg.orgGeorge Boutwell: “That we may believe a statement of that sort, evidence is required, not from one man unknown, not from one man…”
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Boutwell emphasizes the need for credible evidence from reputable sources to believe a statement.
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