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George F. Hoar: “Under these difficulties, it is greatly to his honor that so much of public good was accomplished in his time, and that…”

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Under these difficulties, it is greatly to his honor that so much of public good was accomplished in his time, and that he handed over the Government to a Republican successor.
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George F. Hoar
Massachusetts

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Hoar acknowledges the challenges faced by President Hayes while recognizing his accomplishments.

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