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George F. Hoar: “The limbs of this monster of Corruption have seized upon our noble Republic, but at last there is a head coming in…”

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The limbs of this monster of Corruption have seized upon our noble Republic, but at last there is a head coming in sight, and I think the Republicans of Massachusetts are able to bear the knife and strike the blow which will destroy its horrible life so that it shall fall powerless forever!
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George F. Hoar
Massachusetts

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Hoar calls for action against corruption, likening it to a monster that can be defeated.

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