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Of course I never dreamed that it could be published, or used as it already has been; but no matter--let us have the letter in print, and let the public judge between its writer and his open and covert assailants.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Alexander expresses his surprise at the publication of the letter and calls for transparency in the matter.

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