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Under these circumstances, thundered the Steuben farmer, Seward did right in recommending the establishment of schools in which such children might be instructed by teachers speaking the same language with themselves, and professing the same faith.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

This statement emphasizes the importance of culturally relevant education for immigrant children in New York.

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