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De Alexander: “There was a rugged honesty and ability about Bouck that commended him to the people.”

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There was a rugged honesty and ability about Bouck that commended him to the people.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

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Alexander describes Bouck's character and appeal to the people.

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