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De Alexander: “It was agreed, also, that the purity of Seymour's life, his character for honesty in financial matters, and the high…”

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It was agreed, also, that the purity of Seymour's life, his character for honesty in financial matters, and the high social position which he held, made him an especially dangerous adversary in a State that usually dominated a national election.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

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This statement underscores the significance of Seymour's character and reputation in the context of a national election.

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