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De Alexander: “Although a stiff Radical he had no reason to feel bitter toward men who happened to differ with him on governmental…”

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Although a stiff Radical he had no reason to feel bitter toward men who happened to differ with him on governmental policies.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

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Alexander notes that despite being a staunch Radical, the individual in question maintained a level of cordiality towards those with differing views.

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