On the recordMarch 16, 1905
Americanism is not a matter of creed, or birthplace, or descent.
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presidency.ucsb.eduAmericanism is not a matter of creed, or birthplace, or descent.
Remarks at the 121st Annual Dinner of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick in New York City
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