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The senseless slaughter of game, which can by judicious protection be permanently preserved on our national reserves for the people as a whole, should be stopped at once.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

He calls for an immediate halt to the reckless killing of game animals to ensure their preservation for future generations.

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