On the record
Whatever opinions may be expressed as to the correctness of the findings of the returning board, there can be no doubt that its proceedings were open, fair and impartial.
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gutenberg.orgJohn Sherman: “Whatever opinions may be expressed as to the correctness of the findings of the returning board, there can be no doubt…”
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Sherman asserts the fairness and openness of the returning board's proceedings amidst differing opinions.
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