The general results of these interviews, which had a wide circulation at the time, I believe were beneficial, and at least assured the public that a hopeful and determined effort was being made to advance United States notes and national bank notes to par with coin.
Sherman reflects on the positive outcomes of his interviews, which aimed to reassure the public about the government's financial stability efforts.
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I have given my views, speaking for no other man, frankly and fearlessly, and I will stand by them now and in the future.
I worked hard that winter, for hard work, I thought, was the way to fortune.
I believe that it will give a reasonable fair protection for the great industries of agriculture, manufacture, and commerce, which lie at the basis of the prosperity of this country.
It is not in my blood and these gentlemen cannot put it there.
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