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I also stated that if peace were restored to our country, we ought, as soon as possible, to go back to the basis of gold and silver coin, but, in the meantime, we must meet the exigencies of the hour.
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Sherman suggests that if peace were restored, the country should return to a gold and silver standard while addressing current needs.
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