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We are now without any medium, and necessity, as well as patriotism and confidence, will make us all eager to receive treasury notes, if founded on specific taxes.
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Sherman argues for the acceptance of treasury notes as a necessary medium during a financial crisis.
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That is all we ask, and what we demand at all hazards.
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