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The primary purpose of these certificates is to enable persons of limited means to husband small savings as they accrue, and place them where they will draw interest and become the nest egg for future accumulation.
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John Sherman
Ohio

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Sherman outlines the purpose of certificates to help individuals save and earn interest on small amounts.

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