Their possible use as currency is certainly no objection to them; for, though I adhere as strictly as anyone to a specie standard of value, I think that, it being constantly maintained by ample reserves and prompt redemption, current money in different forms should be provided for daily use.
Sherman argues for the acceptance of diverse forms of currency as long as they are backed by reserves and can be redeemed.
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If my life is prolonged I will do all I can to add to the strength and prosperity of the United States, but nothing to extend its limits or to add new dangers by acquisition of foreign territory.
During forty years of public life, though many able men have aspired to the office I hold, the people of Ohio, through their general assembly, have preferred me to represent them.
What I have written is no doubt clouded with partisanship, but I would not be honest if I did not express my attachment to my party.
The Union already embraces discordant elements enough without adding others.
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