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I wish no rank, pay, or expenses for myself, and will freely act without compensation.
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Sherman emphasizes his willingness to serve without seeking personal gain or compensation.
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The policy of this country ought to be to make everything national as far as possible.
They want disunion, and not compromise or conciliation.
I have participated in framing many tariff bills, but have never succeeded in securing one that I entirely approved.
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