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As a great financier he stands as a peer with Hamilton, with Chase.
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gutenberg.orgJohn Sherman: “As a great financier he stands as a peer with Hamilton, with Chase.”
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Sherman compares his financial expertise to that of historical figures like Hamilton and Chase, highlighting his prominence in economic matters.
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