The subject has, however, excited the attention of several important commercial bodies in the United States, and the time is now so favorable that I feel quite sure that Congress will adopt any practical measure that will secure to the commercial world a uniform standard of value and exchange.
Sherman expresses optimism that Congress will act to establish a uniform standard of value for commerce.
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