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I appeal to you, of whatever party, or color, or race, or country, to give us in Virginia at this election an honest vote and an honest count, and if Lee is elected, well and good; if Wise is elected, better yet.
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Sherman calls for honest voting and counting in Virginia's elections, regardless of party affiliation.
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