12/16/1878
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"It is not sought by the bill before me to repeal the election laws."
"It contains, however, other provisions, to which I desire respectfully to ask your attention."
"I can not consent to their absolute and entire repeal, and I can not approve legislation which seeks to prevent their enforcement."
"I transmit herewith to the Senate a report from the Secretary of State, in response to a resolution of that body of the 20th instant, calling for the proceedings and accompanying papers of the Interna..."