Rutherford Hayes actually said...

The fact that these laws are deemed objectionable by a majority of both Houses of Congress is urged as a sufficient warrant for this legislation.

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06/22/1879

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An estimate of $20,000 for the purpose was submitted to Congress in the last Book of Estimates.

An appropriation of that sum is respectfully recommended.

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