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Rutherford B. Hayes: I can not consent to their absolute and entire repeal, and I can not approve legislation which seeks to prevent their…

On the recordJune 22, 1879
I can not consent to their absolute and entire repeal, and I can not approve legislation which seeks to prevent their enforcement.
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Rutherford B. Hayes
Republican · Ohio

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