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Rutherford B. Hayes: “The object of the report and of the bill accompanying it is of such importance that I respectfully commend it to the…”

On the recordFebruary 24, 1880
The object of the report and of the bill accompanying it is of such importance that I respectfully commend it to the prompt and earnest consideration of Congress.
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Rutherford B. Hayes
Republican · Ohio

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