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In the interests of humanity, of civilization, and of progress, it is to be hoped that this evil influence may be soon averted.
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Ulysses S. Grant
Republican · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Grant hopes for the end of the negative influence affecting humanity and civilization.

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