It is a reproach to the National Government that almost under the shadow of the Capitol Dome prisoners should be confined in a building destitute of the ordinary decent appliances requisite to cleanliness and sanitary conditions.
Taft highlights the poor conditions of a prison located near the Capitol, advocating for better facilities.
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Now that they can be studied and understood—all the business men who touch the decision in any way will conduct their business hereafter according to the law.
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