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On the recordSeptember 13, 1909
Well, it certainly is not going to be a pleasure trip, although I shall enjoy it.
Said by
Bill Taft
Republican · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Remarks at the Banquet of the Boston Chamber of Commerce in Boston, Massachusetts

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