The more we reflect upon all that occurs in the United States, the more shall we be persuaded that the lawyers, as a body, form the most powerful, if not the only, counterpoise to the democratic element. Reports ... Proceedings - Page 135by Ohio State Bar Association - 1923Full view - About this book
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