States" being taken up : Mr. SHERMAN opposed the election by the people, insisting that it ought to be by the State Legislatures. The people, he said, immediately, should have as little to do as may be about the government. They want information, and... Bulletin - Page 28by United States. Office of Education - 1948 - 23 pagesFull view - About this book
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