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Father had notions about manhood suffrage, public schools, the education and the elevation of the masses, and the gradua
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"Father had notions about manhood suffrage, public schools, the education and the elevation of the masses, and the gradual emancipation of the slaves, that did not suit the uncompromising views of people in places like Richmond"

- John Sergeant Wise

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Sergeant Wise between December 27, 1846 and May 12, 1913. He/she was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 22 other quotes.

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