Upon one point there is entire unanimity in public sentiment—that conflicting claims to the Presidency must be amicably and peaceably adjusted, and that when so adjusted the general acquiescence of the nation ought surely to follow.

Rutherford B. Hayes

Inaugural Address of Rutherford B. Hayes

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Elections American politics

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Rutherford B. Hayes

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Inaugural Address of Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential inaugural address

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Speech

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Political speech

Language

English

Time

1877 1870s 19th century

Occupation

American President National leader Politician

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United States

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Hayes, Rutherford B. "Inaugural Address." 5 Mar. 1877, East Portico, US Capitol Building, Washington, DC, USA.

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