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districts. He would leave the requirements j
to Congress. I
Mr. R. concluded by saying that he hoped
the majority upon this floor would exercise its
leniency and magnanimity towards these way
ward States in permitting them, at an early
day, to representation in Congress.
[Mr. Raymond was interrupted throughout
his entire speech by the opposition, who took
issue with him upon nearly every argument
advanced.]
The committee rose, reported, and the House