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Reconstruction in Louisiana after 1868

Note 258 — Chapter III

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“We then protest against this bill on constitutional grounds,” declared the True Republican, “for by this bill Warmoth actually fills three offices. Now, we know that this is a moderate demand for him, who wants to be the political Brigham Young of this State. We, Gentiles, are naturally satisfied with one office, but this political Mormon wants them all.” Quoted Sen. Deb., 1870, 537.

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