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1868

Cook, Burton C., 1819-1894

Pamphlet

Title: The conflict between the president and congress: its origins and progress

Reported and printed by F & J Rives and George A. Bailey. A speech of the Honorable Burton C. Cook delivered in the House of Representatives on May 8, 1868. Argues that President Andrew Johnson's "usurpation of power has endangered the safety of the Republic." Calls upon members to impeach Andrew Johnson of high crimes and misdemeanors.

GLC01265.31

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