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Hayes, Rutherford B., 1822-1893 to unknown

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01607 Author/Creator: Hayes, Rutherford B., 1822-1893 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 January 1879 Pagination: 1 p. ; 17.6 x 11.3 cm. Order a Copy

Hayes agrees with his recipient that public business "ought to be conducted on business principles." Declares, "A public officer can in no way serve the party of his choice more effectively than by thoughtful and efficient performance of his office duties." Written on Executive Mansion stationery.

Hayes, Rutherford Birchard, 1822-1893

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