Father had notions about manhood suffrage, public schools, the educat… — John Sergeant Wise

Father had notions about manhood suffrage, public schools, the education and the elevation of the masses, and the gradual emancipation of the slaves, that did not suit the uncompromising views of people in places like Richmond.

John Sergeant WiseAuthor · American · 1846 – 1913

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