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4 Removes the foundation of
many hopes.

Seemed raised up to govern &
hush the Storm that now
threatens our nation in the
Strife of parties & sections.
He could do what none
else can.

Some confided in him, &
others feared him – who will now
do as they list.

California has lost one of her
finest & best friends ~

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