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defense of its liberties. An army of oppressed producers 

 are organizing for victory. They are marshalling their 

 hosts on the hilltops of freedom. Upon their banner they 

 have inscribed: " Liberty, Justice and Equality.'* A 

 million hearts are beating in response to this sentiment, 

 and millions of arms are ready to defend it. The march 

 of this mighty army is already felt by the enemy, 

 intrenched behind. the fortresses of King Mammon. With 

 flying banners and an irresistible force, they are moving, 

 inspired with a confidence that says the victory is already 

 won. The Wheel and Alliance stand to-day like a young 

 army flushed with victory, without regret for the past, or 

 fear for the future. Let us fondly hope that their mission 

 may be accomplished, and peace, prosperity and happiness 

 may be the inheritance which they bequeath to future 

 generations. 



