Mr. Justice Field delivered the opinion of the court. The question presented for determination in this case is, whether the general pardon 'and amnesty granted by President Johnson, by proclamation, on the 25th of December, 1868, will entitle one receiving their benefits to the proceeds of his property, previously condemned and sold' under the confiscation act…
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