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Also Known As John Milton Hay
Born October 8, 1838 • Salem • Indiana
Died July 1, 1905 (aged 66) • New Hampshire
Political Affiliation Republican Party
Role In Hay–Bunau-Varilla Treaty • Hay–Pauncefote Treaty • Open Door policy

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