• In 1850, I believe, the church property in the United States, which paid no tax, amounted to $87 million. In 1900, without a check, it is safe to say, this property will reach a sum exceeding $3 billion. I would suggest the taxation of all property equally.

    Ulysses S. Grant: In 1850, I believe, the church property in the United States, which paid no tax, amounted to $87 million.  In 1900, without a check, it is safe to say, this property will reach a sum exceeding $3 billion.  I would suggest the taxation of all property equally.