universal testimony

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In the face of such arguments, based, as they obviously were, on universal testimony, even the faith of the person most nearly concerned and wholly responsible must, it was judged, eventually give way.

From 'Murphy' A Message to Dog Lovers by Gambier-Parry, Ernest

A careful examination of the relics discovered at the sites of the old camping 11 grounds suffices to confirm the universal testimony of early writers regarding the nomadic habits of the Indians.

From Glimpses of the Past History of the River St. John, A.D. 1604-1784 by Raymond, W. O. (William Odber)

Skarlie was a person who was less transparent; according to universal testimony he had settled in this town merely to study the prevailing conditions and utilize them for his own benefit—"without competition and without control."

From Magnhild Dust by Bjørnson, Bjørnstjerne

It is the universal testimony of the press and people that, during the weary weeks which intervened between the President's injury and death, Mr. Blaine's every action and constant demeanor were absolutely faultless.

From The Bay State Monthly — Volume 2, No. 1, October, 1884 by Various

The novice-master was Father Othmann, and he was by universal testimony entirely competent for his place.

From Life of Father Hecker by Elliott, Walter