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Booker T. Washington: “And while we are talking about the reward that will come as a result of your services, let me tell you that no greater…”

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And while we are talking about the reward that will come as a result of your services, let me tell you that no greater satisfaction can come to any one than that which you will get from the worship and praise which will come to you from these old mothers and fathers who will be benefited by your services.
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Booker T. Washington

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Washington highlights the deep satisfaction that comes from serving and positively impacting the lives of others.

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