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Frederick Douglass: I was ready to work by night as well as by day; and being in the enjoyment of excellent health, I was able not only to…

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I was ready to work by night as well as by day; and being in the enjoyment of excellent health, I was able not only to meet my current expenses, but also to lay by a small sum at the end of each week.
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Frederick Douglass

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Douglass expresses his readiness to work hard and save money, highlighting his determination and resilience.

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