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The praises of this class of Southern slaves have always been loudly sung by their owners, but the good cooks and rare housekeepers have certainly disappeared.
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Whitelaw Reid
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Reid critiques the romanticized view of Southern slaves, noting the decline of skilled laborers post-war.
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