Those who explore and settle new countries are generally bold, hardy, and adventurous men, whose minds, as well as bodies, are fitted to encounter danger and fatigue; their object is the acquisition of property, and they generally succeed.
Beveridge describes the characteristics of pioneers who explore and settle new territories, highlighting their adventurous spirit.
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These had power To charm through life and cheer his dying hour.
Genius, and learning, and consummate skill, Moulding each thought, obedient to the will; Affections pure, as e'er warmed human breast, And love, in blessing others, doubly blest; Virtue unspotted, uncorrupted truth, Gentle in age, and…
No! but snatched from time, To bloom afresh in yonder sphere sublime.
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