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Charles Sumner: “I knew him well, and never came within his influence without confessing his many-sided powers, his marvellous…”

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I knew him well, and never came within his influence without confessing his many-sided powers, his marvellous acquirements, his rare eloquence, his soul touched to so many generous sympathies, and his heart beating warm for his fellow-men.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

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Sumner shares his admiration for a great preacher, acknowledging his talents and compassion.

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