On the record
You have progressed, step by step, until you have reached your present position; and now it only remains that you should continue to the end earnest, faithful, and determined; then will the work be completed.
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gutenberg.orgYou have progressed, step by step, until you have reached your present position; and now it only remains that you should continue to the end earnest, faithful, and determined; then will the work be completed.
Sumner encourages perseverance in the pursuit of equality, recognizing the progress made so far.
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