Charles Sumner: “But his luminous mind, prompt to perceive the force of principles…”

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But his luminous mind, prompt to perceive the force of principles, could not resist the array of argument now marshalled for Freedom.

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He acknowledges that despite the judge's intelligence, he could not fully embrace the principles of freedom.

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His loyalty to the Declaration of Independence, XIX. 317.

Contrary to Christianity, but upheld by the Church, I. 54, 58.

Sovereignty of, belongs to the people, XVI. 28.

Opening of United States courts to colored, XI. 389.

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Charles Sumner: “But his luminous mind, prompt to perceive the force of principles, could not resist the array of argument now marshalled…”