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Originally settled from England, the Republic has been strengthened and enriched by generous contributions of population from Scotland, Ireland, Switzerland, Sweden, France, and Germany; and the cry is, Still they come!
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner highlights the diverse origins of immigrants who have contributed to the United States.

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