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It expresses the thanks of Congress for an act great in itself, and also great as an example.
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Sumner articulates the significance of a congressional resolution expressing gratitude for a charitable act.
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It is a cause which, though long kept in check throughout our country, as also in Europe, now confronts the people and their rulers, demanding to be heard.
The devices of party can no longer stave it off.
More precious far at that moment the consolation that he had labored for his fellow-men, and the joyous confidence that all his cares had helped the Progress of his race!
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