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I do not know another living man who has exercised a more powerful influence on the practical life of his generation.
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Hoar expresses admiration for an individual's profound impact on their generation's practical affairs.
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Judge Hoar never doubted that the service of a clean, able, upright Circuit Court, appointed without political influence, and entirely acceptable to the public, was well worth the sacrifice.
The honor and good fame of our beloved State is far above any question of party.
But their names were wanting from the honorable roll of the men who accomplished them.
He would undoubtedly have taken a very high place in the public and official life of his generation if he had found himself in accord with either of the great political parties.
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