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He was a strong pillar of public faith, public liberty, and of the Union.
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Hoar reflects on the importance of strong leaders for public faith and liberty during challenging times.
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Edward Everett preached a sermon when he was twenty-four years old before a large audience in the Representatives Chamber at Washington which was heard with breathless silence.
As it is, the jetties have been of great value and well worth their cost.
The honor and good fame of our beloved State is far above any question of party.
He has fallen at the very gate of an honorable and eminent career, and a thousand hopes are buried in his grave.
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