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He was public-spirited, wise, kind-hearted, always ready to give his service without hope of reward or return to any good cause, a pillar of the town, a pillar of the church.
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gutenberg.orgGeorge F. Hoar: “He was public-spirited, wise, kind-hearted, always ready to give his service without hope of reward or return to any…”
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Hoar praises Emory Washburn for his public service and kindness, portraying him as a significant figure in his community.
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