Let it never be forgotten that the man of whom I speak possessed an integrity that could know no temptation, a purity of life that was never questioned, a patriotism that no sectional lines could limit, and a fixedness of purpose that knew no shadow of turning.
Stevenson highlights Lincoln's integrity, purity, and unwavering patriotism as key aspects of his character.
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