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Booker T. Washington: “Nor was this kindness confined to those who were connected with the steamer; it was shown by all the passengers also.”

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Nor was this kindness confined to those who were connected with the steamer; it was shown by all the passengers also.
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Booker T. Washington

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He notes that the kindness extended to him and his party was also shown by the other passengers on the ship.

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