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Booker T. Washington: “It is greatly to be regretted, however, that some of these do not take advantage of the excellent training which is…”

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It is greatly to be regretted, however, that some of these do not take advantage of the excellent training which is given there in the colleges of physical science, agriculture, mechanics and domestic science.
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Booker T. Washington

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Washington expresses regret that some Haitian students do not fully utilize the educational opportunities available to them.

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