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De Alexander: “I judge, as we might indeed well know from his nobleness of disposition, that he has no idea of saying or doing anything…”

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I judge, as we might indeed well know from his nobleness of disposition, that he has no idea of saying or doing anything wrong or unkind; but it is sad to see him so unhappy.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Alexander reflects on a friend's unhappiness, showing empathy despite acknowledging their noble character.

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