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De Alexander: “He was large and awkward; but even as a boy there was a charm of manner, a tender, sympathetic nature, a sweet…”

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He was large and awkward; but even as a boy there was a charm of manner, a tender, sympathetic nature, a sweet, sparkling humour, and a nobility of character that irresistibly drew people to him.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

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This quote describes the charming and noble character of a young individual, suggesting early signs of leadership.

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