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Teddy Roosevelt: “They furnish meeting-grounds for many young men who otherwise would be driven, perhaps to the saloon, or if not, then to…”

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
They furnish meeting-grounds for many young men who otherwise would be driven, perhaps to the saloon, or if not, then to some cigar-store or other lounging-place, where at the best the conversation would not be elevating, and at the worst companionships might be formed which would lead to future disaster.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

This passage from "The Strenuous Life" describes how community organizations provide alternatives to less desirable gathering places for young men, preventing potential negative influences.

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