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Immense capital is seeking investment, and millions of idle men are seeking employment.
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gutenberg.orgJohn Sherman: “Immense capital is seeking investment, and millions of idle men are seeking employment.”
Editor's note · Context
Sherman highlights the economic opportunities available in the post-war era, emphasizing the need for employment.
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