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Edward L. Pierce, Memoir and letters of Charles Sumner: volume 2, chapter 30 (search)
ambition, it is of that noble kind which has no regard to self, except indirectly. His desire is for that fame which follows, not which is followed after. I know that his sympathies are keenly aroused by the thought of human distress, and he devotes his best energies to its solace. He is a noble character, and will leave a name in the history of his country and of his race. I hope he sat to you for his bust. Ever sincerely yours, Charles Sumner. To his brother George. Boston, May 1, 1844. my dear George,—Poor Mary has gone away from these unkindly winds. She is fading fast. Her cheeks have lost their freshness and fulness. She longs to enjoy the opening blossoms of spring, but I hardly venture to hope that she will see them pass into the fruits of autumn. I wish you were at home to warm her by your presence. She enjoys life. I wish I could pour into her veins some of my redundant health. . . . You will read of the atrocious immorality of John Tyler in seeking