C. Edwards Lester, Life and public services of Charles Sumner: Born Jan. 6, 1811. Died March 11, 1874., Section Fifth: Senatorial career., page 119

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Section first : Parentage and education.

Section second : European Travels and studies.

Section third : professional life.

Section Fifth : Senatorial career.

Section Sixth : the interval of illness and repose.

Viii: first assumption.

Section Eighth : the war of the Rebellion .

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[119] Slavery is from the Everlasting Arm. Even now it is gathering its forces, soon to be confessed everywhere. It may not yet be felt in high places of office and power; but all who can put their ears humbly to the ground, will hear and comprehend its incessant and advancing tread.

United States Publishing Company, 1874.

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