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probably would have been successful; for still, as when a boy, he knew no such word as fail.
But it was reserved for him to show his real merit and ability on a wider and more important field, where his natural characteristics and his early training should have full force in the service of his country.
Before he had a fair opportunity to show his business talent he was called to those higher duties.
Boston: Samuel Walker and Company. 1868.
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