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America expects every man to do his duty
A long, reflective essay on the evolution of commerce and society. It argues that rapid industrial change expands opportunities while demanding new rules, honors gifted individuals, cautions against unchecked wealth, and calls citizens to active civic duty and measured reform. The piece praises modern gains, condemns envy, and urges virtuous leadership.
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Gentam Smith
Arnica
St. Louis
Congress
Falls of
St. Anthony
Mic
Comec
Nho
United Es
Transa- Emly
Madison
Peru
San Francisco
Ston
Lee
William III
London
Ryswick
William
Thames
Edward the Seventh
Ife
New York
Andrew Carnegie
Cecil Rhodes
Pennsylvania Company
Darrtown
Paddy's Run
Macbeth
Great Britain
South Africa
United States
Cuba
New England
Gloucester
Nantucket
Lawrence
Ship of State
Trafalgar
Lord Nelson
America