From a Brakeman to Senator A Faithful Life Sketch
A long narrative outlines Henry J. Davis rising from railroad brakeman to U S Senator through grit and leadership. It details early work on night trains, rise to conductor, wartime roles, and postwar business growth with Davis Brothers in Maryland and West Virginia.
Davis Life and Career Praised in Virginia Memoir
A tribute profiles Senator Davis of West Virginia, detailing his rise from rail brakeman to influential lawmaker. It highlights his practical knowledge, committee leadership, pivotal speeches on agriculture and treasury issues, and his shift to private business and railroad plans after Senate service. The piece notes his integrity, hard work, and the broad respect he earned.
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Quotes of Wisdom and Phrases From Historic Writers
A fragmented compilation of familiar sayings credited to poets and statesmen from Dryden to Marlowe and Swift, with note on their origins and usage. It touches on defense, commerce, love, wisdom, and common maxims, tracing phrases to their authors and periods while mentioning caution about misattributions.
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