Life and Perseverance of George Stephenson
A biographical sketch praising Stephenson for honesty, perseverance, and skill. It recalls his restraint with wealth, forestalling rivals in Parliament, Belgian mission to study rail systems, and his rise from a poor coal miner to a leading railway pioneer. The piece extols his modest origins, dignified conduct, patronage of workers, and lasting legacy in industry.
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